Business in Japan
Discover the latest hacks, news, tips, and resources on doing business in Japan. Grow your business with help from this one-stop resource hub.
BIJ’s Jason Ball on the Value of an Online Community

BIJ’s Jason Ball on the Value of an Online Community

Enjoy this candid conversation on growing and leading the BIJ online community!
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MailMate Team
MailMate Team  Executive Updates
What's Behind Salesforce's Success in Japan? 

What's Behind Salesforce's Success in Japan? 

From a one-room office in Shibuya to the second-largest Salesforce Economy in the world.
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John Cross
John Cross Founder of MailMate
Kokoro Media’s Editor Talks About Her Process And More
Business in Japan, Interviews September 21st, 2021

Kokoro Media’s Editor Talks About Her Process And More

What is it like as an editor of a media company in Japan? How does one choose which stories to pursue and publish? And much more. 
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MailMate Team
MailMate Team  Executive Updates
4 Lessons from Satoru Iwata: Nintendo’s CEO

4 Lessons from Satoru Iwata: Nintendo’s CEO

Satoru Iwata was not only a brilliant programmer and innovator—but also famously a forward-thinking strategist regarding the future of Nintendo and its userbase.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Women in Podcasting in Japan & the Shows to Know

Women in Podcasting in Japan & the Shows to Know

For all your listening needs, English-language podcasts by women living or working in Japan. Refresh your listening feed with these amazing finds.
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MailMate Team
MailMate Team  Executive Updates
The Strategist Behind Mentos Japan on Marketing and More!

The Strategist Behind Mentos Japan on Marketing and More!

What people often get wrong about marketing, the most recent marketing campaign that caught his eye + prompted action, and much more.
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MailMate Team
MailMate Team  Executive Updates
Survey Shows Awareness of SDGs in Japan at 50%

Survey Shows Awareness of SDGs in Japan at 50%

The survey measured awareness of keywords and daily consumption behaviors related to the SDGs and interest in and experience with ethical consumption and sustainability.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
9 English-Speaking Communities and Services for Startups in Japan

9 English-Speaking Communities and Services for Startups in Japan

Where can you go to get English-language support for your big startup idea for Japan? Need help with your paperwork or boots-on-the-ground implementation? Check out these options. 
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Personal Mindset Hacks: Top 5 Things To Do While in a Career Transition

Personal Mindset Hacks: Top 5 Things To Do While in a Career Transition

Find out the practical steps that will create the most significant momentum during your time of transition. 
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Kristy Ishii
Kristy Ishii Guest Author
Clubhouse: Solving Pain-Points for Foreign Execs in Tokyo

Clubhouse: Solving Pain-Points for Foreign Execs in Tokyo

Did you miss the Clubhouse event? Get the quick recap of incisive insights on how TokyoMate is changing the landscape for foreign executives doing business in Japan.
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MailMate Team
MailMate Team  Executive Updates
Japanese Marketing Strategy from July to September

Japanese Marketing Strategy from July to September

So you want to run an online campaign like a Japanese marketing pro? Here are 5 case studies that might spark your next social media promo and get more engagement for your business.
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Amy Yamashita
Amy Yamashita Community Specialist
Employees’ Pension Insurance in Japan, Explained

Employees’ Pension Insurance in Japan, Explained

In Japan, employees’ pension insurance augments the national pension premium for government and company workers. Learn the essentials of what all business owners ought to know.
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John Cross
John Cross Founder of MailMate
3 Articles for Effective Business Strategy for Japan

3 Articles for Effective Business Strategy for Japan

Let go of deadweight, discover alternatives to under-performing methods, and streamline your processes to gain a significant, competitive advantage for your business in Japan.
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MailMate Team
MailMate Team  Executive Updates
5 Articles on Cementing Client Relationships in Japan

5 Articles on Cementing Client Relationships in Japan

What areas of knowledge should you acquire to build strong relationships with your Japanese clients? Here are 5 resources that answer that question. 
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MailMate Team
MailMate Team  Executive Updates
7 In-Depth Articles to Boost Your Marketing Moves in Japan 

7 In-Depth Articles to Boost Your Marketing Moves in Japan 

From how to do market research, to how to identify your ideal Japanese customer, to Japanese ad strategy, here are 7 marketing resources to grow your business in Japan.
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MailMate Team
MailMate Team  Executive Updates
A Day in the Life: Directing a Tokyo-Based Startup
Business in Japan, Interviews April 22nd, 2021

A Day in the Life: Directing a Tokyo-Based Startup

David Gallagher on directing a Tokyo-based startup, things he loves about his job, and an inside look at what TokyoMate offers Japan’s foreign community. 
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MailMate Team
MailMate Team  Executive Updates
Your Company's Phone Number: Who Answers It?  

Your Company's Phone Number: Who Answers It?  

In Japan, a recent survey shows customers have a distinct preference for speaking to a real person. Here's what that means for your Japan-based company or service.
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Amy Yamashita
Amy Yamashita Community Specialist
How to Open a Consultation Service in Japan: 2 Crucial Hurdles to Clear

How to Open a Consultation Service in Japan: 2 Crucial Hurdles to Clear

Thinking of opening a consultation service in Tokyo? The good news is there are no requirements outside of the regular procedures for opening a business in Japan. However, how successful your business will be will depend on some key factors.
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Amy Yamashita
Amy Yamashita Community Specialist