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Services

Business services for the best solutions

What we do

Five areas of expertise,
one team.

For inquiries on legal, financial, tax, M&A and real estate investment. In international engagements these issues are interconnected, so our specialists work together to provide one-stop support.

01

Business Advisory

Business Support

SWI works with a wide range of clients around the world, helping them identify and manage risk so their businesses can sustain high performance in today's fast-changing commercial environment. We provide practical advice across many areas to respond effectively to the evolving needs of global clients and guide them to success.

Scope

  • Company formation, licensing and operational support
  • Strategy, business planning and succession consulting
  • End-to-end support for Japan entry and overseas expansion
  • Local coordination through the SW network
  • Capital policy, business alliances and equity participation
  • Business and corporate restructuring
03

Finance & Tax

Finance & Tax

Based on each client's circumstances and financial goals, SWI provides comprehensive tax compliance and advisory services, from efficient statutory filings to tax strategy. Backed by deep knowledge, industry expertise and practical experience, we deliver high-quality, effective tax solutions and advice.

Scope

  • Corporate tax, international tax, transfer pricing
  • Financial strategy and fundraising support
  • Bookkeeping and financial closing support
  • International tax efficiency and tax incentives
  • Tax issues in cross-border transactions
  • Financial management of overseas subsidiaries and Japanese entities
04

Mergers & Acquisitions

M&A Services

SWI's M&A (mergers and acquisitions) services support clients' growth strategies and sustainable value creation. Drawing on market trends and industry dynamics, our team provides end-to-end support, from target identification through due diligence, negotiation and integration. Through transparent communication, we help ensure the success of your M&A.

Scope

  • Buy-side & sell-side advisory (incl. cross-border)
  • Financial, legal & tax due diligence
  • Valuation and deal structuring
  • Post-merger integration (PMI) support
  • Business alliances, joint ventures and equity participation
  • Succession-driven M&A
05

Real Estate Investment

Real Estate Investment

With in-house Real Estate Transaction Specialists, we provide comprehensive support for acquiring, managing and selling investment property in Japan, from legal and tax perspectives.

Scope

  • Property brokerage and consulting
  • Investment structuring and tax analysis
  • Support for overseas investors
  • Contract and title review at acquisition
  • Tax advice during holding and operation
  • Sale & Succession Consulting

SW International Services

Network Service Areas

Across the SW International network, member firms provide services in the following areas. Cross-border matters are handled in collaboration with member firms in each country.

A

Audit & Assurance

Assurance

 T

Taxation

Tax

 A

Advisory

Advisory

 B

Business

Business

Japan ⇄ China & Asia

Connecting Japan with China, Asia
and the world.

Whether Japanese companies are expanding overseas or foreign companies and investors are entering Japan, we support both directions with legal, tax and financial expertise and the SW International network.

Inbound → Japan

Foreign companies & investors entering Japan

  • Establishing Japanese entities and offices, and regulatory filings
  • Contracts and compliance in Japan
  • Japanese tax filings and international tax issues
  • Real estate acquisition and investment structures in Japan
  • Japanese company M&A and business alliances

Outbound Japan →

Japanese companies expanding to China, Asia & beyond

  • Entry structures and business planning
  • Legal and tax support with local member firms
  • Overseas subsidiary management and governance
  • Cross-border M&A, investments and joint ventures
  • Restructuring of operations and business succession

Process

How We Work

First-time inquiries are always welcome. Please feel free to get in touch.

  1. 01

    Contact

    Contact us via the form or by phone, and we will learn about your needs.

  2. 02

    Initial Consultation

    We review your business and the countries or regions involved, and clarify the key issues.

  3. 03

    Proposal

    We propose the scope, team and approach, and proceed once you are satisfied.

  4. 04

    Execution Support

    A cross-disciplinary team delivers the work, collaborating with member firms abroad as needed.

  5. 05

    Ongoing Support

    We remain available for post-implementation operations and any new issues that arise.

Contact

Cross-border challenges,
one point of contact.

For inquiries on legal, financial, tax, M&A and real estate investment matters, please use our contact form or call us.

Contact formTEL03-5422-1516