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- 2026/06/05 (Fri)
「カントリーマネージャー」は不要。米国進出で"大物"を雇ってはいけない3つの理由
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はじめに:なぜGoogle出身のVP Salesを雇って失敗するのか?
「米国市場は分からないから、現地のプロに任せよう」。
そう考えて、エージェントから紹介された"大物"(元SalesforceやOracleのVP Sales経験者)を、年俸3,000万円($300k)で「Country Manager(カントリーマネージャー)」として雇う。
これは、多くの日系スタートアップが踏む**「破滅への最短ルート」**であり、私が知る限り、最も再現性の高い「失敗パターン」です。
彼らは確かに「売るプロ」かもしれません。英語もネイティブで、プレゼンも洗練されており、LinkedInのプロフィールは輝いています。
しかし、彼らは**「会社を作るプロ」ではありません。**
ゼロから法人を登記し、銀行口座を開け、就業規則を作り、安くオフィスを借りる……といった泥臭い実務(Operations)を、彼らはやったことがないのです。これまでのキャリアでは、全て誰か(本部)が用意してくれていたからです。
結果、何が起きるか?
入社3ヶ月で「本社(HQ)のサポートがないから売れない」と文句を言い始め、高額な接待交際費を使い込み、最後は「こんな環境では働けない」と言ってチームごと辞めていく。
残ったのは、空っぽのオフィスと、数億円の赤字、そして「米国は無理だ」というトラウマだけ。
本記事では、この「カントリーマネージャーの罠」を回避し、確実に米国市場に橋頭堡を築くための組織戦略、**「Shadow COOモデル」**について、6000文字で徹底解説します。
第1章:カントリーマネージャー(傭兵)が抱える構造的欠陥
なぜ、優秀なはずの彼らが機能しないのでしょうか?
それは個人の能力の問題ではなく、**「フェーズの不一致」と「構造的な利益相反」**にあります。
1-1. 「売る人」に「守り」はできない
初期の米国拠点で必要な仕事の8割は、華やかなセールスではありません。地味で泥臭い**「セットアップ(立ち上げ)」**です。
法務(法人登記、ビザ)、経理(銀行、給与計算)、人事(保険、採用)、総務(オフィス、IT)。
これら「守り」の基盤(Infrastructure)がない状態で、アクセル(セールス)を踏んでも、タイヤが空転するだけです。
しかし、セールス出身のCountry Manager(以下CM)は、この「守り」の仕事を嫌がります。あるいは能力的にできません。
彼らは「自分は売上を作るために雇われた」というプライドがあるため、バックオフィス業務を軽視し、本社に丸投げします。
一方、日本の本社も「米国のことは分からない」と突き返す。
こうして、**「誰も責任を持たない空白地帯(Legal & Compliance Vacuum)」**が生まれます。
この空白地帯こそが、後のコンプライアンス違反、資金使途不明金、そして訴訟の温床となるのです。
1-2. インセンティブの不一致(利益相反)
CMは多くの場合、短期的な成果(初年度の売上)で評価されます。
そのため、彼らは以下のような「近視眼的な行動」に出がちです。
無理な値引き: 目先の契約を取るために、本社の利益率やブランド毀損を無視した大幅なディスカウントを行う。
不適切な採用: 自分の言うことを聞く(が、能力は低い・あるいは高すぎる)元部下や友人を高給で雇い入れ、自分だけの王国(Fiefdom)を作る。
情報の隠蔽: 悪いニュース(失注や顧客トラブル)を本社に報告せず、数字をごまかす。
彼らにとって、本社は「株主」ではなく、財布を持った「うるさいスポンサー」に過ぎないのです。
1-3. ブラックボックス化する現地法人
「米国流のやり方があるんです」「東京からは口を出さないでください」。
英語力と言葉の壁を盾に、彼らは現地法人を聖域化(ブラックボックス化)します。
これが進行すると、本社は現地のリアルな状況(パイプラインの確度、従業員の不満、本当のキャッシュフロー)を全く把握できなくなります。
気付いた時には、顧客データもノウハウもすべてCM個人のPCの中にあり、他の社員は全員CMの息がかかっている。
「彼をクビにしたら米国ビジネスが終わる」という人質状態になります。
これはガバナンスの完全な敗北です。
第2章:正しい組織図の作り方「Shadow COOモデル」
では、どうすれば良いのか?
