Japan Market Entry & Localization Specialist | B2B
PAN Partners Japan helps international companies expand into Japan quickly and efficiently. We specialize in Japan Market Entry, offering end-to-end support from company formation and compliance to localization, sales channel development, and partner outreach.
Our unique Fractional Country Manager service allows you to establish a local executive presence without the cost of a full-time hire. We act as your country manager on the ground — leading meetings, representing your brand, and building relationships with Japanese partners.
For APAC business development teams and managers, we provide a low-friction pathway to Japan. Many APAC leaders want to include Japan in their regional growth plans but cannot dedicate heavy internal resources or additional headcount. We handle the execution locally so your team can focus on strategy and wider regional priorities.
With a proven track record supporting US, EU, and Singapore-based companies — including cases of tripling local revenue — our bilingual team bridges cultural gaps and ensures smooth collaboration. Whether you need advisory support or a full operational presence, we make Japan entry cost-effective and scalable.
Why Us: Unlike large consultancies, we offer tailored, flexible support with a hands-on approach. We build teams with external specialists to cover legal, HR, marketing, and distribution — ensuring your Japan entry is practical, cost-efficient, and fully backed by the right expertise.
PAN Partners Japan provided business consulting for a private investment company. The team helped set up a company in Japan and conducted market research. They also hired an M&A specialist.
Thanks to PAN Partners Japan's support, the client was able to establish a sake company in Japan. The team provided seamless, high-quality services and guided the client through a strategic pivot. They were also responsive to the client's questions and requests, both personal and professional.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the CEO of a private investment company.
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Private Investor
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire PAN Partners Japan to accomplish?
Setting up a company in Japan
Market Research
Hiring the M&A Specialist
SOLUTION
How did you find PAN Partners Japan?
Referral
Why did you select PAN Partners Japan over others?
Referred to me
How many teammates from PAN Partners Japan were assigned to this project?
2-5 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
As an individual investor based in Singapore, I was introduced to Pan Partners through a trusted connection. I engaged them for support with setting up a Japanese corporation, as well as arranging legal and administrative professionals to conduct due diligence on a potential M&A target. Pan Partners assembled an outstanding team that provided seamless, high-quality service.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
It had long been my dream to start a sake business in Japan. Although the original plan changed due to the nature of the investment opportunities available, Pan Partners guided me through a strategic pivot, working closely with specialized advisors to help realize my vision. Thanks to their expertise and dedication, I—despite being a foreigner—was ultimately able to establish a sake company in Japan in the way I had always envisioned. I am truly grateful for their support.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Japan has a high barrier to entry, and I wanted to find specialists for the project from trustworthy sources. As a result, I was able to assemble the best team.
What was your primary form of communication with PAN Partners Japan?
In-Person Meeting
Virtual Meeting
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
They responded to my off-duty questions about Japan and even personal requests without any reluctance.
Are there any areas for improvement or something PAN Partners Japan could have done differently?
They were perfect.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
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Japan Market Entry & Operational Support Packages
We provide flexible, tailored support for companies entering or expanding in the Japanese market. Our services range from back-office administration and bilingual Japanese–English operational communication to full-scale market development, ensuring a seamless local presence without the high cost and complexity of traditional setups.
Small
Admin Services
$3,500
/month
Service Details : General accounting support contract administration and clerical work
Best For Startups (Series A–C stage)
Best For Growing IT Companies
Medium
Operational Communicator
$5,500
/month
Service Details : JapaneseEnglish communication meeting participation reporting and daytoday operational support
Best For Successful Enterprises in the Home Market
Niche Players
Large
Market Communicator
$7,500
/month
Service Details : OR Ongoing Royalty 7 to 20 percents of Japan based revenue after sales launch
Best For Successful Enterprises in the Home Market
Best For Startups (Series A–C stage)
Best For Growing IT Companies
Niche Players
Features
Small
$3,500
/mo
Medium
$5,500
/mo
Large
$7,500
/mo
Service Details
General accounting support contract administration and clerical work
JapaneseEnglish communication meeting participation reporting and daytoday operational support
OR Ongoing Royalty 7 to 20 percents of Japan based revenue after sales launch
Best For Successful Enterprises in the Home Market
–
Best For Startups (Series A–C stage)
–
Best For Growing IT Companies
–
Niche Players
–
Small
$3,500
/mo
Service Details
General accounting support contract administration and clerical work
Best For Successful Enterprises in the Home Market
–
Best For Startups (Series A–C stage)
Best For Growing IT Companies
Niche Players
–
Medium
$5,500
/mo
Service Details
JapaneseEnglish communication meeting participation reporting and daytoday operational support
Best For Successful Enterprises in the Home Market
Best For Startups (Series A–C stage)
–
Best For Growing IT Companies
–
Niche Players
Large
$7,500
/mo
Service Details
OR Ongoing Royalty 7 to 20 percents of Japan based revenue after sales launch
Best For Successful Enterprises in the Home Market
Best For Startups (Series A–C stage)
Best For Growing IT Companies
Niche Players
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