Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.1.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Finland-Japan Chamber of Commerce The Finland-Japan Chamber of Commerce (FJCC) is dedicated to strengthening economic ties, facilitating business opportunities, and promoting mutual understanding between Finland and Japan.​ ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://fjcc.fi/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [FJCC Member Insights – Before the Product, the Market: Three Lessons from Building PUROSI in Japan from Nora Tåg](https://fjcc.fi/fjcc-member-insights-before-the-product-the-market-three-lessons-from-building-purosi-in-japan-from-nora-tag/) - Most companies arrive in a new market with a finished product and a plan to localise it. FJCC member PUROSI did the reverse. Before the company had anything to sell, its founders spent their first months trying to understand the country, its people, and the way work, leadership and human capital development really happens there. - [Event: Engaging with Japanese VC & CVC 25.5.2026](https://fjcc.fi/event-engaging-with-japanese-vc-cvc-25-5-2026/) - As part of its series of sessions to help support Finnish startups access the Japanese market, the FJCC and Northlink Partners will organise a panel discussion with representatives from Japanese VC and CVC firms on the 25th of May 2026. With over 1.5 trillion yen in "dry powder", Japanese investors are increasingly looking overseas to - [Event: Finnish Defense Industry in Japan 4.5.2026](https://fjcc.fi/event-finnish-defense-industry-in-japan-4-5-2026/) - The FJCC, in partnership with FJCC member Magnusson Attorneys, and in collaboration with its sister organisation the Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Japan, will host a hybrid event on the Finnish Defense and Dual Use Industry in Japan on 4.5.2026 from 9:30 to 11:30. Introduction: Defence is on the rise globally, with countries seeking to - [New FJCC Board Selected at 2026 AGM](https://fjcc.fi/new-fjcc-board-selected-at-2026-agm/) - The Chamber held its 2026 Annual General Meeting on the 8th of April, 2026. During the meeting, chaired by outgoing FJCC Chair Tomy Runne, members selected a new board for the Chamber for the 2026-2027 period. The new board features several members from the previous board, as well as new members stepping into the Chamber's - [Event: Introduction to Friendly Startup Ecosystems & Accelerators in Japan 25.2.2026](https://fjcc.fi/event-introduction-to-friendly-startup-ecosystems-accelerators-in-japan-25-2-2026/) - As part of its series of sessions to help support Finnish startups access the Japanese market, FJCC organised a session on friendly startup ecosystems and accelerators in Japan. The event was organised in partnership with Northlink Partners. During the informative event, speakers Niilo Kervinen and Mikael Malmivaara of Northlink Partners shared practical information to help - [Event: Green Energy in Finland & Japan 12.3.2026](https://fjcc.fi/event-green-energy-in-finland-japan-12-3-2026/) - The FJCC, in partnership with member HPP Attorneys Ltd., and in collaboration with its sister organisation the Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Japan and member Helsinki Partners, hosted an event on Green Energy in Finland and Japan on 12.3.2026. Reflecting the strategic importance of Green Energy in both countries, and the wide range of opportunities - [Event: Members-Only Nomikai 26.3.2026](https://fjcc.fi/event-members-only-nomikai-26-3-2026/) - The FJCC had the pleasure of hosting its first members-only nomikai of 2026 on Thursday 26.3. The event was held in partnership with FJCC members Bird & Bird and Vinoble. - [NEWS: Northlink Partners Selected as FJCC Events and Communications Partner](https://fjcc.fi/news-northlink-partners-selected-as-fjcc-events-and-communications-partner/) - The Finland-Japan Chamber of Commerce and Northlink Partners have partnered to deliver more value to FJCC members. The collaboration will include increased events, more active communications, and more engaged community management. The partnership, born after talks between the FJCC board and Northlink following a successful joint event hosted in October 2025, promises an active 2026 - [Event: Finnish Startups in Japan – What, Why, How, When? 21.10.2025](https://fjcc.fi/event-finnish-startups-in-japan-what-why-how-when-21-10-2025/) - Together with Helsinki Incubators, Nita International, and Northlink Partners, FJCC hosted a session on the opportunities and realities for Finnish startups entering the Japanese market. The event gathered a strong audience both onsite at the University of Helsinki and online via Zoom. Speakers Niilo Kervinen (NITA International) and Mikael Malmivaara (University of Helsinki / Northlink - [Event: Digital Defence Ecosystem goes Japan 7.10.2025](https://fjcc.fi/digital-defence-ecosystem-goes-japan-7-october-2025/) - FJCC hosted a discussion on the growing opportunities for Finnish companies in Japan’s expanding defence sector. As Japan continues to increase its military budget, new areas of collaboration are emerging for Finnish expertise in technology, design, and defence solutions. The session, “Digital Defence Ecosystem goes Japan – Japan ramps up military budget”, featured Jarmo Puputti - [NEWS: OSAKA world expo: 13.4.