答えはシンプルです。**「最初の一人は、セールスマンであってはいけない」**ということです。
Step 1: Founderがトップセールスをやる
米国市場で最初の10社の顧客を見つけるのは、Founder(創業者)等の本社経営陣の仕事です。
英語が下手でも構いません。通訳をつけてもいい。
重要なのは、プロダクトへの情熱、ビジョン、そして「その場で仕様変更や価格決定ができる」権限です。これは雇われCMには絶対に持てない武器です。
「現地のプロ」に丸投げした時点で、PMF(Product Market Fit)への道は閉ざされます。顧客の声を直接聞かない限り、プロダクトは進化しないからです。
Step 2: 最初の採用は「Shadow COO(実務家)」
Founderがセールス(攻め)に専念するために雇うべきは、高給取りのVP Salesではなく、泥臭い実務を一手に引き受ける**「Operations Manager / Chief of Staff」です。
私はこれを、トップを影で支える存在として「Shadow COO(影の実務家)」**と呼んでいます。
【Shadow COOの行動計画:最初の90日】
Month 1: 立ち上げ
法人設立、銀行口座開設(これが一番大変)。
オフィス契約(WeWork等)、IT機器手配。
会計ソフト(QuickBooks)、給与ソフト(Gusto)の導入。
就業規則(Employee Handbook)の策定(弁護士と連携)。
Month 2: 採用準備
現地採用のためのJD作成、ベネフィット(医療保険等)の設計。
リクルーターとの契約、LinkedInでのソーシング開始。
ビザ(E2/L1)の手続きサポート。
Month 3: 営業支援
CRM(Salesforce/HubSpot)のセットアップ。
営業資料の英訳・ローカライズ。
展示会の出展手配。
本社への月次レポート作成。
彼らは「売上」は作りませんが、「売上を作るための土台(Landing Pad)」を完璧に整えます。
これにより、Founderは雑務に忙殺されることなく、安心して前線で戦うことができます。
Step 3: PMFが見えてからVP Salesを雇う
FounderとShadow COOのタッグで、数社の顧客を獲得し、「なぜ売れるのか(勝ちパターン)」が見えてきた。
この段階になって初めて、それをスケールさせるための「VP Sales」を採用します。
この順序であれば、VP Salesがジョインした時点で、
売れるプロダクトがある(PMF済み)。
バックオフィスが整っている(Shadow COOがいる)。
本社のガバナンスが効いている(Founderが顧客を知っている)。
という健全な環境が出来上がっています。
VP Salesも「余計な事務仕事」をせずにセールスに集中できるため、パフォーマンスが最大化され、早期離職のリスクも激減します。
第3章:ガバナンスの要「マトリックス組織」
Shadow COOを置く最大のメリットは、**「本社が現地をコントロールできる」**点にあります。
レポーティングラインの設計
VP Sales: 売上目標については、本社のCEO/CROにレポートする。
Shadow COO: 経費、人事、法務については、現地のVP Salesではなく、本社のCFO/CHROに直接レポートする(ソリッドライン)。
この「ねじれ」を作ることが重要です。
現地の財布の紐(経理)と人事権(採用・評価)を、VP Salesから切り離し、Shadow COOを通じて本社が握るのです。
これにより、
「VP Salesが勝手に友達を高給で雇おうとしたが、Shadow COOが本社規定に基づきNGを出した」
「接待費の使い込みをShadow COOが発見し、本社のCFOに報告した」
といった**「牽制機能(Check & Balance)」**が働きます。
Shadow COOは、現地においてはVP Salesの部下のように振る舞い(サポートし)ますが、機能的には本社側の人間(監査役)として動くのです。
第4章:コストパフォーマンスの比較
「でも、二人も雇う余裕はない」と思うかもしれません。
しかし、トータルコストで見れば、Shadow COOモデルの方が圧倒的に安上がりであり、かつ「資産」が残ります。
【失敗パターン:いきなりCountry Manager】
CM給与: $300k + ボーナス
エージェントフィー: $60k〜$90k
見えないコスト:
不適切な経費使用。
本社マネジメントの時間的コスト(会議での通訳、説得など)。
撤退時の和解金(Severance):$100k〜
残るもの: なし(彼が辞めたらノウハウも顧客も消える)。
【成功パターン:Shadow COOスタート】
Founder: 日本側給与(追加コストなし)
Shadow COO(若手〜中堅の実務家): $80k〜$120k
業務委託の専門家(弁護士・会計士): 実費 ($30k程度)
Total: $150k〜(低コストかつ低リスク)
残るもの:
整備されたバックオフィス基盤。
ドキュメント化された業務フロー。
本社と現地の信頼関係。
初期のバーンレート(資金燃焼率)を低く抑え、生き残る期間を長くすること。
不確実性の高い米国市場で勝つための基本戦略は、**「小さく産んで、大きく育てる」**ことです。
いきなり「大きな服(CM)」を着せても、中身が伴っていなければ転ぶだけです。
第5章:Shadow COOが提供できる価値
HGMIが提供するのは、まさにこの**「立ち上げ期の実務(Operations)」**のアウトソーシングです。
正社員としてShadow COOを採用するのが難しい場合、私がその役割を代行します。
Employee Handbookの作成: 米国労務の防波堤を構築。
バックオフィス構築: Gusto, Bill.com, Expensifyなどの最新SaaSスタックの導入。
ゲートキーパー: 現地での契約書レビュー、請求書チェック、本社への日本語レポーティング。
採用の目利き: 候補者のリファレンスチェックや、バックグラウンド調査。
私は「売上」は約束しません。それはFounderであるあなたの仕事だからです。
しかし、「あなたが米国で戦うための、安全で頑丈なリングを作ること」。
そして**「背後から撃たれない(内部崩壊しない)体制を作ること」**は約束します。
結びに:ヒーローは一人でいい
スタートアップの物語において、主人公(ヒーロー)は、創業者であるあなたと、あなたのプロダクトです。
カントリーマネージャーという、別の主役を無理やり舞台に上げる必要はありません。
