Bringing Cross-Border Growth Closer.
An execution-driven partner building your startup’s first success in Japan, together.
Hanamon Works is a cross-border PMO (Project Management Office) that partners closely with startups and growing companies seeking to expand into Japan.
We work side by side with our clients to turn ambition into measurable results.
Rather than stopping at advice or analysis, we take an execution-first approach.
Leveraging our local network and on-the-ground expertise, we actively support business development, market entry, regulatory coordination, and crowdfunding initiatives working as an extension of your team to move projects forward and drive growth.
Our mission is “Global as Local”.
By lowering the barriers to cross-border expansion, we create an environment where ambitious companies can enter the Japanese market with confidence minimizing risk while building their first meaningful success.
SERVICE
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Entry Support
We provide end-to-end support for overseas companies entering Japan, as well as Japanese companies expanding globally.
Our services cover the full foundation-building process, including company incorporation, bank account setup, registered office address, and mail handling. When required, we also participate as local directors or officers to ensure credibility and continuity.
By strengthening trust in each market and managing local operations hands-on, we enable smooth and reliable cross-border business development in both directions. -
Launch Support
Through market research and PoC initiatives (test sales), we validate the feasibility of your business in the target market.
From partner sourcing and channel design to building local operational frameworks, we work closely with you throughout the execution phase.
This approach is ideal for startups seeking to test small, learn fast, and scale with confidence. -
Management Support
We support executive decision-making and mid- to long-term strategy in both Japan and overseas markets.
Our involvement goes beyond advisory roles—serving as executive advisors or acting officers, supporting financial strategy, fundraising, and grant applications, while remaining deeply engaged in day-to-day management.
As a cross-border PMO connecting headquarters and overseas operations, we help strengthen organizational foundations and drive sustainable growth. -
Promotion & Marketing
We help build market visibility through press conferences, trade shows, and pop-up activations.
In addition, we provide integrated support across sales representation, promotional planning, and the production of landing pages, videos, and social media content.
By building practical, on-the-ground sales systems, we turn strategy into visible, measurable results.
STRENGTHS
- A “hands-on, execution-driven” approach—built to “start small and scale.”
- A hands-on network with deep expertise in cross-border and multicultural business.
- End-to-end support—from executive strategy to on-the-ground execution.
A “hands-on, execution-driven” approach—built to “start small and scale.”
We share risk through a performance-based model that keeps fixed costs low, while executing beyond strategy, from local research and sales activities to contract negotiations.
As a partner focused on “building results together,” we support startups on the ground as they take on new challenges.
A hands-on network with deep expertise in cross-border and multicultural business.
With bases in Tokyo, Seoul, and Shenzhen, our local network extends across Asia.
Working closely with specialists in management, interpretation, logistics, legal affairs, marketing, and talent acquisition, we help drive businesses forward—quickly and reliably—across borders and cultures.
End-to-end support—from executive strategy to on-the-ground execution.
We bridge leadership perspective with day-to-day operations through a comprehensive support framework.
Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to identify core challenges and deliver effective strategies—executed seamlessly in a one-stop approach.
FLOW
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Initial Consultation (Free) 01
We begin with a complimentary consultation to understand your goals, challenges, and current situation.
Even if you have limited experience in cross-border expansion, you can engage with confidence as we clarify how we can best support you. -
Strategy Design & Proposal 02
Based on market analysis, entry strategy, and organizational design, we propose an optimal plan tailored to your objectives.
Support can be customized to your needs, including company setup, PoC (test sales), and go-to-market strategy. -
Agreement & Kickoff 03
Once the plan is finalized, we confirm the contract and project timeline.
We assemble the project team and align on local execution methods and reporting structures.
Projects typically begin under a low fixed-cost, performance-based model to manage risk effectively. -
Execution & Hands-On Support 04
We execute according to plan—covering market validation, sales activities, event operations, PR, and talent acquisition.
When needed, we participate as officers or PMO members, working at the front line to deliver tangible results. -
Review & Expansion Planning 05
We regularly review outcomes and prepare for the next phase, such as channel expansion or mid- to long-term growth.
Leveraging our domestic and international networks, we continue to support you as a long-term partner for sustainable growth.
FAQ
- What types of companies and industries do you work with?
- We primarily support Japanese companies seeking to expand overseas, as well as international companies planning to enter the Japanese market.
Our experience spans a wide range of industries, including food & beverage, cosmetics, manufacturing, hospitality, IT, and AI-driven startups. - Can we consult with you even if we’re still unsure about expansion?
- Absolutely.
We help you clarify direction, timing, and priorities—starting with what actions make sense right now.
Please feel free to reach out through our free consultation form. - How are you different from other consulting or translation firms?
- Hanamon Works is an execution-driven PMO, not just an advisory firm.
In addition to strategy design, we take hands-on responsibility for local sales, channel development, and PR execution—providing end-to-end support from planning to action. - What is your pricing structure?
- We offer flexible pricing options, including a low fixed-fee monthly model and performance-based plans.
This structure is designed to be accessible for startups and early-stage businesses. - Can we work with you even without overseas offices or local teams?
- Yes.
By leveraging our local networks, we support everything from partner sourcing to transaction execution.
We also provide a Japan-based support structure that allows projects to move forward smoothly without requiring an overseas presence.
