The 5th Omotenashi Selection*Le Marche Paris

Omotenashi Selection" operated by ENGAWA Corporation, headquartered in Roppongi Hills, and the B2B marketplace operated and developed by the Market Division of Swapsss will provide a sales channel to Europe for the winning businesses only. The award-winning businesses will be provided with sales channels to Europe exclusively.

About Omotenashi Selection

What is Le Marche Paris?

As a global marketplace for B2B, we have over 12,000 registered buyers around the world, allowing you to develop sales channels to Europe. Compared to attracting and operating your own cross-border EC site, you can expect overwhelming cost-effectiveness. A mid- to long-term strategy is essential for scaling up overseas expansion, and we can reduce your upfront investment as much as possible.

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Businesses

Omotenashi Selection is an award established in 2015 with the aim of discovering and spreading excellent Japanese products and services with a spirit of hospitality to the world. Experts conduct an in-kind review of the products and services, and those that are recognized as having "a uniquely Japanese charm that we want to share with the world" are certified as Omotenashi Selection Award-winning products and services.

KITAO MATCHA (Registered CPNP)
KITAO Cosmetics Department (Osaka, Japan)

KITAO MATCHA is a clean beauty brand cosmetic series developed by KITAO Cosmetics Department, Inc. and aims to bring the world the appeal of J-Beauty with its safe formulation design incorporating the antioxidant and sterilizing properties of matcha green tea, using the know-how gained since its establishment in 1919. Using Ecocert-certified matcha green tea, J-Beauty offers gentle skincare products that anyone can use. We also pay close attention to package design, and are gaining recognition at U.S. trade shows. With KITAO MATCHA, which supports beauty from the inside and out, daily care becomes a special time.

Food bowls/water bowls
303CATLAB, LLC (Nagasaki, Japan)

The Food Bowl/Water Bowl is a separable food bowl for cats developed by 303CATLAB, LLC. The bowl and base are separated and have a patent-pending feature that shows the time the food was put in by numbers and marks. The water bowl comes with a "research report" to record water intake and help prevent kidney failure and stones. Supervised by Atom Veterinary Hospital in Sasebo, Japan, the design uses the bluish white of Hasami-ware to make it easy to see if the water is cloudy.
Established in November 2022, 303CATLAB will launch the product in 2023. The product won the Excellence Award at the Nagasaki Prefecture Invention and Design Exhibition and the Grand Prize at the Specialty Products New Works Exhibition. The product was born from the experience of "Reo," a pet cat suffering from end-stage renal failure, and is designed for ease of use and care. An English version of the research report will also be produced for overseas markets.
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SOZO
Shinko Corporation (Hyogo, Japan)

SOZO" is the one and only incense timer that changes fragrance and color, and tells the passage of time with its fragrance. It was developed over a period of five years based on the traditional techniques of Awaji Island, and is produced entirely in-house. Using high quality materials from Japan and abroad, the device provides peace of mind with an ingenious way to keep the fragrance from getting boring. Ideal for yoga, meditation, and digital detoxification, it supports stress reduction and relaxation. Recommended to be burned in a lying-down style for safe, end-to-end use. Nonflammable mats and accessories are included in the set to create a comfortable time.

MAF Wool Denim
Nikke Textile Co.

MAF Wool Denim is a product that pursues the unique, high-quality beauty of wool. Made of 100% wool, it achieves softness, luster, and drape, providing a pleasant feel and comfort. It is highly moisture absorbent and desorbent, comfortable even in summer, and color fade resistant. This denim by Nikke Textile is made from Super 140s raw material, carefully woven in the Bishu area, and offers both beauty and tactile quality. It is used in a wide range of situations, from casual to business, and is a sustainable and environmentally friendly choice. Dry cleaning is recommended as home washing may cause shrinkage.
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Artisan
Artisan, LLC (Niigata, Japan)

This product is a collaboration of metal products from Tsubame City, Niigata Prefecture, known for its metalworking, and Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture, which has long been well versed in copper product processing and coloring techniques, etc. It is a gem that brings together the best aspects of each production area. This product is made in Japan, with each process carefully crafted by hand by skilled craftsmen from each production area.

Simplified Kintsugi Kit for Glass Kintsugi
Kurumi Corporation (Kyoto, Japan)

kulukulu THE TSUGICIAN Simple Kintsugi Kit is a revolutionary product that allows you to easily experience kintsugi. Using glue and UV-curing gel instead of natural lacquer, ceramic and glass products can be restored in just a few hours. The product complies with the Food Sanitation Law, and the finished product can be used in daily life. Developed by Kurumi Co., Ltd. in Kyoto, Japan, the product can be enjoyed by beginners and advanced users alike, and the instruction manual is available in Japanese and English. The magic-like packaging is also attractive. Why don't you revive your precious vessels through Kintsugi and casually experience the culture of taking good care of things?
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Yamato Cotton Soragokochi
Fujii Corporation (Nara, Japan)

Yamato Cotton Soragokochi is a high-function towel created by Fujii Corporation, which brings together more than 100 years of experience and technology. Our proprietary technology has achieved approximately 4 to 10 times more water absorbency than ordinary towels, providing gentle comfort for hair and daily life, such as reduced dryer time. Lightweight and quick-drying, it can be conveniently used at the gym or in the sauna. Available in four ancient Manyo colors, the design is also attractive for its Japanese tradition. Recognized as a "Kashihara Brand," these towels are highly regarded for their high quality. This towel, a fusion of tradition and technology, continues to be loved as a necessity for the new era.

"Hevn" Harness
J Public Corporation (Chiba, Japan)

This special harness for small dogs is a patented groomed leather product designed for small dogs with weak neck bones. It can be easily attached with two pieces and Velcro on the back, without using an adjustment can. By fine-tuning the position of the lower neck and body, and tightening the screws with the included plate, a custom-made fit is achieved. The inside is made of cushioning material that is gentle to the skin, providing a stress-free walk. 100% domestically produced and of high quality, this harness looks beautiful even when worn over dog clothes, and offers both comfort and design.
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Message

If you are looking to sell overseas or expand overseas, we recommend using cross-border EC and using the global marketplace.

The global marketplace is an ideal means of efficiently expanding a brand or product into foreign markets, as it allows you to reach a wide range of customers directly.

Le Marche Paris is equipped with multilingual support, international settlement functions, and logistics support, making it possible for companies looking to expand overseas for the first time to begin operations with confidence.

This marketplace can leverage SEO and advertising features to increase product awareness and maximize sales opportunities. It also has a customer review function, making it easy to improve products in line with local needs while enhancing credibility. Overseas expansion through cross-border EC is a means to expand the possibilities for companies, regardless of size, aiming for global growth beyond the domestic market. Take advantage of the global marketplace and realize new encounters with customers around the world.

If you are interested in expanding overseas to France, Germany, and the UK, please feel free to contact us!
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