Guides
Practical, no-fluff guides for getting your product made in Japan's craft regions.
How to Contact a Japanese Factory (When You Don't Speak Japanese)
Why English emails to Japanese craft factories go unanswered, and the exact approach that gets replies — including what to write, business etiquette, and how to handle Japanese responses.
2026-07-20
How to Get Your Product Made in Japan: A Practical Guide for Small Brands
Everything overseas founders need to know about small-batch OEM manufacturing in Japan — craft regions, minimum lots, costs, the language barrier, and how to actually reach a factory.
2026-07-20
How to Launch Your Own Towel Brand with Imabari & Senshu Factories
Japanese towels are a world-class product with surprisingly low OEM barriers — semi-orders from around 100 pieces. Here's how overseas founders can work with Imabari and Senshu factories.
2026-07-20