This article will address the issue of German–Japanese industrial co-operation before World War II, which is of utmost importance today. German–Japanese industrial co-operation before World War II is a topic that has aroused great interest in various fields, whether in the academic, scientific, social or cultural fields. Throughout history, German–Japanese industrial co-operation before World War II has been the subject of study and debate, generating conflicting opinions and various investigations that have expanded our knowledge on this topic. In this sense, it is relevant to analyze the different perspectives that exist around German–Japanese industrial co-operation before World War II, as well as the implications it has in today's society. In addition, the advances and challenges that German–Japanese industrial co-operation before World War II currently faces will be explored, as well as the possible solutions and responses to the problems it raises.