Research Services in Japan

Sony Computer Science Laboratories

Sony Computer Science Laboratories, Inc.(Sony CSL) was established in February 1988. At Sony CSL, each researcher sets his or her own goals and carries out research based on the basic research themes of Sony CSL. All research results are published in the name of the individual researcher. This is because we believe that research is essentially the voluntary work of individuals or groups of individuals of their own free will, and that the institute should be a supporting entity. In addition, individual achievements are evaluated based on their overall impact, which consists of many dimensions, such as contributions to humanity and society, academic progress, industrial development, and products. In this environment, researchers conduct research for the benefit of the world and people, and aim to change the world with the results of their research. In some cases, the results are returned to society through the activities of the Sony Group, while in other cases, researchers start their own businesses and commercialize them. Sony CSL researchers with different disciplines stimulate each other to create new research areas and research paradigms, to create new technologies and new businesses, and to contribute to humanity and society.

11 to 50 staff

U-Medico Inc

U-Medico Inc. is an analytical and research service provider, which is spin-out from Osaka University in 2006. The company has been providing high-quality analytical and formulation development services for biopharmaceuticals, including antibodies and fusion proteins, to clients in Japan and overseas for 15 years. Our unique biophysical characterization services include analytical ultracentrifugation (AUC), hydrogen-deuterium exchange mass spectrometry (HDX-MS), and particle and aggregate analysis. U-Medico provides total support to clients for safe and reliable biopharmaceutical development by utilizing its cutting-edge know-how and analytical technologies. Every year, we receive requests from more than 40 customers, including domestic pharmaceutical manufacturers, polymeric material manufacturers, chemical manufacturers, medical device manufacturers, and overseas pharmaceutical companies.

11 to 50 staff

Venture Invess

Our mission is to put Tokyo at the center of Asia for connecting startups, early stage companies, strategics and ventures capitalists. Our platform will connect researchers, entrepreneurs, established companies and investors efficiently and intelligently.

1 to 10 staff

Data Labs Ichi

Where Simplicity Meets Expertise in Data Science At Data Labs Ichi, we are a dynamic Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO) with a team of passionate data enthusiasts. We have a simple mission: To unravel the complexities of data and offer straightforward solutions. We believe that the essence of brilliance lies in simplicity, and we bring this belief to life in every project we undertake. What We Do Computational Statistics: Our robust foundation in computational statistics empowers us to dissect data with precision, enabling us to draw actionable insights for making informed decisions. Database Manipulation: With extensive knowledge in database systems, we structure and manipulate data to make it more accessible and valuable. Our expertise ranges from data cleaning to optimization, ensuring data integrity and efficiency. Machine Learning: Our team's expertise in machine learning enables us to develop cutting-edge models that make data-driven predictions and decisions, leveraging the best of AI to benefit your business. Insightful Data Visualization & Reporting: We understand that data speaks louder when it's visual. Our eye-catching and insightful data visualizations, complemented by explanatory textual reports, make it easy for stakeholders to understand and act upon the insights derived from data. Global Reach & DAO Structure As a Decentralized Autonomous Organization, Data Labs Ichi embodies the future of work, with team members distributed globally, contributing from various time zones. This structure not only enhances our diversity and flexibility, but also ensures we can serve our clients without geographical constraints. Work with Us We are excited to bring our data science expertise to your table. If you have a problem that needs solving through data, or if you’re looking to extract more value from your data, we are here for you. For inquiries, collaboration, or job requests, please reach out to us at data.labs.ichi@gmail.com

1 to 10 staff

Nicklab

1 to 10 staff

Archilys Corporation

Research and Development of Self-assembling of Noble Meal Nanoparticles and Methodology of Analysis.

1 to 10 staff

Asset.Earth

asset.earth was conceptualized to provide accessible, comprehensive, and engaging information at the intersection of sustainability and economics.

1 to 10 staff

The Japanese Society For Regenerative Medicine

The mission of the Japanese Society for Regenerative Medicine (JSRM) is to advance research, clinical development, and regulatory frameworks to fully realize the transformative potential of regenerative medicine for human health and happiness. We foster innovation in stem cell technologies, cell and gene therapies, and tissue engineering, promoting their ethical and safe translation into society. Collaborating closely with academia, industry, government, and patient groups, we develop skilled professionals, share transparent information, and encourage public engagement to build trust in regenerative medicine. JSRM is one of the world’s largest professional societies dedicated to advancing the science, clinical translation, and societal integration of regenerative medicine. With over members—including basic and clinical researchers, engineers, regulatory professionals, ethicists, and legal experts—JSRM serves as an open innovation platform that bridges academia, industry, government, and patient communities. Our mission is to realize the transformative potential of regenerative medicine for human health and well-being through scientific excellence, ethical responsibility, and public trust. We support multidisciplinary research and innovation in stem cell biology, cell and gene therapy, tissue engineering, and organoid technology, and promote their safe and ethical application through education, policy advocacy, and international collaboration.

