Office of the City of Yokohama Representative to the Americas
Our mission for North America
The mission of the Office of the City of Yokohama Representative to the Americas is to contribute to the prosperity of the regional and global economy by promoting the mutual development of North American and Yokohama businesses. Our mission is based on Yokohama’s long-held value for economic development: “Growing Together with the World,” which the city has prided itself on ever since it opened its doors as the first international port in Japan in 1859. We firmly believe that promoting business opportunities for both North American and Yokohama businesses will lead to the creation of jobs and stimulate local economies in both regions, which will in turn contribute to global economic development starting from Yokohama.
Services for North American Companies
Our office is ready to support companies seeking opportunities in Yokohama. Working closely with the Yokohama municipal government, Kanagawa prefectural government, JETRO and other partners, we will serve as the first point of contact to connect companies to the right people and resources to maximize their growth prospects in Yokohama. Our agile, free-of-charge services make use of our wide-ranging resources and networks in both Japan and the US and can be tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual client.
Market Intelligence & Research
Providing economic and demographic data to support comparative analysis and well-informed decision making
Site Selection Assistance
Assisting the selection of the most suitable location for your business, including real estate searches
Early-stage Business Support
Providing information on incubation facilities in Yokohama
Incentives Consulting
Pointing out the most suitable business incentives
Networking Support
Recommending B2B matching platforms and networking events in Yokohama
Workforce information
Providing information on recruitment opportunities
Site Visit Facilitation
Assisting pre-relocation visits in Yokohama in coordination with JETRO and Kanagawa prefecture
Public Relations Support
Assisting public relations in Yokohama (e.g. press release support)
Collaboration Facilitation
Identifying opportunities for collaboration and providing tailored advice
Yokohama City Information
Providing general information on city services, community, and daily life in Yokohama
Latest News
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