Canary Islands Delegation Targets Japan’s Video Game Market
A delegation of institutional and business leaders from the Canary Islands has begun a working agenda in Japan this week. The mission aims to solidify the archipelago’s presence in the international video game sector, attract foreign investment, and foster new collaboration opportunities with Asian companies. Led by Alfonso Cabello, the Deputy Minister of the Presidency of the Government of the Canary Islands and President of PROEXCA (the Canary Islands Agency for Foreign Investment and Economic Development), the trip includes participation in key events and high-level meetings.
Key Events on the Agenda
The delegation’s packed schedule features prominent industry gatherings. The goal is to directly engage with Japanese developers, publishers, and sector agents, showcasing the competitive advantages that make the Canary Islands an attractive hub for the video game industry.
September 24 – Spain Game Matsuri in Tokyo
Deputy Minister Alfonso Cabello will speak at this forum, which brings together Spanish companies and institutions operating in Japan. His presentation will focus on the competitive advantages of the Canary Islands as a strategic hub for the video game industry, highlighting the unique benefits available to businesses.
September 25 – Tokyo Game Show
For the second consecutive year, the Canary Islands delegation will have a stand under the Canarias-España brand at the world-renowned Tokyo Game Show. Here, they will promote the archipelago’s fiscal incentives, logistical advantages, and pool of local talent to an international audience of industry professionals.
September 26 – Institutional Company Visit
The agenda also includes a pending confirmation for an institutional visit to a Japanese company within the sector that has expressed interest in establishing links with the Canary Islands. Should the visit be confirmed, further details, images, and audiovisual material will be released.
