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8 Companies

Country: Japan
Client Type: Small Business (<$10M)

List of the Best Japan Small Business Consultants

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    DataRoot Labs Logotype

    DataRoot Labs

    4.9 23 reviews
    Premier Verified
    $10,000+
    $50 - $99 / hr
    10 - 49
    Serves Japan

    Services provided

    30% AI Development
    20% AI Agents
    20% Generative AI +3 services
    10% AI Consulting
    10% IoT Development
    10% Low/No Code Development

    DataRoot Labs is an AI and machine learning solutions provider that excels in delivering high-quality, scalable systems and products across various industries. The overall feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% of reviewers praising their technical expertise, timely project management, and collaborative communication. Clients highlight their ability to deliver effective solutions on time and within budget, demonstrating a deep understanding of AI technologies and practical applications.

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    2 of 2 reviews are 5 stars
    $200,000 – $999,999 avg. project cost

    Reviewed 2 times in the past 6 months

    In the last six months, clients have praised DataRoot Labs for their impressive responsiveness and effective communication. One CEO highlighted the team's dedication and timely project delivery, noting high-quality outputs and a seamless virtual collaboration experience. Another client commended their ability to deliver a valuable proof of concept, emphasizing the team's commitment to client success. Overall, sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with no significant areas for improvement identified.
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    Industry Experience

    DataRoot Labs has demonstrated expertise across various industries, primarily in AI development, marketing, and legal technology. Feedback highlights their strengths in creating advanced algorithms, efficient project management, and delivering high-quality solutions. Notably, clients in advertising praised their ability to build effective content trend identification systems, while those in legal and healthcare valued their proficiency in automation and predictive algorithms. Overall, the sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, indicating strong fit for projects in AI-driven consumer products, advertising, healthcare, and legal technologies.

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    Consumer Products Advertising & marketing Software Food & Beverage Human Resources IT Services Legal Social Networking Arts, entertainment & music Healthcare Information technology Financial services

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    Working Excellence Logotype

    Working Excellence

    5.0 3 reviews
    Verified
    $25,000+
    $150 - $199 / hr
    10 - 49
    Serves Japan

    Services provided

    10% Business Consulting
    15% AI Consulting
    15% AI Development +6 services
    15% BI & Big Data Consulting & SI
    15% Custom Software Development
    10% Cybersecurity
    10% Generative AI
    5% Digital Strategy
    5% IoT Development

    Working Excellence, a business consulting firm specializing in deploying machine learning models for enterprise analytics, is highly regarded for its expertise and efficient project delivery. With 100% positive feedback, clients commend their end-to-end solutions, responsiveness, and ability to enhance forecasting accuracy by 30%, consistently delivering ahead of schedule and within budget.

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    1 of 1 Business Consulting reviews are 5 stars
    1 new review for Business Consulting in past 6 months
    Less than $10,000 avg. project cost

    Business Consulting PROJECT HIGHLIGHT

    ML Development for Marketing Consulting Firm

    5.0 — Working Excellence deployed an ML model for a marketing consulting company. The team added specific functionalities to the solutions, such as feature engineering, model training, and real-time Read more
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    Industry Experience

    Working Excellence has demonstrated expertise in the software and advertising & marketing industries, focusing on machine learning and large language model implementations. Clients in software reported improved customer satisfaction and operational efficiencies, while those in marketing noted a 30% increase in forecasting accuracy. Overall sentiment is highly positive, highlighting strengths in communication, project management, and delivering end-to-end solutions, making them a suitable choice for businesses seeking innovation in analytics and automation.

