About our Tokyo Office
The Tokyo Trade and Investment Office (TIO) plays a pivotal role in facilitating trade and investment between Ontario, Canada, and Japan.
Our office is dedicated to strengthening commercial ties and fostering economic growth by connecting businesses, governments and institutions across borders.
The Government of Ontario, Canada operates a network of International Trade and Investment Offices (TIOs) located in Canadian diplomatic Missions around the world.
What we do
We assist Japanese companies interested in building their presence in Ontario and in sourcing Ontario products and services.
We help you find supply-chain partners
- Attend international missions and trade shows to connect Japanese buyers with Ontario businesses at the events.
- Organize pre-qualified meetings for Ontario companies to present their products and services.
- Collaborate with partners on incoming and outgoing trade missions.
We help you expand into Ontario
- Provide Japanese companies with market intelligence and research to help them understand the business landscape, market trends and potential opportunities in Ontario.
- Provide information on investment incentives, tax credits and financing options available to Japanese companies looking to invest in Ontario.
- Connecting them with government, institutional and private partners to help bring their expansion plans to completion.
- Organize site visits and providing expertise and guidance throughout the expansion process.
- Offer industry-specific support, connecting Japanese companies with relevant industry associations, research centres and experts in Ontario.
Connect with us
We understand your market, speak your language and work in your time zone.
Christian Howes
Senior Economic Officer
Yasuko Kii
Senior Commercial Officer
Junko Yo
Commercial Officer
Sanae Ichihara
Commercial Assistant
Find us at local events
Connect with us at upcoming international trade and investment events happening around the world.
Why choose Ontario and Ontario suppliers?
Ontario offers a stable, forward-looking business environment powered by innovation, skilled talent and trusted global partners.
Discover more reasons to partner with Ontario companies and learn About Ontario.