EXPO 25 Economic Mission to Tokyo and Osaka

0614/09/25

On the occasion of the World Expo in Osaka, hub.brussels is organising a mission to Japan focused on construction and craftsmanship. Join us to leverage Belgium’s increased visibility during Expo 2025 and benefit from a tailor-made programme designed to foster discussions and collaborations with key players in the Japanese market.

About

hub.brussels is organising an economic mission to Tokyo and Osaka, putting the spotlight on Brussels’ expertise in the construction, infrastructure and real estate sectors, as well as crafts, fashion and Brussels gastronomy.

The programme dedicated to the construction sector offers visits and activities focused on the revolutions in artificial intelligence and automation, two key issues for the future of the industry. You’ll also find out about innovative initiatives on reversible building design and sustainable construction, topics that are shaping the future of construction.

For the artisans joining the mission, hands-on workshops will be organised to promote Brussels as the premium destination for gastronomy, arts and shopping. There will also be visits and business meetings to help you grow your presence and sell your products on the Japanese market.

The mission will also be open to businesses operating outside the targeted sectors. If this is you, you’ll have the chance to enjoy customised B2B meetings during the day and take part in networking evenings.

What can you expect from this mission?

  • A dynamic economic mission, including topical seminars and workshops in Tokyo and Osaka
  • Meetings with potential partners and decision-makers in key positions on the Japanese market
    Total immersion in Japan’s main business centres: Tokyo and Osaka
    Networking opportunities with other Belgian businesses in the delegation and with the sector’s key players in Japan
    A customised B2B programme, designed in line with your needs
    Entry tickets to Expo 2025 and the activities organised in the Belgian pavilion
  • The option to extend your stay until Sunday 14 September, when Belgium will be the country in the spotlight on the Expo site

Who can participate?

This mission is aimed at businesses active in the construction and craft industries, with a particular focus on innovative and sustainable solutions.

Businesses working in other sectors are also invited to join us. However, to ensure the programme is relevant for everyone, the customised B2B meetings for businesses from outside the targeted sectors will be organised following discussions with our office in Tokyo.

Don’t miss this golden opportunity to expand your network and grow your business on the Japanese market.

Program

The following program is provisional and subject to change.

Saturday 6 September

Journey Brussels – Tokyo

Sunday 7 September

Launch of the mission: meeting for participants and the chance to discover Tokyo

Monday 8 September

Tokyo: field visits and B2B meetings

Tuesday 9 September

Tokyo: field visits, B2B meetings and networking reception

Wednesday 10 September

Tokyo: field visits and B2B meetings

Thursday 11 September

Transfer from Tokyo to Osaka

Brussels reception in the Belgian pavilion in Osaka

Friday 12 September

Activities in the Belgian pavilion and in Osaka: workshops, seminars, etc.

Saturday 13 September

Day off in Osaka

Sunday 14 September

Optional: participation in activities as part of the Belgian National Day on the Expo 2025 site in Osaka

Practical info

Fees

The participation fee for Brussels-based companies is:

  • €100 for SMEs
  • €500 for larger companies

Transport

Given the range in prices and options available for your journey to Japan, hub.brussels is not offering a group flight for the whole delegation. You will be responsible for booking your own flights:

  • Cathy Pacific (via Hong Kong)
  • ANA (direct flight)
  • Scandinavian airlines
  • Gulf airlines (Emirates, Qatar Airways, etc.)

Hotel

We recommend the following hotels for the entire delegation (no obligation).

  • In Tokyo: hotel TBC (approx. €200/night)
  • In Osaka: Centara Grand Hotel Osaka: €315/night

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Any questions? Just ask Ghislain and William!

Ghislain Breydel

Export Promotion Coordinator

gbreydel@hub.brussels

William Delsemme

Japan

Embassy of Belgium
5-4Nibancho
Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0084
Japan

+81 3 35 56 24 31
+81 70 42 03 77 41

tokyo@hub.brussels