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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Summary
The Kansai Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI-Kansai), in cooperation with Osaka Prefecture and Kyoto City, will hold the Kansai Life Science Tour on June 30, 2026.
About the Tour
METI-Kansai has strengthened exchanges with overseas organizations by leveraging the opportunity presented by Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan.
Through these efforts, it has become clear that i
【Summary】
Nakanoshima Qross and BioLabs, one of the world's largest life science organizations, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen international collaboration in the life sciences sector. This will further strengthen the links between the Japanese and overseas life science and innovation ecosystems.
Nakanoshima Qross, operated by the Organization of Future Medicine
With world-class research institutions, a robust industry cluster, a strong environment for international collaboration, and comprehensive business support, Osaka is drawing growing attention as a global center for life sciences innovation.
Osaka’s Momentum Accelerates with Expo 2025
The Osaka–Kansai Expo 2025, held under the theme “Designing Future Society for Our Lives,” welcomed participa
Osaka Prefecture, in cooperation with the EU-Japan Centre for Industrial Cooperation and the Enterprise Europe Network, will host the EU-Japan Biotech & Pharma Partnering Conference 2025
Why Osaka?
Known as Japan’s “pharmaceutical city” for more than 400 years, Osaka is home to global pharmaceutical companies, innovative startups, universities, and cutting-edge research facilities. Suppo
OSAKA, JAPAN – Osaka Prefecture will host "Global Startup Crossroads-Osaka," bringing together international startups, investors, and corporations for four days of intensive business matching September 16-19, 2025. The initiative targets three high-growth sectors: Life Sciences, Carbon Neutral technologies, and Digital innovation (AI/Web3.0).
Key Features:
4 days of concentrated s
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 Qros
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
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
