Shiko Leung
Free Lesson

How Japanese Companies Actually Decide Who to Work With

60 min
Aug 21, 2026 1:00 AM

What you'll learn

See the real filter

Understand why good work alone may not lead to a Japanese partnership.

Know what partners screen for

Learn the trust, delivery, fit, and risk signals behind a yes.

Make your work easier to SAY YES to

Present your portfolio with clearer relevance, proof, and next steps.

Why this topic matters

Many international creatives assume that good work, enthusiasm, and a portfolio link are enough to start a conversation. In practice, Japanese companies often need more context before recommending an unfamiliar partner internally. This free lesson explains the trust, delivery, fit, and risk signals they look for—and how to present your work so collaboration feels easier to consider.

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Shiko Leung

Shiko Leung

Founder, Aurora Studio. Shipped Project Numazu — worked with Numazu City, 4Gamer

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