英語が拙くても、文化が分からなくても、魂を込めて語れるのはあなただけです。
まずは、あなたがマイクを握り、スポットライトを浴びてください。
私はその舞台袖で、照明を当て、音響を調整し、次の衣装を用意し、落ちているゴミを拾う「黒子(Shadow)」に徹します。
派手な打ち上げ花火(VP採用)は、祭りの最後にとっておきましょう。
今はまず、地味な礎石を置く時です。
それが、10年後に摩天楼を建てるための、唯一の方法なのです。
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元記事(Note.com): https://note.com/masa_us_biz/n/nae1e18a906ae -
- Introduction / Professional
- 2026/06/05 (Fri)
Why Japanese Mega Ventures Are "Labor "Killed in the US : The "At-will" TrapThis text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
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Introduction : Is that "immediate termination" worth $100 million ?
"America is an easy country to fire".
If that's what you've been told by local lawyers and consultants, it's half right and half a **"sweet trap "** that will ruin your company.
It is true that the U.S. has an "at-will employment ( at-will employment )" principle.
However, the moment you interpret this to mean that you can fire someone at any time and for any reason, and tell them that they don't have to come back tomorrow, just like in Japan, you have stepped into a minefield of federal and state laws.
The cost is tens of millions of yen ( or hundreds of thousands of dollars ) at the cheapest.
If it gets nasty, it is a settlement in the hundreds of millions of dollars and irreparable damage in the form of brand damage.
This article discusses the "at-will misunderstanding" that Japanese mega-ventures tend to fall prey to, the risk of "discrimination lawsuits" that can arise from this misunderstanding, and **specific governance to "protect to attack" ( Employee Handbook and PIP ) ** a very detailed 6,000 word commentary on **.
This is not just a legal commentary. It is a "practical manual" to protect your company.
Chapter 1 : The Identity of At-will Employment and the "Three Exceptions"
1-1. Principles : What is At-will
At-will means "a situation where the employer ・ and employee Both parties may terminate the employment contract at any time for any reason."At-will is the principle that "the employer and the employee
As long as there is no fixed term of the contract, the company can terminate without giving a reason and the employee can quit without giving a reason.
1-2. Exceptions : Here is a minefield
But there is a strong** "federal ・ state law exception" to this principle. Here is the point.
Dismissal for the following reasons is "illegal ( Illegal )"** even if at-will.
① Discrimination ( Discrimination )
The strongest exception. Termination based on the following "Protected Classes ( Protected Attributes )" are strictly prohibited by federal law ( including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ).
Race ( Race ) : Asian, Black, Hispanic, etc.
Skin Color ( Color ) : discrimination based on skin shade.
Country of origin ( National Origin ) : Country of birth or ancestry.
