GourmetPro is an exclusive network of top food and beverage freelance consultants in Japan. Match with a GourmetPro expert to grow your business in Japan.
Start NowGourmetPro networks covers all the expertise you need from strategy planning to execution
Analyze market potential
Assess the Product/Market fit
Recommend Market Entry strategy
Prospect and engage import distributors
Coordinate the negotiation
Monitor the product launch
Recommend winning business expansion strategies
Manage your distribution partner
Lead new project development
Act as your local brand manager
Propose winning brand strategies
Manage marketing campaigns
Advice on regulation
Check food labels and claims
Support product development and reformulation
Advice on innovation and market intelligence
Collect analytics, trends, and insights
Monitor business performance
Not sure which consultant will help your business? There is nothing to worry about! Our team will assess your business needs and match you with the right consultant.
Contact usMarc Matsumoto is an F&B consultant and culinary creator based in Tokyo, Japan. Raised in the US, he spent over a decade working as a brand and consumer marketing executive in the technology industry at companies such as Nokia and Netflix. In 2009 Marc decided to trade his office for a kitchen to pursue his passion for food. Driven by a keen interest in Japanese culinary culture, he returned to Japan in 2011.
Keiji is a specialist in food ingredients and flavors who helps foreign clients fill in any gaps in their understanding of Japanese food regulations.
Charles successfully develops creative yet strategic approaches to help foreign businesses bring their products into Japan, smoothly guiding them along after their products have reached store shelves.
Donald is an importer and F&B consultant whose expertise lies in the organic health space.
Hugo has spent the past 10 years in the F&B industry, mainly in the management and development of independent restaurants and coffee-bakery brands over the world.
Takashi is a sales specialist who connects foreign clients with Japanese large trading companies and distributors.
Koichiro is a well-established expert in the wine and spirits industry who serves as a brand ambassador for three different wine brands.
Yuji is a digital marketer who specializes in ad management through social media and search display.
Get the best food and beverage professionals to start selling in Japan with success
We map out the entire project with a comprehensive timeline, scope of work, and anticipated budget.
We rigorously assess and screen our experts, erasing risks and saving time for your business.
Your consultant is supported by a wide range of services and tools provided by GourmetPro to ensure the success of your project.
We leverage digital tools in every aspect of our work—technology will be your friend and your best weapon to ace your export mission.
An expert on our team will work with you to understand your goals, product values, and technical needs.
Within 72 hours, we carefully vet our network and provide you with the best consultant to execute your project.
Start your project right away by receiving a free-of-charge tailored proposal with clear deliverables. In addition, you are in direct contact with your consultant and can reach out anytime.