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Membership
Welcome to one of Japan's most active
and influential business networks
Joining the BCCJ means joining a network of over 200 companies with a shared interest in promoting UK and Japan business relations.
Membership provides opportunities to engage at senior level with UK and Japanese executives. It also facilitates access to the British Embassy Tokyo and key policy makers in Japan, as well as visiting dignitaries from business, political and royal circles. And it offers a full calendar of events featuring high-calibre guest speakers and exciting social engagements.
Joining the BCCJ means joining a network of over 200 companies with a shared interest in promoting UK and Japan business relations.
Membership provides opportunities to engage at senior level with UK and Japanese executives. It also facilitates access to the British Embassy Tokyo and key policy makers in Japan, as well as visiting dignitaries from business, political and royal circles. And it offers a full calendar of events featuring high-calibre guest speakers and exciting social engagements.
BCCJ Membership Benefits
Networking
Join an organisation with a 76-year history of bringing the right people together
Thought Leadership
Help to shape the business dialogue, while learning from experienced CEOs and change agents
Promotion & Communication
Nine communication channels for members to utilise, including BCCJ website and newsletter
Professional Development
40+ events throughout the year tackling the topics that matter to your people
Community
Engage with a host of programmes addressing community and societal challenges shared by the UK and Japan
Access
Forge strong and sustainable working relationships with business leaders, officials and policy makers
To see a list of membership benefits by category, click HERE
Not based in Kanto? Learn more about the BCCJ’s regional and international membership categories HERE
Membership at the British Chamber of Commerce in Japan
Welcome to the British Chamber of Commerce in Japan (BCCJ) – a vibrant hub with a proven track record in connecting businesses, professionals, and entrepreneurs. Our Chamber stands as a beacon of collaboration, providing an effective platform for networking, knowledge-sharing, professional development and creating friendships for life. We tackle challenges head on and lead key conversations that matter most to businesses such as climate change, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI), technology and policy & regulations.
Since the arrival of William Adams in 1600, the UK and Japan have had a long history of trade, and both being island nations, they share many common values. In recent years, bilateral relations have gone from strength to strength with the signing of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, the UK’s accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership and most recently, The Hiroshima Accord. By all means, it is an exciting time for business prospects in Japan.
If you feel you have something to contribute to the ever-evolving UK-Japan business relationship, or would simply like to take advantage of the BCCJ’s unparalleled platform, we invite you to get in contact and meet our dynamic community for yourself.
Richard Lyle
BCCJ President
What our members have to say
Kirsten O' Connor, CEO
QUESTAs a new entrepreneur, BCCJ Membership offers me invaluable opportunities to build business connections, find support, advice and inspiration. Small business leaders and global business titans cross paths regularly thanks to the varied events during the year. And I certainly enjoy the ready smiles and quick wit of the BCCJ team!
Stefan Woxstrom
Astra Zeneca KKFor AstraZeneca in Japan, working with and being supported by an external organisation is “extra special,” particularly by one as prestigious as the BCCJ.
Junko Kawakubo
CrodaBCCJ provides us with great opportunities to reinforce our UK profile in Japan, thanks to the provision of updated market information and introduction of new networks. Being a part of the Chamber also further enables us to provide effective and updated intel and support to our Japanese customers and business partners.
Akira Ito
Individual MemberI've been a BCCJ member since April 2015, when I became Executive Director of British Market Council (BMC). Since then, I've very much enjoyed participating many BCCJ events, and sincerely hope to continue strengthening mutual collaboration between the BMC and the BCCJ.
Member Gets Member Scheme
Did you know that all BCCJ members can take advantage of the BCCJ Member-Gets-Member (MGM) scheme?
Introduce a new member company to the Chamber and, in return, you will receive 50% of the new member’s first annual membership fee.
If you know a company that might be keen to join our vibrant and growing network of professionals and with an interest in promoting UK and Japan business relations, contact us at [email protected].
Member Gets Member Scheme
Did you know that all BCCJ members can take advantage of the BCCJ Member-Gets-Member (MGM) scheme?
Introduce a new member company to the Chamber and, in return, you will receive 50% of the new member’s first annual membership fee.
If you know a company that might be keen to join our vibrant and growing network of professionals and with an interest in promoting UK and Japan business relations, contact us at [email protected].
MGM – how to?
1. Identify a new BCCJ member company
2. Complete the Contact Form, in English or Japanese. Specify you would like to know more about MGM.
3. We will be in touch!
*In order to be eligible for the MGM scheme, the above process must happen before the new member has paid BCCJ membership fees.
