Japan Bioindustry Association (JBA)

The Japan Bioindustry Association (JBA) is a non‑profit industry association established in 1987 with historical roots in Japan’s early fermentation and industrial biotechnology organizations. It operates within the biotechnology and life sciences sectors, supporting sustainable advancement of bioscience and the bioindustry through collaboration among industry, academia, and government. JBA’s activities include policy advocacy, information exchange, international networking, and public‑private partnerships to strengthen Japan’s bioeconomy and facilitate commercialization of biotech innovations. The organization’s membership spans corporate entities in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, food, cosmetics, chemicals, and related fields, as well as universities, research institutions, and individuals. JBA also organizes major industry events such as BioJapan and related exhibitions, contributing to global biotech collaboration and market development from its headquarters in Tokyo, Japan.