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SusHi Tech Tokyo 2024 Global Startup Program

Sustainable High City Tech for a future – Fostering open innovation with startups from Tokyo to the world. Asia’s largest and Japan’s only global innovation conference that creates “new encount...

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Innovation and collaboration in Japan – with Tim Romero

In this episode we reconnect with our very first guest, Tim Romero, who brought his insights from the world of start-ups. Today we have him back for a fascinating chat …

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International Trade Week

Led by the Department for Business and Trade (DBT), in partnership with industry, ITW features a variety of activities for companies such as events, workshops and webinars. Whether you’re looking …

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Employment Law in Japan – with Hiroshi Chiba

In this episode Steve chats with experienced lawyer, Hiroshi Chiba, of Uchisaiwaicho Law Firm. With his speciality in employment law, Chiba-san provides key insight on the subject. From recruiting and …

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Aeromart Nagoya

Aeromart Nagoya is a flagship aerospace B2B event in Japan. It covers a wide array of topics related to the latest technologies and trends for supply chain continuity and manufacturing …

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Intellectual Property in Japan

Kicking off a new season of episodes with this conversation about IP in Japan with Satoru Mori of Shiga International Patent office.

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Toyota Open Labs – open innovation platform

Toyota Open Labs is an open innovation platform bringing together startups with business units across the Toyota ecosystem, to scale innovation and lead the market into the next phase of mobility. With …

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Invest in Aichi-Nagoya Acceleration Initiative – Gateway to Japanese Innovation

This seminar organized by the INVEST IN AICHI-NAGOYA CONSORTIUM has been carefully crafted to provide valuable insights for foreign companies interested in establishing a presence in Aichi Prefecture. “Invest in...

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Opportunities in Japan – Northern Powerhouse

Businesses from across the North of England are invited to join us on Wednesday 6 September 2023 for a webinar to explore their potential in Japan.  Taking place between 09:00 …

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MIPRO Startup Seminar

Key Points of Tax for Foreigners Starting Business in Japan As MIPRO say: “Knowledge of taxation is essential for running a company in Japan. This time, we will have Ms. …

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X-HUB TOKYO Acceleration Program for Tokyo Market Entry

Applications Now Open! Tokyo Metropolitan Government is accepting applications for X-HUB TOKYO INBOUND PROGRAM, an acceleration program to support cutting-edge startups for entering Tokyo market. DEADLINE FOR APPLICAT...

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Independent Ageing 2023

Expo and ConventionInnovative Solutions & Technologies for the Ageing Population As life expectancy is increasing the world population is ageing. Many ageing people wish to continue with their independent lifestyl...

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Prime Minister acknowledges UK success in Japan

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was in Tokyo this May, in advance of his visit to Hiroshima for the G7 Leader’s Summit. He addressed an exclusive business reception hosted by the …

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The UK-APAC Tech Conference@ London Tech Week

Are you a UK tech company looking to export to the Asia Pacific Region? Join the Department for Business and Trade as they delve into what it takes to successfully …

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UK-Japan Digital Partnership – with Jana Psarska of TechUK

The UK-Japan Digital Partnership was signed at the end of 2022. Steve talked to Jana Psarska earlier in the year to discuss the implication of the agreement, the priorities and …

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The visit of the UK’s Trade Envoy to Japan Greg Clark

During the third week of March (15-17th) the Prime Minister’s Trade Envoy to Japan, Greg Clark MP, visited Japan. It coincided with a number of events across various sectors, providing …

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Open Innovation – Open Network Lab

Open Network Lab Open Innovation is now accepting the 1st Batch of applications. Deadline: 2023/3/31, Noon (JST) | Program period: Early June to Late November, 2023 VISION: Designing our New …

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Japan Success Story: Bango (Part 2)

The technology behind every payment choice. The second part of Steve’s chat with Anil Malhotra, Chief Marketing Officer (and co-founder) speaking from the UK, and Andy Suzuki, SVP for APAC, …

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Japan Success Story: Bango (Part 1)

The technology behind every payment choice. Steve talks to Bango’s Anil Malhotra, Chief Marketing Officer (and co-founder) speaking from the UK, and Andy Suzuki, SVP for APAC, based in Tokyo. …

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Sharpen Your International Edge – An opportunity to Grow in New Markets

About the Showcase Event: This event is an opportunity for innovative high-growth businesses in London to find out how we can help them to grow their international presence, build connections …

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Online reverse pitch event – Collaboration opportunities with Japanese companies

JETRO is holding an ‘online reverse pitch event’ to promote collaboration between European start-ups andJapanese companies. Nine leading Japanese companies will do reverse pitching: Astellas Europe | Shionog...

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OSAKA EXPO 2025 – UK Pavilion Construction Contracts

His Majesty’s Government (HMG) is working on its strategy towards the architectural design and build of the UK Pavilion at Osaka, Kansai, EXPO 2025. There are several options being explored, …

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A Practical Guide To Japan

Download our in-depth practical guide to Japan so you can prepare for your upcoming business trip without the stress. Getting Around Japan Gets a Whole Lot Easier with our Handy …

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City-Tech Tokyo

City-Tech.Tokyo is the first global event for startups led by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government as the first step in its the first step in its SusHi Tech Tokyo initiative to …

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Yuriko Koike, Governor of Tokyo: The City of Tokyo as a Financial and Tourist Centre

JAPAN SOCIETY The Japan Society welcome Ms Yuriko Koike, Governor of Tokyo, in London next month. She’ll share her vision for Tokyo’s continued development as a global city, with focus …

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Marketing in Japan with Nanako Aramaki of Tamlo

Nanako Aramaki, Chief Localisation Officer, from the Tokyo/London content marketing agency Tamlo, joins Steve in a chat that covers the specific considerations for digital content in Japan. Copying and pasting …

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OSAKA EXPO 2025: A World of Opportunity – with Kay Nemoto of Dentsu and Minami Uchida of EY Strategy & Consulting.

