16 - Outsource your Japan department entirely to Japan Trade Advisor
Managing operations in Japan can be time-consuming, expensive, and difficult to coordinate from overseas. Japan Trade Advisor offers a complete and practical solution. By outsourcing your Japan department to us, your business gains an experienced, fully functional local presence without the need to build one yourself.
Why outsource your Japan operations?
Depending on the seize of your business, success in Japan need a local presence, direct communication with Japanese customers, and the ability to respond quickly in a culturally appropriate manner. However, setting up a full in-house team in Japan, hiring local staff, and maintaining office space can be costly and inefficient, especially at the early stage of market entry.
By outsourcing your Japan department to Japan Trade Advisor entirely, your business stays close to the Japanese market while maintaining control and flexibility.
What this service includes
We take care of all the tasks that an internal Japan team would normally manage:
direct representation of your company in Japan
handling all communication with customers, distributors, partners, and authorities
follow-up on orders, feedback, and daily coordination
support for logistics, customer service, and issue resolution
local business development and sales channel monitoring
attending trade fairs, business meetings, and customer visits on your behalf
business intelligence gathering
managing local suppliers and service providers
performance reporting and local strategy updates
advising HQ on cultural matters and expectations when needed
Benefits for your business
Substantial cost savings
Establishing your own office in Japan involves significant expenses. Depending on the setup you choose, you may need to rent office space, invest in infrastructure, purchase equipment, and hire staff. Accounting, payroll, and legal responsibilities further increase the cost. If the office is later closed, there may be obligations such as lease termination fees or severance payments.
By outsourcing your Japan department to Japan Trade Advisor, you avoid these initial investments and ongoing obligations. You only pay for the support you need, based on the structure and services that match your current business phase.
Start from day one
With Japan Trade Advisor, there is no delay. We can represent your company in Japan immediately. From customer communication and distributor follow-up to administrative support and meeting attendance, everything begins on day one.
All essential tasks handled locally
We manage your daily operations in Japan, just like a local office would. This includes partner communication, coordination with service providers, support during exhibitions, and all other activities required to maintain and grow your presence in the market.
Test the market with limited risk
One of the key advantages of outsourcing is the ability to test the Japanese market before making a full commitment. For example, a six-month arrangement allows you to evaluate the impact and potential of having a local presence. This test setup can cost as little as one tenth of a traditional office launch, while still giving you real insight and measurable results.
Who should consider this service?
companies who want to test the Japanese market
companies who want to test whether local presence make sense or not before actually pouring hundreds of thousands of dollars into the project.
companies that want to enter the Japanese market without the risk of building a local team from scratch
exporters who are selling to Japan but are struggling to maintain close contact with customers
businesses that need to respond quickly to market changes in Japan
companies looking for a reliable local partner to handle daily tasks, while they focus on overall strategy
Let us run your Japan department
Our service is designed for businesses that want results without complexity. We manage your operations in Japan as if we were part of your own team, with attention to detail, a deep understanding of the market, and years of hands-on experience. Whether it is managing customer relationships, overseeing logistics, or growing your presence, Japan Trade Advisor is your trusted partner in Japan. Contact us for a short chat where we can discuss your needs.
Want to learn more about Japan, & doing business in Japan?
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