Discover the Hidden Challenges of Cross-Border E-Commerce at the Upcoming Seminar

Join the Seminar on Cross-Border E-Commerce Challenges

Opti Co., Ltd. is pleased to announce a collaborative seminar with Stripe Japan titled "The Pitfalls of Cross-Border E-Commerce: When Tax Compliance Shakes Companies as Overseas Sales Suddenly Stop". Scheduled for November 27, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM, this event includes lunch.

What is Stripe?

Stripe is a company dedicated to building economic infrastructure for businesses. Millions of companies, ranging from startups to major global corporations, use Stripe to facilitate their payment processes, boost revenue, and launch new ventures. Headquartered in San Francisco and Dublin, Stripe aims to expand the GDP of the internet.

What is Opti?

Opti is a member firm of the Andersen Global network, boasting presence in 450 locations across 170 countries. The company specializes in international indirect taxation, providing support for Japanese companies venturing into overseas markets. Since its establishment in 2010, Opti has provided tax advice and compliance services to over 3,000 clients, particularly in the realm of global e-commerce. Opti has also appeared on the program PIVOT, discussing the utilization of tax technology in cross-border e-commerce.

Collaborative Efforts between Opti and Stripe

Opti supports tax compliance for companies using Stripe, ensuring a seamless experience when tackling international sales tax obligations. For more detailed information, feel free to visit our website. We also participated in the Stripe Tour Tokyo 2025.

The Expanding World of Cross-Border E-Commerce

The cross-border e-commerce market is growing rapidly; however, underlying challenges are increasingly complex. This seminar will shed light on pressing topics that businesses aiming to succeed in the global market must understand. From practical measures addressing consumer protection, Amazon’s green label, and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) compliance, to the latest payment trends and strategic approaches for business expansion, we have prepared a wealth of information beneficial for business owners, planners, overseas business representatives, and IT developers.

In the latter part of the seminar, we will host a networking session during lunch, allowing participants to directly engage with experts from Opti and Stripe. This relaxed atmosphere will provide a perfect opportunity for sharing case studies and insights into successful practices, helping you glean useful hints for your business.

Event Details

- Date: November 27, 2025
- Time: 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
- Venue: Trust City Conference Kioicho, Courtyard by Marriott Tokyo Station, 4th Floor, 2-1-3 Kioicho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
- Content: Sessions on the latest trends in the cross-border e-commerce market, compliance measures, payment infrastructure, practical steps, and lunch networking with experts
- Target Audience: Businesses engaged in overseas sales through cross-border e-commerce, with sales exceeding 100 million yen or expected to exceed that amount this fiscal year
- Capacity: 10 participants (first-come-first-served basis)
- Fee: Free

Agenda (Tentative)

- Opening Remarks
- "Latest Trends in Cross-Border E-Commerce" by Stripe Japan
- "Overseas Tax and Legal Compliance in Cross-Border E-Commerce" by Opti
- Lunch & Networking with participants and experts

Who Should Attend?

This seminar is designed for business representatives aiming to expand their product sales internationally through cross-border e-commerce, as well as planning and international business staff from B2B companies engaged in exporting goods. It will also be beneficial for companies experiencing challenges in growing their e-commerce and manufacturing businesses in foreign markets. Moreover, it targets executives and heads of overseas operations in companies engaged in global product sales.

Participate in an informal environment where you can share real-world examples with other companies and gain hints that lead to actionable steps for the future. This seminar is ideal for companies that have achieved or aim for over 100 million yen in annual cross-border e-commerce sales. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to connect with like-minded businesses facing similar challenges and aspirations!