What is OKa-Biz?
What is OKa-Biz?
”OKa-Biz” is your complimentary business consulting center, supporting those striving in business in Okazaki.
Okazaki Business Support Center, commonly known as “OKa-Biz”, is a “complimentary business consulting center for small and medium-sized businesses” operated by Okazaki City. Our team of experts, each of whom is also a business owner, will work with you to find your company‘s strengths and help you increase sales by using ideas without additional costs. We also provide a platform for building a community of peers who are ready to take on challenges together. Feel free to consult us on any business matters, from sales to startup, recruitment, and business succession.
Our Team
Our team of frontline professionals will help you increase sales.
The staff providing consultations at OKa-Biz are professionals active on the front lines.
Our team consists of business owners, consultants, graphic designers, web designers, copywriters, and certified SME consultants. Along with their specialized knowledge, they offer advice based on real-world experience gained from managing businesses.
Who can use OKa-Biz
OKa-Biz is a consulting center for anyone engaged in business.
Any consultation topic!
Sales growth / Market development / New product and service development / Start-ups / Financing / Subsidies / Business succession / Public relations / Website & social media / Recruitment / Crowdfunding, and more
Any industry!
Retail & wholesale / Service industry / Food & beverage / Manufacturing / Agriculture, forestry & fisheries / Construction / Information & communication / Welfare & healthcare / NPOs / Sole proprietors, and more
We sometimes get inquiries like, "Is it okay for us to come too?" or "Would it be weird to ask about something like this?" Rest assured, there's no problem at all! Our consulting center is available to anyone currently running a business or planning to start one.
Steps from Reservation to Consultation
- First, please make an appointment for your initial consultation by clicking the button below, "Click here to book". Our administrative staff will assist you in scheduling the date and time.
- It will go more smoothly if you organize your issues and prepare any necessary documents before the consultation. However, it’s perfectly fine if you come without any preparation.
- On the scheduled date, please visit OKa-Biz. For your first visit, we kindly ask you to fill out a registration form.
- During the consultation, feel free to relax and speak openly. Any topic is welcome, and we guarantee that all information will remain confidential.
- During the consultation, you will work with your coordinator to determine the support plan moving forward. If necessary, you can schedule your next consultation. Each consultation lasts 50 minutes, followed by about 10 minutes for additional scheduling and procedures.