Gender ( Sex ) : including pregnancy, childbirth, sexual orientation ( LGBTQ+ ) and gender identity.
Religion ( Religion ) : includes duty of care for religious practices ( such as dress ) as well as belief.
Age ( Age ) : ADEA ( Age Discrimination in Employment Act ) protects workers over 40.
Disability ( Disability ) : The ADA ( Americans with Disabilities Act ) mandates reasonable accommodation for persons with physical ・ or mental disabilities.
Genetic Information ( Genetic Information ) : protected by GINA Act.
② Retaliation ( Retaliation )
This is actually the most likely pattern to lose.
You should never fire an employee as "payback" for the following actions.
Whistleblowing ( Whistleblowing ) of internal wrongdoing.
Complained to HR or EEOC ( Equal Employment Opportunity Commission ) about harassment victimization.
Cited unpaid overtime and health and safety violations.
Became a witness in a discrimination case.
③ Public Policy violation ( Public Policy )
Jury Duty ( Dismissal for complying with Jury Duty ).
Dismissal for military service.
Dismissal for refusing to participate in illegal acts ( such as tax evasion ).
Chapter 2 : Why Dismissal for "Lack of Ability" is "Discrimination" ?
2-1. The "Pretext" Argument ( Pretextual Defense )
This is the point that many Japanese managers have trouble understanding.
"No, no, I fired him purely because of his poor sales performance. Race has nothing to do with it."
Even if you insist, the employee's lawyer counters with.
"Underachievement is a lie ( Pretext / Pretext ). The real reason is that my client is Asian ( or 50 years old ).
And to win this battle, the company must prove by objective evidence ( Documentation ) that "lack of performance is the real reason."
2-2. Discovery ( Fear of Discovery )
The US litigation process has a dreaded procedure called "discovery".
Plaintiffs ( former employees ) can demand that the defendant ( company ) disclose all relevant emails, Slack and personnel records.
What if you, the CEO, sent this message in Slack ?
"That old guy ( old guys ), you are totally useless" → Age Moving evidence of discrimination ( ADEA violation ).
"After all ( this job is too tough for her ) ?" → evidence of sex discrimination.
( "Fire me anyway" when the personnel evaluation sheet is blank ) "Fire me anyway" → Pretext ( Proof of pretext ).
The moment these are presented to the court, the jury's mind is tilted to "black".
And then, millions of dollars ( hundreds of millions ) in punitive damages ( Punitive Damages ) begin to flicker.
Because of this fear, many companies give up the fight and pay **hefty settlements ( Settlement ) ** to close the curtain.
Chapter 3 : "The Nature of Failure" through Case Studies
Case 1: The "Culture Fit" Trap ( Age Discrimination )
[Situation]
Japanese SaaS Company A ( U.S. Corporation ). In an effort to create a young and energetic organizational culture, the company terminated the 55-year-old local VP of Sales ( Mr. B ).
The reason was that he "doesn't fit our speed ( Culture Fit )".
[Points of Failure]
Did not point out failure to meet specific numerical targets, but cited vague "culture" as the reason.
Hired an inexperienced white male in his 30s to replace Mr. B.
The statement "We need more young blood ( Young blood )" was left on the internal Slack.
[Conclusion]
Mr. B sued for age discrimination ( ADEA violation ).
The word "rejuvenation" was found to be intentional age discrimination, and the case was settled for $500,000 ( about 75 million yen ).
Case 2: Chain of "retaliation" ( Retaliation )
[Situation]
Japanese manufacturer Company C. A local staff member, Mr. D ( female ), consulted HR about sexually harassing comments made by her supervisor.
One month later, the company fired Mr. D for "poor performance".
[Point of Failure]
Harassment Consultation ( Protected Activity ) to Termination ( Temporal Proximity ) Too Close Temporal Proximityis too close
Mr. D's past rating was Standard ( Standard ) and was suddenly rewritten to Poor after consultation.
[Conclusion]
The jury found that "the fact of harassment is unknown, but the termination was retaliation.
The company is in a very weak position because retaliation is based solely on "adverse treatment for speaking up," regardless of the "truth of the facts."
Resulting in tens of millions of yen in compensation payments.
Chapter 4 : Shadow COO's Recommendation "Defense to Offense"
So what to do ?
The answer is simple. **"Record ( Ref )" and "process "**.
