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Strategically located in the center of Japan, Osaka with a population of 8.8 million is one of the largest metropolitan cities. Full of vitality, and certainly not new to foreign trade, Osaka has served as an international gateway since the ancient times. And till today, Osaka continues to be a hub for innovative and creative businesses at the forefront of technology. Serving as the core economic zone within the Kansai region, Osaka makes an excellent base for international business and distribution.

IBO, a business organization supported by the Osaka Prefectural Government can assist foreign businesses in their initial entry into Japan.

1.BUSINESS CONSULTATION IN SINGAPORE

At the IBO Singapore Representative Office, our staff is on-hand to discuss your business needs as well as to provide free consultation on starting your business in Osaka, Japan. Source for essential business information or speak to our staff for valuable inputs in setting up operations in Osaka.

2.BUSINESS ASSISTANCE IN OSAKA

The mission of IBO is to deliver supportive assistance from the very onset of a business plan, and to see it develop right through. And as such, new businesses entering the Japanese market are provided with constant support and resources to ensure that their ventures become a success.

3.BUSINESS GROWTH IN JAPAN

As your business flourishes and develops, IBO can assist in expanding your operation to the surrounding business parks located in the Osaka region. To further encourage and foster foreign business investments in the region, preferential tax incentives, subsidies and loans are offered by the Osaka Prefectural Government.

IBO BUSINESS MATCHING CENTER (IBO-BMC)

IBO-BMC provides initial support and assistance to foreign start-ups by showcasing their products and catalogs at the center. Marketable foreign goods are also listed in the Business Matching Information journal. Our advisors also assist you in sourcing for Japanese business partners or in the arrangement of business partnerships. Short-term use of office space and support are provided at no cost.

OSAKA BUSINESS & INVESTMENT CENTER (O-BIC)

Jointly established by the Osaka Prefectural Government, the Osaka Municipal Government, and the Osaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry, O-BIC is a one-stop information center for prospective investors looking into direct investment in Osaka and other areas of the Japanese market. At O-BIC, investors can get access to expert advice and solutions, along with comprehensive market analysis and insights of the business scene in Osaka.

Product Export

A distributor is necessary for importing and marketing your products.

Business Matching Centre

Joint Venture

An alliance needs to be formed with an Osaka company.

OSAKA BUSINESS & INVESTMENT CENTRE (O-BIC)
has strong connections with the OSAKA Companies

Direct Investment

1.Representative Office
2.Branch Office
3.Corporation (Subsidiary)

OSAKA BUSINESS & INVESTMENT CENTRE (O-BIC)
helps you set up

SINGAPORE OFFICE

Our office is one of overseas offices by Osaka Prefectural Government and International Business Organization of Osaka (IBO).

Business Mission:

Collect and provide information on trade and investment.
Provide support to Osaka companies' business in their expansion in Singapore and other Asian countries.
Facilitate the entry of Singapore and other Asian businesses operation into Osaka market.

Tourism Mission:

Provide Osaka tourism
information. Invite tourists, convention organizers and travel agents to Osaka. Cultural Exchange Programme between Singapore and or Asian countries and Osaka.

International Business Organization of Osaka,
Osaka Prefectural Government
Singapore Representative Office

5 Shenton Way #37-01 / #38-01 UIC Bldg. SINGAPORE 068808
Phone (+65)6223-8101
Fax (+65)6223-1712
E-mail ibosp@singnet.com.sg

Managing Director SAKAKIYAMA Yukiharu
Assistant Manager Angela TAN
Senior Assistant Jennifer LEE

OSAKA

THE MOST ENERGETIC BUSINESS CITY IN JAPAN