VML & Ogilvy Japan
VML & Ogilvy Japan combines global creative and strategic capabilities with deep local market expertise to help brands connect meaningfully with Japanese consumers across all channels.
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At a glance
About
A leading integrated advertising and marketing agency in Japan, backed by the global Ogilvy and WPP network.
VML & Ogilvy Japan is a full-service advertising and marketing agency headquartered in Tokyo, operating as a unit of Ogilvy. The agency was formed through the integration of Geometry and Ogilvy in Japan, initially operating as Geometry Ogilvy Japan from April 2019 before adopting its current name in June 2023, reflecting the global rebranding that brought VML and Ogilvy's capabilities together in the Japanese market. The agency offers a broad range of marketing and communications services to clients operating in Japan, including brand strategy, creative development, digital marketing, shopper marketing, and integrated campaign execution. As part of the Ogilvy network and the wider WPP group, VML & Ogilvy Japan benefits from global resources, proprietary tools, and cross-disciplinary expertise while maintaining a deep focus on the Japanese consumer landscape and cultural nuances. Positioned as a leading integrated agency in Japan, VML & Ogilvy Japan serves multinational and domestic brands seeking to connect with Japanese audiences across channels. Its combined heritage from both Ogilvy's brand-building tradition and Geometry's activation and commerce expertise gives it a distinctive capability set in a competitive Tokyo agency market.
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What they offer
Brand Strategy
Strategic brand positioning and planning for the Japanese market.
Creative Development
Integrated creative campaigns spanning TV, digital, print, and out-of-home.
Digital Marketing
Digital and social media marketing tailored to Japanese platforms and audiences.
Shopper & Commerce Marketing
Retail activation and commerce marketing drawing on Geometry's legacy expertise.
Integrated Campaign Management
End-to-end campaign planning, production, and execution across channels.
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- 2019 · Founded
- 2023Renamed from Ogilvy Japan