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    Software Advertising & marketing

    Average Project Cost Breakdown

    Less than $10,000 (1)

    What Clients Have Said

    Clients have expressed strong satisfaction with Working Excellence's cost-effectiveness, noting it as a significant factor in their selection. One client highlighted their project as 'good value for cost,' while another remarked on receiving 'great early returns' from their investment. Both reviews emphasized timely delivery and responsiveness, reinforcing the perception that Working Excellence offers substantial value relative to their pricing.
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  • Creative For More Logotype

    4.9 4 reviews
    Verified
    $25,000+
    $200 - $300 / hr
    10 - 49
    Minato City, Japan

    Services provided

    10% Business Consulting
    30% Web Design
    25% Digital Strategy +4 services
    20% Social Media Marketing
    5% Logo
    5% Pay Per Click
    5% Search Engine Optimization

    Creative For More is a digital marketing agency offering website design, brand development, and social media marketing services. Client feedback highlights their commitment to understanding business needs and delivering tailored solutions, with 75% of reviewers emphasizing improved lead generation and engagement. Furthermore, 100% of reviewers praise their responsiveness and professional attitude, despite minor initial issues.

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    Reviews mention Puts the customer first

    Creative For More consistently prioritizes customer needs, as highlighted by a client who praised their dedication to partnership and effective collaboration. The client noted significant improvements in lead generation and engagement after working with the agency. They described Creative For More as one of the best agencies they have ever partnered with, indicating a strong sentiment of customer-first service, though they suggested more consistent report follow-ups could enhance the experience further.
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      5.0 Jun 22, 2021

      Their dedication to being a partner. They are one of the best agencies we've ever worked with. The only one I can make is perhaps following up with their reports more consistently on the same day each week.

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    Industry Experience

    Creative For More has demonstrated expertise across various industries including Interior Design, Retail, Arts & Music, and Advertising & Marketing. Clients commend their tailored solutions, responsiveness, and impactful results, such as significant increases in leads and revenue. In the Retail sector, they successfully established brand identity and e-commerce platforms. In Arts & Music, they enhanced lead generation by 250%. Overall, sentiment is positive across industries, indicating strong alignment for businesses seeking design, digital marketing, and brand strategy services.

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    Other industries Retail Arts, entertainment & music Advertising & marketing

    Average Project Cost Breakdown

    $10,000 to $49,000 (2) Less than $10,000 (1) $200,000 to $999,999 (1)

    What Clients Have Said

    Clients generally perceive Creative For More as offering fair pricing relative to the quality of service provided. One client noted that although they were not the cheapest option, their pricing was justified by the value received, praising the company's commitment to meeting their needs. Another client highlighted a significant increase in leads and revenue, affirming that the investment was worthwhile. Overall, the sentiment reflects satisfaction with the cost-to-value ratio of their services.
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    Minato City, Japan

    3 Chome-1-6 Motoazabu, Minato City, Tokyo 106-0046
    Minato City, Japan 106-0046

    2 - 5

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  • Sun Asterisk Inc. Logotype

    5.0 1 review
    $5,000+
    $25 - $49 / hr
    1,000 - 9,999
    Chiyoda City, Japan

    Services provided

    10% Business Consulting
    30% Mobile App Development
    20% Web Development +6 services
    15% AI Development
    5% Application Testing
    5% Cloud Consulting & SI
    5% Cybersecurity
    5% Other IT Consulting and SI
    5% UX/UI Design

    Sun Asterisk Inc. is a technology services company specializing in end-to-end product development, particularly in building CRM and workflow platforms. Review feedback is overwhelmingly positive, highlighting their structured project management, adaptive communication, and collaborative approach, with 100% of reviewers noting their impressive partnership mindset and proactive problem-solving.

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    1 of 1 reviews is 5 stars
    Unknown avg. project cost

    Reviewed 1 time in the past 6 months

    Recent client feedback highlights Sun Asterisk Inc.'s effective project management and collaborative approach. A CEO noted the successful delivery of a cloud-native CRM that enhanced client lifecycle management and streamlined operations. Clients appreciated the team's responsiveness and proactive solutions, despite initial iterations in translating business needs. Overall sentiment is positive, with clients valuing the partnership mindset and clear communication throughout the project.
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    Industry Experience

    Sun Asterisk Inc. has demonstrated strong expertise in the business services sector, particularly in digital accounting. Clients commend their ability to develop tailored solutions such as cloud-native CRM systems that enhance client management and operational efficiency. The feedback highlights their collaborative approach, responsiveness to client needs, and capability to guide clients through complex technology projects. Overall sentiment indicates a positive impact, making them a suitable partner for firms seeking digital transformation in the business services industry.