5001 to 10000 staff

Iseas Kyoto

La Scuola Italiana di Studi sull’Asia Orientale (Italian School of East Asian Studies, ISEAS) assiste i ricercatori italiani in Giappone in tutti i campi delle scienze umane e sociali. Attualmente gode del generoso sostegno dell’Ambasciata d’Italia a Tokyo e di una serie di università ed enti di ricerca italiani (Università degli Studi di Napoli “L’Orientale”, “Sapienza” Università di Roma, Università Ca’ Foscari Venezia, Università degli Studi di Torino, Università degli Studi di Napoli “Federico II”, Università degli Studi di Napoli “Parthenope”, Università degli Studi di Salerno, Università degli Studi di Milano “La Statale”, ISMEO — Associazione Internazionale di Studi sul Mediterraneo e l’Oriente) in collaborazione con l’Istituto Italiano di Cultura di Tokyo. La Scuola ha un’accordo ufficiale di collaborazione con la École française d’Extrême-Orient, con cui condivide la sede, e con lo Institute for Research in Humanities dell’Università Statale di Kyoto. Essa ha fatto parte dello European Consortium for Asian Field Study, una rete di 23 centri collegata alle principali istituzioni europee per la ricerca sull’Asia, e come contributo italiano si colloca tra i centri di ricerca europei in Giappone. È aperta a ricercatori di tutte le nazionalità, previa presentazione di un progetto dettagliato, con preferenza a soggetti collegati alle istituzioni che la sostengono.

1 to 10 staff

Opera Solutions Inc

OPERA Solutions is an innovation hub for soft electronics. By undertaking contract researches for industries, we help customers accelerate their product development and hence accelerate the launch of cutting-edge applications in the market.

1 to 10 staff

Sun Medical Technology Research Corp

1 to 10 staff

Kavli Institute For The Physics And Mathematics Of The Universe

The University of Tokyo Kavli Institute for the Physics and Mathematics of the Universe (Kavli IPMU, WPI) is a cross-disciplinary research center for addressing the origin and evolution of the Universe. The institute was established in 2007 as part of the World Premier International Research Center Initiative (WPI), under the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, with the University of Tokyo as the host institution. The name of the Institute was changed to the Kavli Institute for the Physics and Mathematics of the Universe (Kavli IPMU) in April 2012 after the University of Tokyo accepted an endowment from the Kavli Foundation. Including affiliate members and students, it is an international research center for some 300 researchers and many more visitors in physics, mathematics and astronomy.

51 to 200 staff

Basha Research Corporation

Basha Research Corporation aims at providing services to accelerate the scientific research globally, with a prime objective of bridging the gap between the scientific world and academic community. The organization is focused on creating discussion forums for technology innovation, platform to share research ideas, guidance to science investigators and publishing the associated literature. The insight of a strong visionary, founded Basha Research Corporation with a mission to exaggerate its services globally and attain the unreached. The strong values and dedicated resources of this organization shall make it competent with leading research and development service providers, technical committees and periodical publishers worldwide.

11 to 50 staff

Center For Innovation And Business Promotion At Hokkaido University

We promote the creation, protection and effective utilization of intellectual properties in Hokkaido University in a proactive and systematic manner, so that we transfer HU technology to the society. We lay out mid- and long-term goals and strategies relating to intellectual property, and improve the environment involving the creation, protection and utilization of intellectual properties. We promote revitalization of the local economy and help enhance the nation’s international competitiveness by promoting educational and enlightenment activities relating to intellectual property and returning HU’s intellectual properties to society. We provides the unified management of intellectual properties and promptly handles the use of intellectual property through top-down management under the direct control of the HU President. We do not merely create and protect intellectual properties and promote industry-university collaboration, but do create venture businesses and new industries with intellectual property as the core of industry-academia-government collaborations, help promote innovation, and fairly assess researchers and return profits to them. We incorporate new findings in society into the university’s basic research and create new sciences, thus aspiring to realize an intellectual creation cycle with intellectual property as the core.

11 to 50 staff

Kyoto Institute Of Philosophy

KIP is a newly established research institute founded through the collaboration of prominent Japanese corporations: NTT, Hitachi, Hakuhodo, and Yomiuri Shimbun. These organizations are deeply rooted in Japanese society, and their Chairperson-level executives serve on KIP's board. KIP aims to realize a "Multilayered Society of Values" by integrating philosophy, humanities, and social sciences to address societal challenges.

