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The Japan Cosmetic Center is a cosmetic cluster located in Karatsu city (Saga prefecture, North-West Japan).
We are made up of more than 130 companies, and we work to boost the competitiveness of the cosmetic sector through innovation, internationalization, networking, and support for sustainable development, this throughout the entire value chain of the beauty and health sector.
To stimulate the local economy by utilizing regional resources, through the cooperation and the technology of both local businesses and academic institutions, and to establish a support system to promote the expansion of local Japanese companies into global markets.
Thanks to the strong network of our member companies and the partnership with other international cosmetic clusters and associations, we want to promote Japanese natural cosmetics and related businesses to the rest of the world.
1) Overseas export support projects
To promote the entry of JCC members and local industries into overseas markets and the formation of manufacturing regions (manufacturing for export), establish a system to support the export of finished products and attract inward investment to the region.
2) Support for the development of regional cosmetics sales channels
Support for the development of domestic and overseas sales channels for cosmetics products that utilise locally produced materials from JCC members and the various prefectures of Kyushu Support the development of domestic sales channels for local industries and the creation of local brands with high added value.
1) Industry-academia collaboration platform
With a network of domestic and foreign cosmetics-related researchers, create a platform for the emergence of new technologies and develop a system for human resource development that contributes to the industry.
2) Knowledge network
A network of experts in various fields related to cosmetics is established to provide detailed and accurate support to member companies in response to their needs.
3) Overseas cluster cooperation
Promotion of the global development of JCC by strengthening exchanges and cooperation with the Global Cosmetic Cluster (GCC).
4) Member network cooperation
Provides consultation and support to member companies and regional industries on business-related issues.
5) Cosmetic Therapy Cooperation
In cooperation with the International Caremake Association, conduct education programs and activities for cosmetic therapists who contribute to improving the quality of life of the elderly and disabled people, as well as necessary research and development.
6) Support for locational start-up activities
Promote industrial clusters in the region by identifying promising projects for domestic and foreign companies and providing support ton companies entering the region.
1) Information dissemination
Disseminate the results of the JCC’s initiatives and the attractions of its member companies and regions both domestically and internationally through a variety of media, including online, offline and inbound.
2) Local raw material development support
Search for locally produced raw materials. Promote the use of locally produced raw materials and their supply from the region through support for their development and consultation services.
With our long-term partnership with 6 International Cosmetic Cluster and the recent partnership with the Global Cosmetics Cluster network, of which we are proud to be among the founding members, we aim to become the Japanese reference for our international partners and cosmetic network.