BIJ Membership Program

Exclusive opportunities and benefits through a supportive community focused on professional goals and connections in Japan.

Welcome to the Business In Japan (BIJ) Professional Membership Community.

BIJ Professional membership is designed for individuals seeking to build a strong and diverse network of like-minded professionals in the Japan-related business and professional community. We know your time is valuable, so we’ve created different levels to suit your professional goals and engagement needs related to Japan.

Building a collaborative ecosystem

By joining forces with others interested in a professional life and or Business in or related to Japan, we can uncover synergies and create a powerful network, where everyone benefits.

As a member, you join a network of professionals committed to discovering synergies and opportunities together through open sharing of ideas, relationships and resources. By collaborating with others interested in business and professional life in Japan, we can uncover connections and create a supportive platform where everyone benefits. This means you gain access to a supportive community, exclusive events, experienced guidance in a Q&A forum, and stronger, deeper relationships to help you achieve your goals.

GoodPeople Japan

Our GoodPeople Membership level offers a hands-on session with Jason, working one-on-one with each member to support their unique Japan-related goals through strategic introductions and connections within the wider BIJ and his personal network. Enjoy access to exclusive GoodPeople dinners and “micro-events” for 8-12 curated attendees, designed to facilitate stimulating discussions and enjoyable experiences. These small-group engagements will evolve into Mastermind meetups and calls, where you’ll strengthen relationships through collaboration, accountability, synergy, confidential mentorship, motivation, clarity, and continually expanding your connections within BIJ.

Find mentors, or a mentee, help others and find solutions to your own challenges. Through shared knowledge and problem-solving, membership unlocks exciting opportunities for success. Gain access to a supportive community, experts, long-termers and ‘old hands’, and the potential to advance your career or business in Japan through this engaged network.

Join us to tap into synergies and uncover opportunities through our shared dedication to professional growth in, with or related to Japan.

¥10,000 / Year

Exclusive opportunities to actively engage and connect with the Business In Japan community and like-minded professionals.

  • Exclusive Events:
    Gain access to member-only events, providing valuable networking opportunities and insider insights.
  • Q&A Forum:
    Participate in our dedicated Q&A forum, where you can seek advice, share expertise, and get from, or give, answers to questions from others in the community.
  • Expand Your Network:
    Connect with peers, mentors, and potential collaborators, expanding your professional network and opening doors to new opportunities.
  • Digital Membership Card:
    Litecard smartphone membership card. Compatible with Apple, Samsung and Google Wallet ecosystems.
Join as a SUPPORTER
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SUPPORTER

¥50,000 / Year

A dedicated ‘micro-network’, curated for professionals seeking growth and success in the Japanese business landscape.

  • Supporter Benefits:
    Enjoy all the benefits of the Supporter plan.
  • Direct Access to the Founder:
    Gain direct access to the founder of this niche, professional network, for personalized advice and introductions, leveraging their expertise and network to propel your business, or professional life forward.
  • Intimate Networking Dinners:
    Receive invitations to exclusive networking dinners, fostering meaningful connections with fellow members and industry leaders in an intimate setting.
  • Mastermind Sessions:
    Participate in exclusive Business in Japan Mastermind sessions, where you can collaborate, share insights, and gain valuable feedback from a select group of peers and experts.
Join GOODPEOPLE
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GOODPEOPLE

Let’s talk

Gain public recognition as trusted by BIJ and support to amplify your visibility beyond the BIJ community.

  • GoodPeople Benefits:
    Enjoy all the benefits of the GoodPeople plan, plus delegate one staff member or guest to attend Supporter level events when you can’t make it.
  • Public Recognition:
    Showcase your commitment as a trusted BIJ partner with listing and promotion on the BIJ website, in the group and all our channels, enhancing your brand credibility.
  • Visibility:
    Receive support to amplify your presence within and beyond the community, leveraging our platform to strengthen your market positioning and augment your own messaging.
  • Sponsorship Opportunities:
    Access exclusive sponsorship opportunities, including participation at BIJ events, allowing you to showcase your brand, connect with key stakeholders and attract leads.
  • Discounted Additional Memberships:
    Receive discounted rates on additional memberships for your team, empowering more members of your organization to benefit from our exclusive offerings.
Contact to ask questions or book a call
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BIJ Partner / Corporate

Empowering face-to-face connections:

My goal with Business In Japan has always been to bring people together and foster meaningful connections that support careers and enterprises working with or in Japan. For over 16 years, this LinkedIn community has grown to almost 88,000 professionals and has been a valuable resource for networking, advice, and opportunities.

For those who would like to join, the new BIJ membership program and platform will help take our community to the next level by enabling even deeper engagement and partnership. Bringing BIJ Supporters and GoodPeople together in more exclusive online and in-person events that facilitate business discussions and relationship-building. This translates to more opportunities for you to network, build relationships, and tap into valuable insights in person.

Looking ahead
At launch, this program is just the beginning. As well as an expanding membership platform, I have an existing intention to help Japan, and a “blue sky” goal to create an initiative that gives back to Japan, especially supporting Japanese small and medium-sized businesses with a need to survive. It is my hope and goal that with the combined power of GoodPeople, we can make a real difference.

Additionally, were Business in Japan to evolve to this level of influence, perhaps core members & I could establish ourselves as an effective lobby group representing the interests of small and medium-sized enterprises, both foreign and domestic, in their dealings with the Japanese government. This would help promote policies supportive of entrepreneurship and strengthen Japan’s business environment. Helping everyone doing… Business in Japan.

Jason Ball