Publications - Reports

In this section, you will find a selection of market reports, fact sheets and publications drawn up by industry experts. This page will be regularly updated and we encourage you to return for future developments.

Success Story: IKTOS

Founded in 2016, Iktos is a global leader in AI and robotics for drug discovery. Its generative AI technology designs molecules in silico, optimized to meet all key success criteria of a discovery project.

Export & Import EU-Japan Trade data 2025

The report focuses primarily on the trade balance between Japan, the EU and its constituent Member States in 2025.

Case Study: IVEP

Founded in 1966 as a research institute dedicated to the development of electrotechnical hardware, IVEP has spent nearly sixty years cultivating deep technical expertise and a strong engineering heritage.

Minerva Policy Report: Mapping of EU and Japan’s respective strengths in the hydrogen value chain

This report aims to provide a comprehensive mapping of the hydrogen value chains in Europe and Japan, assess complementarities, and identify policy and regulatory areas for enhanced cooperation.

Report: Solar Power Industry Market in Japan

This report provides a comprehensive overview on Japan’s solar power industry within the context of the country’s broader decarbonization targets and evolving energy policies.

Report: Energy Storage Systems (ESS) in Japan

This report delves into the energy storage systems (EES) in Japan, and potential business opportunities EU SMEs have in this sector.

Report: Food Distribution Channels in Japan

This report outlines the current situation of the various food distribution channels, provides insights into trends and challenges as well as some recommendations on how to enter this complex market.

Japanese Technology & Innovation Monitoring Watch - January 2026

In this series, we present a concise overview of key developments taking place in Japan in the last three to four months surrounding various technological sectors, including digital technology, robotics, green technologies, and aerospace.

Minerva Policy Report: IT Services in Japan’s Public Sector-Pathways for European Engagement

The report examines the IT Public Sector Market in Japan. It gives an analysis of Japan’s public IT services landscape, digital transformation initiatives, and potential avenues for collaboration and business development with European enterprises.

Report: Opening Pop Stores and Setting Up a Franchise in Japan

This report provides a focused analysis of the widely spread entry strategies for foreign businesses in Japan: Pop-Up Stores and Franchising.

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EU-Japan Centre for Industrial Cooperation