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Trade and commerce

The Toyota City Partnership Board is working towards opening up trade between Derbyshire and Japan. To help small businesses to plan for export, the partnership board organises free events to share information and experiences.


A number of Derbyshire businesses have already had their business info translated in Japanese language and this information can be shared with the Chamber of Commerce in Japan.

There is a market in Japan for British goods, especially those which are considered quintessentially English, specialist or natural and environmental. Products and services such as:

  • food and drink
  • gift wears
  • crafts
  • clothing and accessories
  • pottery and china
  • cosmetics, skin care and perfume
  • technical specialisms
  • sustainable energy

If you are a Derbyshire-based business and you think your product would be of interest to the Japanese market email: stephanie.walsh@derbyshire.gov.uk.

Exporting to Japan

Watch our video for some insights into exporting to Japan from Derbyshire.

The East Midlands Chamber of Commerce has more information to support businesses. Read the Governments guidance on exporting goods from the UK.