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THE 3 OPERATIONAL RISKS


Products blocked at customs

Incorrect HS codes, missing documentation, or Japan-specific regulations stop your goods before they even enter the market.
Delays, unexpected costs, and loss of credibility with partners.
We validate compliance upfront, before anything ships.



Real costs discovered too late


Import duties, storage, labeling, and local logistics are often underestimated.
Margins disappear or negotiations collapse.
We build a clear landed cost structure before you commit.


 


No operational structure after entry


Products arrive, but there is no local system to store, handle, or deliver.
Opportunities are lost and execution breaks down.
We set up the operational backbone from day one.



 

WHAT WE DO
We handle the operational reality of entering Japan.

Import & compliance


•    HS code validation
•    Customs clearance coordination
•    Regulatory alignment (food, cosmetics, industrial goods)
 

 


Logistics & storage


•    Warehousing in Japan
•    Bonded and cold chain solutions
•    Inventory management
 
Local execution


•    Delivery to partners and distributors
•    Coordination with local stakeholders
•    Ongoing operational support

ENTERING JAPAN FOR AN EXHIBITION

Exhibitions are often the first real test of your operations in Japan.
Whether you are attending Foodex, Beauty World, or any industry event:
•    Your products must arrive on time
•    Your booth must be operational from day one
•    Your logistics must not fail in front of clients
We ensure everything works behind the scenes.
Let’s meet during your next exhibition and discuss your project.

WHY NOT A TRADITIONAL LOGISTICS PROVIDER

Traditional providers

* Global, standardized approach
* Transactional logistics
* Limited understanding of local constraints
* No involvement after delivery

theWarehouse

* Japan-focused execution
* Operational support
* Deep on-the-ground experience
* Ongoing operational continuity

PROOF

•    20+ years operating with partners and in Japan
•    End-to-end experience across import, logistics, and supply chain
•    Clients across food, industrial, and consumer goods sectors
•    Hands-on experience in complex operational environments, supporting both FMCG leaders and small to mid-sized businesses (alcohol, hospitality, events)

Samuel Corre
Founder, theWarehouse
Tokyo-based
French / English / Japanese

HOW IT WORKS

1. Initial discussion
We understand your product, timeline, and constraints


2. Operational assessment
We identify risks and key requirements


3. Setup
We structure import, storage, and logistics


4. Execution
We manage operations on the ground

Additional resource

If you prefer to explore independently first, you may download the following guide:

Japan Market Entry Logistics Diagnostic – Free Guide (PDF)

This document outlines key readiness dimensions commonly reviewed when preparing operational entry

into Japan.

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