This article provides an overview of what setting up a Limited company (Ltd) in Japan entails, including the types of companies that can be set up, the benefits, and how to go about setting up a Ltd. It also addresses common misconceptions regarding Ltds in Japan. Setting up a Ltd provides many advantages such as limited liability, tax efficiency, easier bank loan access and more. However, it is important to do research beforehand to understand what is involved before taking the next step towards starting your own Ltd company.