1. Employee Handbook ( The Employment Handbook ) is the "first shield"
The Handbook does not bind the employee, it protects the company.
Be sure to include the following clauses and have all employees sign it ( upon hire and ) upon revision.
At-will Statement: state and have them agree that "We are an at-will employer and can terminate the contract at any time." This is fundamental.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy: declare your stance that "we do not tolerate discrimination".
Anti-Harassment Policy: defines harassment and specifies the reporting channels and investigation process.
2. Job Description and Performance Review
Define "what we want ( to be done )" and regularly communicate "whether we are doing ( ). Communicate regularly.
It is obvious, but keeping this in writing is the best defense.
JDs should be detailed: instead of "sales", include objective measurable metrics such as "$XX new sales per quarter", "100% input rate into CRM", etc.
Review honestly: The Japanese "Well, you did a good job" evaluation is fatal. Any no-no's should be clearly written as "Below Expectation" and signed.
3. Your Best Weapon : PIP (Performance Improvement Plan)
When considering termination, the PIP ( Business Improvement Plan ) must be implemented.
Set a time period ( usually 30-90 days ), give specific improvement goals, and provide weekly feedback.
[Purpose of PIP]
To regenerate the employee ( This is the best ) but in case he does not regenerate,
"The company gave him so many opportunities, support, and resources, but he still did not improve through his own
"the company gave him all these opportunities, support, and resources, but he still didn't improve on his own" ( to show a third partyjudge ・ jury ・ and opposing counsel ) that he was responsible for the failure.
Please be unemotional and pile up the facts in a straightforward manner.
4. Termination Meeting ( Iron Rules of Termination Meeting )
The day to give notice of termination. Please observe the following rules.
10 minutes to finish: This is not a time for discussion. This is a notice of decision.
Keep reasons simple: verbally explaining detailed reasons invariably leads to gibberish ( and discriminatory nuance ). A single "because performance did not improve" is acceptable.
Don't apologize: "I'm sorry" is a no-no.
Severance Agreement ( General Release Agreement ) :
This is the last trump card.
1-3 months salary ( depending on length of service ) as a "severance payment ( Severance Pay )" in exchange for a waiver that **"no further action will be taken against the company "**Release ) which you sign in exchange for a "Severance Pay ".
Only after this is signed can the company sleep with its pillow high. Do not skimp on this cost. It is a small price to pay compared to the cost of litigation.
Conclusion : Shadow COO's Role
"We can't go through all that trouble.
"We are a startup.""Speed is of the essence.
You may think so, and I understand your feelings.
That is why I am here.
As CEO, you face the product and the customer, talk about your dreams, and keep attacking.
Behind the scenes, the Shadow COO takes care of the **"defensive practices "** that protect the castle that is the company by avoiding muddy but deadly risks.
We can formulate Handbooks, rewrite JDs, assist with PIP operations, and even write scripts in case of termination.
I am there to help Japanese companies avoid unnecessary bloodshed in the US.
U.S. business is a world where ignorance is a sin and ignorance is not an option.
Start by knowing. Then, after you have a good defense, attack to your heart's content.
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Original Article ( Note.com ) : https://note.com/masa_us_biz/n/n2f4e844845a9 -
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無料体験レッスン受付中! 在米日本人のお子さま向け オンラインそろばん教室 Top Abacus(トップアバカス)
アメリカのどの州からでも参加できます!
Top Abacusは、在米日本人のお子さまのためのオンライン中心のそろばん教室です。
レッスンはすべてオンライン。
これまで5年以上オンライン指導を行ってきた講師が、
画面越しでも分かりやすく、丁寧に指導します。
講師の手元やそろばんを実際に見せながら、
正しい指づかいをやさしい言葉で解説します。
少人数制なので、一人ひとりのペースに合わせて進められます。
【無料体験レッスンについて】
無料体験は、「そろばんとの出会い」の時間です。
まずは1回のレッスンで、
「そろばんっておもしろい!」
「もっとやってみたい!」
そんな気持ちを感じてもらうことを大切にしています。
体験後には、保護者の方へフィードバックをお伝えします。
・レッスンの雰囲気
・指導のペースやスタイル
・お子さまのご様子
・続けられそうかどうか
実際に体験してからご検討いただけるので安心です。
あたたかく落ち着いた雰囲気の中で、お子さまの「やってみたい」を大切にしています。
【体験レッスン対象】
・年長〜小学校高学年
・そろばん・暗算が初めてのお子さま
・計算のスピードや正確さを伸ばしたいお子さま
・入会前に相性を試したいご家庭
・1〜10の数字を読み書きできるお子さま
体験レッスンの時間帯は、お気軽にお問い合わせください。
アメリカにいながら、日本式そろばんを。
まずはお気軽に、無料体験レッスンへ。
詳細はホームページをご覧ください。Free trial無料体験レッスン受付中!
