ABOUT KYO
KYO Consultants is a business development consulting company based in Japan. Utilizing previous corporate experience at Hakuhodo, Cartier, Tiffany&Co to name a few, we assist creative luxury brands looking at entering or relaunching their activities in Japan.
Our name reflects our business philosophy:
KYO means "Today"
and today, Japan is a market which cannot be ignored.
To be relevant in Asia, a presence in Japan is essential. Japan is not just a key luxury market with more than 10% of worldwide sales of international luxury brands; it also sets the benchmark for luxury experiences across Asia, attracting close to 40 millions inbound tourists, most especially from China, Hong Kong and Korea. For brands aiming to expand their influence and credibility in the region, Japan offers a unique combination of prestige, profitability, and cultural influence.
KYO means "Pleasure" and "Curiosity"
In today’s Japan, success comes from creating emotions.
The Japanese market is no longer driven solely by product excellence; it’s about delivering experiences, stories, and meaningful connections.
Brands that resonate emotionally with consumers—those with a soul, authentic narratives, and genuine values—are the ones making a lasting impact.
KYO means 'Kyoto': the imperial city inspires and guides us.
Our main office is in Kyoto, centrally located in Japan and at immediate proximity of lively Osaka. With partnered office in Tokyo, we can easily cover all Japan.
Birthplace of Japanese aesthetics, yet open to the world, Kyoto is remarkable by its creative energy.
Understanding Kyoto is understanding the complexity of Japan: a fusion of modernity and tradition.