Can Japan really invest in simple hotels and stay open for 365 days?

Yes, it can be open for 365 days and invest in things with a simple hotel license.

After the introduction of the new residence law in Japan, the chaos of the previous homestay ended. Moreover, the upper limit of 180 business days has been set, and some local governments have added additional restrictions. Therefore, it is not an easy task to open a legal homestay at present. Mainly in the process of submitting the hotel registration application, many hard conditions have been set, such as fire protection and building conditions, and nearby residents need to pass the customs, so it is not easy to apply.

Therefore, if you want to break through the 180-day limit, you can invest in a simple hotel. What you operate after obtaining a simple hotel license belongs to a hotel that has obtained a business license from a legal point of view, so it is not subject to all the laws and regulations related to B&B.