{"id":72091,"date":"2025-06-10T00:02:13","date_gmt":"2025-06-10T00:02:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sms-bridges.com\/staging\/?p=72091"},"modified":"2025-06-10T06:12:07","modified_gmt":"2025-06-10T06:12:07","slug":"schipper-paul-navigating-growth-for-japanese-entrepreneurs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sms-bridges.com\/staging\/schipper-paul-navigating-growth-for-japanese-entrepreneurs\/","title":{"rendered":"Schipper & Paul: Navigating Growth for Japanese Entrepreneurs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Netherlands is an increasingly attractive base for Japanese small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Schipper & Paul, headquartered in The Hague, has emerged as a key local partner. Since 2015, the company has offered customized accounting, tax, and advisory services that enable internationally focused companies to enter the Dutch and European market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The firm has made a particularly strong impact in supporting Japanese businesses setting up and strengthening their presence in the Dutch market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Joost Schipper, Managing Director of Schipper & Paul, shares his insights into how these partnerships were built and how the firm plans to continue supporting international clients in the years ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Joost Schipper<\/strong>, Managing Director of Schipper & Paul<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Bridges<\/strong>: With close partnerships across the Japanese business community in the Netherlands, how were these established and how have they grown?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Schipper<\/strong>: Since 2015, we\u2019ve supported the Japanese business community in the Netherlands \u2014 with a strong focus on small and mid-sized enterprises. Our approach combines a deep understanding of Japanese business culture with practical expertise in Dutch tax, legal, and administrative matters. Relationships have grown steadily through trust, long-term commitment, and word-of-mouth \u2014 driven by our hands-on and personal service model. This has allowed us to grow alongside our clients and remain a consistent partner through all phases of their business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How would you describe the Dutch\u2013Japanese economic relationship and what hopes do you have for its continued success?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Dutch\u2013Japanese economic relationship is solid and respectful, but it\u2019s often seen primarily through the lens of large corporations. In reality, a growing number of Japanese SMEs are choosing the Netherlands as their European base. That dynamic layer of smaller, often founder-led companies adds depth and agility to the relationship and deserves more visibility. I hope that the climate remains open and supportive, especially for new entrants who rely on strong local partnerships to succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our approach combines a deep understanding of Japanese business culture with practical expertise in Dutch tax, legal, and administrative matters.<\/p>Joost Schipper<\/strong>, Managing Director of Schipper & Paul<\/mark><\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n

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What plans do you have for 2025 and 2026 as you develop the business and reach out to new clients?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In 2025 and 2026, we will continue to refine our services to meet the evolving needs of internationally oriented SMEs. Our priority remains to deliver high-quality, personal support tailored to entrepreneurs who value trust, continuity, and practical guidance. As our client base grows, we stay focused on what sets us apart: being close to the client, responsive, and always thinking one step ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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All photos: Schipper & Paul<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n

A Trusted Client-Focused Service<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Schipper & Paul works closely with individual clients to create customized strategies. By establishing personal relationships and being involved in each phase of a company’s growth, the firm seeks to offer more than mere accounting and tax services. Schipper & Paul offers a sense of security and peace of mind with financial matters placed in capable hands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bridging Dutch law and Japanese business culture<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Schipper & Paul’s experience advising Japanese SMEs has become a hallmark of its practice. The firm’s familiarity with Dutch law and Japanese business culture fully provides clients with continuous support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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With more Japanese business leaders recognising the Netherlands as a preferred European base for strategic operations, Schipper & Paul has emerged as a trusted and culturally sophisticated partner, attuned to the challenges and opportunities companies face when entering a new market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2025 and Beyond<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Schipper & Paul remains committed to supporting Japanese SMEs with high-quality, tailored services. By providing advanced accounting and tax services and maintaining strong client relationships, the firm delivers proactive guidance to help clients navigate evolving markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Japanese businesses looking to succeed in the Netherlands, Schipper & Paul offers more than just technical expertise. The firm fosters long-term partnerships built on trust, continuity and shared entrepreneurial values, ensuring clients feel supported and integrated throughout their journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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