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Japan

Step into Japan’s cutting-edge landscape of innovation and growth.

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Facts & Figures

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Intro

Japan’s advanced economy and global influence make it an unparalleled destination for growth-oriented startups.

Expand Your Business Horizons in Japan

The Japanese market is synonymous with quality and innovation and Japan's business community is characterized by its commitment and loyalty to business partners. Its structure is backed by a mature system of laws, regulations, and policies that have created a safe and friendly environment for global businesses to enter the Japanese market.

Japanese Market

Opportunities for German Startups

Tap into a wide range of opportunities across several industries and market dynamics.

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Booming Service Sector

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Advanced Manufacturing

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Growing Age Tech Demand

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Locations

Our Hubs in the Japan

Tokyo

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As Japan’s busy capital, Tokyo boasts a startup ecosystem valued at over $14B, specializing in various sectors, including robotics, advanced manufacturing, fintech, consumer services, and Software-as-a-Service.

crossing in a busy city with lots of people

Osaka

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A vibrant ecosystem of entrepreneurs and startups, Osaka includes 1,000+ early-stage seed startups and is fast emerging as a startup hotspot based on dynamic government support programs.

Fukuoka

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Fukuoka’s growing economy, reasonable cost of living, and startup incentives make it one of the country’s most thriving startup hubs.

Programs

Programs We Offer in Southeast Japan

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Testimonials

What Previous Program Participants Say

Daniel Heitz
Founder & CEO

"I’ve participated in other Accelerators before, but with German Accelerator, I had by far the best experience and gained the most value for our company. Each time I thought I was thinking big, they taught me to think even bigger."

BackHub
Felix Ewald
Co-Founder & CEO

"Without German Accelerator, we would have wasted months chasing a market that is significantly different from the European market and that needs a completely different approach."

Dyemansion
Daniel Raschke
Co-Founder

"German Accelerator’s expert mentors constructively challenged our plans and helped us re-evaluate our strategy. They worked with us to sharpen our value propositions and improve our ability to execute. After three tough, but rewarding months, we finished the program as a better, more focused company."

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