-13.10.2025](https://fjcc.fi/news-osaka-world-expo/) - The unique theme for year 2025 is to introduce the OSAKA world expo to as many Finnish people as possible. - [Event: Ambassador of Japan on Bilateral Economic Cooperation: 12.8.2025](https://fjcc.fi/event-ambassador-of-japan-on-bilateral-economic-cooperation-12-8-2025/) - “Japan and Finland: Strengthening Economic Ties After President Stubb’s Visit to Japan.” FJCC was honoured to host His Excellency Takashi Okada, Ambassador of Japan to Finland, for a discussion on the evolving economic and strategic ties between Japan and Finland. Building on the outcomes of President Stubb’s recent visit to Japan, the Ambassador emphasised the - [Event: Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Japan Partnership - ​13.6.2024](https://fjcc.fi/event-finnish-chamber-of-commerce-in-japan-partnership-june-2024/) - FJCC's Morning Coffee Networking Event ​ We were pleased to host Antti Kunnas, Executive Director of our sister organization, the Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Japan (FCCJ). He shared insights on the support FCCJ offers to Finnish companies doing business in Japan.​ We also had the honor of having the Ambassador of Finland to Japan, - [Event: AGM & Japan Market Talks: 10.6.2025](https://fjcc.fi/event-agm-japan-market-talks-10-6-2025/) - Members gathered for the Annual General Meeting, followed by the open event “The Changing Business Environment – How to Build Resilience in Japan?” Joonas Mikkilä (Teknologiateollisuus) and Nora Tåg (PUROSI) shared insights on how businesses can adapt and stay resilient in Japan’s evolving market. Great energy both on-site and online – thanks to all who - [Event: Annual General Meeting - 15.5.2024](https://fjcc.fi/event-annual-general-meeting-may-2024/) - Finland-Japan Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting​ It was an honor to have His Excellency, the Ambassador of Japan, commence the meeting, setting a tone of collaboration for the year ahead.​ The board introduced the renewed working strategy for the Chamber, sharing the vision for promoting stronger ties between Finland and Japan and fostering an active ## Pages - [Home​](https://fjcc.fi/) - The Finland-Japan Chamber of Commerce (FJCC) is dedicated to strengthening economic ties, facilitating business opportunities, and promoting mutual understanding between Finland and Japan.​ - [Contact information & Become a Member​](https://fjcc.fi/contact-information-become-a-member/) - Contact information Finland-Japan Chamber of Commerce Business ID: 2311896-8 c/o Asahi Partners OyNeitsytpolku 6 A 900140 HelsinkiFinland Mail: info@fjcc.fi Press contact: Nora Tåg, Vice-Chair, nora@purosi.co Follow us on LinkedIn Not yet a member? Here’s how to join We welcome organizations enthusiastic to strengthen business ties between Finland and Japan. Corporate membership is €180 per year - [Board of Directors & Bylaws](https://fjcc.fi/board-of-directors-bylaws/) - Board members​ Chair​Seppo Rantanen, Asahi Partners Oy Vice-Chairs​Salla Auerto​, Kuomiokoski OySonja Malin, Helsinki Partners Oy​Paavo VirkkunenNora Tåg, Ahlman & Tåg Oy Members​Tomy Runne, Murata ElectronicsTomi Merenheimo, Asianajotoimisto Magnusson Oy Reijo Munther, Business Finland Oy​ Secretary GeneralMikael Malmivaara, Northlink Partners Oy Please see the Bylaws here - [Members & Partners](https://fjcc.fi/members-partners/) - We welcome membership applications from corporations with an interest in business with Japan!​ Become a Member​ Below, you'll find a list of all current FJCC members. Latest Members: All Members: - [News & Events](https://fjcc.fi/news-events/) - The Chamber organizes networking events where the members get to connect with each other, as well as with experts from both public and private sectors. ​ Follow us also on LinkedIn to stay updated on the latest news and insights.​ - [Privacy policy](https://fjcc.fi/privacy-policy/) - 1. Register holderFinland-Japan Chamber of CommerceBusiness ID: 2311896-8 2. Contact person in matters relating to the registerinfo@fjcc.fi c/o Finland Chamber of CommerceP.O.Box 100000101 HELSINKIFinland 3. Register nameThe marketing and analytics register of Finland-Japan Chamber of Commerce 4. The purpose of handling personal dataThe purpose of the register is to take care of the customer relationship - [Thank you for your message](https://fjcc.fi/thank-you-for-your-message/) - Thank you for your message! We will contact you as soon as possible! ## Categories - [Ajankohtaista](https://fjcc.fi/category/ajankohtaista/)