Hong Kong (China)

Hong Kong has one of the freest and most sophisticated financial systems in the world and plays an important role as a gateway for financing, corporate expansion, and international trade in Asia. With an annual trade volume several times the size of its GDP, logistics and commercial flows are so active that multinational companies and investors have established themselves in Hong Kong, creating a mature business ecosystem. In addition, the concentration of international-standard financial, accounting, and legal services in the region makes it a highly convenient transit point for foreign companies accessing Asian markets. For Japanese technology and startups, the region can be used as a strategic hub for expanding contacts with capital, human resources, and business partners.