Japan Entry Budget Calculator

1. Have you confirmed Japanese competitors or substitutes actually exist for what you sell?

No, I haven't checked yet Yes, I've found at least a few

2. Who's the buyer: large enterprise / government, or SMB / consumer?

Enterprise or government procurement SMB, consumer, or self-serve buyer

3. Could you sell this through Amazon Japan, Rakuten, or a similar cross-border channel with no local entity?

Yes, that's plausible No, it needs a distributor or physical presence

4. Does your product touch a regulated category: food, health/cosmetics, medical, finance, alcohol, or advertising health claims?

Yes No

5. Are you planning to make a local hire in Japan this year, regardless of results?

Yes, that's the plan No, only if the numbers justify it

6. Do you need to present this decision to a board or investor?

Yes No, it's my call