Basic Information
The Greater Nagoya Area possesses a massive economy compared to other regions in Japan, which itself boasts one of the largest economies in the world. With an economy about the size of Singapore, Thailand, and Australia, the region has a massive economy even when compared to other countries and regions.
- Population (2023)
- 11,134,716
- GDP (2022)
- 59,798.9 billion yen
- Per capita GDP for GN
- 40,703 dollars
Source: MIC's Population Estimates.
IMF, World Economic Outlook database:April 2025 （2025.April）、Cabinet Office[Prefectural Economic Accounts]
Note 1. Figures for Greater Nagoya Area are those for Aich, Gifu and Mie Pref..
Note 2. When converting gross product for the prefecture into dollars, the average exchange rate for 2022 (1 dollar = 131.37 yen) was used.
Three Benefits of Doing Business in the Greater Nagoya
Excellent access to other large economic zones
Located in the heart of Japan, Greater Nagoya offers convenient access to the large economic zones of Japan’ s Kanto and Kansai regions.
The area has a comprehensive network of expressways, railways, airways, and seaways suitable for the efficient transport of people and delivery of goods and services.
World-leading manufacturers, universities and research institutes
Greater Nagoya has formed a cluster of world-leading companies and internationally competitive SMEs that provide excellent technologies and services in many different manufacturing sectors. The area maintains the number one position in Japan on product shipment value over 45 years.
Greater Nagoya has a large number of universities and research institutes studying advanced technologies that lead the world. Through integrated industry- academia-government collaborations, these institutions support the development of new technologies and the cultivation of outstanding human resources.
Extensive Support
Through collaboration with national government organizations, local governments, and industry, GNIC supports foreign companies that are interested in establishing or expanding their business in Greater Nagoya.
We offer information on Greater Nagoya, invite companies to the region, arrange business meetings, and provide business start-up support. Other services we offer include the provision of information about setting up business overseas and sending trade missions abroad.
