
Service 01
Japan Market Entry & Exclusive Distribution
We help overseas brands enter Japan with a partner that can negotiate, localize, sell, and operate. Eifer handles direct discussions with brand owners, exclusive distribution structures, Japan-ready product and copy localization, EC and retail channel setup, and launch marketing. After launch, we continue supporting expansion, additional SKUs, channel growth, in-house transition, and brand M&A opportunities.
We also support exclusive distribution negotiations for major overseas brands, including high-profile D2C brands with global recognition.
How we work
- 01
Japan fit assessment
Assess product-market fit, pricing, channels, and launch risks for Japan
- 02
Rights and partner structure
Negotiate distribution terms, exclusivity, roles, and launch responsibilities
- 03
Contract and launch planning
Finalize rights scope, commercial terms, launch schedule, and channel priorities
- 04
Localization
Adapt product pages, messaging, packaging, and customer support for Japanese buyers
- 05
Sales launch
Set up EC, retail, crowdfunding, advertising, and day-to-day operations
Why overseas brands choose Eifer
- Japan operators with hands-on EC sales experience and ¥20M+ monthly sales know-how
- Dedicated negotiation team with native Chinese and English capability
- One partner for negotiation, localization, channel setup, marketing, and operations
- Post-launch support for SKU expansion, channel growth, in-house transition, and brand M&A
- Experience with overseas enterprises, IPO companies, NASDAQ-listed companies, and major D2C brands
Track record
- 58+ overseas brands brought into Japan with secured distribution licenses
- ¥1.3B+ in cumulative GMV
- Deals with overseas enterprises at the ¥100B scale, IPO companies, and NASDAQ-listed firms




