I’m a Shopify & Shopify Plus Engineer with 9+ years of hands-on experience, specializing in building, optimizing, and scaling high-performing eCommerce stores. At ShopExperts, I work with growth-focused brands to deliver clean, conversion-driven Shopify solutions, from custom theme development and advanced Liquid/JavaScript customization to store migrations, speed optimization, and complex third-party integrations. My core strengths include: Shopify & Shopify Plus development Custom theme development and heavy theme refactors Site speed optimization & Core Web Vitals Wix / Magento / Squarespace / Square Up / Kajabi / WordPress → Shopify migrations with SEO preservation Custom apps, APIs, and system integrations CRO-focused UX improvements for higher conversions I’m known for my structured approach, clean code, and transparent communication. I don’t just “implement features”, I focus on long-term store health, scalability, and performance, ensuring merchants are set up for sustainable growth. If you’re looking for a reliable senior Shopify engineer who understands both the technical and business side of eCommerce, I’d be happy to help. Big ideas, small questions, or “help, my store is broken” moments — let’s talk on a free discovery call 💬 https://calendly.com/rabia234t/call
Find the Best Shopify Experts in Japan
Start a Japanese Shopify store with the tax settings, not the theme. A store based here gets neither Shopify Tax nor Basic Tax, and Shopify's Japan guide says prices must include tax. Set prices up wrong at launch and every product in the catalogue needs fixing later.
As of October 2026, 5 Shopify experts in Japan have a profile on shopexperts. All five are agencies, and every one of them takes on store setup and management. There are no freelancers based in Japan on the list yet, so the local option suits launches and rebuilds better than a two-hour fix.
Three of the five list Japanese alongside English. Read their profiles, then request quotes against one brief that names who will write the Japanese copy.
Top-rated Shopify experts in Japan
Turn Your Shopify Store Into a Reliable Sales Engine If you're looking for a Shopify developer who understands both the technical side and the business outcomes behind it, you're in the right place. As a Shopify Certified Developer with 10+ years of hands-on experience, I've worked with 100+ brands across fashion, apparel, beauty, food, fitness, and electronics to build stores that are fast, scalable, and built to convert. Whether you're a founder launching your first store or an established brand ready to level up, I bring the expertise to get you there. What Gets Delivered: Every project is approached with one goal, growth. Here's what that looks like in practice: Custom Shopify Theme Development — Figma and Adobe XD designs transformed into clean, maintainable Liquid-based themes optimized for performance and long-term scalability Store Redesigns & UX Improvements — Navigation restructured, friction points removed, and user journeys refined to drive more conversions without disrupting live traffic Speed & Performance Optimization — Core Web Vitals improvements, faster page load times, and technical SEO fixes that directly impact search rankings and reduce bounce rate Custom Feature Development — Bundles, upsells, subscriptions, loyalty programs, and third-party API integrations tailored to specific business models Store Migrations & Ongoing Support — Smooth, low-risk platform migrations and dependable technical maintenance that keep operations running without interruption Why Brands Keep Coming Back: Every architecture decision, layout choice, and integration is guided by one question: Does this help the business grow? Clean code and structured development aren't just standards — they're what make a store reliable at scale. Founders launching from scratch, in-house teams needing a trusted technical collaborator, and agencies looking for a dependable Shopify specialist, all have found long-term value in this kind of partnership. Ready to Grow Your Shopify Store? Whether it's a full custom build, a performance overhaul, or targeted improvements to boost conversions, let's map out a clear path forward. Reach out to discuss your goals and what's possible.
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I'm a Shopify developer with years of hands-on experience building and scaling e-commerce stores — from custom theme development to conversion rate optimization and third-party integrations. I've worked with brands like Après Nail and through platforms like Storetasker, delivering solutions that look great and perform even better. I specialize in Liquid programming, frontend development, and UI/UX enhancement. Whether you need a full theme build, a tricky app integration, or a speed and SEO overhaul, I bring a detail-oriented approach that gets results — not just code. I leverage AI tools like ChatGPT and GitHub Copilot throughout my workflow — drafting Liquid logic faster, QA-testing edge cases, and generating content-ready section structures. This means faster turnaround, fewer revisions, and more value for your budget. My background spans custom store builds, GA4 + GTM tracking setups, Klaviyo integrations, loyalty app configurations, A/B testing, and cross-functional collaboration with design and marketing teams. I treat every project like it's my own store on the line. I'm a Computer Software Engineering graduate and Growth Collective certified in Creative Website Design (Shopify). Let's build something that converts.
