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Japan Approves Test Drilling for CO2 Storage in Chiba Prefecture
The Japanese government has taken a significant step towards sustainable energy practices by approving test drilling for carbon dioxide (CO2) storage in a designated area off the coast of Kujukuri, Chiba Prefecture. This development unde... -
Japan Launches Support Program for 10,000 Food Exporters
Japan is set to bolster its food export sector with a new support program aimed at registering 10,000 food exporters. This initiative is crucial for foreign entrepreneurs looking to tap into Japan's rich culinary landscape and expand the... -
Japan’s Online Job Fair for Foreign Talent Returns in 2026
The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) is set to host its largest online job fair for foreign talent in 2026, targeting international students and skilled foreign professionals. This initiative is crucial for foreign entrepreneurs... -
SupportSAKE Project: Connecting Japan’s Sake Tradition to Future Generations
The SupportSAKE project is an initiative aimed at preserving and promoting the rich tradition and diversity of Japanese sake brewing for future generations. This is particularly significant for foreign entrepreneurs in Japan's beverage i... -
Japan Seeks Overseas Advisors for Business Expansion in Hanoi and Manila
Japan is actively seeking overseas advisors in Hanoi and Manila to support foreign entrepreneurs looking to enter or expand their business in the Japanese market. This initiative highlights the government's commitment to fostering intern... -
Leadership Change at Japan Food Overseas Promotion Center (JFOODO)
The recent leadership change at the Japan Food Overseas Promotion Center (JFOODO) signals a renewed focus on enhancing Japan's food exports. For foreign entrepreneurs in the food industry, this shift presents new opportunities to engage ... -
Japan’s Renewable Energy Law: Non-Compliant Electric Companies Announced
The Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) has disclosed the names of electric companies that failed to pay their renewable energy fees by the deadline. This is a pivotal update for foreign entrepreneurs in Japan's energ... -
Japan Launches Support Program for 10,000 Food Exporters
In a significant move to bolster Japan's agricultural and food exports, the Japanese government has launched the 'Support Program for 10,000 Food Exporters.' This initiative, backed by multiple ministries including the Ministry of Econom... -
Regulatory Guidance on Procurement Issues at Hamaoka Nuclear Plant
On April 7, 2026, Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) issued guidance to Chubu Electric Power Co., Inc. regarding improper procurement procedures for safety improvement measures at the Hamaoka Nuclear Power Plant. This... -
Japan’s Annual Report on Defense Equipment Export Regulations
Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) has released its annual report detailing the status of defense equipment exports, a crucial update for foreign entrepreneurs involved in the defense sector. Understanding these regul...