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    What Clients Have Said

    Clients have praised Sun Asterisk Inc. for their competitive pricing, which aligns well with budgetary constraints. One CEO noted the company's pricing fit their budget while also highlighting the cultural alignment and shared values. Overall, feedback indicates that clients perceive strong value for money, particularly in the quality of service and responsiveness throughout the project lifecycle, with no significant concerns raised regarding costs.
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  • Hatago Consulting Logotype

    Not yet reviewed

    Undisclosed
    Undisclosed
    2 - 9
    Chuo City, Japan

    Services provided

    10% Business Consulting
    40% Social Media Marketing
    20% Web Design +3 services
    10% Digital Strategy
    10% Financial Consulting
    10% Market Research

    Based in Chuo City, Japan, Hatago Consulting is a small social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Web Design.

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  • Concept Design I/O Logotype

    Not yet reviewed

    $25,000+
    $150 - $199 / hr
    10 - 49
    Minato City, Japan

    Services provided

    10% Business Consulting
    20% Corporate Training & Coaching
    15% Digital Strategy +6 services
    15% Marketing Strategy
    10% Branding
    10% Public Relations
    10% Social Media Marketing
    5% Content Marketing
    5% Market Research

    Concept Design I/O is a Corporate Training & Coaching company. Launched in 2000, their team specializes in Corporate Training & Coaching and Marketing Strategy.

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  • HASHI Consulting Japan Logotype

    5.0 1 review
    $1,000+
    $100 - $149 / hr
    Freelancer
    Shibuya City, Japan

    Services provided

    40% Business Consulting
    25% Market Research
    25% Marketing Strategy +1 service
    10% Financial Consulting

    HASHI Consulting Japan is a market research and consulting firm specializing in exploring business opportunities in new geographical regions. They are praised for their reactivity and ability to establish contacts in unfamiliar industries, with 100% of feedback highlighting smooth workflow and impressive adaptability, though there's a suggestion for broader regional presence in Asia.

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    Industry Experience

    HASHI Consulting Japan has demonstrated expertise in the media industry, particularly supporting French fashion photographers entering the Japanese market. Reviews highlight their proactive approach, effective communication, and ability to navigate complex market challenges. Clients noted the crowded and competitive landscape in Japan, with the need for long-term relationship building. Overall sentiment indicates strong capabilities in market analysis, making them a suitable partner for businesses in the media sector seeking to expand in Japan.

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    Media

    Average Project Cost Breakdown

    Less than $10,000 (1)

    What Clients Have Said

    Clients have noted HASHI Consulting Japan offers good value for money, particularly highlighting their responsiveness and quality of work. One client, a French fashion photographer, appreciated the thorough market analysis and effective communication throughout the project. However, they also mentioned that while the quality was commendable for the company's size, broader regional representation could enhance their offerings. Overall, the sentiment reflects a positive assessment of cost relative to the services provided.
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  • Parthenon Japan Logotype

    Not yet reviewed

    $5,000+
    $200 - $300 / hr
    2 - 9
    Minato City, Japan

    Services provided

    10% Business Consulting
    50% Public Relations
    10% Content Marketing +4 services
    10% Event Management
    10% Video Production
    5% Digital Strategy
    5% Translation

    Parthenon Japan is a small PR company headquartered in Minato City, Japan. The team offers Public Relations and Content Marketing.

