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JETRO, or the Japan External Trade Organization, is a government-related organization that works to promote mutual trade and investment between Japan and the rest of the world. Originally established in 1958 to promote Japanese exports abroad, JETRO's core focus in the 21st century has shifted toward promoting foreign direct investment into Japan and helping small to medium size Japanese firms maximize their global export potential.
Name | Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) |
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JCN (Japan Corporate Number) | 2010405003693 |
Authorizing law |
Act on the Japan External Trade Organization, Independent Administrative Agency (December 13, 2002, Law No. 172) |
Established | October 1, 2003 |
Representative | ISHIGURO Norihiko, Chairman |
Address |
Ark Mori Building, 6F 12-32, Akasaka 1-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-6006 Japan Tel: +81-3-3582-5511 |
Offices |
Domestic: JETRO Headquarters Tokyo, JETRO Osaka, Institute of Developing Economies, JFOODO and 49 regional offices Overseas: 76 offices (55 countries) (as of April 2022) |
Employees | 1,859 people (1,156 domestic & 703 overseas) (as of April 2022) |