1 to 10 staff

Oshima Shipbuilding Co.,ltd

11 to 50 staff

Atlas Project - Asian Clinical Trials Network For Cancers Project

Asian Clinical Trials Network for Cancers Project: ATLAS project" was launched in 2020 to support education and training, to install infrastructures for conducting clinical trials, and conduct multiple international collaborative studies.

1001 to 5000 staff

Humanlink Corporation

11 to 50 staff

Magellan Technology Research Institute Mtri

We’re a research institute exploring how artificial intelligence can make complex work simpler, smarter, and more reliable. Our focus spans natural language processing, agentic AI, multimodal reasoning, and information retrieval and automation: technologies that help people find answers faster and work with greater accuracy. Unlike general-purpose AI models, MTRI’s work emphasizes accuracy, contextual understanding, and domain reliability. By combining deep research with real-world expertise, we aim to develop trustworthy AI technologies that power the next generation of digital transformation solutions.

1 to 10 staff

Min-On Music Research Institute Momri

The Min-On Music Research Institute (MOMRI) was founded in 2014. Our mission is to pursue a multidisciplinary investigation of the potential application of music in peacebuilding activities. We've approached research on Music in Peacebuilding from a variety of perspectives — particularly ethnomusicology, music education, sociology, ecology, human rights, and justice. Through this work, we've also met and collaborated with other researchers, practitioners, and institutions doing similar work. In 2023, we launched the MOMRI Hub for Music in Peacebuilding, an effort to strengthen connections and collaborations within the field, inspired by the six decades of achievements of our parent institution, Min-On. https://hub.institute.min-on.org We are: Olivier Urbain, Director Michael Golden, Research Fellow Craig Robertson, Research Fellow Elaine Chang Sandoval, Research Fellow & Web Development and Project Coordinator

1 to 10 staff

Researchin Inc

To a society where all intellectual curiosity leads to future discoveries.] Our mission is to create a society where everyone has access to research. We are building a platform that connects participants with researchers, providing big data solutions for research communities, and organizing, selling, and coordinating tours of research facilities at universities and companies. At Researchin, anyone can easily step “In” to the world of research. Join us as we begin this exciting new chapter!

1 to 10 staff

Medica Tokyo Laboratories

Medica-Tokyo is a research powerhouse at the forefront of health innovation. We combine cutting-edge research methodologies with the development of next-generation products. Our team of dedicated researchers translates fundamental discoveries into clinically relevant solutions for you.

11 to 50 staff

Momo Neko Central European Innovation Hub Japan

The Central European Innovation Accelerator Japan is a dynamic hub designed to foster collaboration between Central Europe and East Asia, with a strong focus on Japan and Korea. Positioned at the crossroads of cutting-edge technology and global entrepreneurship, this accelerator serves as a gateway for European startups to enter and thrive in the Asian market. The accelerator’s core mission is to empower European startups with the resources, networks, and cultural understanding necessary to establish a presence in Japan and Korea, two of Asia’s most advanced innovation ecosystems. By facilitating access to local investors, mentors, and industry leaders, it accelerates the entry of technology-driven solutions into key Asian markets. Specializing in fostering advancements in industries such as green energy, AI, robotics, healthcare technologies, and sustainable solutions, the accelerator bridges the gap between European ingenuity and Asian technological expertise. Through strategic partnerships with local governments, research institutions, and accelerators, it connects innovative startups with the resources they need to succeed. Central to the accelerator’s vision is building bridges between Europe and Asia. It fosters mutual understanding by addressing cultural and business differences through workshops, seminars, and collaborative research programs. These initiatives enable startups to navigate the unique dynamics of the Japanese and Korean markets with confidence. By creating a platform for cross-border innovation, the accelerator not only brings European startups to Asia but also paves the way for Asian companies to explore opportunities in Europe, establishing a two-way exchange of ideas, talent, and technology. With a long-term commitment to collaboration, the Central European Innovation Accelerator Japan is shaping the future of global entrepreneurship by connecting the best of both continents.

1 to 10 staff

Amaterasu

We pioneer research at the intersection of quantum computing and psychology to advance mental health understanding and its treatment. We are developing quantum frameworks and algorithms designed to model complex mental states and their subjective experiences (qualia), in order to enable a holistic understanding of human cognitive health. Our current work focuses on simulating treatment effects on individual mental states over time, informing personalized therapies and promoting mental resilience. Our ultimate aim is to empower a more resiliant human mind and contribute to a healthier future through innovative mental health research.

11 to 50 staff