“I want to work with this person.”

In business, what matters most is whether people ultimately feel that way about you. Even in today’s world of advanced online communication and AI, human connections remain the foundation of business. For foreign business owners considering expanding into Japan, local networks and connections are a key factor in their success. At offline networking events, you can meet people face-to-face and get a sense of their personality and enthusiasm. You might even stumble upon unexpected business insights through casual conversations. Plus, it’s not uncommon for people with shared interests to hit it off and create new business opportunities. Networking events are also a great place to meet new business partners and customers. Meeting and talking in person makes it easier to build trust. This can lead to work requests or even you commissioning work, broadening your possibilities. Osaka and Kyoto offer a variety of business networking events. If you’re with a small, medium, or large company, we recommend the business matching events hosted by the Osaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Companies from a wide range of industries gather here, giving you the chance to find new business partners. If you’re looking to collaborate with overseas companies, you should attend exhibitions and large-scale events at consulates in Osaka, JETRO, and Intex Osaka. These events will help you build a network with overseas businesses. For those interested in cultural exchange, we also recommend the foreign chambers of commerce in Japan and other local events. You can deepen your understanding of different cultures through interactions with people of various nationalities. We also plan and host a variety of networking events ourselves. These include dinner parties with local business owners, meetups with startup companies, and交流with Indian business owners in Kobe, providing a wide range of networking opportunities. We’re here to support you in making valuable connections and discovering business opportunities through these events. To succeed in business in Japan, it’s essential to actively participate in the local community and build relationships. Take the first step to accelerate your business by attending a networking event.

In conclusion

This article has highlighted the importance of business networking events. However, simply attending these events won’t guarantee business success. How you leverage the connections you make will greatly influence your future business development. We offer various support services to help you continuously build relationships and connect them to your business even after the networking event. Please feel free to consult with us about follow-up after the event or any business-related concerns. We sincerely wish you success in your business endeavors in Japan. Local Networking Events in Japan Here are some local networking events in Japan where Japanese business owners and entrepreneurs participate: * Startup Cafe at Starbucks Kansai University Umeda Campus * Knowledge Capital at Grand Front Osaka * Jam Base at GranGreen Osaka These are great places to connect with Japanese business professionals and expand your network. Let me know if you’d like me to add anything else!