Helping business owners in Japan scale their businesses from $100,000 annually to $10,000,000 and beyond. Everything you need to know from recruitment, marketin...
Episode 80: Getting a Startup Visa in Japan with Vijayalakshmi Karuppasamy
Welcome to another episode of the Scaling Japan Podcast! In this episode, we’re thrilled to host Vijayalakshmi, a seasoned entrepreneur with over 13 years of experience in entrepreneurship, innovation, and education. Vijayalakshmi is the founder of FOX Academy and ATIK Energy Solutions.
Vijayalakshmi dives deep into the startup visa process, sharing who should consider applying, the limitations involved, and specific insights into Hokkaido’s Startup Visa Program. She covers essential requirements, from eligibility criteria for various types of startups to the critical steps in creating a business plan.
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Timestamps:
02:53 Starting the Journey | How Viji Obtained Her Startup Visa05:46 More About the Startup Visa | Who Should Apply and Limitations07:11 About Hokkaido’s Startup Visa Program11:17 What Hokkaido Looks for in Visa Applicants13:18 Eligibility for Non-Tech Startups15:49 Process for Obtaining the Startup Visa18:47 Essential Business Plan Details | Expected Timeline26:05 Support Available from the Local Government29:08 Business Restrictions During the Startup Visa Period31:12 Costs Associated with the Startup Visa32:16 Tasks Required of Applicants33:33 Tips for Applying for a Startup Visa36:21 Transitioning to the Business Manager Visa40:12 Support Options for the Business Manager Visa44:50 Costs Associated with the Business Manager Visa46:28 Major Advantages of Starting with a Startup Visa48:59 Post-Company Formation Filings51:25 Office Requirements for Startup Visa vs. Business Manager Visa54:59 Post-Incorporation Notifications for Company Setup
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Connect with Vijayalakshmi on LinkedIn
Explore courses at FOX Academy
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Exciting News for Getting More Sales in Japan !!
We are thrilled to launch our live cohort course: "Mastering Sales Decks for the Japanese Market" hosted by Tyson Batino.
This online program is for CEOs and sales professionals eager to enhance their sales pitches and improve their chances of securing meetings with Japanese corporate decision-makers.
https://scalingyourcompany.com/salespamphlet/
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Japan Scalers | Episode 14: Scaling TokyoDev in Japan with Paul McMahon
Welcome to another episode of the Japan Scalers Podcast! This week, we’re thrilled to have Paul McMahon, founder of Tokyo Dev, a leading platform that helps software developers navigate and secure job opportunities in Japan. Tokyo Dev has become an essential resource for those looking to break into Japan’s competitive tech industry.
In this episode, Paul takes us through his entrepreneurial journey, sharing how he built Tokyo Dev from the ground up and leveraged his deep knowledge of both Japanese and international tech ecosystems. Tune in to hear Paul's story and the invaluable insights he's gained along the way in creating Tokyo Dev as the go-to platform for developers aiming to grow their careers in Japan!
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Show Notes:
00:00 Intro
3:17 How did Paul start Tokyo Dev?
6:24 Tokyo Dev's target market
7:30 Paul's Special Advantage
11:00 Tokyo Dev's mission
12:14 How did Paul adapt your personality for stage 1?
17:12 How did the networking community help Tokyo Dev?
20:26 Challenges with pricing
28:16 Stage two transitioning from blog to business
36:26 Tokyo Dev's competitors
40:07 Funding
42:00 Third Stage
50:59 Tips to other people about the transitioning stage
58:00 Tokyo Dev's community
1:01:58 Main challenge for Tokyo Dev
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Links from Guest Appearance :
Paul's LinkedIn | TokyoDev
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The Japan Scalers Podcast is produced by our companies Scaling Your Company & Launch LabScaling Your Company offers several services
Scaling Your Company : 1 on 1 advisory on sales, marketing, management
Scaling Your Sales : Courses to increase your sales in Japan.
Scaling Your Marketing : Creating websites in English or Japanese + SEO + MEO
Launch Lab : Japan Incorporation Services
Discover how Launch Lab can simplify your journey and fuel your growth in Japan : https://launch-lab.jp/
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Japan Scalers | Episode 15: Scaling Cooori in Japan with Dr Arnar Jensson
Welcome to another episode of the Scaling Japan Podcast. In this episode, we welcome Dr. Arnar Jensson, CEO of Cooori, a cutting-edge AI-powered language learning platform. Dr. Arnar brings a wealth of experience in scaling businesses in Japan's unique market. Cooori has made waves with its innovative approach to language learning, combining advanced technology and human-centered design to enhance education.
