innovation

INNOVATION DAY

Dec

2025

The EU-Japan Centre for Industrial Cooperation and EURAXESS Japan are pleased to announce Innovation Day 2025, an on-site event highlighting cutting-edge European and Japanese projects.

German-Japanese Networking Event “Germany: Your Gateway to Robotics & Automation Markets in Europe”

ECOS Consult GmbH is pleased to extend to you a cordial invitation to attend their upcoming networking event, “Germany: Your Gateway to Robotics & Automation Markets

Fukuoka City delegation attending Slush in Helsinki

Five startups from Fukuoka City will travel this November to Helsinki to attend Slush, a world’s leading event for cutting-edge technology and innovation — bringing together a curated crowd of European startups, world-class investors, and tech journalists.

OpTecBB welcomes OKI Europe as newest member

OpTecBB is proud to announce that OKI Europe has officially joined its association, bringing with them a legacy of innovation and excellence in printing technology.

Slush 2025 Complete Guide: A summary of recommended events for those coming from Japan

In this Japanese article, Helsinki Partners share events that help Slush participants network with Finland and the Nordics.

Bavaria – Japan CONNECT hybrid event: Innovation & Cooperation in Advanced Electronics

Hybrid event links Bavaria-Japan innovation in semiconductors, AI, power modules, wide-bandgap and automotive intelligence.

EASA and JCAB Launch New Phase of EU-Japan Aviation Partnership Project

Following the success of the first EU-Japan Aviation Partnership Project (APP), conducted between June 2023 and December 2024, a new phase will run from July 2025 to June 2029 through a new EU-Japan APP.

Andalusia and Kyoto Join Forces to Drive Technological Innovation in Industry

Andalusia and Kyoto collaborate to boost tech innovation and knowledge exchange.

Sustainable Cities at the Core of Malmö–Tokyo Cooperation

Malmö deepens cooperation with Tokyo and other Japanese cities through sustainability, innovation, and business exchange.

SCCON 2025 International Matchmaking

As part of the Smart Country Convention, Germany's leading event for the digitalization of the public sector, the local EEN partners are organizing various events. Participants can expect different sessions and a diverse mix of delegations, pitches, and matchmaking.

City of Lappeenranta goes to Japan

Strengthening regional RDI collaboration as part of international engagement.

Scaling to Japan: A Practical Guide for European Innovation and Growth

The EIT Global Outreach's latest report meets the growing demand for practical tools and strategic insights to help European innovators navigate Japan’s unique ecosystem and accelerate global growth.

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EU-Japan Centre's News

The Centre's June 2026 newsletter has been released !

The Centre quarterly newsletter, June 2026 issue, is now available. In this issue: Last chance…

Nippon Export Award 2026-27

The Belgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce in Japan (BLCCJ) is organizing the 13th edition of the…

JAPANESE ECONOMIC AND BUSINESS WEEKLY NEWSLETTER: 17 July - 24 July,2026

The EU Japan Centre is releasing a weekly press review covering Japan's economic and business…

Events

Japan

16/03/2026 - 19/03/2026

Green Business Mission in Japan

The next mission will take place from 23-26 March, 2027 Planned application period: September - early November 2026 Please note that this page is still under construction; content relating to…

Japan

05/10/2026 - 09/10/2026

Biotech Business Mission in Japan

Mission dates: 05 - 09 Oct 2026 Are you active in the biotech, pharma, or related healthcare sectors and seeking business, technology, or collaboration opportunities in Japan? This autumn, the EU-…

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EU-Japan Newsletter, issue #94

EU-Japan Newsletter, issue #93

Japanese Policy and Regulatory Developments News March 2026

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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.