Japan is ranked 29 among 190 economies in the ease of doing business, according to the latest World Bank annual ratings. The rank of Japan improved to 29 in 2019 from 39 in 2018. Ease of Doing Business in Japan averaged 26.33 from 2008 until 2019, reaching an all time high of 39.00 in 2018 and a record low of 13.00 in 2008. source: World Bank



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Ease of Doing Business in Japan
The Ease of doing business index ranks countries against each other based on how the regulatory environment is conducive to business operationstronger protections of property rights. Economies with a high rank (1 to 20) have simpler and more friendly regulations for businesses.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
29.00 39.00 39.00 13.00 2008 - 2019 Yearly