An introduction to what's available
The work here falls into three general shapes: reviewing a document already in front of you, working through the steps of forming a company, or setting aside an hour to talk through a question that has not yet become a formal matter. Each is described below, with the detail on its own page.
The offers
Contract Review Note
¥22,000
A written note on one commercial agreement, with the relevant clauses quoted alongside plain commentary and suggested wording for up to five clauses.
- Up to twenty pages
- Five working day turnaround
- Plain-language commentary
- Suggested alternative wording
Company Formation Guidance
¥28,000
Step-by-step guidance through choosing a company form, preparing articles of incorporation, and filing with the Legal Affairs Bureau.
- Two consultations
- Roughly four weeks
- Filing checklist with deadlines
- Draft articles of incorporation
General Consultation Hour
¥11,000
One hour to establish the position on a question — an unclear employment term, a demand letter, or a family business matter — with no expectation of further work.
- In person or online
- Written summary afterward
- No obligation to continue
How to choose
If you have a specific document to sign, the Contract Review Note is usually the right starting point. If you are setting up a business, Company Formation Guidance covers the practical steps. If your question does not fit either — or you are not yet sure what kind of matter it is — the General Consultation Hour is a reasonable place to begin, and can point toward the other offers if needed.
If you are uncertain which fits, the contact form is a fine place to describe the situation and ask.
Offers at a glance
| Offer | Scope | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Review Note | One agreement, up to 20 pages | 5 working days | ¥22,000 |
| Company Formation Guidance | Two consultations plus documents | ~4 weeks | ¥28,000 |
| General Consultation Hour | One hour, single question | 1 hour | ¥11,000 |
What every offer includes
Every matter, regardless of size, comes with a stated scope agreed before work begins, a fee confirmed in advance, and material delivered in writing that you keep afterward.
Value and investment
Prices are set per matter rather than by the hour, so the figure quoted is the figure paid. This is intended to make the decision to proceed a clear one, without an open-ended commitment attached.
Questions before deciding
What if my contract is longer than twenty pages?
Longer agreements can usually still be reviewed; the scope and fee are simply confirmed separately before work begins.
Can I ask a question before committing to an offer?
Yes — the contact form is open for that, or a General Consultation Hour can be booked directly.
Is everything conducted in English?
This site and its services are offered in English; other arrangements can be discussed directly.
Next step
If one of these offers fits your situation, the contact form is the simplest way to begin.
Go to the contact form