Although there are more than 300 Japanese ADRs (American Depository Receipts) available on the US OTC markets, there are just 12 listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Here is a list of the Top Japanese Stocks on the NYSE. Canon is probably one of the most famous camera and lens producers in the world.
Should you invest in Japanese ADRs listed in the US?
If you want to gain exposure to the Japanese stock market, without the hassle of opening a foreign brokerage account; then you can always invest in Japanese ADRs listed in the US.
How does ADR work in Japan?
Japanese courts provide assistance to parties who wish to utilise ADR in various ways. For instance, the court will force parties to arbitrate by rejecting a claim brought to the court by the parties who have entered into an arbitration agreement that covers such claim.
