About The Indo-Japan Chamber of Commerce
Forging powerful partnerships and fostering economic growth between India and Japan for over five decades.

The Indo-Japan Chamber of Commerce (IJCC) was formed with a view to promoting closer economic relations between India and Japan. The Chamber has facilitated several business interactions, forged partnerships, and promoted bilateral trade over the years. We work to enhance trade relations, attract investment, and create platforms for business success in both countries.
Our journey began over 50 years ago, driven by a vision to create a robust platform for Indo-Japanese economic cooperation. Today, we stand as a testament to the enduring friendship and burgeoning business ties between the two nations. We serve a diverse membership base, from multinational corporations to dynamic startups, all of whom contribute to the rich tapestry of our shared economic landscape.
Our mission is to be the leading catalyst for economic growth and cultural exchange between India and Japan, creating a prosperous and interconnected business ecosystem.
Our Core Objectives
- To promote and protect the trade, commerce, and industries of India and Japan.
- To encourage and facilitate technical and economic collaboration between the two countries.
- To provide a platform for networking and knowledge sharing among members.
- To act as a representative body for the business community in matters of policy and trade.
- To foster cultural understanding and strengthen the bonds of friendship between the people of India and Japan.
Our Leadership
The dedicated professionals leading the Indo-Japan Chamber of Commerce.
Mr. Rahul Mishra
Chairman, IJCC
Mr. Gajendra Badgujar
Vice-Chairman (Strategy), Ex. Director FICCI
Mr. Prakash Yadav
Vice-Chairman (Corporate Affairs), MD, AJU Hotels
Dr. Neelam Ramaiah
Vice-Chairman (Education), Ex. Director, University of Tokyo
Mr. Surajit Kalita
Vice-Chairman(Operation & Planning), IJCC
Mr. Mukesh Ranjan
Director- HR & Strategy
Advisors
Our esteemed advisors who provide strategic guidance and industry expertise.
Mr. Tomoyuki Iwama
Director Yakult India
Mr. Naveen Verma
Chairman, RERA Bihar (Retd. IAS)
Mr. Anil Kumar Khandelwal
Ex. General Manager, East Central Railway
Dr. Randeep Rakwal
Professor, Tsukuba University, Japan
Mr. Kenichiro Iwahori
Advisor, Sasakawa Foundation, Japan
Mr.Markus
MD Asahi Travels Japan
Dr. Supratic Gupta
Professor, IIT Delhi
Dr. Maushumi Barooah
Ex. Director, Assam Technical Education Board
Mr.Rajesh Mehta
Editor Sunday Guardian
Dr. Jatinder Khanna
Policy Maker, Education & Culture
Dr. Vinod Kumar Yadavendu
Ex Member, Bihar Legislative Assembly
Legal Team
Our expert legal counsel, providing critical guidance on national and international law.
Mr.P.D. Sharma
Sr.Advocate (AOR) Supreme Court of India
Ms. Anjali Sharma
Advocate, Supreme Court of India
Varanasi & Gaya Chapters
Our dedicated teams in Varanasi and Gaya, fostering local business and cultural exchange with Japan.
Mr. Raj Singh
Director Sunlite Consulting (Varanasi)
Mr. M Nazir
Director ICAE India (Varanasi)
Mr. Lokendra Rana
Executive Director (Gaya)
