Bridging Japan • Bilateral Relations
Germany - Japan
Germany and Japan share a 165-year partnership built on trust, trade and personal connections, one that continues to inspire investment, innovation and cultural exchange across industries, regions and generations.
A Japanese manufacturer choosing a German city for its European operations and a German innovator finding a partner in Japan...
Generations of exchange have built trust between Japan and Germany, giving the two countries one of diplomacy’s most valuable assets. For Her Excellency Mitsuko Shino, the first woman to serve...
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Metzler’s relationship with Japan has unfolded across generations, from its early advocacy of German-Japanese ties to the time-honored connections cultivated over decades and the trust and partnerships highlighted during the...
Enduring relationships with businesses across Japan have supported Testo’s development from a supplier of handheld instruments to a measurement technology and service partner. The German company values the trust placed...
A cup of noodles can pack plenty of pleasure into a quick meal. Nissin Foods GmbH offers products ranging from Cup Noodles Soba to premium ramen, with its Eschborn headquarters...
Japanese companies are giving Düsseldorf a larger role in their European operations, expanding from market entry into production, research and strategic management. The city’s engagement with Japan now spans security,...
For Hessen, attracting international investment is just the beginning. Supporting companies as they grow, connect with local partners and adapt to new opportunities is equally important, an approach that Andreas...
When heat, toxic chemicals or contaminated air push conventional materials to their limits, Kynol fibers are designed to keep working. Made in Japan from phenolic resin, the high-performance material resists...
ZEISS technologies have helped scientists reveal what was once invisible, supported advances in medical diagnosis and treatment, and become integral to some of the world’s most sophisticated manufacturing processes. Marking...
Japan Tobacco International is investing in new production capabilities and broadening its German portfolio in response to changing adult consumer demand. Michal Bachan, JTI Germany’s general manager, explains the decisions...
Energy consumption in automotive paint finishing presents a practical challenge to achieving cleaner industrial production. Taikisha Deutschland GmbH focuses on industrial equipment and has chosen painting systems as the starting...
Expanding petrochemical, semiconductor and hydrogen operations raises demands on industrial safety systems. Pepperl+Fuchs develops and manufactures sensing technologies and industrial communication solutions, including those to protect against electrical explosions, for...
Enduring relationships with businesses across Japan have supported Testo’s development from a supplier of handheld instruments to a measurement technology and service partner. The German company values the trust placed...
When heat, toxic chemicals or contaminated air push conventional materials to their limits, Kynol fibers are designed to keep working. Made in Japan from phenolic resin, the high-performance material resists...
ZEISS technologies have helped scientists reveal what was once invisible, supported advances in medical diagnosis and treatment, and become integral to some of the world’s most sophisticated manufacturing processes. Marking...
Energy consumption in automotive paint finishing presents a practical challenge to achieving cleaner industrial production. Taikisha Deutschland GmbH focuses on industrial equipment and has chosen painting systems as the starting...
Expanding petrochemical, semiconductor and hydrogen operations raises demands on industrial safety systems. Pepperl+Fuchs develops and manufactures sensing technologies and industrial communication solutions, including those to protect against electrical explosions, for...
Founded in 1850 in Germany, Heidelberger Druckmaschinen marks 100 years in Japan alongside the 165th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Germany and Japan. The centennial underscores its established position in...
Since launching its European liner service in 1896, NYK has served trade between Europe and Japan through successive industrial changes. Its German operation now helps automotive customers manage vehicle movements...
Inspecting products and automating production require imaging technology that is easy to integrate and operate. IDS Imaging Development Systems GmbH manufactures industrial cameras and computer vision components that help machines...
International trade shows are key platforms for exchanging ideas on innovation, knowledge transfers and corporate collaboration. Through over 150 annual events, Messe München brings together companies, research institutions, startups and...
Successful market entry in Japan often depends on what happens after the strategy is written. Emma Consulting has built its business around that reality, combining market-entry advice with direct distribution...
A cup of noodles can pack plenty of pleasure into a quick meal. Nissin Foods GmbH offers products ranging from Cup Noodles Soba to premium ramen, with its Eschborn headquarters...
Japan Tobacco International is investing in new production capabilities and broadening its German portfolio in response to changing adult consumer demand. Michal Bachan, JTI Germany’s general manager, explains the decisions...
Dr. Heike Döll-König, Managing Director of Tourismus NRW, shares insights into what makes North Rhine-Westphalia a compelling destination for Japanese tourists. From its rich cultural heritage and culinary delights to...
Takeda’s Japanese roots go back more than 240 years and continue to shape how the company operates. Values such as integrity, long-term thinking and putting patients first remain at the...
Medicines must be produced reliably for patients to benefit from scientific progress. German contract development and manufacturing organization IDT Biologika develops and manufactures medical products for pharmaceutical and biotechnology partners...
Few materials carry as much strategic importance for advanced technologies as tantalum and niobium. Their applications include capacitors that support artificial intelligence server infrastructure, semiconductor manufacturing processes, aerospace components designed...
From its Dusseldorf base, Japan Steel Works Europe serves two industrial markets. The company supplies resin-processing machinery for plastics and advanced materials, while its forged steel products support nuclear power...
Metzler’s relationship with Japan has unfolded across generations, from its early advocacy of German-Japanese ties to the time-honored connections cultivated over decades and the trust and partnerships highlighted during the...
As Metzler Bank celebrates its 350th anniversary, its deep-rooted history of family ownership continues to shape its vision of long-term partnerships, particularly with Japan. “For 350 years, the needs of...
Japanese companies are giving Düsseldorf a larger role in their European operations, expanding from market entry into production, research and strategic management. The city’s engagement with Japan now spans security,...
For Hessen, attracting international investment is just the beginning. Supporting companies as they grow, connect with local partners and adapt to new opportunities is equally important, an approach that Andreas...
Generations of exchange have built trust between Japan and Germany, giving the two countries one of diplomacy’s most valuable assets. For Her Excellency Mitsuko Shino, the first woman to serve...
As global competition for high-value investment intensifies, Germany’s appeal to Japanese companies rests on industrial depth, research excellence and long-term predictability. Julia Braune, CEO of Germany Trade & Invest, the...
Düsseldorf’s relationship with Japan is gathering momentum across investment, innovation and emerging technologies. The North Rhine-Westphalian capital has developed one of Europe’s strongest Japanese business communities, giving companies access to...
Southern Germany’s combination of industrial clusters, research institutions and leading trade fairs continues to attract Japanese companies seeking a foothold in Germany and Europe. General Director Jun Washizawa of JETRO...
As Germany’s most populous and industrially powerful state, North Rhine-Westphalia plays a crucial role in Japan’s economic relations. Consul-General Setsuko Kawahara outlines the potential for further collaboration in innovation and...
Kazuyoshi Sugano, Director-General of JETRO Düsseldorf, highlights the key factors driving Düsseldorf’s appeal to Japanese companies and the growing opportunities for collaboration between Japanese and German industries. What factors have...
A Japanese manufacturer choosing a German city for its European operations and a German innovator finding a partner in Japan participate in a relationship 165 years in the making. This...
This special report celebrates the robust ties between Germany and Japan, highlighting a dynamic relationship strengthened by significant political and economic collaborations. As Hidenao Yanagi, Japan’s ambassador to Germany, notes,...
With 162 years of bilateral relations, anchored on the signing of the German-Japanese treaty in January 1861, G7 members Germany and Japan continue to build their friendship on a solid...
