Seven Key Attractions and Industrial Features

Oita Prefecture has a well-balanced concentration of industries in a wide range of fields, including steel, petroleum, chemicals, semiconductors, electricity, automobiles, and precision instruments, and ranks second in Kyushu after Fukuoka Prefecture in terms of the value of manufactured goods shipped.
Business opportunities are expected to expand by utilizing the network developed among companies in the prefecture.

Oita Prefecture has support centers, systems, and contact points to promote and assist companies in securing industrial human resources.
In addition, a support system is in place to assist applicants who may be moving to Oita from elsewhere in various aspects, such as in housing, job search, and skill development.

Oita Prefecture is known as the "Eastern Gateway to Kyushu" and is the base point for the air and sea routes connecting Kansai and Kanto, as well as the high-speed transportation network that covers all of Kyushu.

Oita Prefecture has even been ranked number one in the nation in a survey of satisfaction among local businesses regarding support by prefecture. (2008 Prefectural Business Location Satisfaction Survey, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry)
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Oita Prefecture has abundant renewable energy resources, including geothermal, small-scale hydroelectric, and biomass.
According to the “Persistent Zone 2022 Report,” Oita's self-sufficiency rate in renewable energy is the second highest in Japan.
The prefecture is also making efforts to decarbonize its industries, such as through the Green Industrial Complex Oita Promotion Initiative.

Oita Prefecture is promoting the introduction of advanced technologies in a variety of fields, including IoT, drones, and the space industry. Various projects are underway, including efforts to support the use of IoT by companies in the prefecture, demonstration tests of drone logistics, and the challenge of developing a spaceport in the prefecture.
In addition, efforts are also being made to train human resources to play an active role in these fields, with the aim of revitalizing industry throughout the prefecture.

Oita Prefecture is filled with nature, natural hot springs, delicious cuisine, and is considered a highly livable place.
The cost of living is lower than the national average and prices are generally low, making it easy to live here.
Commuting times are also short, and it is easy to maintain both a professional and family life. With roughly 100,000 children from the age of 0 - 5, there are plenty of of certified childcare centers to provide your family the support it needs.As an added bonus, the abundant nature makes Oita an ideal environment for raising children.