01Find the possibilities
Product sourcing
Help research specific products, categories and potential sourcing routes in the Japanese market.
A local perspective. A broader opportunity.
Japan-based Buyer & Sourcing Partner
Helping retailers, collectors and businesses discover, evaluate and source the right products from Japan.
Former Chief Buyer · 1,000+ SKUs sourced & merchandised
- TCG
- Collectibles
- Gifts
- Japanese Products
Kento Matsuzaki · Based in JapanVisiting Canada — October 2026
01 / Buying experience
Buying experience beyond TCG.
I’m Kento Matsuzaki, a Japan-based buyer and sourcing partner.
Previously, I worked as Chief Buyer at ZEFT, a Japanese gift startup, sourcing and merchandising more than 1,000 SKUs across multiple product categories.
Today, I help international buyers consider customer fit, assortment balance and commercial potential—not just price.
02 / How I can help
More than finding a product.
Start with a specific request or a business idea. We can explore the kind of support that makes sense for you.
02Shape the assortment
Merchandising support
Discuss product selection around your customers, positioning, price range and business goals.
03Understand the market
Japanese market research
Explore local pricing, availability, trends and market conditions to inform your next decision.
04Current specialty
TCG & collectibles
Discuss Japanese Pokémon, One Piece Card Game, Yu-Gi-Oh! and related collectible products.
05Look beyond cards
Japanese consumer products
Explore suitable gifts, hobby goods, character goods and other Japanese products beyond TCG.
06Build a relationship
B2B sourcing
Discuss bulk sourcing, repeat purchasing and the potential for a longer-term buying relationship.
03 / Current focus
Japanese TCG & collectibles.
A starting point for collectors, card shops and vendors. Tell me the products, editions, quantities or condition you have in mind.
- Pokémon
- One Piece Card Game
- Yu-Gi-Oh!
Looking for something else from Japan?
Gifts, hobby goods or an entirely different category—let’s explore it.
04 / The local perspective
Closer to the market. Clearer on the opportunity.
Access to the Japanese market
A Japan-based contact who can explore local retailers, marketplaces and product information.
One direct point of contact
Work directly with Kento in Japan, with a shared understanding of your business or collection.
05 / A simple starting point
From an idea to a conversation.
- 01
Tell me what you’re looking for
Share a product, category, quantity, target price—or an early idea.
- 02
I explore the Japanese market
After understanding your request, I explore relevant products, pricing, availability and potential sourcing routes.
- 03
We evaluate the opportunity
Discuss the fit, pricing and practical details before agreeing on next steps.
- 04
Build the relationship
Explore how an initial request could develop into repeat sourcing or merchandising support.
Availability and the scope of support are discussed for each request. Any purchase or fulfillment arrangements are agreed separately.
06 / Let’s meet in person
Let’s meet in Canada.
I’m visiting Canada in October 2026 and would love to meet retailers, vendors, collectors and businesses interested in Japanese products.
Whether you’re looking for Japanese TCG, exploring a new product category or thinking about a sourcing relationship, let’s connect.
Arrange a Meeting07 / The person behind the buying
A direct connection to Kento.
Buying is about understanding people as much as products. I’m interested in what you’re building, who you serve and what you’d like to find in Japan.
Kento Matsuzaki
- Buyer
- Merchandiser
- Collector
Founder of Japan Supply Studio. Based in Japan and open to a conversation about your next opportunity.
08 / Start a conversation
Contact Kento
A specific card, a new product category or a buying partner. Tell me what you have in mind.
hello@japansupplystudio.com
General business, products & sourcing inquiries
kento@japansupplystudio.com
Contact Kento Matsuzaki directly