Publications - Reports

In this section, you will find a selection of market reports, fact sheets and publications drawn up by industry experts. This page will be regularly updated and we encourage you to return for future developments.

Report: Techniques for effective virtual communication with Japanese partners

Under the Covid crisis we surveyed a wide range of Japanese managers involved in large-scale Japanese-European collaborative arrangements about their experiences of online business meetings and virtual communication with their European counterparts.

EPA Handbook: A guide to help EU SMEs import Japanese products

Would you like to start importing food or non-food stuffs from Japan, but are unsure what 'preferential tariff treatment', 'rules of origin' and 'HS codes' are?

Report: Latest trends in biotechnology research in Japan

Japan spends consistently over 3% of its GDP on R&D, of which some 70% come from industry. Concerning biotech-related R&D, more than half is directed towards pharmaceutical and medical goals.

Report: Export & Import EU-Japan Trade data 2020

The report focuses primarily on the balance of trade between Japan, the EU and its constituent Member States in 2020.

Report: Smart Mobility Market in Japan and Opportunities for EU SMEs

The modern world is changing swiftly – the technological, environmental, societal challenges are addressed with new solutions.

Report: Japan’s Private Equity and Venture Capital Landscape for EU SMEs and Start-ups

The capital market for SMEs and start-ups consists of several segments, ranging from SME lending and crowdfunding to business angels and venture capital markets.

Report: Recent Evolution of Japanese Outbound Tourism and Recommendations for EU SMEs

The main purpose of this report is to analyse factors affecting travel of the Japanese citizens to Europe, and present useful recommendations for the representatives of the tourist industry.

Report: Working in Japan as an Expatriate: Practical Guidance towards Achieving Assignment Success

This report offers practical guidance to EU-based organisations that are considering investing in expatriate assignments as a means towards exploring and exploiting business opportunities in Japan.

Report: Working in Japan as an Expatriate: Step-by-step guide and checklist for future expatriates

This report is prepared for expatriates and human resource staff to secure a smooth transition to Japan.

Report: The Olive Oil Market in Japan

This report will provide European SMEs with insights into the opportunities and key success factors for entry into the Japanese olive oil market.

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