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This report describes some of the mechanisms by which EU SMEs can get involved in Biotechnology in Japan

About the ReportThis report aims to promote Japan as an investment and business destination for EU businesses and entrepreneurs. It explains that, contrary to popular belief, Japan has few trade barriers policies and other entry barriers such as language or business culture can be easily overcome. It describes Japan as a land of opportunities with lucrative business potential thanks to its colossal consumption market, its important economic role in Asia and its recent Free Trade Agreement...

The report maps Japanese key players of the wind energy sector and presents business opportunities the market holds.

This report is aiming to provide an overview and insights into the Wine market in Japan.

This report is prepared for expatriates and human resource staff to secure a smooth transition to Japan.

This report offers practical guidance to EU-based organisations that are considering investing in expatriate assignments as a means towards exploring and exploiting business opportunities in Japan.

Japan’s reputation as an international hub for R&D has been established through heavy investment in this area, making the country a key destination for the establishment of cutting-edge R&D centres.

— Latest update: June 2023 — Japan’s food industry, like in any other country, is closely related to its economy. Just like the rest of the globe, this industry has been heavily affected by the global pandemic starting in 2020. Slowly but surely the industry is recovering and overall sales are increasing. Food service industry stakeholders are now pursuing new business models by expanding takeout and delivery options. Table of Contents Market Volume & Trend Restaurant Sector Drinking...

— Latest update: March 2026 — Population decline is well known to be one the Japan’s major problem for the 21th century. According to the OECD, Japan’s population would fall by 45% by 2100, and employment by 52%. One of the strategies adopted by the Japanese government to address the labor shortage issue was to invest within automated systems, advanced machinery and robotics. This strategy led Japan to positioned itself as a leader in the field. OECD Economic Surveys: Japan 2024 Moreover, the...

— Latest update: November 2023 — Safety equipment in areas such as construction and manufacturing, firefighting, and disaster management is driving market growth in Japan. In addition, the Covid-19 outbreak has led to increasing global demand for personal protective equipment. The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare is making efforts to reduce occupational fatalities, injuries and are battling the pandemic to create a safer work and living space. Table of Contents Overview Legal Requirements...

Prefecture flag Main City: Saga Population: 833,000 people, ranking 42/47 prefecture (2015) [1] Area: 2,439 km2 [2] Geographical / Landscape description Kyushu's smallest prefecture, Saga, is located on the northwest corner of the island. Largely rural outside of the two largest cities of Saga and Karatsu. Agricultural and forested lands comprise over 68% of the total prefectural area. [2] Climate Saga Prefecture has a mild climate with an average temperate of about 16°C. [2] Recent history...

Prefecture flag Main City: Saitama Population: 7,261, 000 people, ranking 5/47 prefectures (2021) Area: 3,797 km2 Geographical / Landscape description This prefecture is part of the Greater Tokyo Area, and most of Saitama's cities can be described as suburbs of Tokyo, from which a large amount of residents commute each day. Climate Saitama has taken first place seven times for the last 10 years in the ranking of prefectures with the highest number of sunny days. Recent history, culture After...

EU-Japan Networking “Aperitif” at BIO-Europe 2018 in CopenhagenYou are cordially invited to join the informal networking reception to mark the launch of the first EU-Japan Centre for Industrial Cooperation / Japan Bioindustry Association joint-booth.This reception will give you the perfect opportunity to continue your discussions, in an informal setting, with buyers and other representatives of Japanese pharmaceutical companies who are seeking partners in the EU. You’ll also be able to taste an...

Transforming Business in the Digital, Green and Space Transitions In this webinar, you will be able to:• learn about concrete cases of such collaborative industrial innovation in particular in the digital, circular economy, and space sectors in which new ideas translated or are going to be translated into valuable products and services;• participate in a discussion aimed at further understanding how to improve the EU and Japan business environment and research & innovation programs towards...

The 2-week "Get Ready for Japan" scheme offers EU managers the unique opportunity to experience and understand both the cultural and economic elements which define and explain Japan's business and technological achievements. Continuously improved to meet the latest expectations about business in Japan, the Get Ready for Japan provides EU businessmen with a professional Japan-related expertise.