Web Links to Support Organizations
To assist foreign companies expanding into Aichi, various organizations and groups work together to provide useful programs, including support subsidies and networking opportunities. The following provides an overview of support organizations and their services available to companies entering Aichi. Please note that none of these organizations serve as an agent to handle procedures on your behalf.
| Names of Support Organizations | Functions | Introduction | Languages | Web Links to Support Organizations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| INVEST IN AICHI-NAGOYA CONSORTIUM | Market Entry Information Business Retention and Expansion |
INVEST IN AICHI-NAGOYA CONSORTIUM consists of the Aichi Prefectural Government, the City of Nagoya, and related organizations. The consortium aims to create innovation, boost industries, and create jobs in the region by implementing varied projects to promote the expansion and establishment of foreign companies in the region. | Japanese English |
https://www.invest-an.jp/en/ |
| Aichi Prefectural Government Overseas Offices | Market Entry Information Subsidies Real Estate Business Retention and Expansion |
The Aichi Prefectural Government has established representative offices in Shanghai and Bangkok. Their mission consists of providing support to Aichi companies in their overseas operations, promoting foreign direct investment into Aichi, and attracting foreign tourists. For inquiries regarding subsidies and industrial land, please contact the Investment and Trade Division of Aichi Prefectural Goverment. | Japanese English Chinese(Shanghai Office only) |
https://www.pref.aichi.jp/soshiki/ricchitsusho/gaikoku-center.html |
| Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) Nagoya Office | Market Entry Information Business Retention and Expansion Office Visa Advisory Registration Advisory Tax Advisory HR Advisory Subsidies |
The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), a government-related organization, is dedicated to promoting two-way trade and investment between Japan and the rest of the world. One of our core missions is to support foreign companies in establishing and expanding their operations in Japan and encourage strategic alliances by facilitating partnerships with Japanese companies. Whether you are considering Japan as an investment destination, looking for opportunities to grow and expand your existing business, or are interested in collaboration with Japanese firms, let us be of assistance to you. |
Japanese English |
https://www.jetro.go.jp/en/invest/ |
| https://www.jetro.go.jp/en/invest/region/data/aichi.html | ||||
| Aichi Foreign Entrepreneur & Manager Support Center (Services provided by the Aichi Industry Promotion Organization) |
Visa Advisory Registration Advisory Tax Advisory HR Advisory Subsidies Business Retention and Expansion |
The Aichi Industry Promotion Organization is the only public SME support center in Aichi. It provides free consultation services on starting/establishing businesses and on corporate management in general to non-Japanese entrepreneurs and corporate managers in Aichi. [Examples of Consultation Topics] Residence status, licensing procedures, company establishment, formulation of business plans, management improvement, international trade administration, accounting and tax affairs |
Japanese English Chinese Portuguese Vietnamese Filipino Others |
https://www.aibsc.jp/support/17354/ |
| Greater Nagoya Initiative Center (GNIC) | Market Entry Information Subsidies Business Retention and Expansion |
The Greater Nagoya Initiative Center (GNIC) is a support organization consisting of local governments, industries, and universities in Greater Nagoya, providing one-stop services to foreign companies considering expansion into Aichi. | Japanese English |
TOP https://greaternagoya.org/en/ |
| Support Program https://greaternagoya.org/en/your_support/support_menu/ |
Aichi Employment Consultation Center | HR Advisory Business Retention and Expansion Daily Life Assistance |
The Aichi Employment Consultation Center ensures that companies understand the employment rules and can run their business smoothly by providing support until a resolution is reached. Support is offered to venture-backed companies, foreign companies, and SMEs seeking to establish, expand and hire personnel in Aichi through guidance on relevant laws, governmental policies, services, and introductions to related organizations. In addition, these services are available for individuals who work or wish to work for such companies. |
Japanese English Portuguese and 20 other languages |
https://aichi-elcc.mhlw.go.jp/ | Aichi International Association Aichi Multicultural Center※1 |
Visa Advisory Daily Life Assistance |
The Center provides residents of Aichi Prefecture with various information and materials related to international exchange and multicultural co-existence activities. For foreign residents in Aichi, consultation services are provided concerning labor issues, taxes, medical care, education and other daily life matters along with basic interpretation services. |
Japanese Portuguese Spanish Chinese Filipino(Tagalog) Vietnamese and 8 other languages |
https://www2.aia.pref.aichi.jp/sodan/j/sodancorner.html |
- Please note that this is a consultation desk for foreign residents and does not provide services for corporate inquiries.