Japan Retail Consulting

YCP provides expert consulting services for the retail industry in Japan, leveraging global insights to drive growth.

YCP Solidiance Retail Experts in Japan

In Japan, the retail industry is facing significant shifts, driven by technology and changing consumer behaviors.

YCP leverages its global expertise and local insight to navigate Japan's retail challenges, offering strategies that ensure sustainable growth.

As a trusted consulting firm, YCP is your partner in unlocking the full potential of the retail sector in Japan.

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Unlocking Potential: Your Path to Excellence with Japan's Retail Professionals

The retail landscape in Japan offers unique challenges and opportunities. YCP specializes in navigating this market effectively.

Our local expertise and global insights ensure our clients succeed in Japan's competitive retail environment.

With YCP, businesses can leverage tailored strategies to thrive in the Japanese retail industry, capitalizing on emerging trends.

Our Services

Marketing & Sales

Expertise in boosting Japan's retail growth through innovative marketing & sales strategies.

Branding & Brand Management
Product & Portfolio Management
Pricing
Digital Marketing
E-commerce
Customer Experience
Sales Channel Strategy
Digital Sales

Operations

Elevate your operations in Japan's retail sector with expert YCP guidance.

Project Management Office (PMO)
Growth Strategy Implementation
Operation Transformation
Manufacturing
Organization Design

Supply Chain Management

Optimize your supply chain in Japan with YCP's expert retail consulting services.

Supply Chain
Digital Supply Chain
Procurement
Logistics

M&A, Transactions, and PMI

Navigating M&A in Japan's retail sector with unmatched local insight and strategic expertise.

M&A Strategy
Divesstiture/Curb-out Strategy
M&A Target Scouting
Buyer/Investor Search
Commercial Due Diligence
M&A Execution (Buy-side & Sell-side Financial Advisory)
Valuation
Post-Merger Integration (PMI)
Value Creation
IPO PMO
Joint Venture
Corporate Venture Capital

Strategy

Leveraging deep market insights to drive retail strategy success in Japan.

Business Strategy
Corporate Finance
Growth Opportunity Identification
New Business Development
Organization Strategy
Enterprise Risk Management
Asset/Project Risk Management
Digital Strategy
Strategic Partnership & Channel Strategy

Digital Transformation

Leading digital transformation in Japan's retail sector with strategic insights and innovation.

DX Vision
Digital Roadmap
CIO/CDO Support
System Architecture Design
DX PMO
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
Big Data Analysis
IT Organization Design & Restructuring
IT Portfolio Management
Off-shore Development Centre Set-up

Public Services

Navigating Japan's retail landscape with bespoke public services strategies.

Economic Development
Public Policy Development
E-Governance

Sustainability

Transform your sustainability efforts in Japan with YCP's expert consulting services.

Sustainability Strategy & Implementation
Double Materiality
Decarbonization & Net-Zero Strategy
Climate Change Risks and Opportunities
Sustainability Due Diligence
Supply Chain Assessment
ESG Reporting
Investor Relations & Fundraising
Organization & Governance Design

Market Research

In-depth market research expertise to navigate Japan's retail landscape effectively.

Market Landscape
Market Size
Industry Structure and Trend
Competitive Benchmark
Business Partner Search & Screening
B2B/B2C Customer Survey
B2B Customer Survey
Consumer Research

Navigating Retail Sector in Japan

Supply Chain Disruptions Impact Sales

60% of Japanese retailers reported consecutive inventory shortage last year due to persistent supply chain disruptions, hitting $2 trillion in sector revenue.
Gateway for partial relief is exploring domestic partnerships, capturing 7.5% growth in local supplier collaboration, japans ushering more responsive supply infrastructures.

Labor Shortages Increase Operating Costs

With a record low unemployment rate of 2.4%, retailers experience increased labor scarcity leading to a 10% rise in operational expenses.
This compels retailers to adopt technological innovations, increasing automation by 5% this quarter formally optimizing routine retail operations.

Emerging E-commerce Growth Potential

E-commerce grasp has widened, accounting for over 10% of retail sales, witnessing a triple-digit growth pace in online shopping practices across Japan.
This expansion aligns with retailer's focus on e-commerce platforms, projected to influence 15% segment sales, constantly innovating market penetration capabilities.

Consumer Preference Shifts Towards Sustainability

Approximately 70% of Japanese consumers demand eco-friendly products, rising predispositions in sustaining the $3.6 billion eco-market revenue.
Driving identification in sustainable merchandise paves retail toward new heights, leveraging consumer intent hungry for greener pastures indeed endorses marked growth.

Our Clients

We have worked with more than 2000 companies throughout various industries.

What Our Clients Say About Us

"During the course of the process, I found YCP Solidiance highly capable to support Toyota to better understand “ASEAN countries”. We usually work with Japanese consulting company and from their report, we can be a “book smart” but can’t have a clear picture of what’s going on in the real market. The project with YCP Solidiance brought us “real market experience”. YCP Solidiance's local consultants got their hands dirty in the marketplace with me. This approach enabled me to understand critical consumer insights behind data. I found it very valuable experience. Thank you very much."

Global Insights Manager

Toyota Motor Corporation

"YCP Solidiance has proven to be a very solid partner. We enjoyed the regular project interactions enabling us to better leverage the market situation. The advisory work done by YCP Solidiance was very useful to set our business direction and marketing investments. We also want to thank the YCP Solidiance team for their professional approach and client management. It was a project worth our time and investment."

Vice President, International Marketing Department

PTT Public Company

Results Through Expertise: Case Studies

Learn how we help clients build and implement strategies
that drive sustainable growth in today’s complex business landscape.

M&A Target Analysis and Engagement Strategy Development in Japan

Client

A global leader in apparel manufacturing based in India

Area

Japan

Expertise Scope

M&A Target Analysis, Communication Planning, Engagement Facilitation

Project Summary

Our team conducted analysis and validation on the M&A target company list specified by the client, wherein we assisted in initiating conversations with up to 10 target companies. Our approach included understanding the client's M&A strategy, developing communication plans for engagement with target companies, performing in-depth analysis and validation of the target list, and approaching these companies using appropriate methods.

Divestiture Advisory and IPO Preparation for Non-Nicotine Vape Brand

Client

A large Japanese non-nicotine vape brand

Area

Japan

Expertise Scope

Divestiture and IPO Advisory, Financial Valuation

Project Summary

We assisted a Japanese non-nicotine vape brand in divesting founder shares to invest in other businesses. Over 10 months, we conducted financial projections, DCF analysis, and IPO advisory. We prepared an information memorandum, performed due diligence, developed market forecasts, and identified potential buyers for trade sale or private placement. Our efforts led to meetings with top industry players, including Big Tobacco, and identified the best exchange for the client’s listing plans.