For startups*
Enter Japan Confidently With Us.
Our human-centric Accelerator helps you validate and scale in Japan – the world’s most aged market.
*Ideal Applicants are AgeTech SMEs preferably Series A+ or equivalent.
The Living Best Japan Market Entry Accelerator is a unique 3-month, online program designed to facilitate end-to-end entry into the Japanese market for international companies, putting human-centered design & user research at its core.
As the world’s fourth-largest economy, Japan presents a significant opportunity for growth and expansion. However, its unique business culture, regulatory environment, and consumer preferences can pose challenges for foreign businesses.
Our accelerator program aims to bridge these gaps, providing the tools, knowledge, and networks necessary to help define participating companies’ product-market fit and go-to-market strategy, enabling a successful market entry.
The top-performing company through the program will receive an offer of ongoing support (either consideration for investment, or a distribution agreement).
What We Offer
Comprehensive support to help you succeed in Japan’s unique market
1. In-depth Research
Define your optimal GTM strategy via our market research, & test your PMF in Japan with select members of our 1500+ consumer Users, and 300+ Professional industry stakeholders.
2. Localization & Cultural Adaptation
Tailor your product for Japan’s unique cultural and consumer preferences.
Sales & Distribution
3. Business Development
Be introduced to investors, corporations, distributors, and care facilities to secure partnerships & investment, to derisk and fund your market entry.
4. Master Distribution
Leverage our market expertise & distribution partner channels to reach your customers efficiently.
Unlock the Living Best Advantage
We provide one-of-a-kind startup support across the board, ensuring a smooth and confident launch in one of the toughest markets in the world.
Accelerated Market Entry
Save time and resources by rapidly validating product-market fit.
Exclusive Local Expertise
Gain deep insights from our 20+ years of researching Japan’s market dynamics.
Real-World Product Testing
Gain direct feedback & real-world product validation from users and local industry professionals.
Strong Community Networks
Get direct feedback from Japanese users and industry experts.
Access to Top
Investors
Leverage our relationships with top investors in the AgeTech space.
Comprehensive Business Support
Receive full support from validation, to adaptation, regulatory support*, investment facilitation, and distribution.
*No Equity or Program Fees: However, third-party costs such as regulatory filings & localization must be borne by the Participant.
3-Month Process to Market
Set Objectives and Conduct Market Research
Begin research to confirm your product market fit & define your optimal go-to-market strategy.
Adapt Your Product and Navigate Regulations
Adapt your product for the Japanese market and ensure regulatory compliance.
Secure Partnerships & Investment
Leverage our industry networks to secure key partnerships for distribution, & investment to fund your market entry.
Startups Thriving with Living Best
Steadiwear
Living Best are an awesome partner in the Agetech ecosystem to work with. They are well-versed in the Japanese market and plugged in with the right contacts. We are only at the beginning of our relationship with them, but they are very quick to respond and help us analyze the problems to launch a medical device in Japan. We strongly recommend working with them on market & clinical research for new products. Their contacts in market entry & distribution are invaluable. We look forward to working with them as our relationship matures in the Japanese & Asian markets.
Emile Maamary
Co-founder, Steadiwear
Funded to expand in Japan
Projected SOM in Japan
Obie
Working with the Living Best team has been a highly positive experience. Their support has been consistent, responsive, and super professional, making the collaboration smooth and effective. We are optimistic about the potential of our products in Japan and look forward to achieving great things together in the coming years
Ariel Almos
Founder & CEO, Obie
Meetings with potential partners & distributors booked
Projected SOM in Japan
Comfort Linen
CarterJMRN has been instrumental in Comfort Linen’s successful entry into the Japanese market. Their deep market insights and unwavering support helped us refine our strategy, leading to our first distribution agreement. The team’s professionalism, responsiveness, and expertise made the process smooth and informed. We highly recommend CarterJMRN for their exceptional market research and marketing support in Japan.
Nancy McGovern
Founder & CEO, Comfort Linen
Funded to expand in Japan
Projected SOM in Japan
Why Japan is the Ultimate Launchpad for AgeTech Innovation
Japan’s aging population and government support make it the ideal place for AgeTech startups.
$954 Billion Market Opportunity
Unparalleled Market Readiness
One-Of-A-Kind Support System
Ready to Scale Your Venture with Living Best?
Let’s work together to shape the future of aging.