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  • HIS Pvt. LTD Logotype

    Not yet reviewed

    $1,000+
    Undisclosed
    50 - 249
    Toride, Japan

    Services provided

    20% Business Consulting
    15% HR Outsourcing
    15% PEO/Employee Leasing +4 services
    15% Recruiting
    15% Staffing
    10% Financial Consulting
    10% HR Consulting

    HIS Pvt. LTD is a Business Consulting company launched in 1992. Their services include Business Consulting and Staffing.

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    Toride, Japan

    Suite 740-1-713, Miya Wada Toride-shi, Ibaraki Ken. P.O Box 300-1514
    Toride, Japan 300-1514

    10 - 15

    081297837003

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  • Canri Consulting Logotype

    Not yet reviewed

    $1,000+
    $25 - $49 / hr
    Freelancer
    Kyotanabe, Japan

    Services provided

    10% Business Consulting
    20% Corporate Training & Coaching
    20% Logo +4 services
    20% Web Design
    10% Pay Per Click
    10% Search Engine Optimization
    10% Social Media Marketing

    Canri Consulting, a web design agency, offer Web Design and Logo. They were founded in 2020.

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List of the Best Japan Small Business Consultants

  1. Creative For More Logotype

    Creative For More

    $25,000+
    $200 - $300 / hr
    10 - 49
    Minato City, Japan

    Ability to deliver

    32.2/40.0
    15.8/20 Reviews
    10/10 Clients & Experience
    6.4/10 Market Presence

    Service focus

    10% Business Consulting
    90% Other
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  2. Sun Asterisk Inc. Logotype

    Sun Asterisk Inc.

    $5,000+
    $25 - $49 / hr
    1,000 - 9,999
    Chiyoda City, Japan

    Ability to deliver

    29.8/40.0
    17/20 Reviews
    8.8/10 Clients & Experience
    4/10 Market Presence

    Service focus

    10% Business Consulting
    90% Other
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  3. Hatago Consulting Logotype

    Hatago Consulting

    Undisclosed
    Undisclosed
    2 - 9
    Chuo City, Japan

    Ability to deliver

    7.9/40.0
    0/20 Reviews
    3/10 Clients & Experience
    4.9/10 Market Presence

    Service focus

    10% Business Consulting
    90% Other
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  4. Concept Design I/O Logotype

    Concept Design I/O

    $25,000+
    $150 - $199 / hr
    10 - 49
    Minato City, Japan

    Ability to deliver

    7.3/40.0
    0/20 Reviews
    2.4/10 Clients & Experience
    4.9/10 Market Presence

    Service focus

    10% Business Consulting
    90% Other
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  5. HASHI Consulting Japan Logotype

    HASHI Consulting Japan

    $1,000+
    $100 - $149 / hr
    Freelancer
    Shibuya City, Japan

    Ability to deliver

    23.1/40.0
    16.2/20 Reviews
    0.7/10 Clients & Experience
    6.2/10 Market Presence

    Service focus

    40% Business Consulting
    60% Other
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  6. Parthenon Japan Logotype

    Parthenon Japan

    $5,000+
    $200 - $300 / hr
    2 - 9
    Minato City, Japan

    Ability to deliver

    5.8/40.0
    0/20 Reviews
    0.6/10 Clients & Experience
    5.2/10 Market Presence

    Service focus

    10% Business Consulting
    90% Other
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  7. HIS Pvt. LTD Logotype

    HIS Pvt. LTD

    $1,000+
    Undisclosed
    50 - 249
    Toride, Japan

    Ability to deliver

    7.6/40.0
    0/20 Reviews
    2.7/10 Clients & Experience
    4.9/10 Market Presence

    Service focus

    20% Business Consulting
    80% Other
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  8. Canri Consulting Logotype

    Canri Consulting

    $1,000+
    $25 - $49 / hr
    Freelancer
    Kyotanabe, Japan

    Ability to deliver

    6.2/40.0
    0/20 Reviews
    1.4/10 Clients & Experience
    4.8/10 Market Presence

    Service focus

    10% Business Consulting
    90% Other
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