Services

Market Information


As well as providing a range of statistical information, JETRO's market reports provide useful explanations of import regulations and product labelling requirements. Most reports also contain contact details for major importers and industry associations. Many of these reports are available free of charge in pdf format and can be found here.

JETRO Tokyo also sells various publications through its website, including annually updated market reports for a wide range of products imported into Japan. Click here to find out more.

e-Venue - International Business Matching Database As an all-free international business matching website, e-Venue will enable you to engage in an open business exchange with global partners from more than 150 countries. Simply complete the user/business proposal registration, search and view business proposals and make inquiries.  e-Venue enables you to deliver your business proposals to the world and expand your business opportunities  search for the business proposals registered from all over the world approach business proposals speedily using the chat function

Business Support Centres (IBSC)


JETRO currently operates business support centres in Tokyo, Yokohama, Nagoya, Osaka, Kobe and Fukuoka to encourage foreign investment and market-entry activities in Japan. In addition to providing free office space, the centers are staffed with advisors who provide consulting services for which there is no charge. Click here or contact us directly for more details.

Investing in Japan


Our "Invest Japan" website contains important information for companies looking to start up a business in Japan. Here you will find information about the legal procedures, costs and expenses for setting up a business and the prevailing investment climate of various Japanese cities and prefectures. Click here to find out more.

J-messe: Trade Fair Database


Companies looking for information on trade fairs and exhibitions in Japan and around the world should visit the web-based trade fair database called "J-messe." In addition to searching for trade fairs you can also register a trade fair that you might be promoting. Importers in Japan are also linked to overseas suppliers through virtual trade fairs that are held regularly on the site.

For more information or to search for a trade fair go directly to J-messe.