Investing in Japan
Investment News
- Nov. 30, 2006
- Reports on the Invest Japan Symposium 2006 held in Singapore on November 1st
- Nov. 30, 2006
- Reports on the Japan Business Strategy Forum 2006 held in Santa Clara CA, USA on November 7th
- Nov. 21, 2006
- Renewal of "Regional Information" page
- Nov. 10, 2006
- Industrial Tour Ibaraki 2006: Cutting - edge Science and an International Port City -
- Nov. 8, 2006
- British businesses report that Japan is one of their most profitable markets
- Nov. 6, 2006
- Micro Manufacturing: OKAYAMA Industrial Tour
- Nov. 1, 2006
- Reports on the Invest Japan Symposium 2006 held in London on 26th September
- Oct. 31, 2006
- New success story reports now available!
- Oct. 31, 2006
- Latest reports on "East Asian Companies Making Strides into Japan's Service Industry" now available!
- Oct. 26, 2006
- During the first half of FY2006, 45 foreign companies set up a business in Japan with JETRO services
- Oct. 25, 2006
- From our latest newsletter; "Toward synergy: 40 years of strong Singapore-Japan ties" (Tan Chin Tiong, Ambassador, Embassy of the Republic of Singapore)
- Oct. 16, 2006
- Latest reports on "Care and Welfare Industries,Today and Tomorrow" now available!
- Oct. 10, 2006
- Automobile Industry: TOCHIGI Industrial Tour
- Oct. 10, 2006
- "Investment Mission 2006" Now inviting applications.
- Sep. 29, 2006
- "Japan Business Strategy Forum 2006" in Santa Clara CA, USA on November 7
- Sep. 29, 2006
- "The Invest Japan Symposium 2006" in Singapore on November 1
- Sep. 6, 2006
- Latest reports on "Mobile Communications Progressing Toward 4th Generation" now available!
- Sep. 5, 2006
- International Workshop on Microelectronics Assembling and Packaging & Reverse Trade Show in Fukuoka
- Sep. 5, 2006
- Subsidies for Foreign-affiliated companies establishing businesses in Osaka FY2006
- Aug. 25, 2006
- "The Invest Japan Symposium 2006" in London on 26th September
- Jul. 21, 2006
- JETRO continues to contribute in facilitating foreign direct investment into Japan
- Dec. 5, 2005
- Investment symposiums in New York and the heart of Silicon Valley
- Sep. 6, 2005
- Japan-Germany Investment Symposium in Berlin (July 4, 2005)
Nov. 21, 2006
Renewal of "Regional Information" page
To provide easier access to information about Japanese various regions, JETRO renewed the"Regional Information" page October 2006.
This page profiles Japan's regions, highlighting major industries and clusters-including size, attractive features and R&D activities-as well as other aspects of the general business environment. The newest feature of this regional information page is the ability to access by industrial clusters.
Industries:
As of October: Automobile and Transport Equipment, Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare, Semiconductors, Information and Communication Technology, Biotechnology
Coming soon: Electronic Components and Devices, Life Sciences, Precision Machinery (Robotics, Optics, Precision Instruments, etc.), Other attractive industries
Nov. 10, 2006
Industrial Tour Ibaraki 2006: Cutting - edge Science and an International Port City -
Ibaraki Prefecture will organize an industrial tour for foreign businesses to introduce Ibaraki as an investment destination. The tour will showcase the J-PARC Complex, a leading-edge science area that boasts a high-powered proton accelerator expected to make rapid advances in a variety of research fields, and Hitachi-naka development area, a port and commercial area, including the Hitachi National Seaside Park, that is transforming Hitachi-naka into an international port city. Both areas are full of business opportunities and the tour organizers look forward to welcoming participants.
Oct. 31, 2006
New success story reports now available!
To date, examples of over 100 companies beginning operation in Japan have been posted on our Success Stories Web page. We are happy to announce that fourteen more examples of companies that have used JETRO's services have been added.
= Main points covered by the articles =
1. Opportunities in Japan
2. Market Entry
3. Results and Outlook
= Business examples =
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Ellacoya Networks, GeoVector, Impact Investing, InterAct Technologies Japan, Proofpoint, UFIDA Software Engineering Japan, ANCA, Balco Australia, Pelican Products, Edelman, Elanex, HRnet One, Wall Street Institute, Japan, KBS Japan
Oct. 26, 2006
During the first half of FY2006, 45 foreign companies set up a business in Japan with JETRO services
During the first half of FY2006 (April 2006 to September 2006), a total of 45 foreign companies, who made use of the services provided by JETRO(*), have set up a business in Japan. The number has increased from 39 over the same period in FY2005. In terms of the companies' origin, 16 companies are from Europe, 15 from Asia/Pacific region, and 14 from North America.
