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Japan Market Entry for Life Science Tech, MedTech & Diagnostics.

We provide a strategic blueprint for innovators in Life Science Tech (AI Platforms, SaaS), MedTech(Medical Devices, SaMD), and Diagnostics (IVD, Reagents) seeking to navigate Japan's complex regulatory and market landscape.

Entering Japan: A huge opportunity, a unique set of challenges

For innovators in Life Science Tech, MedTech, and Diagnostics, Japan is a critical market. But the path to success is unclear.

• Are you facing Japan's unique PMDA / MHLW regulatory hurdles for your medical device, SaMD, or diagnostic product (IVD)?
• Are you struggling to find the right distribution partners or enterprise clients for your specialized technology?
• Do you need to validate if Japanese pharma and academia will adopt your AI platform or SaaS product?
• You need a partner who understands your specific vertical and the local Japanese ecosystem.

Specialized Expertise. Proven Results.

• Our Expertise Covers:
  • Life Science Tech (AI Drug Discovery, Bioinformatics SaaS, R&D Platforms)
  • MedTech (Medical Devices, Software as a Medical Device - SaMD)
  • Diagnostics (In-Vitro Diagnostics - IVD, Reagents)

Your Blueprint for a Successful Japan Market Entry.

Our Japan Market Entry Assessment is your essential first step. It is a productized consulting service designed to give you maximum strategic value for a fixed price.

Feature	Basic Assessment	Full Assessment
Scope	Market & Go-to-Market Strategy	Market Strategy + Applicable Regulations Research*
Price	$3,000 USD	$7,000 USD
Delivery	Approx. 4 Weeks	Approx. 6-8 Weeks
Payment Terms	100% Upfront	50% Upfront / 50% on Completion
Best for	Clients in early stages, focused on market viability and strategic direction.	Clients who need a strategic market plan, supported by a foundational list of relevant regulatory documents.
Regulatory Checkpoints	Out of Scope	✔ (Key Component)
Deliverable Sample	Download Basic Sample (PDF)	Download Full Sample (PDF)

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*Disclaimer: The Applicable Regulations Research provides a list of publicly available information for reference and does not constitute legal or regulatory advice. The interpretation and completeness of this information should be verified with a qualified professional.

From Blueprint to Market Success: Your Full-Service Partner.

The "Japan Market Entry Assessment" is your essential first step. Once your strategic blueprint is complete, we provide hands-on, long-term support to turn your plan into reality. Our ongoing partnership services include:

• Partner Identification & Alliance Building
• Business Development & Market Penetration
• Business Model & Pricing Strategy
• Localization & Market Readiness

These ongoing support services are tailored to your specific needs and are structured as a monthly retainer or project-based fee, discussed after the completion of your initial Assessment.

A Proven Process for Clarity and Confidence.

1. Discovery & Kickoff: We start with our questionnaire, followed by a kickoff meeting to align on the "definition of success."

Go to Questionnaire:

2. Analysis & Mid-point Check-in: We conduct our deep-dive analysis and hold a check-in meeting to share early findings and confirm our direction.

3. Delivery & Strategy Session: We deliver the final report and schedule a presentation to walk you through the key findings and answer all your questions.

More Than a Consultant. Your Partner in Japan.

Probio is not a large, faceless consulting firm. We are your personal bridge to Japan.

Ready to build your bridge to the Japanese market?

Schedule a complimentary 30-minute call to discuss your goals and see if our service is the right fit for you.

Please note: To ensure the highest quality of service, we accept a limited number of new Assessment projects per quarter.

Have more questions? Read our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).

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