Austrade is inviting Australian biotech, drug development and clinical trials companies to join the Team Australia delegation to BioJapan 2026 in Yokohama, Japan from 7 to 9 October.

BioJapan is one of Asia’s largest life sciences events, bringing together global pharma, biotech, research and government stakeholders. Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, BioJapan, first established in 1986, is among the world’s longest-running biotechnology exhibitions.

Participants will access the Team Australia pavilion, business partnering opportunities, and in-market support from Austrade’s Japan team. The delegation is delivered with AusBiotech and supported by the Accessing New Markets Initiative (ANMI).

To register your interest, complete the EOI form and select BioJapan 2026.

Program

Why you should attend

By participating in BioJapan 2026, you will gain access to one of Asia’s most established and globally connected life sciences ecosystems, with opportunities to engage directly with pharmaceutical companies, research institutions, startups and government stakeholders.

Last year, BioJapan attracted more than 22,000 visitors and hosted over 1,100 exhibition booths, highlighting its scale as one of Asia’s leading life sciences events. The conference also featured a highly active partnering program, with more than 1,500 companies participating in over 25,000 B2B meetings. This level of engagement makes BioJapan a valuable platform for building partnerships and advancing commercial opportunities.

As part of the Team Australia delegation, you will also benefit from a coordinated national presence that showcases Australia’s capabilities across biotechnology and clinical trials, helping to strengthen your visibility and position your organisation in an internationally competitive market. 

Austrade’s on-the-ground expertise will also help you navigate the Japanese market, providing insights, connections and tailored support to assist you in establishing and expanding your presence in Japan and the broader Northeast Asia region.

Participant cost

A$1,000 includes: 

• Access to the 36sqm furnished national pavilion in Australia’s Nation Brand shared with delegates.
• Exhibitor passes to access full conference and networking functions hosted by BioJapan’s organisers. 
• A discount code to purchase access to BioJapan’s Business Partnering B2B platform at 88,000 JPY (approx. A$901.50) per account as part of you co-exhibitor benefits (regular price is 143,000 JPY per account or approx. A$1,461.9).
• Your corporate profile in the Australian delegation booklet (printed, with digital copies distributed to visitors). 
• Your profile in BioJapan’s online and printed catalogues.

Contact us

If you would like further information, please contact the Health Team at health@austrade.gov.au. Alternatively, you can contact the two key personnel below: