Subscribe to us on: Spotify┃Apple Podcasts┃Castbox┃YT Music┃Player FM┃Radio Public | YouTube
Episode Summary
Welcome to another episode of the Scaling Japan Podcast! In this episode, we’re thrilled to host Vijayalakshmi, a seasoned entrepreneur with over 13 years of experience in entrepreneurship, innovation, and education. Vijayalakshmi is the founder of FOX Academy and ATIK Energy Solutions.
Vijayalakshmi dives deep into the startup visa process, sharing who should consider applying, the limitations involved, and specific insights into Hokkaido’s Startup Visa Program. She covers essential requirements, from eligibility criteria for various types of startups to the critical steps in creating a business plan.
Want to learn more about Company incorporation and Visa? Check out smartstartjapan.com!
Show Summary
02:53 Starting the Journey | How Viji Obtained Her Startup Visa
05:46 More About the Startup Visa | Who Should Apply and Limitations
07:11 About Hokkaido’s Startup Visa Program
11:17 What Hokkaido Looks for in Visa Applicants
13:18 Eligibility for Non-Tech Startups
15:49 Process for Obtaining the Startup Visa
18:47 Essential Business Plan Details | Expected Timeline
26:05 Support Available from the Local Government
29:08 Business Restrictions During the Startup Visa Period
31:12 Costs Associated with the Startup Visa
32:16 Tasks Required of Applicants
33:33 Tips for Applying for a Startup Visa
36:21 Transitioning to the Business Manager Visa
40:12 Support Options for the Business Manager Visa
44:50 Costs Associated with the Business Manager Visa
46:28 Major Advantages of Starting with a Startup Visa
48:59 Post-Company Formation Filings
51:25 Office Requirements for Startup Visa vs. Business Manager Visa
54:59 Post-Incorporation Notifications for Company Setup
Links from Guest Appearance
Reach out to Vijayalakshmi on LinkedIn
Explore courses at FOX Academy
Watch On YouTube
Mastering Sales Decks for the Japanese Market
A proper sales deck in the format the Japanese are used to is CRITICAL for doing sales in Japan. Japanese companies make decisions as a committee through the ringisho process, and you will need the type of sales deck that will get you the second meeting with a decision maker. Don’t rely on your champion, we will help you create the materials to get you that 2nd meeting.
