Accounting & Tax Specialists for SPC Investors in Japan
Specialists in Energy & Real Estate Investment SPC Accounting and Tax
From investment tax structuring to full corporate services — your trusted partner for SPC business in Japan.
Why Japan Continues to Attract Global Real Estate and Energy Investors
Japan remains one of Asia’s most attractive destinations for institutional investment, driven by stable fundamentals, transparent regulation and long-term opportunity across commercial real estate, logistics, data centres, renewable energy, battery storage and infrastructure.
- A stable, transparent legal and regulatory environment that supports long-horizon investment
- Continued opportunity across real estate, renewable energy, infrastructure and energy transition projects
- Growing use of SPC structures by domestic and international investors to acquire, own and manage Japanese assets efficiently
Investing in Japan Takes More Than Technical Tax Advice
Successful real estate, infrastructure and energy investments in Japan need more than a well-designed transaction structure. Investors need an experienced local partner who can implement, operate and administer their investment vehicles — and who can bridge international expectations and Japan’s particular accounting, tax, treasury and corporate environment.
Few experienced bilingual specialists
Very few firms combine bilingual communication, institutional-quality service and real depth of experience with SPCs and investment structures for international investors in Japan.
Structuring is not the whole job
International law firms and Big Four advisors focus on acquisition structuring and tax planning. You still need a local partner to establish the SPCs, open the bank accounts, complete the registrations and run the accounting, treasury, compliance and investor reporting.
Treasury and banking are their own problem
Japan’s banking systems, documentation requirements and payment processes are highly regulated and differ substantially from international practice.
SPC administration adds up
Multiple SPCs mean ongoing governance, statutory filings and corporate secretarial support. Without an experienced local administrator these functions fragment and get expensive.
Reporting has two audiences
SPCs need bookkeeping, multi-GAAP reporting, consolidation support, fund reporting and statutory financial statements that satisfy Japanese requirements and international investor expectations at once.
Everyone needs to be in the same conversation
A bilingual partner who can talk to headquarters, fund managers, lenders, auditors, legal counsel, tax advisors and Japanese financial institutions — and keep decisions moving.
End-to-End Support for SPC Investors
| Service area | What it means for your investment |
|---|---|
| Business Services | KK, GK, branch and ISH setup, and TK structures, for project companies and SPCs |
| Accounting | SPC accounting and reporting under IFRS, J-GAAP or US GAAP |
| Tax Services | Corporate tax, consumption tax and withholding tax on energy assets |
| Payroll and HR | Managed Consultant Services (EOR) for international project teams |
| Advisory and Transactional | Asset acquisition support, JV structuring, due diligence, cash management, nominee representative and the full corporate services suite |
| On-Demand Professionals | CFO and controller resource through the project ramp-up phase |
Why Investors Choose Us
Japan energy and real estate expertise
A proven track record with energy and real estate investment clients in Japan — including Pacifico Energy, whose Representative Director is quoted below.
One partner, not five
No managing separate vendors for legal, tax, HR and accounting. One team, one point of contact, one set of deadlines.
Global network, local insight
Kreston Global’s reach — over 150 member firms across 100+ countries — with a Tokyo-based bilingual team, in Japan since 2007.
Client Story: Pacifico Energy
ProWorks Japan helped our company get its start in Japan over 6 years ago. Since that time ProWorks has helped our business to grow from 2 people to now over 50 and has always provided the critical outsourced services we have needed. They always go above and beyond to give us outstanding service and have turned into a very trusted partner.
William Nathan FranklinRepresentative Director, Pacifico Energy K.K.Our Japan and Global Reach
Kreston ProWorks has been in Tokyo since 2007 and is a member of Kreston Global, an international network of independent accounting and advisory firms.
Memberships and Credibility
How We Work
Consult
A free initial consultation to understand your Japan energy or real estate project.
Structure
We work with you to design the optimal legal, tax and operational setup.
Support
We set up the legal structure and bank accounts, implement the accounting and reporting systems, and then run corporate secretarial, accounting, treasury, payroll, compliance and advisory as you grow.
Frequently Asked Questions by International Investors
Can you support us before we acquire or develop a project?
Yes. We regularly work with investors, developers and their legal and tax advisors during the planning phase, providing practical input on Japan-specific accounting, tax administration, treasury, banking and operational matters before an investment structure is finalized.
Can you review the investment structure proposed by our Big Four or international tax advisor?
Absolutely. We frequently act as the investor’s local representative, reviewing proposed cross-border tax and investment structures from an operational perspective to ensure they can be efficiently implemented and administered in Japan throughout the investment lifecycle.
Can you establish our SPCs and investment entities in Japan?
Yes. We incorporate SPCs and other investment entities, complete registrations with tax and other regulatory authorities, establish governance frameworks, provide registered office services and support the implementation of the approved investment structure.
Can you provide nominee Representative Directors or Resident Representatives?
Yes. Where appropriate, we provide nominee Representative Director, Resident Representative and corporate secretarial services to support the establishment and ongoing administration of Japanese investment vehicles.
Can you open bank accounts for our investment entities?
Yes. We support the complete bank account opening process, coordinate with Japanese financial institutions, prepare required documentation and assist with ongoing banking administration, payment processes and treasury operations.
Can you support project acquisitions as well as greenfield developments?
Yes. Our clients include investors acquiring operating assets, developers constructing projects from the ground up, and investment funds managing diversified portfolios across Japan.
Do you support renewable energy, infrastructure and real estate investors?
Yes. We have extensive experience supporting international investors across renewable energy, infrastructure, commercial real estate, logistics, industrial facilities and other asset classes through every stage of the investment lifecycle.
Can you manage the finance function for our SPCs?
Yes. We provide ongoing bookkeeping, financial reporting, treasury, cash management, payment processing, budgeting support and investor reporting for SPCs and holding companies.
Can you support payroll and HR for our Japan operations?
Yes. For clients with employees in Japan, we provide payroll, labor and social insurance administration, HR compliance and ongoing employment support.
Do you provide ongoing tax compliance?
Yes. We prepare corporate tax, consumption tax and local tax filings, statutory financial statements and coordinate with auditors and tax authorities to ensure ongoing compliance.
Can you coordinate with our headquarters and overseas advisors?
Yes. Our bilingual professionals work closely with headquarters, fund managers, lenders, auditors, international law firms, Big Four advisors, tax advisors and Japanese service providers to ensure clear communication and seamless execution.
Can you act as a single point of contact in Japan?
Yes. Many international investors rely on Kreston ProWorks as their local operational partner, coordinating accounting, treasury, tax, corporate secretarial, payroll, banking and regulatory matters while working alongside their legal, tax and investment advisors.
Ready to Power Your Business in Japan?
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