Steve talks to two experts about opportunities around OSAKA EXPO 2025 and beyond.

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WIND EXPO JAPAN 2023 UK PAVILION & TRADE MISSION

13 – 17 March 2023, Tokyo Join the UK Pavilion at WIND EXPO JAPAN 2023: Japan’s largest Wind Energy Trade show.As a well-established business platform of the latest technologies, information, …

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Travel restrictions lifted – Japan is open for business

Making the most of CEPA Darren Goff explains how Japan has resumed welcoming all visitors!  The DIT regional Director of Trade and Investment, based at the British Embassy in Tokyo, …

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Osaka Expo 2025 – call for suppliers

The Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition is compiling a list of various agencies to provide services in relation to the pavilions of Official Participants (foreign governments and international …

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Shifting Supply Chains and its Impact on the Indo-Pacific Business Landscape

The British Chamber of Commerce in Japan (BCCJ) is pleased to be collaborating with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Japan (CCCJ) to bring you a hybrid panel discussion breakfast …

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The Export Shed

Leveraging the benefits of the Japan Free Trade Agreement – A Panel Discussion2nd November 2022 – 10:00am – 11:00am Part workshop, part discussion forum, The Export Shed is a place …

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NEC Innovation Challenge

The Japanese IT and electronics giant, NEC, are launching an Open Innovation competition called ‘Agorize’. The deadline for applications for international SMEs is 4th December 2022. NEC are accepting applications &hel...

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Introducing British Chamber of Commerce Japan with Richard Lyle, BCCJ President.

Episode 26 sees Steve chatting with new(ish) president of BCCJ, Richard Lyle. Giving us an introduction to the aims and initiatives of BCCJ and the value gained through membership.

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Japan is Open for Business

Autumn 2022 With the easing of restrictions to travel we welcome the return of in-person events. The COVID-19 pandemic had serious repercussions globally. International travel stopped being an option for …

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Overcoming Japan’s ‘Galapagos Syndrome’ with Dr. Lei Liu, AstraZeneca Japan

Japanese business is often compared to the ecosystem on the Galapagos Islands: unique due to its isolation. Can changes in regulation provide a shot in the arm for Japan’s economy?

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Market Research in Japan with Rupert Sutton

In this episode, Steve talks to Rupert Sutton from Weben Partners. Rupert explains some key concepts to understand about the Japanese consumer that companies should consider before entering the Japanese …

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Building Your Brand in Japan with Tajinder Banwait

In this episode, we interview Tajinder Banwait, Founder and Managing Director at Urban Apothecary London.

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Acquiring a Japan web domain

For companies with .com domain names, it is common for the Japanese part of the website to reside in a directory, such as www.example.com/ja/ For businesses without a .com domain, …

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Setting up a Company in Japan with Yoko Majima

Today we interview Yoko Majima, a certified Japanese gyosei shoshi lawyer who specialises in market entry for international companies.

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2021 UK-Japan Business Survey for UK companies interested in the Japanese market is now live

The Department for International Trade is seeking feedback from UK companies who are interested in exporting to the Japanese market. The survey should take around 5-10 minutes to complete and …

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New government backed program for UK start-ups entering Japan

Kobe City Government in partnership with Innovation Dojo have created Kobe Startup Hub, a programme to help startups entering Japan. The scheme aims to connect entrepreneurs, mentors, investors and other …

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Kansai Employment Consultation Center (KECC)

The Japanese Ministry for Health, Labor and Welfare has established a support network for foreign companies in Japan as part of the National Strategic Special Zones Act. As part of …

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Video: Trading with Japan – What does the new Free Trade Agreement mean for your business?

Are you looking for new markets for your products and/or services? Have the events of the last 12 months made you rethink your sales strategy and are you considering growing …

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Recorded Webinar: Cultural Consideration for Exporting to Japan

Learn how to effectively deal with potential Japanese business partners and the cultural considerations of this unique market.  What will I learn? Japan’s unique culture has been shaped by trends and …

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Navigating Business Culture in Japan with Wakako Yamaguchi

In this episode, Steve is joined by colleague Wakako Yamaguchi, Account Manager at Business Link Japan. As a native Japanese speaker with many years of experience introducing brands to the …

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The Story of an Iconic British Brand in Japan with Jim Walker

Jim Walker is co-managing director of Walker’s Shortbread Ltd, whose products are now a staple of souvenir shops up and down Japan. In this episode, Jim gives us some great …

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Webinar: Spotlight on Japan

In partnership with the Department for International Trade and Business Link Japan, we will be hosting a live webinar, Spotlight on Japan, on Friday 12 March 10am – 11am. Aimed …

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Nikkei FINSUM: FinTech Summit 2021

STARTUP PITCH COMPETITION APPLICATION is CLOSED for 2021  Nikkei FINSUM is one of the most well-known Fintech conference organised by Nikkei (Financial Times equivalent). The UK Fintech start-ups have been p...

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UK TechFest: Networking Opportunities

REGISTRATION is CLOSED for UK companies   This is a virtual business matching event between 29 leading UK smart cities companies and local companies in APAC following Round Table chaired by the …