Legal Compliance Research Support
更新日：2025年3月27日
Are you facing any of the following challenges?
●You have a clear vision for your hotel, but you’re unsure whether it can be operated in your preferred style under Japanese regulations.
●You’d like to introduce a new service that hasn’t been implemented at other hotels.
You want to confirm its legality and have the findings compiled into an internal report for company-wide sharing.
●You’re planning to enter the Japanese market for the first time, but have discovered operational restrictions.
You need a clear, step-by-step explanation of the legal requirements for hotel operations in Japan.
●The representative of your local operating company prefers communication in English.
You need an explanation of Japan’s Hotel Business Act in English.
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Pre-opening Legal Research Is Essential for New Hotel Projects
When opening a new hotel, it is critical to conduct a thorough review of all relevant laws and regulations in advance.
This is especially important for companies entering Japan or the hospitality industry for the first time.
For example, one common challenge faced by foreign-affiliated hotel clients entering Japan is
the unique operational restrictions under Japanese law.
There are many cases where services that are permissible in other countries
cannot be implemented in Japan due to the Hotel Business Act or local ordinances.
It would be meaningless to invest significant costs in launching a hotel,
only to discover legal barriers that prevent you from operating as planned.
Real Cases We’ve Handled
☑ Staff required retraining due to last-minute changes in operations.
☑ Additional construction costs incurred after discovering that structural requirements were not met,
resulting in urgent modifications.
☑ Part of the business was forced to suspend operations, leading to a sudden loss of customers.
☑ The company name was publicly disclosed due to regulatory violations, severely damaging its reputation.
Operating a hotel involves compliance with a wide range of laws and regulations.
To ensure stable operations, it is essential to fully understand and comply with all relevant legal requirements.
Our team of specialists—well-versed in new hotel construction and foreign hotel market entry in Japan—provides end-to-end legal support, from regulatory research to hotel opening.
Hotel Opening Support & Consulting Case Examples
◆ Legal Research for Project Feasibility
The most common request we receive is for legal research.
At SG Administrative Legal Services, we verify with local authorities how far your desired operational style can be realized—such as “We want to offer services not found in other hotels,” or “Can we recreate a hotel concept we’ve seen overseas in Japan?”
We investigate whether your plans are legally permitted or not, identify the relevant legal basis, and clarify whether a regulation is legally binding or simply administrative guidance.
We also assess potential risks associated with implementing the intended services.
◆ Project Meeting Management
We work with business operators, construction companies, and operating companies to identify all necessary tasks and timelines for obtaining the required permits.
Through regular project meetings, we support the crucial decision-making process:
what needs to be decided, and at what stage.
◆Proposals Based on Past Experience
Our firm has extensive experience supporting large-scale and foreign-affiliated hotel projects.
We provide insights that only experienced professionals can offer—including how similar cases have been handled at other hotels and what to look out for during on-site operations.
Benefits of Working with Our Firm
１．Handled by Hotel and Ryokan Specialists
For busy business owners, it can be difficult to accurately interpret and apply unfamiliar laws.
As legal professionals, we help reduce that burden.
２．Fast and Reliable Response
Our motto is speed.
We form dedicated project teams for each case, and our structured systems enable quick action.
We handle all your applications promptly and with precision.
３．多言語対応が可能
We can assist in English, Chinese, Korean, and other languages to meet your needs.
Even if the representative of the local entity is a foreign national, you can consult us with peace of mind.
Nationwide Support
