Your Product.
125 Million New Customers.
We launch international products in Japan through crowdfunding, then scale into retail and wholesale with major Japanese partners. 60+ brands. ¥300M+ in CF revenue alone. Zero upfront risk.
PROVEN RESULTS
Brands That Trusted Us to Open Japan
Every campaign below is a first-time Japan market entry. Most hit their funding goal within 48 hours — and they're still generating revenue through our retail and wholesale partnerships today.
Makuake
Outlery — Card-size Cutlery Set
LightDisc Solar — Emergency Charger
Lepow DualViews — Portable Dual Monitor
Blast Quick Access Backpack
Spine Gym — Core Trainer
QubeStove — Portable Pizza Oven
MUON — Silent Air Purifier
SharkPeg — Ultra-Thin Forged Peg
EndLaces — Dial Lace Lock
CAMPFIRE
GREEN FUNDING
Plus 50+ additional launches across electronics, outdoor, kitchen, health, and more.
* Due to platform policies limiting simultaneous launches, some campaigns are listed under partner accounts. All projects were fully managed by SD TRADE JAPAN — marketing, advertising, and sales operations.
YOUR LAUNCH ROADMAP
From Zero to Revenue in 90 Days
We handle everything. You approve milestones. No Japanese language skills required.
Discovery & Market Fit
We analyze your product, identify the ideal Japanese customer segment, research competitors, and validate demand — then present a clear recommendation.
Localization & Campaign Build
Professional Japanese copywriting, culturally adapted visuals, landing pages, and platform strategy — everything crafted to convert Japanese consumers.
Crowdfunding Launch
We launch with a proven pre-launch formula via LINE, Meta Ads, YouTube Ads, and PR TIMES press releases. Most campaigns hit their funding goal within 48 hours.
Scale to Retail & Wholesale
We leverage your proven sales data to negotiate directly with major Japanese retailers and wholesale distributors on your behalf.
Ongoing Growth
Continuous marketing optimization, inventory management, customer service, and quarterly business reviews. We become your Japan division.
ABOUT
Message from the CEO
Shun Takayama
CEO, SD TRADE JAPAN Inc.
I started in Japan's e-commerce industry in 2015. Within a few years, I noticed something: brilliant international products kept failing in Japan — not because they weren't good, but because nobody understood the local consumer or distribution landscape.
That's why I built SD TRADE JAPAN. We've since launched 60+ brands and generated over ¥300M in crowdfunding sales alone. But the number I care most about? Most of those brands are still selling in Japan today — through retail and wholesale partnerships we built for them.
When you work with us, you're not handed off to a junior account manager. I personally oversee every new brand partnership. If I'm recommending your product to major Japanese retailers, it's because I already believe in it.
THE SD TRADE DIFFERENCE
Why 60+ Brands Chose Us Over Going It Alone
Japan is the world's
4th largest economy.
Setting up a Japan subsidiary costs $200K+ and takes 6-12 months. Our model lets you test the market through crowdfunding with minimal investment — and start generating revenue from day one. You only scale what's already working.
11 Years of Market Intelligence
Since entering Japan's e-commerce market in 2015, we've been immersed in what Japanese consumers buy and why. 60+ launches later, we know which categories resonate, which price points convert, and which channels deliver the best ROI. You get a decade of insight on Day 1.
End-to-End Execution
From product photography to customs clearance, from campaign copy to retail negotiations — one team handles everything. No coordinating between 5 agencies.
Revenue Beyond the Campaign
Crowdfunding is your launch pad, not your ceiling. We negotiate directly with major Japanese retailers and wholesale partners on your behalf. Most brands we've launched are still selling in Japan today.
We Believe Your Product Can Win in Japan.
Let's Make It Happen.
Here's what happens when you reply:
1. We exchange a few emails to understand your product and goals 2. We schedule a short call with our CEO to discuss your Japan strategy 3. We build a tailored launch plan — and if it makes sense, we partner
No pressure. No obligations. Just a conversation about what's possible.
One email. One conversation. That's all it takes to find out if Japan is your next market.