Press release —
JETRO Accelerates Global Expansion of Overseas Companies in Osaka -Invest Japan Business Support Center Osaka and J-Bridge -
Following the Osaka/Kansai Expo 2025, Osaka, which is located at the crossroads of business in Asia, is increasingly attracting global companies seeking a strategic advantage in the Japanese market. To establish a business in a new country, not only capital, but also trusted partnerships and expert guidance are essential. Here we will focus on the unique services provided by JETRO Osaka, which, as an organization that offers comprehensive support for investment in Japan, engages in activities to attract a diverse range of foreign companies.
An independent administrative institution under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry(METI), Japan External Trade Organization(JETRO) links the Japanese and global economies. Standing between the private sector and the public sector, it engages in the kind of economically- and socially-beneficial projects that a government-related organization is uniquely positioned to undertake.
JETRO, a Partner for Business Success, Works to Attract Overseas Companies
● J-Bridge accelerates cross-border open innovation
JETRO promotes collaborative partnerships between Japanese companies and organizations including overseas startups through J-Bridge, a business platform for the creation of cross-border open innovation. J-Bridge users are Japanese companies interested in open innovation with overseas companies, and as of February 2026, it is used by 3,078 individuals at 1,976 companies.
―For the startups/companies who are interested in...
- Utilizing the capabilities of Japanese companies in product development, manufacturing, marketing, etc. through technical and business alliances.
- Considering investment from Japanese companies.
- Expanding business not only domestically in Japan but internationally with Japanese companies.
- Developing/researching or manufacturing related to the field of “Digital”(semi-conductor, microelectronics, etc.), “Green”(carbon neutral, etc.), and “Life-science/Healthcare”(regenerative medicine, etc.) industries.
―J-Bridge will open opportunities for foreign startups/companies to meet Japanese companies.
- Online Japanese Portal Profile
JETRO will create an online business summary profile for registered overseas startups/companies and provide this information to “J-Bridge Members” (Japanese companies).
2. Meet-up Service with J-Bridge Members
Overseas startups/companies that JETRO supports can access our “Japanese Partner Finder” platform which contains information on Japanese companies interested in collaboration. You can search for Japanese companies and send meeting requests through the platform.
3. Invitation to Events
Overseas startups/companies will be provided information about various JETRO online events to promote digital transformation, carbon neutrality, and open innovation, including opportunities to attend seminars/business pitches.
4. Business Meetings arranged via JETRO
For startups with unique technologies and/or solutions, JETRO will reach out and organise business meetings with J-Bridge Members.
Details available here
https://www.jetro.go.jp/ext_images/en/j-bridge/member/pdf/j-bridge_introduction_eng.pdf
●Invest Japan Business Support Center (IBSC) Osaka
JETRO IBSC Osaka offers a one-stop service to foreign-affiliated companies inside and outside Japan, supporting them to start business in the Kansai area. We provide comprehensive and individually tailored support from establishing a base to expanding business in Japan. Consultations are available in both Japanese and English.
- SERVICES
Temporary Offices
IBSC Osaka offers free, temporary space for foreign companies which plan to establish permanent bases in the Kansai area. Located on the 29th floor of a building in the center of Osaka, with easy access throughout Kansai, IBSC allows users to conveniently meet with business partners and set up new office.
Consultation Services
- Company establishment, residence status and visa
- Staff recruitment
- Office locations & industrial sites
- Information on incentives & relevant laws
Details available here
https://www.jetro.go.jp/ext_images/invest/ibsc/locations/pdf/IBSC_osaka_en202605.pdf
- A Comment from JETRO Osaka’s Investment in Japan Advisor
Each year, the JETRO Osaka team caringly handles consultations from a number of foreign companies that reaches 100. Our highly experienced advisors provide comprehensive and hands-on support with incorporating a company, opening bank accounts, and applying for a business administration/skilled worker visa, which are important procedures when it comes to doing business in Japan, especially in Osaka and Kansai. Temporary offices are also available for use while preparing to incorporate a company. If you are a company considering doing business in Osaka or Kansai, please feel free to contact us.
Talk to JETRO Osaka first!
Details available here
Contact
Invest Japan Business Support Center (IBSC), JETRO Osaka
Phone: +81-(0)6-4705-8660
E-mail: OSD@jetro.go.jp
*For inquiries from overseas, please first contact your nearest local JETRO office:
