Notice of Participation in Automotive World 2026 Tokyo

[Case Studies for 2023-2024 Available] There are reasons for the success of overseas investment expansion. Gain initial insights into successful expansion from case studies of companies that have ventured abroad.

As companies globalize, many are considering local production in North America as one of the options they must explore in the near future. However, even when it comes to the United States, some companies may be struggling to determine the criteria for choosing a location, which can hinder their overseas expansion. To provide insights into solving such challenges, we have compiled easy-to-understand examples of companies that have announced their entry or expansion within the last year and a half. We will introduce why West Virginia was chosen as a manufacturing base, not only from Japan but also from Europe, Asia, and within the United States, including reasons for expansion or growth, investment scale, and number of employees. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.*

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West Virginia has numerous advantages such as business costs, safety, and livability. The automotive industry is becoming more active as major companies strengthen their investments.

West Virginia, which resonates with some people through the famous song "Country Roads." But how many know how beneficial it is for automotive manufacturers and their suppliers? The automotive industry is thriving in this state, with major companies, including Toyota, strengthening their investments. There are numerous well-known companies with manufacturing bases, and the location offers advantages such as proximity to assembly plants. **Five Reasons Why Many Japanese Companies Invest in West Virginia** (1) Competitive Business Costs… Business costs, including taxes, wages, and utilities, are lower than the national average. (2) Market Location… It is at the center of the automotive industry corridor running from the Midwest to the South of North America. (3) Workforce Support… Financial support for recruitment and employee training, as well as human resources assistance. (4) Investment Incentives… Tax credits for manufacturing, assistance in finding factory sites and properties, financial support, and other assistance. (5) One-on-One Support… Individual project support from staff based in Japan and staff at the West Virginia headquarters. *Currently, we have released materials introducing the benefits of corporate expansion into West Virginia. Please feel free to view them from the [PDF Download] link below.*

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An energy-related startup company established in 2019! Employing and training unemployed coal industry workers.

We would like to introduce the case of SPARKZ(CA) entering the manufacturing of cobalt-free recycled lithium-ion batteries at the company's first manufacturing plant. A suitable location for reengineering the battery supply chain. The workers to be employed have a good knowledge and awareness of labor safety from the coal industry, which is an important factor for battery manufacturing. [Case Overview (Partial)] ■ Location: Taylor County, WV ■ Factory Building: 482,000 Sqft. repurposed former glass factory ■ Number of Employees: Ultimately 350 ■ Battery Focus: Material handling, energy storage-related, EV *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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West Virginia, with its low worker turnover rate and abundant natural resources, is ideal for manufacturing plant locations! We are currently offering explanatory materials that summarize customer feedback!

This document summarizes the locational advantages and basic information about the manufacturing industry in West Virginia. It includes a wealth of information such as access to natural resources, low turnover rates in manufacturing, the highest homeownership rate in the nation, high business survival rates, low disaster risk, strategic locations close to major markets, and robust support for the manufacturing sector. We also feature testimonials from customers who have chosen West Virginia, so please use this information when considering expansion into the manufacturing industry in the United States. [Contents] ■ Basic information about West Virginia ■ State government service support before expansion ■ State government service support after expansion ■ Locational advantages ■ Japanese companies *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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West Virginia, USA, equipped with the labor force, raw materials, and logistics network necessary for the overseas expansion of the automotive industry.

Automobile parts manufacturers around the world have discovered that the path to success leads to West Virginia. Companies that supply and support the automotive industry will find a prepared workforce equipped with the skills needed in today’s market. Furthermore, in West Virginia, there is easy access to suppliers of raw materials necessary for the automotive industry, such as steel, aluminum, and chemicals/polymers. Automakers in the state can leverage research and technology resources such as nonprofit centers for alternative fuels, the National Alternative Fuel Training Consortium, and the Robert C. Byrd Advanced Flexible Manufacturing Institute (RCBI). For more details, please download the catalog from the link below.

