Franchising in Japan – “Scaling Japan” Podcast

Buying a franchise in Japan provides the chance to launch a business with the backing of a well-known brand and a tested business plan. The franchise market in Japan is broad and includes a variety of sectors, from food and beverage to retail and services. 

Ziv Nakajima-Magen, co-founder and partner at Nippon Tradings International and Nippon Bridge, shares his expertise on the ins and outs of purchasing a franchise in Japan and Japanese franchisor networks in an episode of the Scaling Japan Podcast. Ziv is also a podcast host, running the Japan Real Estate podcast that offers helpful insights into the property market of Japan. 

The episode is excellent for people who are interested in learning more about franchising businesses in Japan and people who want to expand their franchising business in Japan. The episode has the following key points:

  • Advantages of doing a franchise
  • People who aren’t suitable for franchises
  • The capital aspect of franchises
  • How much do franchises cost
  • Different types of franchises
  • How is marketing supported
  • Key things to look out for when choosing a franchise
  • What makes Japanese franchises different
  • International franchises in Japan
  • Business visa

You can listen to the full episode here.

https://scalingyourcompany.com/purchase-franchise-with-ziv-nakajima-magen/ 

or find the Scaling Japan Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify. You can also watch it on YouTube.

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