Japan-Based Sourcing Expert for Matcha Store

Hi!

I’m launching an online matcha and Japanese snack store based in the U.S., and I’m looking for a Japan-based virtual assistant or sourcing expert to help me:

Research & find trusted Japanese suppliers for premium matcha
Locate stock (even when the main brand websites are sold out)
Contact tea brands or shops for pricing, restock info, or reseller policies
Find in-store exclusives or small/local matcha brands open to resale

I’m mainly focused on these 10 top-tier brands:

Marukyu-Koyamaen

Yamamasa Koyamaen

Ippodo

Fukujuen

Tsujiri

Itohkyuemon

Uji-en

Hibiki-an

Morihan

Kanbayashi Shunsho Honten

Ideal candidate:

Lives in Japan

Speaks fluent Japanese & English

Comfortable doing online or in-store research

Can contact companies or sellers if needed (email or call)

If this goes well, I may want ongoing help with sourcing and restocks every month!

Please let me know:

-Your experience with product sourcing or Japanese market research

-If you’ve worked with eCommerce or online shops before

-Your estimated hourly rate or flat price for a research package (10 products)