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.

Report: All about Starting a Business in Japan Version 2018

This report is the updated version on our previous report published in 2013.

Factsheet: EPA & Geographical Indications

The aim of this factsheet is to explain to EU exporters of products protected by EU geographical indications (GIs), the opportunities offered by the EPA as regards to such protection in Japan.

Report: How to open a representative office in Japan

This report gives comprehensive and practical step-by-step guidelines for European SMEs that are considering how to invest and open a representative office in Japan.

Report: The Japanese market of single-use plastic products and potential substitutes

Marine pollution from plastic waste is a growing concern that is attracting more and more attention.

Infopack: EPA & Government Procurement

Although European firms already have access to the Japanese government procurement market, through the WTO Agreement on Government Procurement (GPA), the EU-Japan EPA will provide additional opportunities to gain Japanese government contracts.

Report: Analysis of opportunities for EU SMEs in Japan‘s Data Economy and Artificial Intelligence in connection with Robotics

This report intends to provide an overview of current AI, robotics and data related policies in Japan.

Report: Artiﬁcial intelligence in Japan and Opportunities for European Companies

An abundance of opportunities exist to European companies hoping to invest in startups and top-scaled Japanese AI firms.

Report: Dairy In Japan

The report is designed to inform EU SMEs about the current trends and business opportunities in this market.

Report: Blockchain in Japan

The report aims to map out the current progress of Japan in this promising market.

Report: Solar energy, energy storage and virtual power plants in Japan

The report takes a close look at the characteristics and trends of this sector.

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EU-Japan Centre for Industrial Cooperation

Joint venture established in 1987 by the European Commission (DG GROW) and the Japanese Government (METI) for promoting all forms of industrial, trade and investment cooperation between the EU and Japan.