At Slash Themes, we are a Shopify-focused commerce studio built to help ambitious brands launch, scale, and optimize high-performing storefronts with speed and precision. For over 7+ years, we’ve partnered with growing and enterprise merchants to architect Shopify and Shopify Plus experiences that are not only visually compelling but structurally built for scale. From complex replatforming projects to custom feature development, we create solutions that simplify operations, enhance customer journeys, and unlock new revenue opportunities. Our approach blends strategy, design, and deep technical expertise—covering custom theme development, custom app development, performance optimization, CRO, and data-driven enhancements. Every build is crafted with flexibility, speed, and long-term growth in mind, ensuring brands can evolve without limitations. More than a development team, we act as a dedicated Shopify partner—continuously refining, optimizing, and supporting the stores we build so our clients can focus on what matters most: growing their business. Core Shopify Services Shopify Store Setup & Configuration Shopify Theme Customization & Development Store Migration to Shopify (WooCommerce, Magento, etc.) Speed & Performance Optimization App Integration & Custom Functionality Bug Fixing & Troubleshooting Custom Design Implementation (Figma/PSD to Shopify) Ongoing Store Maintenance & Support ✦ With teams based in Germany and India, we support Shopify brands globally.
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Most Shopify stores appear great, but they often fail under the hood. I’ve spent 10 years ensuring that doesn't happen. From custom theme architecture to sophisticated API integrations (CRMs, fulfillment, and custom apps), I provide full-stack solutions that streamline your operations and maximize ROI. What I bring to your project: Precision Frontend: Custom-coded interfaces using React/Vue and Next.js for a lightning-fast, 'app-like' feel. Full-Stack Logic: Deep expertise in Liquid and Shopify APIs to automate your backend and sync your tech stack. Strategic Optimization: A relentless focus on SEO, site speed, and UX that drives actual sales. Whether you need a headless setup or a high-converting custom theme, I offer the agility of a boutique agency with the technical depth of an enterprise team.
Shopify stores that earn their keep. I run Graftstudio, the technical and commercial lead for mid-market DTC brands on Shopify Plus. Brands bring me in when the store has outgrown the people who set it up. I find what it's costing, fix what the numbers say pays, and measure every change. In 15+ years I have partnered with over 160 brands that generate £80m in sales across their stores. Cult Gaia, Victoria Beckham, Gymshark, Seafolly and Ireland's largest salon group among them. I'm a Shopify Plus Partner, and three in four brands come back. I take on a small number of brands at a time, offering audits, fix sprints and fractional store ownership.
With over eight years of experience as a full-stack Shopify developer, I translate complex technical concepts into user-friendly features that are built on scalable and reliable code. With a strong eye for design and focus on conversions, I create storefronts that look great and perform. If you're seeking a collaborator who values performance and long-term partnerships, let's talk. What I do: Custom features & theme development Convert Figma designs to responsive storefronts Custom apps, APIs, and system integrations UX/conversion improvements I specialize in: Bundle builders Cart drawers, Upsells Complex Metafield/Metaobjects implementations Subscriptions optimizations Section rendering API and ajax
Hey I'm Tom, your local Manchester dev 🖐️ I'm a Shopify developer and have over 10 years experience on Shopify! My journey with Shopify has been a interesting one, I first started as Merchant but soon realised I enjoyed more setting up and building stores, with skills in Figma and most coding languages, I can help you with most things Shopify! I specialise in the technical challenges that come with scale: platform migrations, custom app development, system integrations, and automation. What I work on: Shopify & Shopify Plus development Custom Shopify apps (Remix, React, GraphQL) ERP, CRM & third-party integrations B2B & wholesale ecommerce Shopify POS & omnichannel implementations Migrations from Magento, WooCommerce, NetSuite & custom platforms Subscriptions & recurring billing Performance optimisation & technical audits Automation via Shopify Flow, Functions & APIs How I work: Discovery and technical validation first, to reduce project risk Built for long-term scalability, not short-term workarounds Clear communication throughout Support after launch Send me your requirements or store URL — I'll give you practical recommendations on the best approach before any commitment is required.
Dreams To Life, LLC is a trusted Shopify development agency specializing in custom store builds, theme customization, and advanced troubleshooting. With years of experience supporting eCommerce brands, we deliver scalable, high-performance Shopify solutions that drive growth and conversion. Our team combines deep technical expertise with a strong understanding of UX, design, and business strategy, allowing us to turn creative visions into powerful, functional online stores. Core Expertise: Full Shopify store setup & custom development Theme design, optimization, and maintenance App integrations & API development Speed optimization and technical debugging Migration to Shopify / Shopify Plus Ongoing support & store management At Dreams To Life, we focus on quality, reliability, and results — helping clients transform ideas into thriving online businesses.
Five agencies, no freelancers: what Japan's list is built for
All five are agencies. No Japan-based freelancers list on shopexperts at the moment. The local option suits multi-week projects with a team behind them, and it's a poor fit for a single theme tweak.
Not all in Tokyo. Profiles name Tokyo, Fukuoka and Wakayama. Where your business sits in Japan rarely matters, because Shopify work happens in the admin rather than on site. Location does matter for a retail rollout, where somebody has to stand at the counter and test the POS.
