Core Insights - The 2025 China International Import Expo (CIIE) will feature 320 Japanese companies showcasing products across various sectors, indicating the event's significance for Japanese firms to present strategies and seek partnerships in the Chinese market [3][18] - Japanese investment in China surged by 55.5% in the first nine months of 2025 compared to the previous year, highlighting the ongoing economic and technological complementarity between China and Japan [3][18] AI in Daily Life - Brother Industries showcased AI sewing machines that can automatically convert user-uploaded designs into embroidery data, demonstrating the integration of AI into everyday household products [6] - Panasonic presented smart appliances, including a washing machine with AI fabric recognition and a cooking set that generates nutritional recipes based on ingredient recognition [8] - Hitachi introduced automated laboratory solutions that enhance efficiency and accuracy in medical testing, as well as a chronic disease risk prediction model that aids in early intervention [10][11] AI in Urban Development - Sumitomo Electric displayed advanced communication products, including high-density optical cables and fiber splicing machines, aimed at improving data transmission efficiency in modern communication networks [11][12] - Hitachi's smart railway operation system integrates real-time data for enhanced operational insights, showcasing advancements in urban transportation management [14] AI in Industrial Manufacturing - Mitsubishi Electric presented an AI quality inspection line that utilizes AI vision systems for precise defect detection in manufacturing processes, emphasizing the evolution of robotics in industrial applications [15][17] - Asahi Kasei introduced a non-contact radar module that protects privacy while monitoring health metrics, indicating a trend towards integrating AI in various consumer and industrial applications [17] Japanese Investment Trends - Japanese investments in China are primarily focused on the Yangtze River Delta and Pearl River Delta regions, with significant allocations in the new energy vehicle supply chain (41%), smart manufacturing (28%), and healthcare (19%) [18] - The participation of Japanese companies in the CIIE reflects a strategic move to align with China's industrial upgrade needs while expanding their market presence [18]