Cross-Border Advisory

Expert advisory for cross-border matters,
grounded in international practice.

Through research into domestic and international laws and regulations, information provision, U.S. tax support, succession design, and business support,
we provide expert, practice-oriented assistance for cross-border matters.

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Structuring complexity.
Designing solutions.
Moving matters forward.

Cross-border matters often involve multiple intersecting issues — regulatory frameworks, tax obligations, succession planning, and business operations — arising simultaneously.

In such situations, addressing each issue in isolation is rarely sufficient. What matters is a clear grasp of the whole — understanding the necessary steps, the stakeholders involved, and how each element connects to the next.

We work across research into domestic and international laws and regulations, information provision, U.S. tax support, succession design, and business support to help clients address the full range of cross-border challenges.

Our Services

01 — Cross-Border

Cross-Border Entry & Expansion

We support foreign companies entering Japan and Japanese companies expanding abroad — from initial research and structuring through to execution planning and specialist coordination.

  • Research on domestic and international laws and regulations
  • Initial consultation on market entry and expansion
  • Identification and coordination of required procedures
  • Implementation timeline design
  • Coordination with relevant specialists
  • Ongoing advisory on business operations
02 — U.S. Tax

U.S. Tax Filing & Cross-Border Tax Advisory

We assist with U.S. tax return preparation and provide advisory on U.S. tax matters and cross-border tax issues, taking into account the specific circumstances of individuals and entities.

  • U.S. tax return preparation support
  • U.S. tax information and guidance
  • Cross-border tax issue analysis
  • Individual consultations on U.S. tax matters
  • Ongoing support as needed
03 — Estate

Estate Planning & Succession Design

With an eye toward international succession, asset transfer, and owner transition, we help clients organize stakeholders, assets, and required procedures — and design a coherent overall strategy. We also handle matters spanning multiple countries and legal systems, always grounded in practical implementation.

  • Estate planning
  • Financial planning
  • Succession issue analysis and structuring
  • Asset, stakeholder, and procedural mapping
  • Owner succession and business transition support
  • Coordination with relevant specialists
01

An International Perspective by Default

Cross-border matters require a perspective that accounts for the differences in legal systems and practical norms across jurisdictions. We bring both domestic and international context to every engagement.

02

Cross-Disciplinary Perspective

Treating regulatory, tax, succession, and business issues in isolation often leaves matters unresolved. We look across all relevant dimensions simultaneously, keeping the full picture in view throughout.

03

Advisory That Connects to Action

Our work does not stop at research or recommendations. We structure our support with the next practical step in mind — from initial scoping through to implementation and specialist coordination.

Common Enquiries

  • Considering entry into the Japanese market as a foreign company
  • Seeking an overview before establishing a Japanese entity
  • A Japanese company exploring overseas expansion
  • Questions about U.S. tax filing or related procedures
  • Planning succession involving overseas assets or non-resident heirs
  • Unsure where to start with a cross-border matter
  • Anticipating the need for multiple specialists and wanting overall clarity first
  • Seeking consolidated advice on regulatory, tax, and succession issues

How to Get Started

  1. 01

    Initial Contact

    Please reach out via the contact form below.

  2. 02

    Introductory Discussion

    We will confirm the nature of your matter, its background, and the current challenges you are facing.

  3. 03

    Scoping & Strategy

    We will map out the required procedures, relevant stakeholders, and proposed approach for moving forward.

  4. 04

    Ongoing Support & Coordination

    Where needed, we provide continued support and coordinate with relevant specialist advisors.

Company

Company Name Chienowa LLC
Japanese Name 合同会社知恵の和
Representatives Sachiko Inoue, Fumihiro Saeki
Address 701, 3-1-2 Isobedori, Chuo-ku,
Kobe, Hyogo 651-0086, Japan
Phone +81-78-262-1691
Email info@chienowa.ltd
Services Research, analysis and advisory on domestic and international laws and regulations / U.S. tax return preparation and tax advisory / Estate planning and succession design / Cross-border business entry and expansion support
Languages Japanese, English (other languages available upon request)

Contact

Please use the form below for enquiries and consultations.

We will review your message and respond in due course.
Please note that some enquiries may require additional time before we are able to reply.

For enquiries regarding cross-border matters, please feel free to reach out.