Get Ready for Japan – October/November 2025

“Get Ready for Japan” aims to help understand Japanese business practices and communication styles and identify opportunities for successful business partnerships. Additionally, the programme aims to provide insights into the decision-making process within Japanese companies, and help better understand of their negotiation style and hierarchy. 

Finally, the programme intends to strengthen existing relationships with Japanese customers and establish new contacts with potential ones, thereby expanding the business’s reach and impact.

Application deadline: September 04 2025

The programme consists of two phases:

→ The first phase is an online programme from 20 to 24 October 2025. During this phase, participants will engage in virtual case studies and cross-cultural lectures, gaining insights into the Japanese business environment and management practices.

→ The second phase is an on-site programme in Tokyo from 10 to 14 November 2025. During this phase, SME participants will have the opportunity to attend interactive seminars and workshops and schedule individual company meetings (ICMs) with Japanese companies of interest. The EU-Japan Centre’s team and interpreters will support these ICMs, allowing SMEs to explore pre-established or new opportunities for growth and collaboration.

The number of participants for this programme is limited to 14.

The EU-Japan Centre will cover all the expenses related to training, such as speakers’ fees, room rental, transportation arranged for group activities, and interpreters. All participants are responsible for covering their travel and living expenses in Japan, including accommodation.

More information: https://www.eu-japan.eu/events/get-ready-for-japan-training-programme-2