New Partnership to Support Foreign Startups Entering Japan Market

New Partnership to Assist Foreign Startups in Japan

Human Global Talent Co., Ltd., based in Shinjuku, Tokyo, has announced a partnership with Kiraboshi Consulting, headquartered in Minato, Tokyo. This collaboration is aimed at supporting foreign startup companies, particularly those from the Asian region, in successfully entering the Japanese market. With increasing interest from overseas startups to tap into Japan's lucrative market, challenges such as language barriers and securing the right talent have emerged as significant hurdles. To address these challenges, this partnership combines Kiraboshi Consulting's extensive knowledge in market entry guidance with Human Global Talent's expertise in multilingual recruitment support through their platform, Daijob.com.

Key Highlights of the Partnership

- Strengthened Collaboration: The agreement between Human Global Talent and Kiraboshi Consulting enhances the support offered to foreign startups looking to penetrate the Japanese market.
- Reduced Barriers to Entry: By integrating market entry support from Kiraboshi Consulting with Human Global Talent's recruitment services, the organizations aim to significantly lower the hurdles that foreign companies face in Japan.
- Multilingual Recruitment Support: Human Global Talent will utilize its platform, Daijob.com, to offer recruitment services in multiple languages including English, Korean, and Chinese, facilitating a smoother entry process into Japan.

Overview of the Initiatives

In recent years, there has been a notable acceleration in the number of foreign startups attempting to enter the Japanese market. However, these companies often struggle with language issues and finding qualified personnel. Human Global Talent has long recognized these challenges and has developed the bilingual job placement platform, Daijob.com, which specializes in connecting global talent with businesses looking for bilingual professionals. Meanwhile, Kiraboshi Consulting has bolstered its efforts to support startups and venture businesses by enhancing its relationships with venture capital teams, various alliance partners, and initiatives backed by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, all designed to assist foreign firms in navigating Japan’s regulatory and business landscape.

Through this partnership, both companies aim to lower the barriers for foreign enterprises seeking to establish operations in Japan. By providing both market entry guidance from Kiraboshi Consulting and talent acquisition strategies from Human Global Talent, they are confident in creating a more conducive environment for international startups.

Expected Outcomes

1. Lowered Barriers for Market Entry: The provision of multilingual recruitment services will help eliminate language barriers and support the smooth establishment of foreign startups within Japan.
2. One-Stop Service Offering: By integrating Kiraboshi Consulting's market entry support with Human Global Talent's international recruitment services, they aim to expedite business growth for startups in the Japanese market.

Future Aspirations

Both Human Global Talent and Kiraboshi Consulting are committed to further expanding their partnership to assist an increasing number of foreign startup companies in succeeding in the Japanese market. This collaboration aims to create a thriving ecosystem for startups, enhancing Japan’s appeal as a destination for international business.

About Kiraboshi Consulting

- Mission: “New Strengths for Corporate Management”
- Company Profile: Kiraboshi Consulting specializes in consulting services, membership services, and human resources. Founded in July 1984, it has established a reputation for assisting startups and ventures in navigating the Japanese business environment.
- Website: Kiraboshi Consulting

About Human Global Talent

Human Global Talent operates Daijob.com, a job portal for bilingual professionals that has earned recognition since its launch in 1998, boasting over 810,000 registered users and consistently listing over 11,000 job vacancies at any given time. The platform serves as a critical resource for both foreign and Japanese companies seeking qualified bilingual talent across various sectors.

- Website: Daijob.com

About the Human Group

The Human Group, with its core in educational services, encompasses a diverse range of businesses including human resources, caregiving, childcare, IT, beauty, and sports, and celebrates its 40th anniversary in April 2025. Upholding the philosophy of “Serving for Others,” it leverages its strengths across various sectors to provide high-quality services both domestically and internationally.