BIO 2006

JETRO was pleased to host a delegation of 53 Japanese bio-related companies at BIO 2006 in Chicago.

A total of over 18,000 BIO attendees visited the Japan Pavilion, where Japanese biotechnology representatives ranging from corporations that develop pharmaceuticals (e.g., gene therapies, anti-cancer drugs) to universities and intellectual research institutes showcased their technologies.  By then end of the show over 3,000 business interactions between Japanese exhibitors and convention visitors had been initiated.
The Japanese delegation to BIO consisted of companies, universities, and governmental organizations looking to partner and showcase their innovative technologies to the world.

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   BIO 2006 JETRO Photo Gallery

 
  
 Japan Pharmaceutical Industry Profile





International Market Place
Take advantage of the many opportunities to meet with JETRO representatives and business leaders from Japan and explore common research initiatives and possibilities for collaboration. 

Seminar - Japan: More than a Market
Japan is the world's second largest biotech market, and a source of industry-leading innovation. This seminar will shed light on the trends in the Japanese market and give audience members an overview of Japan's strenghts within the life sciences, placing emphasis on the perspectives of the domestic producers (research institutions), and international consumers (biotech companies), of Japanese innovation.

Seminar - Japan: The Nutraceutical Phenomenon
The nutraceutical market in Japan is the second largest in the world, and the average consumer in Japan spends more per year ($166) on nutraceutical products than counterparts in the U.S. and Europe.  This seminar will being together industry experts and leading health food companies to highlight opportunities in this growing industry.

Japan Night: Japan Biotech Networking Reception
The Japan Night reception is always one of the most talked about events at BIO, and this year is no different.  Join colleagues and special guests from all around the globe to raise sake glasses and toast another year of strong ties. 

Exhibit Hall Hospitality Reception
JETRO welcomes fellow exhibitors to the Japan Pavilion for Matsuri a Japanese-style festival. The reception will open with a Kagamiwari ceremony, in which casks of sake (rice wine) will be broken open and served to guests, accompanied by sushi.