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- Satisfaction guaranteed / Life / Housing
- 2026/05/24 (Sun)
The process of buying your first home in the U.S. 5 StepsThis text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
Hello.
My name is Nana and I am a real estate agent in the Dallas ・ North Dallas area.
Many people feel uneasy about buying real estate overseas because of the differences in language and systems, and they don't know where to start.
Especially when relocating or moving with a family, there are many things to consider, such as schools ・ public safety ・ and living environment.
So in this article, we will introduce the basic process of purchasing your first US home in 5 steps.
① Loan pre-qualification
Clarify your possible purchase budget and prepare to begin your home search with confidence.
② House Search
Area ・ School District ・ We will select the most suitable property while considering living environment.
③ Submit an offer
Offer the property you like and submit your purchase terms.
④ Inspections ・ Appraisals
We check the condition of the building and evaluate the fair price to ensure a safe transaction.
⑤ Closing
After the final procedures, the purchase is finally complete.
Relocation ・ Moving ・ Home Purchase ・ Replacement ・ Selling ・ We provide total support until you return to Japan.
Because we have experienced relocation ourselves, we are able to make proposals that are in line with actual living conditions.
We also provide careful support for loans and various procedures in cooperation with our reliable team.
"I don't know where to start"
"Is it OK to ask such questions?" ?
We welcome such consultations.
Please feel free to contact us in Japanese.Please feel free to contact us in Japanese.
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- Satisfaction guaranteed / Life / Housing
- 2026/05/22 (Fri)
Dallas Real Estate | Why DFW is "The City You'll Never Get Back" ?This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
Hello.
I'm Nana, a real estate agent in the Dallas ・ North Dallas area 🏡
Many people are moving to DFW ( Dallas ・ Fort Worth ) from other states or countries.
And many say.
"I may never go back 👀"
Why DFW is such a great choice ?
The reason is very simple 👇
1️⃣ Cost is really good
Large house, with garden, spacious floor plan.
It is easier to achieve the lifestyle we value in DFW than in other states.
2️⃣ Jobs ・ Plenty of career opportunities
IT ・ Aviation ・ Finance ・ Healthcare ・ Logistics and other large and growing industries.
3️⃣ Surprisingly "playable"
Restaurants, events, parks, nature and weekend excursions.
The right balance of life and fun.
4️⃣ You'll feel more "at home" than you think 🏠
Even though it's a big city, it's easy to feel connected to others
and before you know it, your favorite places will grow.
Living in DFW is truly a choice for everyone.
We carefully suggest the area and way of living that best suits you in Japanese💌
Please feel free to contact us.Please feel free to contact us in Japanese.
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- Satisfaction guaranteed / Finance / Insurance
- 2026/05/21 (Thu)
あらゆる住宅ローンの疑問や悩みに日本語でお答えします!
120社以上の金融機関のローン製品を取り扱う住宅ローンのブローカーです。
お一人お一人のニーズに合わせて、最適な条件のローンをご紹介します。
アメリカの不動産は所収していればほとんど必ずと言っていいほど価値は上昇します。
平均的なアメリカ人の持つ資産のうちでも最も大きな割合を占めるのが、持ち家となっています。
どのみちずっとすみ続ける家、目先の金利や市場の動向に惑わされず、買える時にまず買っておく、というのが賢い資産運用の方法でもあると考えています。
こんなお悩み、ご相談ください!
・住宅ローンを組みたいけど、どうすればいい?
・リモデルをしたいけれど手元に資金がない。持ち家のEquityを現金化できないか?
・投資物件を買って、賃貸収入を得る方法は?
・老後の資金繰りが心配、Reverse Mortgageって安全なの?
自身でもカリフォルニアとハワイに7件の不動産を所有し、短期・長期の賃貸運営を行っています。
カリフォルニア州の不動産エージェントの資格も有し、不動産売買とローンの両面から最適なアドバイスを提供!
住宅購入から投資戦略まで、日本語で分かりやすくサポート!
