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  • How to sell through Amazon Japan

    The use of e-commerce platforms in Japan is growing rapidly. There are great opportunities for British companies to sell direct in Japan.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • Opportunities in the Japanese plant engineering sector

    Dramatic changes in Japan's energy and electricity markets open up opportunities for UK companies in the plant engineering industry.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • Regenerative medicine - a growing market in Japan

    Introduction of a new legal framework is expected to provide a boost to commercialisation opportunities of medicinal products in Japan.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • Mr Philippe Fauchet honoured by The Queen

    In recognition of his outstanding contribution to business relations between the UK and Japan, Tim Hitchens, the British Ambassador to Japan, presented Mr. Philippe Fauchet, President of GlaxoSmithKline Japan, with an Honora…

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • Innovation in Cancer Clinical Trials - sharing international experience

    On 15 May 2015, the British Embassy Tokyo hosted an International Symposium on Cancer Clinical Trials.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • Mr Hiroaki Nakanishi honoured by The Queen: Message from Ambassador

    In recognition of his distinguished services to UK-Japanese business, Her Majesty The Queen appointed Mr Hiroaki Nakanishi, the Chairman and CEO, Hitachi Ltd as an Honorary KBE.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • Britain represented at international defence exhibition MAST Asia 2015

    UK pavilion displays latest British technologies at first international defence trade exhibition in Japan.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • Changes to visa process in Japan for applicants travelling to the UK for more than 6 months

    Biometric residence permits to launch in Japan.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • Embassy hosts Hague Convention mediation training

    Expertise sharing continues one year on from Japan’s enactment of the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK announces health surcharge

    Surcharge of £200 per year and £150 per year for students enables access to National Health Service in the same way as a permanent UK resident.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Celebrating three great English exports in 2015

    In 2015, England marks two major anniversaries. It will be 800 years since the signing of the Magna Carta and 750 years since the formation of the first English parliament.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Opportunities in the wind power market in Japan

    Watch a recorded webinar to learn about recent changes towards pro-wind energy in Japan and the opportunities this brings for UK firms.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Exporting electrical products to Japan

    A recording of a UKTI Japan webinar provides you with a clear understanding of the basic requirements to export electrical goods to Japan.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Exporting food and drink to Japan

    The food and drink market in Japan is huge. This recorded webinar will help you understand the potential for your company to export here.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • HRH The Duke of Cambridge joins Britain in 11 March remembrance

    Royal visit puts spotlight on Tohoku recovery; the UK today remembers those affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Changes to Secure English Language Test Providers for UK Visas

    UK Visas and Immigration is making changes to the Secure English Language Tests (SELT) required by some visa customers.

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  • Innovation is GREAT Exhibition to showcase the latest innovative products from the UK at T-Site in Daikanyama

    In celebration of HRH The Duke of Cambridge’s visit to Japan, a wide range of innovative British products will be displayed from 27 February to 4 March at DAIKANYAMA TSUTAYA BOOKS (T-Site) - a stylish bookstore designed by a…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • HRH The Duke of Cambridge to visit Japan - Focus on cultural exchange and creative partnerships

    HRH The Duke of Cambridge will visit Japan from February 26 to March 1 and China from March 1 to March 4 to undertake a series of engagements on behalf of Her Majesty's Government.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • New procedures make it simpler and cheaper for Brits to get married in Japan

    If Valentine’s Day had you thinking about spending the future together with the one you love, we are excited to announce that for British nationals it is about to become much quicker, easier and cheaper to arrange the marria…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK universities sign agreement with NICT on cyber security research

    A step forward in further bilateral cooperation in cyber security research.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government