Japanese narrows the shortlist. Every profile lists English. Japanese appears on three, with Spanish and French on one each. A Japanese team that runs the admin day to day should shortlist from those three. An overseas brand opening a Japan store can brief any of them in English, but somebody still has to own the Japanese copy.
The bench leans towards setup and build. Store setup and management appears on all five profiles. Consulting and strategy and Shopify development appear on three each, marketing and growth on two. Design, UX and branding shows up once, as does copywriting and content. If your project is mainly a brand-led redesign, your strongest candidate may sit further down the page.
After Japan's five. The local agencies come first. Beneath them sit specialists based outside Japan who accept Asian clients, freelancers among them. Check their reachable hours and Japanese ability before treating them as equal options.
When a Japan-based agency earns its fee, and when it doesn't
The page gives you two pools: the five local agencies and the regional list below them. Choose by what the job touches, not by where the expert sits.
Stay local for anything tied to Japanese tax or language. Tax-inclusive prices, consumption tax entered by hand, product pages and order emails that read naturally in Japanese — this is where an agency that already runs Japanese stores earns its fee. Ask each one to open a live store they built for a Japan-based merchant and walk you through its tax settings on a call.
Go regional for narrow technical work. A broken app integration, a slow collection page or a custom product filter rarely needs knowledge of Japan. A regional developer can handle it without agency overhead. Write the brief in English, state the hours you need them reachable, and keep the scope tight enough to price as one fixed job.
Ignore the things that don't predict a good result. Office address, headcount and the number of apps an agency claims to partner with tell you very little. Whether they have shipped a Japan-based store with correct tax-inclusive prices tells you a lot.
Whichever pool you pick from, the brief decides the quality of the quote. Include your SKU count, the platform you're leaving, your sales channels, whether you sell in person, and who will write the Japanese copy.
Consumption tax, yen payouts and a Japanese checkout
Most of what makes a Japanese Shopify store different lives in a handful of settings. A good expert raises them in the first call, before anyone opens the theme editor.
Payouts arrive in yen. Japan-based stores can use Shopify Payments, which pays out in JPY. Your expert should switch it on early, check the business and bank details match your company, and push a real order through before launch day.
Tax is manual, and it sits inside the price. Japan isn't a Shopify Tax or a Basic Tax region, so consumption tax is configured through Manual Tax. Shopify's Japan guide covers location-based taxes and requires tax-inclusive pricing. In practice, every price in your catalogue is the price the customer pays, and the tax settings must calculate tax within it rather than adding it at checkout.
Ask for a test order whose totals your accountant has checked. If you want a specialist for this part, look at Shopify tax setup experts.
POS kit comes from retailers. Japan sits outside the delivery area of Shopify's hardware store, and Shopify directs Japanese merchants to outside retailers for compatible kit. Before you buy a card reader or printer for in-person sales, your expert should confirm the model appears among Shopify's supported devices.
Japanese works end to end. Both the Shopify admin and the checkout are available in Japanese: your staff can manage orders in it and your customers can complete payment in it. The gaps are usually the theme and any apps you add, which carry their own text and need checking page by page.
What Japan's five agencies cover
Store setup is on all five profiles; design and copywriting are on one each. An agency can tick several categories, so the figures add up to more than five.
Store setup and management
All five offer it — launches, rebuilds and store admin
Consulting and strategy
Three offer planning, audits and market-entry advice
Shopify development
Three take on custom theme work and integrations
Marketing and growth
Two cover traffic, email and conversion work
Design, UX and branding
On a single profile, level with copywriting as the thinnest category
Copywriting and content
Also on a single profile, so settle early who writes the Japanese copy
Japanese stores, tax and agencies: what to ask before hiring
Not locally: every Japan-based expert on shopexperts is an agency. That suits a launch, a replatform or a build that needs design, development and Japanese copy running in parallel. If you have one clearly defined task and someone in-house to manage it, look at the freelancers in the regional part of the list and keep the scope to a single fixed-price job.
Too few Japan-based profiles list a starting price for this page to show a range, and we won't guess one. The quote moves with catalogue size, any migration from another platform, how much Japanese copy needs writing, and whether you also sell in person. Ask for a fixed-scope quote with tax setup and translation shown as separate lines. If an agency won't split them, you can't tell what you're paying for.
Start with how your old platform stored prices. If it kept them tax-exclusive, every price needs converting before import, because Shopify's Japan guide requires tax-inclusive pricing. Then check URL redirects, customer records and order history. An expert who raises the price question before you mention it has probably moved a Japanese store before.
For code, no. Theme logic, integrations and speed work can be scoped and delivered in English. For anything a customer reads, yes: product pages, order emails, policy pages and any text added around checkout. A sensible split is a developer of any language for the build and a fluent Japanese writer who checks every customer-facing line before launch.
For the build, yes, and all five work in English. Everything in the set-up section above assumes a store based in Japan. A company registered elsewhere that sells into Japan faces different payment and tax settings, so say which you are in the first line of your brief. It changes the quote.