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The Digital Agency's Vision for a Digital Society

On February 13, 2026, the Digital Agency hosted the 10th meeting of various governmental agencies focusing on the digital transformation (DX) of businesses. This meeting showcased the agency's commitment to fostering a fully digital society and strengthening the necessary infrastructures that will support growth and innovation in all sectors of the economy.

At the onset of the meeting, the head of the meeting, Tomohiro Okada, a senior official from the Digital Agency, welcomed attendees and outlined the agenda, which consisted of six key topics. Key among these was the expansion of the member organizations involved and the progress on various DX initiatives, including the G Biz Portal.

Agenda Overview

The agenda included discussions on:

• - The expansion of members in the liaison conference.
• - Progress updates on the administrative procedures review and subsidy investigations for the fiscal year 2026.
• - Features and functionalities of the G Biz Portal, aimed at facilitating business processes.
• - Efforts to promote the use of electronic procurement systems.
• - Utilizing DMP (Digital Market Place) for effective procurement.
• - Digital tax filing and initiatives for promoting digitalization among businesses.

During the meeting, it was emphasized that the G Biz Portal is set to release its alpha version in March 2026. The portal aims to streamline procedures for businesses by offering three main functionalities: comprehensive search capabilities, an electronic locker for document management, and a guided journey for specific business procedures.

G Biz Portal: A Game Changer for Businesses

The G Biz Portal, planned to launch in alpha, represents a significant leap toward making business procedures more accessible and efficient. Specifically, the portal will utilize AI technologies to enhance user experience, allowing businesses to search for relevant administrative procedures and subsidies in an intuitive manner. This is expected not only to simplify bureaucratic processes but also to bolster compliance and promote digital engagement across the board.

Moreover, enhancements in the procurement domain have also been highlighted, with a focus on utilizing the DMP (Digital Market Place) to streamline IT acquisitions. The DMP is designed to modernize the public sector's procurement approach, enabling quicker and more transparent purchasing by leveraging a catalog of pre-approved software applications.

Emphasis on Digitalization Across Government

The meeting also addressed efforts to boost digital tax filing opportunities, particularly through the electronic tax payment system e-Tax. This aligns with broader governmental strategies to fully digitize administrative workflows, improving service delivery, and reducing the burden on both citizens and businesses.

The Digital Agency, along with various governmental departments, aims to implement these transformative strategies effectively, ensuring that all stakeholders are supported in their digital journeys. The feedback received during the meeting was overwhelmingly positive, signaling optimism for the future of business operations in Japan, particularly as DX initiatives continue to take root.

Future Directions

With the aim of holding future meetings to further refine these strategies, all participating members were encouraged to collaborate closely to facilitate the dissemination of information regarding digitalization initiatives in their respective sectors. This includes continuing to support startups and small businesses in their exploration of digital solutions. As the Digital Agency progresses towards its goals, regular updates and subsequent meetings will be crucial to align actions and adapt to the rapidly evolving digital landscape.

As Japan moves forward with its digital transformation efforts, the expectations for improved efficiencies, reduced administrative backlog, and enhanced user experiences are set high. The commitment from the Digital Agency and its partners reflects a significant step toward achieving a robust digital economy that can thrive in the coming years.