Expert Guidance Through Japan's Certification Maze
Japan's certification system can be difficult to navigate – especially for overseas manufacturers and factories unfamiliar with how it works. We break it down clearly and support you every step of the way, so you can take your first step into the Japanese market with confidence.
Which certification are you interested in?
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JIS certification
- Keywords
- selling products in Japan / JIS Mark labeling / proof of standards compliance / building trust with business partners / overseas-manufactured products
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NETIS
- Keywords
- Japanese public works / new technology registration / technology proposals to project owners / improving adoption prospects / building a track record of real-world use
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Ministerial certification
- Keywords
- Japanese construction projects / Building Standards Act compliance / building inspection requirements / adoption criteria for materials and construction methods / meeting performance standards
JIS Mark Certification Support
We support the full journey to JIS Mark certification – from clarifying the issues up front to establishing and operating your quality management system – tailored to your company's specific situation.
What is JIS
（Japanese Industrial Standards）?
The JIS Mark is an official third-party certification confirming that a product or service meets Japanese Industrial Standards. It is a recognized mark of quality and reliability.
Benefits of Certification
- Strengthens the credibility of JIS-marked products
- Validates your company's quality management systems
- Improves eligibility for public procurement
- Opens doors to larger commercial contracts
Our Scope of Service
- Feasibility assessment for certification
- Development and operational support for internal quality standards
- Preparation support for initial product testing and ISO 17025 audits
- Application support and attendance during the review process
- Post-certification maintenance audit support (optional)
What You Gain
- Clarity on key issues and a smoother path through the certification process
- A quality management framework built around JIS-specific regulatory requirements
- A clear picture of what product testing will involve
- Faster, more efficient application procedures
NETIS Registration Support
We provide seamless support from pre-registration technical consulting through to completed registration – with careful attention to the specific considerations that apply to overseas products.
What is NETIS?
NETIS is the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism's database of innovative technologies for infrastructure applications. The Ministry actively encourages the adoption of new technologies in public works projects as part of Japan's national infrastructure development strategy. The database already includes a significant number of overseas technologies currently being utilized in Japanese public works.
Benefits of NETIS Registration
- Significantly improves your prospects for adoption on public works projects across Japan
- Establishes your technology as an innovative solution, opening new market opportunities
- Strengthens your technical brand and the market visibility of your products
Our Scope of Service
- Pre-registration technical consulting
- Preparation of materials demonstrating infrastructure quality and construction efficiency improvements
- Full application document preparation and submission on your behalf
- Liaison and negotiation with the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
What You Gain
- Early confirmation of registration prospects before the process begins
- Reduced burden on your documentation team
- Faster, more efficient dealings with Japanese government authorities
Ministerial Certification Support
We guide overseas manufacturers through Japan's Ministerial Certification process for building components and systems – helping you achieve the approvals needed to distribute your products efficiently across Japan's domestic market.
What Is Ministerial Certification?
Ministerial Certification is an official designation issued by Japan's Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT), confirming that building components and systems meet national technical standards for structural performance, fire resistance, and more. For manufacturers and trading companies alike, it is widely regarded as a mark of quality and safety – and a prerequisite for smooth business in Japan's construction sector. Many certified products are already in use across a wide range of construction sites throughout the country.
Benefits of Certification
- Builds the trust needed to accelerate business development in Japan
- Reduces documentation burden during individual project applications
- Strengthens your technical brand and market profile in Japan
Our Scope of Service
- Pre-application technical consulting for overseas products
- Support for performance evaluation testing
- Preparation of application documentation
- Application submission and coordination with certification bodies
What You Gain
- Early confirmation of certification prospects before you commit
- Reduced burden on your internal documentation team
- A faster, more streamlined application process