Trade fair

17-20 June 2026, Paris, France  Kyoto City will participate in Viva Technology 2026, one of the world’s largest startup and technology exhibitions, to be held in France next week. Together with highly promising startups possessing cutting-edge technologies garnering global attention and strong growth potential, Kyoto is committed to accelerating their business expansion into the European market, particularly in France.

22 Abruzzo food companies strengthen long-standing ties with Japan.

Italy showcases food excellence at Foodex Japan 2026, featuring 190 companies, thematic promotions, wine tastings.

The largest startup conference in Japan is already looking forward to the 2026 edition.

The EU Business Hub @ Semicon Japan 2025 Business Mission, taking place from 15 - 19 December 2025, is your gateway to the forefront of innovation in Japan. Deadline for application: 12 September 2025.

June and July will be a busy period for the Trade Promotion Section of the Italian Embassy in Japan, supporting various Italian delegations attending five local trade fairs covering lifestyle, healthcare, fashion, and food sectors.

Earlier this year, the EU-Japan Centre for Industrial Cooperation welcomed 10 innovative European startups and SMEs to Tokyo during our Green Business Mission.

The EU-Japan Centre organized its first business mission in the Defence business sector in Japan with 12 EU SMEs showing their wares at DSEI Japan 2025.

The Italian Trade Promotion Section in Tokyo coordinates the participation of 19 leading pharmaceutical companies at CPhI Japan 2025, reinforcing Italy’s role as a top supplier of active pharmaceutical ingredients and cutting-edge solutions.

Italy will host the largest EU pavilion at FOODEX JAPAN 2025, featuring 190 companies, live cooking shows, and special tasting corners that showcase Italian gastronomic excellence. The event will strengthen trade relations between Italy and Japan, providing business opportunities in the food & beverage sector.