Japan-Canada Business Collaboration & Advisory
Helping organizations collaborate, communicate, and build lasting Japan-Canada partnerships.
70% of international ventures fail due to cultural differences.
(Sources: Harvard Business Review / KPMG)
With diligent preparation and intentional alignment, Japan-Canada business differences become opportunities for growth.
Preparing for new Japan-Canada partnerships?
Facing Japan-Canada collaboration challenges?
Intentional alignment creates clarity and synergy
The value I bring to organizations:
Expert guidance to navigate Japan-Canada business dynamics and build genuine alignment.
Tailored advisory, workshops, and facilitation to help organizations engaging with Japan or Canada build trust, reduce friction, avoid costly missteps, and strengthen long-term collaboration.
Each engagement follows the same structured approach as the Authentify Alignment Journey, assessing the current state, aligning priorities, and advancing collaboration with a focus on the business practices, expectations, and communication styles that shape Japan-Canada partnerships.
Ready to strengthen your Japan-Canada collaboration ?
Tailored Support for Your Needs
Depending on the stage your business is in, my support can be tailored and focused.
Support may include:
Workshops on Japan-Canada business practices and communication styles
Business readiness and collaboration support
Japan-Canada team alignment or re-alignment facilitation (bilingual if desired)
Connector & liaison support between Japan and Canada for market entry or collaboration
Do you need support?
“Leveraging her bilingual skills and cultural insight, Tomoko quickly aligned TMMC’s local plans with Toyota North America’s strategies. She will bring the same strengths to any organization, whether it is striving for business outcomes or navigating cross-cultural management challenges. Her expertise in the Toyota Management System and TPS principles is evident in every engagement.”
Mark Okuno, Former Executive, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada (TMMC)
Why Work With Me
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25+ years of leadership experience, including 15+ years at Toyota — bringing depth in operational excellence and change management.
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Bilingual (Japanese-English) strategist with deep cultural insights to bridge gaps and create authentic alignment.
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Certified Toyota Hoshin Kanri Master Trainer, PMP, Prosci Change Practioner, and WBE Canada certified business owner.
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The Authentify Alignment Journey™ and Lean Mx3™ — designed to simplify complexity and drive measurable results.