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TMI Consulting: Supporting Your Global Expansion

TMI Consulting works in collaboration with law firms to support Japanese companies in overseas expansion and M&A.
We provide end-to-end support, from strategic planning to local entity setup and business operations—with a strong emphasis on practical implementation across in each region.

TMI Consulting works in collaboration with law firms to support Japanese companies in overseas expansion and M&A.
We provide end-to-end support, from strategic planning to local entity setup and business operations—with a strong emphasis on practical implementation across Asia.

Services Provided by TMI Consultingservice

1. Total Support for Overseas Expansion

We offer end-to-end support for Japanese companies expanding into Africa, and other emerging markets—from strategy to execution.

  • Market research, including site selection, competitor analysis, and on-site visits
  • Formulation of entry strategies and scenario planning
  • Assistance with local entity establishment and regulatory approvals
  • Business operation support: accounting, tax, HR, IT, etc.
  • Compliance and regulatory support

2. M&A and Business Alliance Support

We support M&A and strategic alliances with overseas companies from deal sourcing to post-merger operations.

  • Strategy formulation, target selection, and negotiation support
  • Support with contract negotiation and drafting
  • Coordination of legal and financial due diligence
  • PMI (Post-Merger Integration) planning and execution support

3. Investment and Fundraising Support

We assist in designing investment schemes and securing funding aligned with corporate growth strategies.

  • Structuring of investment schemes and planning of cross-border financing
  • Negotiation support with international financial institutions and government agencies
  • Assistance in acquiring investment incentives
  • Preparation of investor-facing materials (IR support)

4. Inbound & Outbound Investment Support

We provide comprehensive support for foreign companies entering Japan and for Japanese companies investing abroad.

  • Support for foreign companies entering the Japanese market (entity setup, compliance)
  • Strategy development and execution support for Japanese outbound investment
  • Support for improving the investment environment through public-private dialogue and policy consultation

Regional Expansionexpand

TMI Consulting leverages its global legal network to enhance market entry and investment support across regions.

Southeast Asia

  • Vietnam (Hanoi / Ho Chi Minh)
  • Thailand (Bangkok)
  • Philippines (Manila)
  • Singapore
  • Indonesia
  • Others

South Asia, the Middle East, and Africa

  • India
  • Middle East (UAE, Saudi Arabia)
  • Africa (Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Ethiopia, Ghana, Nigeria, Côte d’Ivoire, South Africa, Zambia, Mozambique, Morocco, Egypt, etc.)

North America, Latin America, and Oceania

  • North America (USA, Canada)
  • Europe (UK, Germany, France)
  • Latin America (Brazil, Mexico)
  • Oceania (Australia, New Zealand,etc.)

FAQfaq

What services does TMI Consulting provide?

We provide integrated consulting services covering overseas expansion, cross-border M&A, investment planning, and business strategy.With expertise in law, finance, and business, we provide cross-functional support. Through collaboration with TMI Associates, we offer one-stop support covering contracts and legal risk management.

How is TMI Consulting different from other firms?

Our key differentiator is the integrated support of “Legal × Business.” Utilizing legal expertise and international networks, we provide practical and comprehensive support from business decision-making to execution and regulatory compliance.

What types of companies and industries do you typically serve?

Our services are used by companies across various industries including manufacturing, energy, IT/telecom, and services. We mainly support Japanese companies considering overseas expansion, investment, or M&A, regardless of size.

Which countries and regions do you support?

We mainly support expansion in Southeast Asia, South Asia, Africa, and other emerging markets. For more details, please refer to the “Regional Expansion” section above.We offer support on both regulatory and operational fronts by leveraging strong local networks.

At what stage can we consult you?

You are welcome to consult us at any stage—from early market research and data collection, to company setup, partner selection, M&A contract negotiation, and post-entry operations or integration.We provide flexible support tailored to each company’s needs.