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[Speaker] Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, Road Bureau, Planning Division, Road Economic Research Office Planning Specialist Yuki Endo [Key Lecture Content] The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism is advancing discussions on the realization of automated logistics roads as a new form of logistics in response to recommendations from the "Interim Summary on the State of High-Standard Road Networks," addressing logistics crises and carbon neutrality. This lecture will introduce the final summary on the state of automated logistics roads published in July of the 7th year of Reiwa, as well as the demonstration experiments planned for the 7th year of Reiwa. [Lecture Items] 1. Final summary on automated logistics roads 2. Demonstration experiments for the 7th year of Reiwa 3. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Speaker] NTT Docomo Business Inc. 5G & IoT Services Department Director in charge of Global Connected Cars, Yuji Tamai [Key Lecture Content] The value of SDV lies in continuously cycling 'updates × data × cloud', and connectivity is a prerequisite for this. In this presentation, we will organize the barriers of quality, cost, and regulation faced in global expansion, and explain the design principles and operational models from roaming enhancement, eSIM/RSP (SGP.32), integrated management (CMP), NTN, to Network API. Additionally, we will delve into security aspects related to connectivity, introducing phenomena observed in actual service operations and their countermeasures, as well as exploring other operational updates (staged delivery, avoiding simultaneous activation, monitoring/observability). [Lecture Items] 1. Positioning of connectivity in SDV 2. Barriers to global connectivity 3. Designing to "strengthen" roaming 4. eSIM/RSP and SGP.32 5. Integrated connectivity management (CMP) and operations 6. Further connectivity - NTN and Network API 7. Security and update operations 8. Q&A

"Even though I'm communicating, nothing changes." "When I give a warning, the atmosphere gets worse." — Are you trying to solve these problems just by changing how you interact? What you need is not to move people, but to create a workplace that is easy to navigate. I will explain based on numerous examples of on-site improvements that I have supported. Held on May 27 (Wednesday). Please check the LP for more details. ▼ For more information and registration (free), see below.

At the Dry Fog Humidification System Free Demo Experience, you will have the opportunity to actually experience our Dry Fog, as well as our single-fluid and dual-fluid humidifiers. We will explain the differences from conventional humidifiers and the effects of implementation. In addition to introducing the latest case studies, we will also provide time for you to consult directly with our specialized staff. Please select a convenient venue and date from the application page and apply. * The "morning session" and "afternoon session" contain the same content. Please participate at a time that suits you. * This event is intended for users only. Participation from trading companies, other companies in the same industry, or for sales purposes to our company is not permitted. Venues: ■ Yamagata Venue: 3/12 (Wed) at Yamagata International Exchange Plaza 3/13 (Thu) at Sakata Chamber of Commerce and Industry ■ Sendai Venue: 3/14 (Fri) at Kiri no Ikeuchi Sendai Branch ■ Tokyo Venue & Osaka Venue: 3/18 (Tue), 3/19 (Wed), 3/21 (Fri) at Kiri no Ikeuchi Tokyo Sales Office & Kiri no Ikeuchi Osaka Headquarters ■ Nagoya Venue & Fukuoka Venue: 4/9 (Wed), 4/10 (Thu), 4/11 (Fri) at Kiri no Ikeuchi Nagoya Sales Office & Kiri no Ikeuchi Fukuoka Sales Office

In recent years, as many companies are considering modernization, exploring methods for system renewal has become an important issue. This seminar will focus on "Rewrite," one of the solutions to such challenges, and will explain questions and issues encountered during project promotion in a Q&A format. <Program> - Opening - How to advance system renewal through "Rewrite" and key points for problem-solving - Introduction of unique tools to support migration <Recommended for> - Those who are struggling with specific methods for system renewal - Those who are concerned about the continuity of maintenance for existing systems and a shortage of personnel - Companies that own IBM i (AS/400) *We may refuse applications from competing companies or those not eligible to participate.