Starting a business in Japan
Planning, research and coordination to help international companies and entrepreneurs prepare for and pursue their entry into Japan.
A stronger foundation for your next venture.
Business across borders. A new life in Japan.
Personal support, from your first idea to putting it into action.
For companies and individuals. Support tailored to your goals, in collaboration with specialists and partners in Japan and overseas.
Planning, research and coordination to help international companies and entrepreneurs prepare for and pursue their entry into Japan.
Support with preparations for life in Japan, including information gathering and coordination for housing and everyday needs.
Support for Japanese businesses exploring overseas opportunities, from partner communication to coordination for implementation.
Japanese–English communication, negotiation coordination and business visit arrangements to help your work run smoothly.
A project from 2021

OHLALALA worked on the development of ERKEO shampoo and conditioner, produced by martial artist Takeru, taking the project from a pre-launch campaign on Makuake to retail sales at 25 LOFT stores across Japan.

Working with logistics partners, we carefully coordinated shipping and delivery to bring the products we developed to customers.
Whether you want to launch your own brand or turn a product idea into reality, we can discuss support tailored to your goals—from early planning and coordination with specialists and manufacturing partners to bringing your product to market.
Discuss your product ideaWe work across language and cultural differences to understand your intentions and anticipate what you need next. Our approach is personal, attentive and shaped around your circumstances.
Tell us about your goals, circumstances and the challenges you face.
We identify the support you need and propose an approach and quotation.
We coordinate with specialists and partners, supporting you within the agreed scope.
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Talk to us about business in Japan, relocation, extended stays or international expansion. Enquiries are welcome in Japanese and English.
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