財団法人
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Meanings
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incorporated foundation; juridical foundation
A legal entity established by an endowment of assets for a public-interest purpose, as defined under Japanese law. Often contrasted with 社団法人 (incorporated association).
See also: 社団法人
This museum is operated by an incorporated foundation.
To establish an incorporated foundation, a certain amount of endowment is required.
Usage patterns
- 〈財団法人〉を設立するto establish an incorporated foundation
He established an incorporated foundation to provide scholarships.
- 〈財団法人〉として認可されるto be officially recognized as an incorporated foundation
The organization was officially recognized as an incorporated foundation.