Q: What programs does the Department of Commerce have to
assist U.S. exporters in the U.S.?
A: A trade specialist located at the nearest Export Assistance
Center (EAC) of the Department of Commerce can assist you in
obtaining market information and applying for Commerce's export
promotion programs and services. For information on ITA services,
phone your nearest DOC Export Assistance Center or (800)
USA-TRADE or on the Internet access ITA's website at http://trade.gov.
Q: How can I find market information on a specific
industry?
A: Summaries of Market research reports on specific industry
sectors, prepared by Commercial Service Japan offices are
available from "Industry
Highlights". The U.S. government's trade policy reports are
also available from the U.S. Embassy's website. Reports prepared
by other organizations can be found in the "Market Information" under "Useful Links" menu.
Q: How can I find a Japanese agent or distributor for my
product?
A: The Comercial Service Japan offers a variety of services and
tools to help U.S. exporters find a partner. Please refer to our
"How We Help U.S.
Companies" section for a complete list.
Q: Where can I find tariff information for Japan?
A: The APEC
Tariff Database gives you tariff rates of all APEC countries
including Japan.
Q: Is there a way to obtain financial information and credit
reports on a Japanese company?
A: A list of credit reporting firms is available from the
"Business Service
Providers" menu along with other business support firms in
Japan.
Q: How can I get assistance exporting agricultural products,
processed foods and wood products to Japan?
A: The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Trade Offices
(ATO) in Tokyo and Osaka assist U.S. exporters of agricultural
products. Please contact atotokyo@ or call
+81-3-3505-6050.
fas.usda.gov
Q: Does the U.S. Embassy Tokyo have an official
website?
A: The U.S.
Embassy Tokyo's website includes economic and trade policy
reports, visa and passport information and useful links to U.S.
government agencies and various organizations.
Q:I am interested in setting up an office in Japan. What do I
need to know? What resources exist to help me? And how can I find
office space in Japan?
A: "Business Service
Providers" on our site includes a list of business support
organizations. JETRO's Business Support Centers in major cities
in Japan provide temporary offices for foreign exporters free of
charge for a period of time.
Q: Do you also have information on other Asian
markets?
A: Asia
Now brings together the resources of U.S. Commercial Service
offices in 14 Asian countries.
Q: Where can I find information on importing Japanese products
to the U.S.?
A: JETRO
offices in the U.S. assist you to find Japanese suppliers.