Jstrategia International Consulting Group

Connecting Heritage with Innovation, Driving Worldwide Commerce

Jstrategia International Consulting Group offers strategic market entry solutions, comprehensive risk evaluation, and regulatory compliance advisory for global corporations.

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About Our Organization

JICG is a Tokyo-headquartered professional consultancy focusing on global business advisory and risk mitigation. Based in Jstrategia, Tokyo's historic commercial district representing the connection between heritage and innovation, Japan and global markets, we maintain this foundational principle to deliver holistic consulting solutions to Fortune 500 enterprises and mid-sized multinationals across the globe.

Our Core Mission

By delivering expert consulting services, we assist businesses in recognizing opportunities, minimizing risks, and attaining sustainable development during global expansion. We dedicate ourselves to being a trusted ally in the internationalization journey, offering comprehensive assistance from market evaluation to practical execution.

Our Strategic Vision

To emerge as a premier worldwide business consulting firm that links Eastern and Western commercial cultures and supports enterprises in transcending geographical and cultural divides to accomplish mutually beneficial advancement. We are confident that innovative consulting methodologies and profound industry understanding can generate enduring value for our clients.

Our Distinctive Advantages

With fifteen years of sector expertise and an international network, we deliver localized and highly specialized services. Our team comprises specialists from diverse nations and cultural backgrounds, guaranteeing that our guidance is thorough and applicable.

Our Foundational Values

Honesty, expertise, innovation, and cooperation are the fundamental principles we consistently uphold. We focus on client needs, deliver clear and dependable services, and continually strive for excellence and industry advancement.

Our Client Commitment

We pledge to provide customized solutions for each client, ensuring both high standards and tangible outcomes. We cherish enduring partnerships and support our clients in reaching their long-term strategic objectives through continuous dialogue and assistance.

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Completed Projects Successfully

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Expert Consulting Professionals

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Nations We Have Served

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Years of Industry Expertise

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Professional Consulting Solutions

Strategic Market Entry Planning

We assist organizations in formulating comprehensive strategies for entering new markets, encompassing market evaluation, competitor analysis, and localization approaches.

Comprehensive Risk Evaluation

We deliver thorough risk identification, analysis, and management advisory, addressing political, economic, cultural, and additional critical dimensions.

Regulatory Compliance Advisory

We ensure adherence to international regulations and local legal requirements, offering compliance education and audit facilitation services.

Intercultural Management Solutions

We support companies in developing multicultural teams and provide cultural awareness training and communication framework development.

Digital Business Transformation

We guide enterprises in utilizing digital technologies to enhance operational workflows and boost efficiency and innovation capacity.

Global Supply Chain Enhancement

We examine and improve international supply networks to increase productivity, minimize expenses, and ensure reliability and sustainability.

Global Brand Development

We assist companies in establishing an international brand presence, including brand strategy, promotional activities, and intercultural communication planning.

Merger and Acquisition Advisory

We provide end-to-end M&A consulting services, including target identification, due diligence processes, valuation examinations, and integration strategy development.

Client Achievement Stories

European market expansion success story

European Market Entry Strategy Implementation

Supported an Asian technology corporation in successfully penetrating the European market, achieving twofold revenue growth within a three-year period. We executed comprehensive market analysis, identified strategic opportunities, formulated localized approaches, and facilitated partnership establishment to ensure sustained success across European markets.

Risk management optimization case study

Risk Mitigation Framework Development

Created a comprehensive risk management structure for a global manufacturing corporation, resulting in a 20% reduction in potential operational losses. We identified vulnerabilities within supply chain operations, currency exchange fluctuations, and geopolitical factors, establishing early-alert systems and response protocols to enhance operational consistency and crisis preparedness.

Compliance system development case

Regulatory Compliance Framework Implementation

Assisted a financial services institution in developing a complete regulatory compliance system and securing international certification. We conducted thorough regulatory examinations, designed internal control procedures, and provided employee training, significantly decreasing compliance-related risks while strengthening market reputation and investor trust.

Our Leadership and Expert Team

Kenji Watanabe

Chief Executive Officer

With over two decades of international business leadership, he has held executive roles at multiple global corporations. He holds a Bachelor's in Economics from Keio University and a Master's in International Business from INSEAD. Previously, he served as Head of Asia-Pacific Operations at Mitsubishi Corporation and led strategic initiatives at SoftBank Group, specializing in organizational transformation and global market development.

Sakura Takahashi

Chief Financial Officer

A financial strategy expert with focus on corporate finance and investment management. She earned her MBA from London Business School and previously worked as a Senior Investment Analyst at Goldman Sachs, managing cross-border M&A transactions. Her background includes leading financial restructuring projects for technology companies and developing sustainable financing frameworks for emerging market expansion.

Hiroshi Tanaka

Chief Technology Officer

A digital innovation leader with expertise in enterprise architecture and AI implementation. He holds a Master's in Computer Engineering from Tokyo Institute of Technology and previously served as Technology Director at Rakuten, overseeing platform modernization. His experience includes developing scalable cloud infrastructure solutions and leading digital transformation programs for retail and financial services clients.

Yumi Kobayashi

Chief Strategy Officer

Responsible for corporate development and competitive positioning in global markets. She holds a Bachelor's in International Relations from University of California, Berkeley and previously worked as a Principal Consultant at McKinsey & Company, specializing in growth strategy for industrial and consumer goods sectors. Her expertise includes market entry planning and portfolio optimization for diversified business groups.

Takashi Yamamoto

Head of Risk Advisory

Leads the firm's risk management practice with focus on geopolitical, regulatory, and operational risk assessment. He earned his Juris Doctor from University of Tokyo and previously worked at Deloitte Risk Advisory, managing complex regulatory compliance projects across financial services and energy sectors. His background includes developing enterprise risk frameworks for Japanese conglomerates expanding overseas.

Mika Sato

Director of Intercultural Management

Specializes in intercultural communication and organizational development across borders. She holds a Master's in Cross-Cultural Psychology from University of Oxford and has designed leadership development programs for Fortune 500 companies. Having lived and worked in Japan, Singapore, and Germany, she brings practical experience in managing diverse international teams and facilitating cross-border collaborations.

David Miller

Director of Digital Solutions

Focuses on technology-driven business transformation, data analytics, and process automation. He holds a Bachelor's in Computer Science from University of Washington and previously co-founded a SaaS startup in Silicon Valley before joining Accenture Digital. His experience spans across implementing enterprise resource planning systems and developing digital customer experience platforms for retail and manufacturing clients.

Aiko Suzuki

Head of Sustainability and ESG Strategy

Leads environmental, social, and governance initiatives, advising clients on sustainable investment strategies and corporate responsibility reporting. She holds a Master's in Environmental Management from Yale University and previously worked at the World Bank's Sustainable Development division. Her experience includes developing carbon reduction roadmaps for industrial clients and facilitating ESG certification processes for publicly traded companies.

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Headquarters

Jstrategia Mitsui Building, 15th Floor 1-4-1 Jstrategia, Chuo-ku Tokyo 103-0027 Japan

Branch Offices

  • Kita-ku, Osaka (Kansai Region), Naka-ku, Nagoya (Chubu Region), Singapore (Asia HQ), New York (Americas Office), Shanghai

Contact Information

Email: info@j-strategia.com