Crédit Agricole celebrates its 80th anniversary in Japan

The anniversary was commemorated by several meaningful events:

• New Japan headquarters opening Will open in a new tab  (April) 

The inauguration of state-of-the-art offices on the 50^th floor of Azabudai Hills Mori JP Tower—in the heart of one of Tokyo's premier international financial districts—underscores the Group's renewed commitment and ambitions in Japan. The new headquarters brings together 350 colleagues from two Crédit Agricole Group’s entities: Crédit Agricole CIB and Crédit Agricole Life Insurance.

• Crédit Agricole Group 80-Year Anniversary Reception (July)

A celebration bringing together 650 clients, partners, and employees, featuring guest speakers: SoftBank Board Director, Senior Vice President & CFO Yoshimitsu Goto, and French Ambassador to Japan Béatrice Le Fraper du Hellen. Hosted by Crédit Agricole S.A. CEO Olivier Gavalda, Crédit Agricole Assurance CEO Nicolas Denis, and Amundi Deputy General Manager and Chair of Asia Fannie Wurtz.

• A concert at Villa Kujoyama in Kyoto (July)

The Anniversary cocktail reception was followed by a private concert at Villa Kujoyama, part of the “Institut Français” in Kyoto, featuring pianist Madoka Fukami and soprano Yumiko Tanimura with 40 key clients and partners of the Kansai region attending the event.

As the world’s fourth-largest economy with robust trade, and one of the most sophisticated, innovation-driven and important financial markets, Japan offers unique opportunities for international banking.

• From Pioneer to Market Leader

Since 1946, when Banque de l'Indochine became the second foreign bank to be registered in Japan, the Crédit Agricole Group has built a strong presence in the country. The subsequent integration of Indosuez and Crédit Lyonnais further strengthened the Group's position as a leading foreign player in Japan—resulting in its recognition as one of the largest issuers of Samurai bonds worldwide. Explore the Group’s long and rich history in Japan in this article Will open in a new tab from our Bank's Archives department.

Today, Crédit Agricole CIB operates through two licensed entities: Crédit Agricole CIB - Tokyo Branch and Crédit Agricole Securities Asia B.V. - Tokyo Branch, to accompany clients' development in Japan and their international growth strategies with:

 - Comprehensive financing capabilities for capex, acquisitions, export, trade, and real assets, delivered with an advisory-focused approach.

 - Leading positions in global markets solutions, with recognised cross-border expertise in hedging, investments, and balance sheet solutions. The Securities entity is a member of the Japan Securities Clearing Corporation for JPY Interest Rate Swaps (IRS) and a Primary Dealer for Japanese Government Bonds (JGBs).

 - Pioneering expertise in sustainable finance, supporting the Japanese economy's transition toward decarbonization.

In Japan, the Group also provides asset management services through Amundi and insurance products through Crédit Agricole Life Insurance.

• Looking Ahead: The Japan Acceleration Plan

In its ACT 2028 Strategic Plan, the Group has identified Japan as a key growth opportunity, reflecting confidence in the country's economic outlook and signaling continued investment in this vital market.