Essential Reading for Expanding into America! Explanation Document on the Location Advantages of West Virginia

To companies considering entering the U.S. market or already operating there: We will hold a seminar themed around the changing business environment in the U.S. due to policy shifts. Based on JETRO's latest "Survey on the Actual Conditions of Japanese Companies Expanding Overseas," we will explore the challenges companies face and the strategies to address them, incorporating specific case studies. Additionally, we will welcome the Secretary of the West Virginia Department of Commerce to share insights on the current business environment in the state. Speaker: Hirotoshi Ito, Deputy Director, JETRO New York Office ■ Language: Japanese ■ Participation Fee: Free ■ Minimum Number of Participants: 8 ■ Co-hosted by: JETRO New York, West Virginia Department of Commerce Economic Development Office ■ Contact: JETRO New York Office (Contact: Ohara) Email: rept@jetro.go.jp (cc: noriko_ohara@jetro.go.jp)

West Virginia will exhibit at Automotive World 2026 in Tokyo. Event Dates: January 21 (Wed) to January 23 (Fri), 2026, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Location: Tokyo Big Sight, West Exhibition Hall Booth Number: W10-82 Top-level automotive parts manufacturers are already located within the state, and a robust supply chain has been established. The abundance of natural resources necessary for EV battery manufacturing, the vast land available for large-scale factory construction and operation, and competitive electricity supply provide significant advantages for manufacturers. For specific inquiries regarding expansion and investment, a specialized team from the United States, along with Japanese staff, will be available to answer questions on-site. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to hear directly from two automotive parts manufacturers, Diamond Electric Holdings Co., Ltd. and Japan Thermostat Co., Ltd., who are already operating in West Virginia, about their products, technologies, and business activities in the U.S. Why not find your next business growth opportunity in North America, West Virginia? We sincerely look forward to your visit.