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To actually sell your products or services abroad, you must first investigate the relevant local laws and ensure your operations comply with them.

For example, a product that is not classified as a “medical device” in Japan may be designated as a medical device in another country, requiring compliance with medical-related regulations that are not required in Japan. When exporting goods from Japan or selling them via cross-border e-commerce, there may also be requirements such as establishing a local legal entity, obtaining country-specific sales or distribution licenses, or complying with international treaties that regulate the sale of certain products. In short, multiple legal barriers may apply.

Legal research is the service that thoroughly examines such applicable laws and regulations and reports the findings. It generally falls under qualitative research, and information is collected through desk research, in-depth interviews, and, where appropriate, site visits.