Nagahiro O.
Japan Sourcing Agent | J-Beauty, Defence Tech & Industrial Products
Launch and Scale Your Japan Operations with a 13-Year Trade Expert.🚀 I help global businesses navigate the complexities of the Japanese market through high-precision sourcing and strategic market entry. While I have deep expertise in high-stakes sectors like Defense Tech and J-Beauty, my core strength lies in bridging the gap between international standards and Japanese business practices across any industrial or consumer sector. Why Choose Me? *13+ Years of Experience: From freight forwarding & domestic & international sales (industrial products) to $8M+ revenue management. *Execution-Focused: I don't just provide reports; I secure Low MOQs, negotiate exclusive deals, and set high-value appointments. *Trilingual Advantage: Native Japanese, Fluent English (TOEIC 905), and Business Chinese (HSK 5). Core Services for Any Industry: 📍 Strategic Sourcing: Identifying and auditing elite Japanese suppliers (Industrial, Medical, Beauty, etc.). 📍 Market Entry & Regulation: Navigating export compliance, distribution networks, and local business culture. 📍 End-to-End Logistics: Optimizing 3PL, freight forwarding, and cross-border supply chains. Proven Success Highlights: ✅High-Stakes Outreach: Secured 17 C-level appointments in 3 weeks for complex tech sectors. ✅Cost Optimization: Saved $10,000+ in compliance fees and negotiated Low MOQs (100 units). ✅Revenue Growth: Managed $8M+ annual portfolios and achieved 157% of sales targets. Whether you need a one-time supplier audit or a long-term market entry partner, I am here to ensure your Japanese venture is efficient and profitable. 🤝
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $7.1k
Billed in all: $13,511$14k
$787 in the last 6 months
Across 10 contracts
Across 19 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: Top 8% in International Sales
Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
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