Osaka is home to a large concentration of pharmaceutical companies, universities, national research institutes, and government agencies.
As a result, the below 3 distinct life science clusters have formed within the Osaka prefecture:
"Saito" (Saito Life Science Park) for drug discovery "Kento" (Northern Osaka Health and Biomedical Innovation Town) for healthcare "Nakanoshima
About Osaka’s Life Sciences Industry
Osaka has three life science hubs: Saito, where drug discovery companies gather; Kento, which has two national research institutes and is centered on health and healthcare; and Nakanoshima Qross, an international hub for future medicine based on regenerative medicine.
In Osaka, in order to connect these three hubs and further develop the health and medica
The MedTech Actuator and JETRO will host the final pitch event of the J-StarX HealthTech Accelerator in collaboration with Nakanoshima Qross.
The J-StarX HealthTech Gateway Demo Day, featuring Healthcare startups pitch, to be held at Nakanoshima Qross, the newly opened international hub for future medicine commercialization that unites medical institutions, startups, and industry partners under
Are You Planning to Visit Osaka for Both EXPO 2025 and Business Opportunities?
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Special page (Osaka Bu
Business Information of Kansai Companies for business people visiting Kansai region
On the occasion of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, we've created a promotional tool (website) to help business people visiting the Kansai region discover new business opportunities.
The website offers insights for overseas companies looking to find business partners in Kansai.
It features a selection of 30
On February 17, 2025, the Osaka Prefectural Government hosted "OPEN!! OSAKA," a comprehensive press tour showcasing the region's international business environment and growth strategy. The program included visits to Kansai International Airport, Osaka Prefecture’s Sakishima office, and Nakanoshima Qross, featuring high-level presentations and an interview session with Governor Yoshimura.
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Are You Planning to Visit Osaka for Both EXPO 2025 and Business Opportunities?
EXPO 2025 presents an ideal opportunity to explore business potential in Japan's second-largest economic zone. For business visitors seeking to maximize their time in Osaka, several key resources have been specifically developed to support international business development before, during, and after the EXPO 2025.
Osaka has proposed a special zone framework utilizing the government's financial and asset management special zone program to promote the concentration and enhancement of financial and asset management services alongside the development of growth sectors. The city is positioning itself to maximize its economic power and strategic location while harnessing the momentum of the Osaka-Kansai Expo 2025
At the crossroads of Asian commerce, Osaka continues to attract global businesses seeking strategic advantages in the Japanese market. Since 2001, 678 international companies have discovered what makes our city unique: a perfect blend of innovation, support, and opportunity. Here's why leading companies are making Osaka their home in Asia.
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5 Strategic Advantages Drawing Global Companies to Japan's Second-Largest Economic Region
As global businesses seek new opportunities in Asia, Osaka is rapidly emerging as a prime destination for international investment and expansion. Through the dynamic "OPEN!! OSAKA"campaign, the Osaka Prefecture showcases five distinctive advantages that make this vibrant metropolis an increasingly attracti
Numerous Light Programs Illuminate the City Starting November 3rd, 2024
Festival of the Lights in Osaka Executive Committee（Osaka Prefecture and Osaka City,etc.） announced 'Festival of the Lights in OSAKA 2024,' a winter illumination event that will envelop the entire city in brilliant light. Landmark locations throughout Osaka will be decorated with illuminations.
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Osaka Prefecture and Osaka City Open Doors to International Investors - Free Online Participation Available
Osaka Prefecture and Osaka City announce the Osaka Finance Forum, featuring Life Science and Healthcare startups pitch, to be held at Nakanoshima Qross, the newly opened international hub for future medicine commercialization that unites medical institutions, startups, and industry pa
