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As if you were having your branch with experienced staff in Japan, we provide real and latest intelligence from Japan directly related to sales, product development and strategy through our consultancy, newsletters, category reports and much more.

What We Do

Market Intelligence & Custom Research

Practical research and analysis on Japanese food, beverage, retail, and consumer goods markets.

  • Market and category research
  • Consumer and retail insights
  • Competitor analysis
  • Trend reports
  • Custom research
  • Business opportunity assessment
  • Market entry planning
  • Partner search
  • Retail opportunity assessment

Japan Sourcing & Manufacturing Support

We help international companies identify and evaluate Japanese suppliers and manufacturing partners.

  • OEM partner search
  • Supplier identification
  • Packaging supplier search
  • Product development support
  • Factory and partner introductions
  • Local coordination and communication support

Market Intelligence & Custom Research

Our market intelligence and research services help clients understand the Japanese market through the eyes of consumers, retailers, competitors, and local industry players.

We provide practical insights into Japanese food, beverage, retail, and consumer goods markets, combining desk research, field observation, store checks, category analysis, and consumer and retail perspectives. Our goal is not only to show what is happening in the market, but to explain why it matters and where business opportunities may exist.

Whether you are exploring a new category, evaluating competitors, assessing market potential, or looking for direction before entering Japan, we design research around your business questions, timeline, and budget.

Our work may include market and category research, consumer and retail insights, competitor analysis, trend reports, store checks, custom research, and business opportunity assessments.

Japan Sourcing & Manufacturing Support

Finding the right manufacturing or sourcing partner in Japan is often one of the most difficult stages for international companies.

The First Stage Is Often the Most Difficult

Limited Information Difficult to find accurate and up-to-date information about suitable suppliers.
No Response or Slow Response It is common in Japan for replies to take time, or there may be no response at all.
Difficult to Compare Information is not always disclosed, making it hard to compare suppliers fairly.
Cultural & Communication Differences Japanese business communication styles can be different from other countries.

How Martner Supports You

Martner Japan supports overseas brands, manufacturers, retailers, and product development teams in identifying, evaluating, and communicating with Japanese suppliers, OEM manufacturers for product development.

In Japan, finding a suitable partner often requires more than a simple online search. Information may be limited, responses may be slow due to language and cultural barriers, and comparing suppliers clearly from outside Japan can be difficult.

We combine local market knowledge, supplier research, industry understanding, and practical communication support to help clients move from initial research to concrete next steps.

Whether you are looking for an OEM manufacturer, a factory partner, or support with early-stage product development, we help you find reliable partners that match your product goals, quality expectations, and business needs.

Our Sourcing & Manufacturing Support is not limited to initial research. We also support product development in Japan, sample coordination, communication with local partners, and export-related arrangements when necessary.

Our Support Process

1
Understand Your Needs
We discuss your product requirements, goals, and ideal partner profile.
2
Research & Identification
We research and identify potential suppliers, OEMs, and packaging partners in Japan.
3
Preliminary Evaluation
We collect key information including capacity, specs, certifications, experience, and communication readiness.
4
Initial Outreach & Information Gathering
We introduce your inquiry to suitable companies and gather initial information on your behalf.
5
Shortlist & Introduction
We create a practical shortlist and introduce you to the most relevant partners.
6
Sample & Development Support
We assist with sample coordination and early-stage product development support.
7
Communication Support
We support ongoing communication in Japan to help build smooth business relationships.

  1. Understand Your Needs

    We discuss your product requirements, business goals, ideal partner profile, quality expectations, and key selection criteria.

  2. Research & Identification

    We research and identify potential suppliers, OEM manufacturers, packaging companies, factories, and product development partners in Japan.

  3. Preliminary Evaluation

    We collect and organize key information such as production capabilities, specifications, certifications, export experience, quality standards, and communication readiness.

  4. Initial Outreach & Information Gathering

    We contact suitable companies on your behalf, introduce your inquiry, and gather initial responses and relevant information.

  5. Shortlist & Introduction

    We create a practical shortlist of potential partners and introduce you to the most relevant companies.

  6. Sample & Development Support

    We assist with sample coordination, early-stage product development communication, and follow-up discussions when needed.

  7. Communication Support

    We support ongoing communication with Japanese partners to help build smoother and more productive business relationships.

Important NoteOur role is to help you create a practical shortlist and facilitate communication.
Final decisions regarding product specifications, quality standards, factory inspection, contracts, pricing, compliance, and logistics should be verified and confirmed directly by you and the selected manufacturer.

Additional Support

We provide practical support beyond supplier identification to help your project move forward smoothly in Japan.

Supplier Visit Support

We support supplier visits in Japan by arranging appointments, preparing visit itineraries, coordinating meetings with potential suppliers, and providing English interpretation support when needed.

  • Arranging appointments and visit itineraries
  • Coordinating meetings with potential suppliers
  • English interpretation support

Development & Communication Support

We support communication with Japanese suppliers when language or cultural barriers exist or when local communication support is preferred. This includes discussions on product requirements, development, quality checks, labeling, compliance in your market, negotiations, and other related matters.

  • Communication with Japanese suppliers
  • Product requirements & development
  • Quality checks, labeling, compliance, negotiations
  • And other related matters
As part of our standard sourcing and manufacturing support, Martner Japan does not act as the exporter. Our role is to support communication, coordination, and project development between you and the selected supplier.

Export & Brokerage Arrangement Support

If neither you nor the supplier can act as the exporter, we can help connect suitable importers, exporters, manufacturers, or trading partners to support your business launch.

  • Connecting importers, exporters, manufacturers, or trading partners
  • Export arrangement support when necessary
When necessary and appropriate, Martner Japan may also support export-related arrangements or act as the exporter under a separate agreement, depending on the product, transaction structure, compliance requirements, and project scope.

Why Source from Japan?

Huge Potential for Sourcing

  • High Quality
  • Technology and Innovation
  • Competitive Prices
  • Differentiation as “Made in Japan”
  • Stable Logistics
  • Low Inflation
  • Exchange Rate (JPY Depreciation)
  • Low Country Risk
  • Business Culture