Hello! I’m a Notion Consultant, Virtual & Travel Assistant, and IT Support professional, helping busy individuals and creatives organize their projects, life, and ideas with clarity and calm. 🌿
I combine creativity, intuition, and practical skills to design systems that feel aligned and easy to use.
I specialize in:
✨ Notion Templates & Dashboards – creative, healing, travel, and wellness planning
✨ Virtual & IT Assistance – task management, scheduling, email, and workflow optimization
✨ Travel & Personal Assistance – itineraries, bookings, planning, and bilingual support
✨ JP-EN Bridging & Communication – translations, content organization, cross-cultural coordination, Voice over, Voice Recording.
My style is:
🌙 Intuitive, calming, and nature-inspired
💛 User-friendly and visually organized
🌏 Fully bilingual (Japanese–English)
Whether you need a Notion system, IT workflow, Personal Support, Language support or travel planning support, I’ll create solutions that help you stay organised, aligned, and stress-free.
Let’s build a workspace or system that reflects your ideas, goals, and journey🦋
Business Analysis
Requirement Analysis
Scrum
Jira
Atlassian Confluence
QA Testing
Software Testing
Virtual Assistance
Japanese to English Translation
English to Japanese Translation
Art & Design
Notion
Travel Planning
Journalism
Administrative Support
Ryo A.
Tokyo, Japan
$30/hr
5.0
8 jobs
I leverage over 20 years of experience in sales management and international trade to help global companies thrive in the Japanese market. My deep understanding of Japanese business customs and legal regulations allows me to act as a strategic bridge, ensuring seamless market entry and expansion for international organizations. I have consistently driven revenue growth, achieving a departmental milestone of 2.2 billion JPY. With expertise in market expansion, risk management, and team leadership, I have guided diverse teams for over a decade, fostering collaboration among stakeholders from various backgrounds. I am fluent in English and adept at navigating complex business environments. If you are looking for someone who can facilitate your success in Japan, let’s connect and discuss how I can support your goals.
Strategy
Japanese
Sales
International Sales
Sales Management
English to Japanese Translation
International Business
Sales Leadership
Sales Operations
Japanese to English Translation
Sales & Business Development Services
Marketing
Madoka W.
Kitakyushu, Japan
$30/hr
5.0
15 jobs
Thank you for visiting my profile.
I help overseas companies successfully navigate the Japanese market through supplier sourcing, market research, business support, and export coordination.
With over 20 years of experience in international trade, export operations, and business administration, I provide practical support for companies seeking reliable assistance in Japan.
My services include:
■ Supplier Sourcing & Business Development
• Identifying and contacting Japanese manufacturers and suppliers
• Supplier evaluation and comparison
• Supplier research and sourcing support
• Communication and coordination with Japanese companies
• Product sourcing for overseas buyers
■ Market Research & Field Research
• Market and competitor research
• Store visits and field investigations
• Mystery shopping and service evaluations
• Local verification and fact-finding assignments
• On-site inspections and reporting
■ Export & Trade Support
• Export documentation support
• Coordination with Japanese suppliers and logistics providers
• Import/export process assistance
• Product and supplier verification
• Trade communication support
■ Japan Business Support
• Communication with Japanese businesses and government offices
• Administrative support for overseas companies
• Document preparation and translation support
• Coordination with local partners and service providers
Why work with me?
• Native Japanese, fluent English
• Based in Japan
• Top Rated freelancer with 100% Job Success
• Strong communication and reporting skills
• Extensive experience working with international clients
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and responsive
Whether you need supplier sourcing, market research, export support, or local representation in Japan, I can help you achieve your business goals efficiently and professionally.
I look forward to discussing your project.
Data Entry
Microsoft Excel
Process Improvement
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint
Administrative Support
Virtual Assistance
Customer Service
Research Summary
Data Collection
Internet Survey
Mystery Shopping
Local Operations
Local Photography
Ikue T.
Minato, Japan
$150/hr
5.0
10 jobs
Need reliable, context-rich insights from Japan—or practical support to enter, localize, and grow in the market?
I help international companies conduct Japan-focused qualitative research, moderate IDIs in English and Japanese, and coordinate communication between global teams, Japanese partners, and local stakeholders.
With 25+ years of leadership experience across hospitality, retail, franchising, consumer business, HR, and operations, I translate local nuance into clear business decisions and aligned execution. I work as a practical bridge between global strategy and the realities of the Japan market.
RESEARCH & IDI MODERATION (EN/JP)
End-to-end or modular support for global research agencies, consultancies, and internal teams:
• IDI moderation (EN/JP) – Consumer, B2B, HR, SaaS, Hospitality, Retail, Travel, UX
• Participant screening & targeted outreach
• B2B decision-maker recruitment
• Discussion guide review and localization
• UX evaluation and usability testing
• Insight translation and cultural interpretation
• Executive briefing and debriefing
• Modular support available: screening only / outreach only / moderation only / EN-JP translation
JAPAN MARKET ENTRY, LOCALIZATION & COORDINATION
Practical support informed by real operating experience:
• Market-entry assessment and go-to-market planning
• Market insight and research interpretation
• Brand positioning, messaging, and materials adaptation for Japan
• Cross-border stakeholder coordination and local partner liaison
• Vendor coordination and launch execution support
• Partner-facing communication and negotiation
• EN/JP executive communication support
• Franchise, multi-site, and retail expansion strategy
SOFT SKILLS ASSESSMENT & EVALUATION
Objective, third-party soft-skills evaluation for overseas HQs hiring Japan-based staff or managing local teams. I provide structured assessments and English-language reports to support informed decision-making:
• Pre-hire soft-skills and team-compatibility evaluation (EN/JP online)
• 20-skill role-specific competency analysis (EN online / JP Excel)
• Team performance and alignment diagnostics for existing employees
• Sales style and engagement diagnostics
My evaluations help global leadership reduce hiring risk, prevent misalignment, and better understand how Japanese staff may communicate, work, and collaborate in practice.
