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forest株式会社

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高橋彬マイケル

CFO / Co-Founder

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Matthieu BOMBAR

D2C e-commerce Manager

投資銀行 → プライベート・エクイティファンド → ベンチャー投資ファンドを経て、forest創業。

What we do

Experts from various fields form teams to drive the growth of acquired brands.

Our team consists of professionals with diverse backgrounds, including those from e-commerce, manufacturing, strategy consulting, and private equity funds. Many student interns are also actively contributing!

Forest Inc. acquires brands through M&A and supports their growth by leveraging e-commerce platforms (like Amazon, Rakuten, Shopify) for marketing and supply chain optimization. We are committed to inheriting Japanese consumer goods and traditional crafts. Over the next few years, we plan to conduct M&A for 50–100 brands. Our goal is to introduce Japanese-born global brands with exceptional quality and functionality that customers can use for years. Our vision and business growth have been highly evaluated by both domestic and international investors. In 2023, we completed Series A funding, reaching a cumulative total of ¥3.8 billion. Looking ahead to the next 2–4 years, we aim for an IPO and plan to accelerate investments for further growth. By 2030, we aspire to become a leading Japanese EC and retail group with sales of hundreds of billions to one trillion yen, revitalizing Japan's manufacturing industry.

Why we do

We operate a business that delivers exceptional Japanese products both domestically and internationally, ranging from everyday goods designed in Japan to traditional crafts for export.

Our founder, Shingo Yuhara, grew up witnessing the challenges his parents faced while running a small manufacturing business. With deep respect for all brand owners and creators, he established Forest Inc., driven by his desire to revitalize Japan’s manuf

"Nurturing Japanese Creations, Enriching the World" Japan has a long history of creating diverse traditional crafts. However, being a talented creator doesn’t necessarily mean one is an equally skilled merchant. With the recent expansion of the e-commerce market, it has become easier for creations by individual artisans to reach audiences worldwide. By standing alongside these exceptional Japanese creations as skilled merchants, we aim to deliver their beauty and quality to people across the globe, enriching lives and making the world a more vibrant place.

How we do

Shibuya Stationery Store

Our team comprises specialists with over 10 years of experience in fields such as retail, e-commerce, and marketing. Beyond the breadth of expertise, we foster synergy within the team to nurture and launch brands effectively. We also work with a diverse range of brands, enabling us to simultaneously engage with various industries and fields. Unlike operations focused on a single brand, our approach offers the opportunity to gain extensive knowledge and experience across businesses, providing an environment for specialists to grow. We primarily drive the following two business areas: 1. Domestic Business We acquire brands through M&A, focusing on those with annual sales ranging from ¥100 million to ¥3 billion. We implement growth strategies across multiple facets, including marketing, supply chain management (SCM), business management infrastructure, and organizational development. Having completed over 10 M&A transactions and brand growth investments, Forest has built unparalleled expertise in e-commerce, cross-border commerce, and retail business management within Japan. 2. International Business We operate a business that globally markets traditional Japanese crafts and everyday goods under the "Made in Japan" label. By visiting local industries committed to quality craftsmanship, we bring Japan's unique products and their stories to the global market. Forest exists to revitalize Japan’s culture of exceptional manufacturing by harnessing the power of business and technology. Future Plans Based on the knowledge gained from these ventures, we plan to introduce services tailored to the e-commerce and retail industries, leveraging data and technology.

As a new team member

The Overseas Business Division, specializing in cross-border e-commerce, introduces unique Japanese products created with exceptional sensibility to both domestic and international audiences. Here are some of the EC sites we operate: 【Our EC Sites (Examples)】 ◆Omakase：Traditional Crafts Cross-Border EC Store https://omakase-forest.com/ ◆Shibuya Stationery Store： Promoting Japanese Stationery Culture https://shibuya-stationery.com/ In this position, you will support the operations manager and handle the following tasks: 【Key Responsibilities】・Managing and operating SNS accounts (mainly Instagram), including content creation and scheduling posts. ・Marketing via EC mall (Amazon)& our own online stores (Shopify) including SEO/advertising/sales campaigns tailored to the target markets. ・Product registration and page creation for EC malls and our own online stores. 【Required Skills】・Understanding of major SNS platforms (especially Instagram), with basic knowledge of trends and engagement improvement. ・Buisiness-level English proficiency. ※Ideal for those are fluent in English, actively use SNS, and are consecencious of trends. 【Preferred Skills, Experience, and Traits】・Creative production skills (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, Canva; video editing skills are a plus). ・Creativity and visual sense. ・Attention to detail and organizational skills. ・Adaptability and eagerness to learn. ・Interest in Japanese culture and stationery. ・Japanese proficiency at N1 level or higher. 【Work Location】 Shibuya Office. A minimum of 3 workdays per week is required (flexibility during exam periods can be discussed). Feel free to reach out! We look forward to connecting with you!

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