【Kobutusho】How start? Recycling shop in Japan

 

If you want to start a recycle shop in Japan, you need to obtain a secondhand goods dealer license.

 

English covering the process of obtaining a secondhand goods dealer license and important points for foreigners:

How to Obtain an secondhand dealer license in Japan: A Guide for Foreigners

If you’re a foreigner planning to start a recycling shop in Japan, obtaining an antique dealer permission (known as “Kobutsusho kyoka”) is essential. Here are the key steps and considerations:

1. Confirm Eligibility Requirements

  • Eligibility: You must have a valid residence status (visa) that allows work in Japan.
  • Certain residence statuses qualify for the permit:
    • Business Manager
    • Permanent Resident
    • Spouse of a Japanese national
    • Long-term resident
    • Technical or humanities activities (with permission for antique dealing)
    • Intra-company transferee (with permission for antique dealing)

2. Prepare Your Business Plan

  • Describe your business plan, including:
    • Nature of your recycling shop
    • Types of secondhand goods you intend to buy and sell
    • Whether you’ll use the internet for transactions
  • If using your residence as the business location:
    • Obtain landlord permission (if renting)
    • Create a “Usage Consent Form” for the landlord’s signature

3. Gather Required Documents

  • Application Form: Provide basic information (name, address, etc.) and details about your business.
  • Certificates: These prove you meet eligibility criteria and support your business plan:
    • Proof of residence status
    • No disqualifications (e.g., criminal record)
    • Consent for using your home as the business location (if applicable)

4. Submit Your Application

  • Visit the Public Safety Commission office associated with your local police station.
  • The examination process takes approximately 40 days.

5. Additional Preparations

  • Obtain an antique dealer plate and maintain a record book.
  • Consider seeking assistance from a legal professional (行政書士＝administrative scrivener） for a smooth application process.

 

 

 

 Administrative Scrivener Wada Office supports those who want to obtain secondhand goods dealer license in Japan, especially in KYOTO

 

 

Wada Office: Assisting with Antique Dealer Permissions in Kyoto

Are you a foreigner planning to start a recycling shop in Kyoto or the Kansai area? Look no further! Wada Office specializes in helping individuals obtain antique dealer permissions. Here’s what you need to know:

 

How to Obtain Antique Dealer Permission in Kyoto

  1. Identify the Application Window:

    • Visit the police station that oversees the area where your business will operate. In Kyoto, this is typically the police station responsible for the location of your primary business office.
    • If your business is based at home, you can apply at the police station covering your residential area.

  2. Prepare Necessary Documents:

    • The required documents vary for individual and corporate applications:
      • Individual Application:
        • Antique dealer permit application form
        • Copy of your resident certificate (住民票)
        • Oath (誓約書)
        • Proof of identity (身分証明書)
        • Brief personal history (略歴書)
      • Corporate Application (if applicable):
        • Articles of incorporation (定款) and registration details certificate (登記事項証明書)
        • Evidence of URL usage rights (if applicable)
        • Copy of lease agreement (賃貸借契約書)

  3. Submit Your Application:

    • Visit the police station’s “Life Safety Division” (生活安全課) with all necessary documents.
    • Pay the application fee of ¥19,000.

  4. Receive Your Antique Dealer Permission:

    • After submitting your application, expect a processing time of approximately 40 days.
    • Once approved, visit the police station again to receive your antique dealer permission certificate.

How Much Does It Cost?

  • Basic costs include:
    • Copy of resident certificate: Approximately ¥300
    • Proof of identity: Approximately ¥300
    • Registration details certificate (for corporate applications): Approximately ¥600
    • Application fee: ¥19,000

Timeframe:

  • The entire process takes about 2 months:
    • Approximately 10 days for document preparation.
    • Approximately 40 days for review and approval.

Consider Using an Administrative Officer:

  • If you find the process complex, consider hiring an administrative officer (行政書士) to handle the paperwork. Wada Office specializes in antique dealer permissions and maintains a 100% success rate.

Remember, obtaining antique dealer permission is crucial for legal resale activities. Feel free to reach out to Wada Office for personalized assistance! 🌟

 

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Please note that the details of the procedure and required documents will vary depending on each situation.