SK Advisory is a Japan-based professional services firm specializing in international trade, customs compliance, and cross-border taxation. We support overseas companies doing business in Japan by providing Attorney for Customs Procedures (ACP) services, Japan Importer of Record (IOR) and Exporter of Record (EOR) solutions, as well as comprehensive trade and customs consulting.
We specialize in navigating complex issues at the intersection of customs procedures and taxation, an area where our ability to offer practical, comprehensive support from both perspectives sets us apart. Understanding the close relationship between customs procedures and national taxes (especially, Japan Consumption Tax (JCT)), and addressing both in an integrated manner, is crucial in the context of international trade.
Company Overview
| Company Name | SK Advisory, Inc |
| CEO | Sawada Keisuke |
| Address | 11-2-C 2002, Numakage 1, Minami-ku, Saitama City, Saitama, Japan |
| Tel | +81-(0)8025677140 |
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| Website | https://skadvisory.jp/en/ |
| Established Year | 2020 |
| Business | Providing a wide range of professional services as a group of customs and trade experts. Attorney for Customs Procedures (ACP): Acting as Attorney for Customs Procedures (ACP) to serve as Importer of Record (IOR) and Exporter of Record (EOR) in Japan for foreign entities. JCT Tax Representative: Arrangement of the Tax Representative for Japanese Consumption Tax (JCT) for foreign entities. FTA/EPA: Support for Rules of Origin (RoO) analysis, obtaining Certificates of Origin, preparing self-declaration documents, and handling customs verifications. Customs & Trade Consulting: HS classification, Customs Valuation, support for Customs Post-Clearance Audits, and import/export compliance. Import Support for Regulated Goods: Domestic Administrator Services for Product Safety Laws (PSE, PSC, etc.) and Importer Services for food, tableware, and related products. Export Control & Security Trade Control: Classification of "List Control" items, transaction screening (including Catch-all controls), export license applications to the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), and determination of applicability under the Basel Act (Restricted Hazardous Wastes). Official Development Assistance (ODA): Policy formulation, implementation, and evaluation for customs systems and trade facilitation as a JICA Expert. Policy Evaluation: Evaluation and analysis of customs and trade policies for international organizations such as the World Bank Group. |
| Recognition & Appointments | Amazon SPN (Service Provider Network): Authorized Service Provider for Customs & Trade Compliance including ACP and PSE/PSC Representative services World Bank "Business Ready (B-READY)": Selected External Expert for International Trade and Customs (Japan) |
About the Founder
Sawada Keisuke, CEO of SK Advisory, has a diverse professional background.
Trade & Customs Experience:
Our CEO, Sawada has extensive experience in international trading business at Metal One Corporation. He also worked as a Professional Consultant at KPMG Trade and Customs team in Japan. In 2020, he established SK Advisory and has since been providing ACP (Attorney for Customs Procedures) Service and consulting services in the field of Trade & Customs.
International Organization Projects:
Serves as an expert in Official Development Assistance (ODA) projects in the fields of customs administration and trade facilitation implemented by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) for developing countries. Responsibilities include customs system design, establishment of risk management frameworks, formulation of trade facilitation policies, and support for policy implementation.
Also serves as an external expert in customs and international trade for Japan under international trade assessment projects conducted by the World Bank, engaging in evaluation and analysis of institutional frameworks and operational practices.
- 2026 World Bank - B-READY (Business Ready Research Project) – External Expert in Customs and International Trade
- 2023-2024 JICA - Technical Advisor for Customs on Trade Facilitation in East Africa
- 2022 JICA - Customs Expert for capacity development project on South Sudan Customs (HS, Business Planning), Detail Planning Survey for Enhancement of Tax Audit Operations at Tanzania Revenue Authority.
- 2021 JICA - Detailed Planning Survey for Customs Improvement in Southern Africa through OSBP facilitation)
Academic, Qualifications:
- TOEIC 915
- Qualified Japanese Customs Broker License
- Passed Tax Accountant Exam in Japan [Financial statement, Bookkeeping]
- MBA [Bond University, Australia]
- MSc in Supply Chain Management [MiP-Politecnico Di Milano, Italy]
Meet the SK Advisory Team
Yuka
Yuka brings her trading experience from a major trading company and now handles daily export and import operations for our clients.
Fluent in English and Chinese, she also works as a translator.
She values sincerity and attention to detail and finds great joy in connecting Japan with the world through her work while providing reliable, client-focused support.
Miwako
Miwako started her career at a leading warehouse company before becoming an independent trade specialist.
For more than 12 years, she has supported clients with export and import operations, customs procedures, and trade fair coordination.
Her extensive hands-on experience and thoughtful approach make her a trusted partner for smooth international transactions.
Toshi
Toshi has over 15 years of experience in the international logistics industry, supporting more than 100 companies with trade and warehouse operations.
He combines deep practical knowledge with a flexible approach to deliver dependable, efficient support.
As a seasoned trade professional, he helps clients solve complex challenges with confidence.
Our Clients & Achievements
We have supported import and export operations in Japan for over 200 clients across more than 40 countries.
Feel free to contact us for any needs related to Trade & Customs, Attorney for Customs Procedures (ACP), Japan Importer of Record (IOR) and Exporter of Record (EOR), and Free Trade Agreement (FTA) Consulting. We look forward to assisting you in your business endeavors.
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