Based solely on the number of companies that JETRO has supported over the past three years, there tends to be a trend which shows the following: 1) locations where the foreign companies set up offices are not limited to Tokyo but widely spread over the country, 2) the number of European and Asian/Pacific companies is increasing, although US companies still constitutes the largest number.
(*) JETRO operates Invest Japan Business Support Centers (IBSCs) to provide one-stop service to foreign firms seeking to set-up business in Japan. The service includes: providing information on the regulations and incentives from national and local governments, helping with procedural requirements for establishing a business, finding location and qualified staff, and offering temporary offices that can be used free of charge for up to 50 business days, etc. IBSCs have supported 351 companies in setting up a business in Japan since its launch in 2003.
Further information of JETRO services can be found at "support and services" section on our website.
Sep. 5, 2006
International Workshop on Microelectronics Assembling and Packaging & Reverse Trade Show in Fukuoka
Kyushu is Japan's largest center for the production of semiconductors, accounting for approximately 30% of the country's output. Known as “silicon island", Kyushu is home to some 600 semiconductor businesses.
However, approximately 70% of these are small or medium in scale and therefore have limited access to the management resources and networks required for R&D and international business.
To help address this situation, JETRO, in conjunction with the Fukuoka prefectural and municipal governments, will hold MAP 2006, the 6th International Workshop on Microelectronics Assembling and Packaging & Reverse Trade Show, with the aim of providing a forum to help these companies place their technologies and products on global markets and gather information on diverse needs and new technologies available in those markets. Details are provided below.
The event is open to all companies interested in negotiating business with Japanese and overseas semiconductor companies. We look forward to welcoming you.
| Date | October 30 to November 1, 2006 |
|---|---|
| Venue | JAL Resort Seahawk Hotel Fukuoka 2-3 Jigyohama 2-chome, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Tel: +81-92-844-8111 |
| Organizers | MAP 2006 Organizing Committee, Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association, JETRO, the Fukuoka prefectural and municipal governments |
| Program | Keynote speeches, technical and business presentations, poster sessions, business meetings |
| Participation fee | ¥20,000 per person |
| Applications | MAP 2006 |
- For more information, please contact
- JETRO Fukuoka
Person in charge: Masane Saito
TEL: +81-92-741-8783 FAX: +81-92-714-0709
E-mail: FUK@jetro.go.jp
Sep. 5, 2006
Subsidies for Foreign-affiliated companies establishing businesses in Osaka FY2006
To promote foreign investment in Japan, Osaka Prefecture, in partnership with JETRO, is offering subsidies to cover a portion of the expenses incurred by foreign companies that meet certain criteria and are establishing businesses in Osaka Prefecture through the JETRO Invest Japan Business Support Center (IBSC) Osaka.
Outline of subsidy program
| Eligible companies | Foreign-affiliated companies that wish to establish businesses in Osaka prefecture by making use of the services of IBSC Osaka. |
|---|---|
| Applicable expenses | The following expenses incurred in Japan for establishing businesses in Osaka Prefecture: - Fees for commissioning relevant market research and expenses for hiring interpreters - Expenses for obtaining licenses, permits and registrations - Key monies paid for renting business space [Note] 1. Subsidies only apply to expenses incurred between April 3, 2006 and March 30, 2007 2. Subsidies only apply to expenses that have received prior approval. 3. Subsidies will reimburse portion of applicable expenses only after such expenses have been paid in full by applicant. |
| Subsidy rate | Up to 50% of applicable expenses |
| Maximum amount | One million yen Offer will terminate before fiscal year end if budget amount is reached.For more information, please contact the Investment Promotion Center. |
| Direct applications and inquiries to | Investment Promotion Div., Industry and Labor Planning Office, Department of Commerce, Industry and Labor, Osaka Prefectural Government (Investment Promotion Center) NBF Tanimachi Building 8F, 1-2-12 Ote-dori, Chuo-ku, Osaka 540-0021, Japan TEL: +81-6-6941-0351 (Ext. 4682 - 4683) FAX: +81-6-6944-6721 E-Mail: kigyoyuchi@sbox.pref.osaka.lg.jp Download application form from: Investment Promotion Center (Japanese only)JETRO Invest Japan Business Support Center (IBSC) Osaka Nakanoshima Mitsui Building 5F, 3-3-3 Nakanoshima, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-0005, Japan TEL: +81-6-6447-2309 FAX: +81-6-6447-2329 E-Mail: ibscosaka@jetro.go.jp |
Aug. 25, 2006
"The Invest Japan Symposium 2006" in London on 26th September
JETRO will host "The Invest Japan Symposium 2006" on the theme of "Creating Value through Innovation" in London on 26th September. Attendance is strictly by registration only. Please book early to avoid disappointment.
