Kanazawa Chamber of Commerce: Individual Business Meeting with Hankyu Department Store to Expand Sales Channels into the Kansai Region! November 5 (Thu) Event

The Kanazawa Chamber of Commerce will host a pre-screened individual business meeting, inviting Hankyu Department Store as a buyer, to support small and medium-sized enterprises in expanding their sales channels into the Kansai region.

This is an excellent opportunity for businesses within the prefecture to promote their flagship products to buyers outside the region. We encourage your participation.

▼ Target Categories

Food: Groceries, sweets & confectionery, beverages & alcohol, daily-delivery items, processed livestock & seafood products, and others

Non-food: Traditional crafts, tableware & kitchen goods, fashion accessories, cosmetics, towels, bedding & furniture, watches & jewelry, etc.

Services: Travel, experiences, all types of services, and services that can collaborate with Hankyu Department Store

▼ Eligible Applicants

Businesses seeking to expand sales channels or distribution

Businesses with prototypes ready

Businesses wishing to proactively discuss and develop department store expansion strategies and plans together with buyers

▼ Event Overview

Date & Time

November 5, 2026 (Thu) 10:00–16:00

※ Each meeting lasts 30 minutes (25 minutes for discussion + 5 minutes for transition); pre-screening by buyers applies

※ Meeting schedules will be communicated around October 20

Fee

Members of chambers of commerce or business associations in Ishikawa Prefecture: 1,100 JPY (tax included)

Non-member businesses: 7,700 JPY (tax included)

※ Participation fee will be charged once a meeting is scheduled with a buyer, and an invoice will be sent

Venue

Kanazawa Chamber of Commerce Building (9-13 Oyamamachi, Kanazawa City)

※ Paid underground parking available (limited spaces)

Application Deadline

September 9, 2026 (Wed)

▼ Application Procedure

※ Submission of basic information via Google Form and the entry sheet is mandatory. Please note.

[Step A] Apply via Google Application Form

Apply here

[Step B-1] Download and complete the designated entry sheet from the event’s dedicated website

Confirm and download/create the entry sheet for your application category: Food / Non-food / Services

Dedicated website here

[Step B-2] Convert the completed entry sheet ([Step B-1]) into PDF format and email it

Send to: [email protected]

Entry Sheet Submission Guidelines

Format: PDF File name: "Category Date Company Name Entry Sheet"

[File Name Example (Food Category)]

"Food 1203 Kanazawa Co. Entry Sheet"

↑ Indicate application category: Food / Non-food / Services

※ This business meeting does not guarantee successful deals. The organizers assume no responsibility for any transaction disputes or issues that may arise.

※ Sample shipping is only accepted at room temperature (no cold shipping). As there are no refrigerated or frozen storage facilities, if sample delivery is required, please consult with the buyer during the meeting and arrange direct shipping afterward.