Nijinohashi Trading Wants to Turn Business into an Art Form

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The homepage describes a sourcing operation rather than a live product catalog. Its proposed workflow starts with overseas exhibitions and manufacturers, tests each candidate against cost, margin, lead time, and risk, then moves through direct negotiation, importing, customs, and delivery. Crowdfunding is presented as a way to introduce products not yet available in Japan. The company lists living goods, gifts, and gadgets as possible categories, but says the actual range remains under consideration.