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D2C E-Commerce in Japan: The Complete Guide
Japan. The land of precision, convenience store wizardry, and consumer standards that’ll make your Western e-commerce operation feel like...
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Mar 2222 min read


Mastering Brand Experience in Japan: Why ‘Omotenashi’ Customer Service Alone Isn’t Enough Anymore
For years, foreign brands entering Japan have treated omotenashi like a magic password. Whisper it at customs, and suddenly, Japanese...
ulpa
Mar 1513 min read


Why Japanese Consumers Don’t Trust Your Brand (Yet): The Complete Guide to Building Brand Credibility in Japan
Breaking into the Japanese market isn’t just about having a great product; it’s about earning trust in a society where credibility is...
ulpa
Mar 916 min read

Mastering OOH Advertising: Winning Strategies for OOH Advertising in Japan
Out-of-home advertising in Japan isn’t just background noise; it’s woven into the fabric of urban life. In cities where space is scarce...
ulpa
Feb 2213 min read


Mastering Sustainable Marketing: Sustainable Marketing Strategies in Japan
Sustainable marketing isn’t just a trend; it’s the new survival skill for brands, especially in Japan—a country where tradition and...
ulpa
Dec 6, 202410 min read

Mastering Brand Evolution: Rebranding for the Japanese Market
Japan is where branding dreams go to both blossom and crash spectacularly, often simultaneously. Are you ready to win over one of the...
ulpa
Nov 9, 202410 min read


Mastering Brand Consistency: How To Build Brand Consistency in Japan
Stop right there if you're trying to break into Japan and think you can wing it with a patchwork brand. In Japan, brand consistency isn’t...
ulpa
Oct 19, 20249 min read

Mastering Brand Strategy: Crafting a Compelling Brand Story and Identity in Japan
Building a successful brand in Japan requires more than just translating your existing marketing materials. It demands a deep...
ulpa
Oct 4, 20249 min read


Note, the Japanese Blogging Platform: A Complete Guide
Blogging has become a crucial tool for personal expression and corporate communication. Note is a unique platform that stands out among...
ulpa
Aug 10, 202411 min read

Mastering Buyer Moderation: Predicting Consumer Behaviour in Japan
Understanding consumer behaviour is a cornerstone of successful marketing strategies, especially in a market as unique and dynamic as...
ulpa
Jul 6, 20249 min read

Mastering Brand Strategy: Brand Loyalty in Japan, Myth or Reality?
Brand loyalty is a critical component of any successful business strategy. It represents the extent to which consumers are devoted to a...
ulpa
Jun 29, 202412 min read

Mastering Mental Availability: Building Brand Salience in Japan
Mental availability, defined by Byron Sharp in his book How Brands Grow: What Marketers Don't Know, is "the probability that a buyer will...
ulpa
Jun 9, 202413 min read

Influencer Marketing in Japan: A Complete Guide
Influencer marketing has emerged as a powerful tool for brands seeking to connect with their audiences more personally. In Japan, the...
ulpa
May 30, 202411 min read

Mastering Japanese Consumers: Growing a Brand in Japan
Japan’s consumer market is often enigmatic and challenging for foreign businesses. With a blend of traditional values and modern...
ulpa
May 27, 20246 min read

Mastering Go-to-Market Strategy: Demand Generation vs Brand Marketing
Demand Generation vs Brand Marketing There's a prevalent misconception within new companies and those entering new markets like Japan,...
ulpa
May 20, 20247 min read

Mastering Brand Strategy: "We will NEVER do that!" Defining Your Core Identity
"You never go full Bōsōzoku". Table of Contents What is a well-defined strategy ? Defining Your Core Identity: Understanding Who You Are...
ulpa
May 9, 20249 min read

Mastering Performance Marketing: Early-Stage Startups
The Options for Performance Marketing are Limitless. Performance marketing isn't just a strategy—it's a lifeline. It’s the art of...
ulpa
May 1, 20248 min read

Mastering Brand Strategy: Crafting a Killer Value Proposition in Japan
Crafting a Compelling Value Proposition is the Cornerstone of any Successful Business Endeavour. Crafting a compelling value proposition...
ulpa
May 1, 20244 min read

Foreign Brands in Japan: Apple's Strategic Genius
This is the story of Apple in Japan, a story of navigating a market as dynamic and intricate as the streets of Tokyo, where each...
ulpa
Apr 24, 202410 min read

Foreign Brands in Japan: IKEA's Journey from Misstep to Mastery
IKEA's wildly popular Blåhaj toy was brought to life in a TVC in Japan to promote their "Tiny Homes" campaign. IKEA's journey in Japan is...
ulpa
Apr 24, 202412 min read
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