Industries
Attractive Sectors
We introduce Japan's attractive sectors. Learn about each sector's general overview and trends, government initiatives, and alluring markets for foreign companies.
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Digital Technology
In the International Institute for Management Development’s (IMD) Digital Competitiveness Ranking (2023) covering 64 countries, Japan ranks 8th overall in the Asia-Pacific region. Notably, Japan held top positions in infrastructure development.
IMD's Digital Competitiveness Ranking
8rd in the world
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Life Science
The pharmaceutical sector of Japan, one of the 3rd largest in the world, is expected to grow due to increased healthcare spending and the introduction of digital technology.
Pharmaceuticals market size (2022)
3rd largest in the world
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Sustainability and Energy
In 2022, Japan's supply of renewable energy increased by 16% compared to the previous year, marking a 75% increase from 2010 and becoming a growth market. Efforts towards achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 is expected to continue through collaboration between the government and private sectors.
Renewable energy supply growth rate
75% Compared to FY 2010
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Manufacturing
In terms of value added in the manufacturing industry, Japan ranks third in the world, after China and the United States. And with approximately 15% of its labor force engaged in manufacturing and related sectors, Japan will continue to develop as a global manufacturing hub.
Manufacturing value added
3rd in the world
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Tourism and Hospitality
The tourism sector, with its rapidly increasing number of foreign visitors to Japan and record-high inbound consumption of 35 billion USD* (5.3 trillion JPY) *, is expected to expand its business opportunities further with the promotion of digitalization and regional tourism.
Travel Spending by Foreign Visitors to Japan(2023)
35 billionUSD
JETRO’s Market and Industry Information Service
As part of our support services, JETRO provides industry research reports tailored to the interests and needs of foreign companies and foreign-affiliated companies wishing to enter the Japanese market. If you are interested, please contact us using the inquiry form at the bottom of the page. To learn more about JETRO’s support, please click here.
Examples of Market Research Report Titles
- Digital Technology
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- Survey on implementing generative AI for the Japanese insurance industry
- Market research on digital PCR testing equipment
- Life Science
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- Pharmaceutical and biotech companies engaged in small molecule drug discovery in Japan
- Market attractiveness for limb immobilization (orthopaedic casts, splints, spasticity) devices in Japan
- Sustainability and Energy（Green）
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- Permission required for companies related to geothermal power generation to enter Japan
- Comparison of EV battery features by major EV battery manufacturers
- Manufacturing
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- Market research on SLM metal 3D printers and laser cutting machines
- Market report on industrial transport robots (AGVs and AMRs) in Japan
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