Today, B.C. Trade and Investment is working hard to generate Japanese wireless market opportunities in Vancouver, June 15 -17, thanks to Wavefront and partner Mobile Computing Promotion Consortium (MCPC).

Here is a snapshot of companies and delegates in attendance:

• Mr. Yoshihito Sugiyama, DOCOMO Systems Inc.
• Mr. Hiroharu Seguchi, Fujitsu Limited
• Mr. Tomioka Okaji, Aisys Corporation
• Mr. Hajime Muto, NTT DOCOMO Inc.
• Mr. Takahisa Han-nuki, NEC Corporation
• Mr. Kimihiro Iwao, Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada (Tokyo)

Who is the expert to ask about Japan’s mobile market?

Meet Mr. Ichiro Mizusawa, Manager of Trade and Investment for B.C.’s Trade and Investment Office in Japan.

Mr. Mizusawa has arrived in Vancouver and is working with B.C. wireless companies who have demonstrated a keen interest in Japan’s mobile markets. For the remainder of the week, Mr. Mizusawa is taking part in meetings between B.C. wireless companies and Mobile Computing Promotion Consortium (MCPC).

What can Mr. Mizusawa help you with?

Mr. Mizusawa bridges the gap between Japanese and Western cultures, identifying trends and preferences that exist within the Japanese marketplace. He offers extensive experience working for Japanese companies in international business development and marketing. His prior work experience includes being a corporate advisor to companies working with computer hardware, manufacturers and software developers.

If you are interested in investing in mobile opportunities, get connected to one of the world’s top mobile markets. Japan with 119.5 million mobile subscribers, generates approximately $71.7 billion in revenues.

Are you a qualified B.C. company ready to explore market opportunities in Japan?  The B.C. Trade and Investment Office  team are ready to help.

Resource: MCPC White Paper: Smart Phone Trend and Evolution in Japan, 2011

Check back for updates about this event later this week. Any questions?