JP / EN

Global ExpansionGlobal Expansion

For Japanese companies looking to expand overseas, we provide end-to-end support, from market research and expansion strategy to local branding, websites, advertising, and sales execution. Our English-speaking team works alongside you, including all communication with local partners.

We support a wide range of companies, from major enterprises to startups.

Field Management Strategy
GRATiAE
Elancer Japan
BRIEFING
Ishii Foods
ISSUES
  • Not sure which country or region to enter first
  • Unfamiliar with local consumers and business practices
  • No website or sales materials for overseas markets
  • No team to run sales and marketing on the ground

GRIP solves these challenges with you, from overseas market strategy to on-the-ground execution.

OUR STRENGTHS

GRIP's strengths come down to four things: speed, a management perspective, global reach, and cost optimization.
We bridge leadership and the front line, delivering results overseas with fast execution and transparent pricing.

  1. 01Speed

    Meet as soon as the day after you contact us, receive a proposal as soon as 3 days after our first meeting, and see work begin as soon as the day after you sign.

    Client benefitFast decisions and execution let you seize opportunities like product launches and seasonal demand and turn them into revenue
    LEAD TIME
    1. InquiryDay 0
    2. MeetingAs soon as next day
    3. ProposalAs soon as 3 days
    4. ExecutionAs soon as next day
  2. 02Management Perspective

    Team members who have led a wide range of business areas at operating companies set priorities from a management perspective and execute with a close understanding of on-the-ground challenges.

    Client benefitBusiness goals connect with frontline action, so even a lean team can start with the initiatives that deliver results
    ManagementBusiness goalsKPI designPriorities
    Goals into actionGRIPField insights to leadership
    Front lineExecutionCoordinationOperation & optimization
  3. 03Global

    Most of our team works in English, supporting global companies entering Japan and Japanese companies expanding overseas.

    Client benefitOvercome language and business-culture barriers and lead negotiations with local companies yourself
    JapanEurope & Middle EastNorth AmericaSoutheast Asia
  4. 04Cost Optimization

    Media costs are passed through at actual cost with no added margin. Our value-based fees maximize your return on investment.

    Client benefitFees don't balloon as ad spend grows, so you can invest in initiatives that drive revenue
    COST STRUCTUREMaximized ROI
    Typical pricing
    Media costsMarginTied to ad spend
    GRIP
    Media costs (actual)FeeTransparent pricing
PROCESS
  1. DAY 001Contact

    Send us your challenges or requests through the form.

  2. As soon as next day02Meeting

    We take a detailed look at your current challenges, goals, and requirements.

  3. As soon as 3 days after the first meeting03Proposal

    We propose a strategy and action plan, along with an approach and quote.

  4. As soon as the day after you sign04Execution

    A dedicated team launches the initiatives and keeps optimizing based on data.

FAQ
QWhich countries and regions do you support?
A

We primarily support countries and regions where business can be conducted in English. We'll propose target markets and an approach after discussing your needs.

QHow much does it cost?
A

Support fees are quoted individually based on scope, duration, and team structure. When we run ads, media costs and support fees are presented separately, and we never charge a margin tied to ad spend.

QCan I request only specific services?
A

Yes. We can handle just strategy development, or just the execution of specific initiatives.

QHow long does an engagement last?
A

From one-off projects to ongoing monthly support, we'll propose a plan that fits your goals.

QCan you work with our in-house team?
A

Yes. We divide roles with your in-house team and share know-how as we go.

QCan meetings be held online?
A

Yes. We offer online meetings, so you can consult with us wherever you are.