BACKGROUND
I bring 25+ years of experience leading operations, brand launches, marketing, PR, and franchise expansion in Japan. I have worked across international brands, franchise operations, consumer businesses, and SMEs.
Having travelled to 57 cities across 27 countries, I understand how global teams operate—and where communication, cultural expectations, and execution can break down in Japan.
I handle sensitive information with professional discretion and work comfortably under NDA.
Business Consulting
Localization
Translation
Product Development
Business Development
Brand Management
Public Relations
Local Operations
Market Research
Female Voice
Business Strategy
Cultural Adaptation
Japanese
English to Japanese Translation
Mark K.
Chiba, Japan
$30/hr
4.9
15 jobs
JAPANASSIST.JP
Japan Business Operations, Market Entry & Company Setup Consultant
I am a Japan-based business consultant and operator helping international founders, overseas companies, investors, and growing teams establish, manage, and expand their businesses in Japan.
Through JAPAN ASSIST, I provide practical, end-to-end support across company formation, market entry, business operations, recruitment, HR, compliance coordination, financial administration, and growth strategy. Unlike traditional consultants who deliver a report and step away, I work alongside clients to turn plans into clear systems, practical processes, and reliable execution.
My Services
✅ GK and KK company setup coordination
✅ Registration and administrative preparation
✅ Market, customer, and competitor research
✅ Go-to-market and localization strategy
✅ Workflow, documentation, and process development
✅ Vendor and stakeholder coordination
✅ Recruitment, screening, interviews, and onboarding
✅ Bookkeeping, payment, expense, and accountant coordination
✅ Compliance tracking and reporting preparation
✅ KPI development, marketing, SEO, and growth planning
My approach begins with understanding your business model, objectives, resources, and current challenges. I then identify regulatory, financial, operational, and cultural risks, create a practical roadmap, and support implementation where required.
I also bridge communication between international leadership, Japanese professionals, government-related organizations, banks, vendors, employees, and other local stakeholders.
Our primary working languages are English and Japanese. For clients using other languages, JAPAN ASSIST can coordinate professional translation, multilingual documentation, and communication with local specialists.
Clients choose me for my founder’s mindset, more than 10 years of Japan-based experience, clear communication, direct accountability, and discreet handling of confidential information.
Whether you are establishing a company, entering the Japanese market, building a local team, or improving existing operations, I provide the structure and Japan-side support needed to move forward confidently.
When doing business in Japan, you need the right partner.
简体中文
日本企业运营、市场进入与公司设立顾问。JAPAN ASSIST协助海外企业和创业者在日本设立、运营及发展业务,提供公司注册、市场调研、招聘、人力资源、合规、财务协调及本地化支持。
繁體中文
日本企業營運、市場進入與公司設立顧問。JAPAN ASSIST協助海外企業與創業者在日本設立、營運及發展業務,提供公司註冊、市場研究、招募、人力資源、合規、財務協調及在地化支援。
한국어
일본 비즈니스 운영, 시장 진출 및 법인 설립 컨설턴트입니다. JAPAN ASSIST는 해외 기업과 창업가의 일본 진출을 지원하며, 법인 설립, 시장 조사, 채용, 인사, 컴플라이언스, 재무 및 현지 운영을 돕습니다.
Deutsch
Beratung für Unternehmensgründung, Markteintritt und Geschäftsbetrieb in Japan. JAPAN ASSIST unterstützt internationale Gründer und Unternehmen bei Firmengründung, Marktanalyse, Recruiting, HR, Compliance, Finanzen und lokalen Abläufen.
Français
Consultant en création d’entreprise, implantation et opérations au Japon. JAPAN ASSIST accompagne les entreprises et entrepreneurs internationaux en matière d’étude de marché, recrutement, RH, conformité, finances et coordination locale.
Español
Consultor de constitución de empresas, entrada al mercado y operaciones en Japón. JAPAN ASSIST ayuda a empresas y emprendedores internacionales con registro, investigación de mercado, contratación, RR. HH., cumplimiento, finanzas y coordinación local.
Português
Consultor de abertura de empresas, entrada no mercado e operações no Japão. A JAPAN ASSIST apoia empresas e fundadores internacionais com registro, pesquisa de mercado, recrutamento, RH, conformidade, finanças e coordenação local.
Virtual Assistance
SEO-Based Website
Biology Consultation
Trademark
Marketing
Trademark Consulting
B2C Marketing
Startup Company
I N.
Ikoma, Japan
$20/hr
5.0
1 jobs
I can provide you with new views.
I'm currently working as an engineer at a leading manufacturing company in Japan, while also studying towards an MBA in the United States. My interest in business grew alongside my passion for technology, as I believe that combining technical expertise with a solid understanding of business can lead to meaningful innovation.
Moreover, I'm learning python to develop something in the future, it will be done by the end of this year. And I'm learning Accounting, Finance, Marketing Data analysis and so on through the MBA course.
Expanding my areas of expertise!
I'm in the stage of gaining experiencie, so I'm working at a lower rate for now - but it won't stay that way for long ;)
Mechanical Engineering
Brand Development
Branding & Marketing
Photography
Presentation Design
Construction Document Preparation
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