Join us as Dr. Arnar dives into his journey with Cooori, navigating the B2B market in Japan, uncovering competitive advantages, and sharing insights from his experience in the different stages of business growth. He also offers valuable tips for companies looking to expand into new markets and adapt their strategies for survival and success. This episode is packed with practical advice for scaling your business in Japan and beyond.
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Show Notes :
00:00 Intro
1:48 What is Cooori?
3:30 Dr Arnar & Japan
5:58 B2B market
8:46 Competitive advantage
10:38 Stage 1
24:00 Unique insights in stage 1
26:48 How did you adapt your personality for stage 1?
32:07 Stage 2
42:00 What advantages did you get in stage 2?
47:58 Unique insights
49:08 Current progress
52:45 What are some important factors in your mind when moving to another market?
54:35 Several things that help your company to survive.
1:00:14 Messages for listeners
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Reach out to Dr Arnar Jensson
Learn more about Cooori!
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The Japan Scalers Podcast is produced by our companies Scaling Your Company & Launch LabScaling Your Company offers several services
Scaling Your Company : 1 on 1 advisory on sales, marketing, management
Scaling Your Sales : Courses to increase your sales in Japan.
Scaling Your Marketing : Creating websites in English or Japanese + SEO + MEO
Launch Lab : Japan Incorporation Services
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Episode 79: Branding in Japan with Apolline Daimaru from nowthen
Welcome to another episode of the Scaling Japan Podcast! In this episode, we’re excited to have Apolline Daimaru, a branding expert with a wealth of experience in helping businesses establish their identity in Japan.
Apolline dives deep into the world of branding, sharing her insights on how startups can effectively build a brand, the tools and components involved, and the timeline for creating a lasting impression in the market. She also discusses when startups should start investing in branding, common mistakes made in Japan, and how understanding Japanese culture plays a crucial role.
Tune in as she covers these topics and more, including trends in Japanese branding and a few fascinating rebranding projects.
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00:00 Intro
3:55 What is Branding?
8:28 Branding for startups
11:49 Building a brand & tools and components involved in creating a brand
14:03 How long does the branding process take for startups & small businesses
16:39 When should a startup start to invest in branding?
22:18 Some steps startups could take to create their own brand
26:22 Pros & Cons of in-house branding vs freelance/agency
31:18 What are some common mistakes that startups in Japan make
34:50 How important is understanding Japanese culture for successful branding?
43:22 Branding trends happening among Japanese people
48:45 Example rebranding projects
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Reach out to Apolline on her LinkedIn here
Visit nowthen on their website here
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Exciting News for Getting More Sales in Japan !!
We are thrilled to launch our live cohort course: "Mastering Sales Decks for the Japanese Market" hosted by Tyson Batino.
This online program is for CEOs and sales professionals eager to enhance their sales pitches and improve their chances of securing meetings with Japanese corporate decision-makers.
https://scalingyourcompany.com/salespamphlet/
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Send in a voice message:
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scalingjapanpodcast/message
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Episode 78: Entering the SaaS Market in Japan with Yuga Koda
Welcome to another episode of the Scaling Japan Podcast. Today we are joined by Yuga Koda, the CEO of Nihonium, a company dedicated to helping SaaS companies successfully enter the Japanese market. Nihonium works closely with foreign software companies, guiding them through the complex process of localization and adaptation to Japan's unique business landscape.
Join us in this episode as Yuga shares insights into the software gaps in Japan, how Nihonium supports the growth of foreign software companies, and the crucial role localization plays in building trust with the local market. We’ll also dive into cultural differences between Japan and the West, and Yuga will provide key advice for startups looking to establish themselves in Japan.
Stay tuned for a deep dive into navigating Japan's evolving tech ecosystem.
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00:00 introduction
2:36 How Nihonium is helping SaaS companies enter the Japanese market?
9:05 What area of software are Japanese companies lacking?
11:41 Are domestic startups in Japan filling up the software gap?
12:23 Entry options for foreign software companies.
32:23 Gaining trust out of the local market/ Why is localization so important?
41:46 Cultural differences between Western vs Japan
51:50 Marketing in Japan
1:10:13 Advice for startups entering into Japan
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Reach out to Yuga on his LinkedIn here
Visit Nihonium on their website here
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Exciting News for Getting More Sales in Japan !!
We are thrilled to launch our live cohort course: "Mastering Sales Decks for the Japanese Market" hosted by Tyson Batino.
This online program is for CEOs and sales professionals eager to enhance their sales pitches and improve their chances of securing meetings with Japanese corporate decision-makers.
https://scalingyourcompany.com/salespamphlet/
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Send in a voice message:
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scalingjapanpodcast/message
Helping business owners in Japan scale their businesses from $100,000 annually to $10,000,000 and beyond. Everything you need to know from recruitment, marketing, sales, and operations, we got you covered in taking your business to the next level.
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