Osaka Prefecture and Osaka City will exhibit at Singapore FinTech Festival (SFF) 2026, taking place in Singapore from November 18 to 20, 2026, together with two Osaka-based companies selected through an open call.
Osaka and the wider Kansai region form an economic area with a population of approximately 20 million. As one of Japan’s leading business hubs, the region is home to a divers
Osaka Prefectural Government welcomed international investors and entrepreneurs for the Osaka Innovation Tour on October 4–6, 2026, introducing them to the region’s technology companies, startup support organizations and business environment alongside Global Startup EXPO 2026 (GSE2026).
The program combined a briefing by prefectural officials with participation in GSE2026 and meetings
Global Startup EXPO 2026 (GSE2026), an international event bringing together leaders in deep tech, investment and industry, will be held in Osaka from October 5 to 7, 2026.
The three-day event will bring together startups, investors, corporations, universities, research institutions, and other innovation leaders from Japan and around the world. The program will focus on six strategic t
For international startups, Japan offers sophisticated customers, globally competitive corporations and deep technological expertise. But succeeding in Japan requires more than setting up a local entity.
Brian Lim, COO of encognize G.K., has worked with more than 200 startups across innovation ecosystems in Asia. Today, he supports overseas startups entering Japan and Japanese startups
Global Startup EXPO 2026 (GSE 2026) will take place in Osaka from October 5–7, 2026, bringing together startups, investors, business leaders and innovators from Japan and around the world. Tickets are now available, offering international visitors an opportunity to connect with Japan's startup ecosystem firsthand.
GSE 2026 will spotlight six key deep tech fields—Bio/Healthcare, AI/Advanced
From a centuries-old pharmaceutical district to regenerative medicine and healthy longevity, Osaka is connecting the pieces of a modern life sciences ecosystem.
Osaka has been a center of Japan’s pharmaceutical industry for centuries. Doshomachi, in the heart of the city, developed as a major medicine trading district during the Edo period and remains home to more than 300 pharmaceutical-relate
WHX Osaka was held from July 2 to 4, 2026, in Osaka, bringing together regional, national and international stakeholders from government, healthcare, academia, industry and life sciences innovation ecosystems.
Across the inaugural WHX Osaka, the Global Life Sciences Roundtable and the Osaka Pavilion in the exhibition area, discussions focused on how future medicine, regenerative medicin
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The Kansai Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI-Kansai) is pleased to announce the release of the “INVEST JAPAN, INVEST KANSAI 2026” promotional publication, developed to support and encourage inward investment into the Kansai region of Japan.
About the booklet
METI-Kansai works to promote foreign direct investment into the Kansai region by providing information to companie
Here we take a look at a pavilion and programs being led by Osaka Prefecture that are attracting attention.
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Overview of WHX Osaka 2026 event
[Schedule] July 2 - 4 (Thurs. to Sat.), 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
[Venue] INTEX Osaka, Hall 6 (1-5-102 Nanko-Kita, Suminoe-Ku, Osaka)
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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
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The Kansai region holds significant potential as a global hub for food tech, integrating rich food culture with cutting-edge technologies.
METI-KANSAI (Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, Kansai Bureau) has published “KANSAI × FOOD TECH”, a booklet that showcases this potential and highlights leading players in the region.
What is Food Tech?
Food tech is a coined term that
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・Osaka: A city connected to the world through the Osaka–Kansai Expo ・Osaka’s robust deep-tech and science cluster, home to the world’s first approved iPS cell–based product
・Osaka's investment potential and opportunities for business expansion
What is the Vision of Global Financial City OSAKA?
The vision of Global Financial City OSAKA is an initiative to build a city that a
Osaka Prefectural Government will host the “Nakanoshima Qross Innovation Challenge” on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at Nakanoshima Qross as part of the “NQ Global Startup Gateway” (Nakanoshima Qross Global Startup Creation and Hub Formation Project) (*1).
This event is a selective pitch competition in which 16 promising startups in the life sciences field, aiming for global expansion, will present th
Osaka Prefecture has achieved a remarkable leap in the Global Power City Index (GPCI) 2025, published annually by the Mori Memorial Foundation’s Institute for Urban Strategies.Osaka climbed from 35th to 18th place, marking the largest improvement among the 48 cities evaluated worldwide.
This sharp rise reflects Osaka’s ongoing transformation into a more competitive global city, driven by intern
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
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 during EXPO 2025.
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 not
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 partne
Osaka Prefecture and Osaka City Open Doors to International Investors - Free Online Participation Available
Osaka Prefecture and Osaka City announce the Osaka Finance Forum, a premier event connecting global investors with cutting-edge startups from the Kansai region. This hybrid event welcomes both in-person and online attendees, enabling global participation.
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