「頭金がほとんどなくてもで家を買えるのか?」
「ローンを賢く使って資産を増やす戦略」
「金利は下がるの?上がるの?待つべきor今動くべき?」
無料相談随時受付中!まずはお気軽にお問い合わせください。
牧野 可奈(まきの かな)
Mortgage Loan Officer / Realtor®
West Capital Lending | NMLS# 2504398 | 1566096
DRE# 02053858 | 02022356
Kana Makino - WEST CAPITAL LENDING- -, Dallas, TX, - US
- +1 (949) 266-7761
無料相談受付中!
まずはお気軽にお問い合わせください! -
- Problem solution / Life / Housing
- 2026/05/20 (Wed)
Are you considering a move to the Dallas ・ Fort Worth ( DFW ) area ??This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
Dallas ・ My name is Nana and I am a real estate agent in North Dallas.
I support many relocations from other states and Japan.
When looking for a place to live overseas, there are many concerns and questions such as area selection ・ school districts ・ public safety ・ commuting, etc.
✔ Leasing ( Renting ) Want to start with
✔ Considering buying a home in the future
✔ Want to know about livable areas and communities
✔ School districts and commuting time
✔ If you want to consult with us in Japanese without anxiety
please feel free to contact us.
We can help you find the perfect home to suit your family's different lifestyles and needs.
First, please let us know your wishes.
📞 +1 (360) 594-8015
🪪 License #0836991
📍 DFW area specialty
📍 Relocation ・ Lease ・ Buy ・ Selling support📍 Japanese Language Support Please feel free to contact us in Japanese first to discuss your needs.
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- Free trial / Education / Lesson
- 2026/05/20 (Wed)
無料体験レッスン受付中! 在米日本人のお子さま向け オンラインそろばん教室 Top Abacus(トップアバカス)
アメリカのどの州からでも参加できます!
Top Abacusは、在米日本人のお子さまのためのオンライン中心のそろばん教室です。
レッスンはすべてオンライン。
これまで5年以上オンライン指導を行ってきた講師が、
画面越しでも分かりやすく、丁寧に指導します。
講師の手元やそろばんを実際に見せながら、
正しい指づかいをやさしい言葉で解説します。
少人数制なので、一人ひとりのペースに合わせて進められます。
【無料体験レッスンについて】
無料体験は、「そろばんとの出会い」の時間です。
まずは1回のレッスンで、
「そろばんっておもしろい!」
「もっとやってみたい!」
そんな気持ちを感じてもらうことを大切にしています。
体験後には、保護者の方へフィードバックをお伝えします。
・レッスンの雰囲気
・指導のペースやスタイル
・お子さまのご様子
・続けられそうかどうか
実際に体験してからご検討いただけるので安心です。
あたたかく落ち着いた雰囲気の中で、お子さまの「やってみたい」を大切にしています。
【体験レッスン対象】
・年長〜小学校高学年
・そろばん・暗算が初めてのお子さま
・計算のスピードや正確さを伸ばしたいお子さま
・入会前に相性を試したいご家庭
・1〜10の数字を読み書きできるお子さま
体験レッスンの時間帯は、お気軽にお問い合わせください。
アメリカにいながら、日本式そろばんを。
まずはお気軽に、無料体験レッスンへ。
詳細はホームページをご覧ください。Free trial無料体験レッスン受付中!
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- Problem solution / Life / Housing
- 2026/05/16 (Sat)
Japanese language for your peace of mind. Dallas Real Estate Total Support - Finding a home that creates peace of mind for your family.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
? "Where to Start Living Abroad
"
Dallas ・ My name is Nana and I am a real estate agent in North Dallas.
When starting a new life, choosing a home is more than "just looking for a place to live.
It is an important start that will lead to peace of mind and smiles on your family's faces every day.
・ Which schools are safe for children to attend ?
・ Which areas are easy to commute to work ?
・ What is the actual safety and surrounding environment ?
What is the "real life" that you can not see only from the internet information? We carefully convey the "real life" in Japanese, which you cannot understand only from the information on the Internet.
Relocation ・ Moving ・ Buying a house ・ Selling ・ We support all the way to returning to Japan.
Based on our own experience of overseas transfers, we offer proposals from the "perspective of actual residents".
Dallas is a city where convenience and spaciousness coexist.
Urban yet peaceful environment for families to live together.
"I'm not concrete yet, but I want to talk about it"
Even at that stage, of course, you are welcome.
Let's find a comfortable life together for you and your family ・ 🏡
Please feel free to contact us for more information.Please feel free to contact us in Japanese!
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- Signature service / Restaurant / Gourmet
- 2026/05/15 (Fri)
Ichigoh Ramen Lounge We serve one bowl of ramen with love and passion.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
Since our establishment in 2019, we at Deep Ellum, TX have been in pursuit of the "real deal" Sapporo Ramen.
Our homemade chicken broth takes time to prepare, our chashu pork is melt-in-your-mouth tender, and our seasoned eggs are infused with a unique flavor.
Everything is handmade, and we put our "heart" into each and every bowl.
\Even the noodles have the soul of Sapporo/
The noodles are imported directly from Sapporo and aged in a traditional cedar box.
Deep aroma and firmness that cannot be tasted anywhere else.
Authentic ・ The taste of Sapporo in Texas.
Your ramen experience will change from here.
Ichigoh Ramen Lounge- 2724 Commerce Street, Dallas, TX, 75226 US
- +1 (972) 707-0732
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- Introduction / Education / Lesson
- 2026/05/15 (Fri)
! ] Children who may return to Japan are welcome to study at the Dallas Supplementary School ✍.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
The Dallas Supplementary School provides education for children returning to Japan on Saturdays and transitioning to a Japanese education without stress.
The textbooks we use are those designated by the Ministry of Education, so there are no problems with differences in learning styles.
In addition to classes, we also organize events such as athletic meets and student councils, so even children who are not good at studying can enjoy attending our school.
Teachers will carefully check and follow up on homework and class attitudes.
The program covers kindergarten through high school, so you can enroll your child at any time.
Please contact us for hours and more information.
Tours and trials are also available📣. -
- Introduction / Life / Housing
- 2026/05/14 (Thu)
The No. 1 Growth City in the U.S. ! What is "Celina" now ??This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
Hello.
Dallas ・ My name is Nana and I am a real estate agent in the North Dallas area 🏡
The Celina area ✨
is getting a lot of attention right now, and for the second time in three years, Celina has been named "America's fastest growing city" !
with a 24.6% increase in population between July 2024 and July 2025, with over 12,700 new residents moving into the area.
The current real estate market is a "buyer's market" favoring buyers.
New homes and properties with large lots are becoming more attractive options !
✔ If you are considering moving to Celina
✔ and are wondering "What kind of city is Celina ?"✔ If you are looking for a home in a promising area
Please feel free to contact us ✨
We will support you carefully in Japanese !.Please feel free to contact us ✨
We will support you carefully in Japanese ... -
- Free trial / Education / Lesson
- 2026/05/10 (Sun)
無料体験レッスン受付中! 在米日本人のお子さま向け オンラインそろばん教室 Top Abacus(トップアバカス)
アメリカのどの州からでも参加できます!
Top Abacusは、在米日本人のお子さまのためのオンライン中心のそろばん教室です。
レッスンはすべてオンライン。
これまで5年以上オンライン指導を行ってきた講師が、
画面越しでも分かりやすく、丁寧に指導します。
講師の手元やそろばんを実際に見せながら、
正しい指づかいをやさしい言葉で解説します。
少人数制なので、一人ひとりのペースに合わせて進められます。
【無料体験レッスンについて】
無料体験は、「そろばんとの出会い」の時間です。
まずは1回のレッスンで、
「そろばんっておもしろい!」
「もっとやってみたい!」
そんな気持ちを感じてもらうことを大切にしています。
体験後には、保護者の方へフィードバックをお伝えします。
・レッスンの雰囲気
・指導のペースやスタイル
・お子さまのご様子
・続けられそうかどうか
実際に体験してからご検討いただけるので安心です。
あたたかく落ち着いた雰囲気の中で、お子さまの「やってみたい」を大切にしています。
【体験レッスン対象】
・年長〜小学校高学年
・そろばん・暗算が初めてのお子さま
・計算のスピードや正確さを伸ばしたいお子さま
・入会前に相性を試したいご家庭
・1〜10の数字を読み書きできるお子さま
体験レッスンの時間帯は、お気軽にお問い合わせください。
アメリカにいながら、日本式そろばんを。
まずはお気軽に、無料体験レッスンへ。
詳細はホームページをご覧ください。Free trial無料体験レッスン受付中!
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