■Introducing Advanced Solutions in Digital Health, Medical Devices, and Diagnostics to Address Japan’s Evolving Healthcare Challenges

The EU Business Hub is pleased to announce its first participation in World Health Expo Osaka 2026 as part of its efforts to strengthen collaboration between Japanese and European companies. The EU Pavilion in Osaka will serve as a platform to showcase European healthcare innovation and medical technologies to a wide audience.

Approximately 50 innovative European SMEs and start-ups are scheduled to exhibit at the EU Pavilion. These companies will present advanced solutions across a broad range of healthcare fields, including digital health, medical devices, diagnostics, and drug discovery. The EU booth will be located in Hall 6, Zone B, Booth B-1502. Exhibiting companies have been selected based on their excellence in products, technologies, resources, and strategic approach.

World Health Expo Osaka 2026:
https://www.worldhealthexpo.com/events/healthcare/japan/jp/home.htm

In Japan, digital transformation in healthcare is advancing further under the country’s efforts to realize Society 5.0, particularly in response to major challenges such as its super-aging society. Through this initiative, Japanese companies will have the opportunity to access Europe’s transformative technologies and expertise, with the potential to build long-term and strategic partnerships.

Society 5.0:
https://www8.cao.go.jp/cstp/society5_0/

■Overview of the EU Pavilion at World Health Expo Osaka 2026

The EU Pavilion at World Health Expo Osaka 2026 will feature approximately 50 leading European SMEs and start-ups operating in the following fields:

Digital health and health IT

Disposable products and consumer healthcare products

Healthcare-related and general services

Medical imaging and diagnostic technologies

Manufacturing and design

Medical devices and equipment

Pharmaceuticals and drug discovery

Regenerative medicine

Wellness and preventive healthcare

These companies have strong potential to provide innovative solutions tailored to the needs of the Japanese market and are expected to contribute to addressing key challenges and creating new opportunities in the medical and healthcare sectors.

■Matchmaking Event and Networking Reception

To promote collaboration between European and Japanese companies, the EU Business Hub will host a matchmaking event and networking reception on 1 July at Quintbridge. These events will provide valuable opportunities for exhibitors, visitors, and industry stakeholders to connect in a relaxed setting, exchange ideas, and explore possibilities for future cooperation.

Quintbridge:
https://www.quintbridge.jp

Registration for the matchmaking event and networking reception:
https://www.b2match.com/e/healthx-connect-osaka-2026/components/69130/GNoN1jqOlYjk

■Strategic Business Matchmaking

To create more fruitful collaboration opportunities, we encourage you to register on the b2match platform. This platform allows participants to join pre-arranged one-on-one meetings with European companies visiting Japan to explore new business opportunities.

By registering, your company can benefit from:

Matching with partners aligned with your business needs

Direct access to European advanced technologies and innovation

The ability to plan meetings strategically before the exhibition opens

Through this unique platform, participants can build meaningful relationships and explore future collaboration and joint business opportunities, leading to a more effective and rewarding exhibition experience.

Register for business matchmaking here:
https://japan-app.worldhealthexpo.com/#/pages/main/main

■Experience European Innovation Firsthand

At the EU Pavilion at World Health Expo Osaka 2026, visitors will have the opportunity to discover the latest European technologies and engage directly with leading innovators. This is an excellent chance to connect with innovative European companies, learn about cutting-edge solutions, and exchange views on potential future collaboration. Interpreters will also be available on site to facilitate smooth communication with European exhibitors.

Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to network with industry leaders while gaining insight into the future of medical technology.

We sincerely look forward to welcoming you to the EU Pavilion at World Health Expo Osaka 2026.

■Further Information

Delegation of the European Union to Japan:
https://www.eeas.europa.eu/delegations/japan

EU Business Hub contacts:
Email: coaching_japan@eubusinesshub.eu
Email: support@eubusinesshub.eu
Email: logistics_japan@eubusinesshub.eu

Latest news and event information:
https://japan.eubusinesshub.eu/ja/zuixinnoqingbaoworushou

■About the EU Business Hub

The EU Business Hub is a business matching initiative led by the Delegation of the European Union to Japan. It supports European companies in enhancing their presence in Japan by facilitating access to the Japanese market and fostering collaboration with Japanese companies. Over the four-year period from 2023 to 2027, the EU Business Hub will carry out a total of 10 business missions in Japan. In each mission, European companies receive tailor-made coaching, financial support, and business matching opportunities, while exhibiting at EU Pavilions at major trade fairs in the fields of digital solutions, green and low-carbon technologies, and healthcare and medical devices