Startup City Fukuoka

23/04/2026

Connecting with Fukuoka Startups at SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026🍣🚀

Fukuoka City will participate in SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026 together with five startups from Fukuoka.
If you are attending, we would be delighted if you visit the RAMEN TECH booth (C-702) to connect with our team and participating startups.

🚀Highlights from Fukuoka:
①Five Fukuoka-based startups will be showcasing at our booth🍜:
・Curioph: https://polls.jp/
・KOALA Tech: https://lnkd.in/giytSWfH
・LIFESTYLE MANAGEMENT: https://seimonbunseki.net/
・Rumi Light (Business Day only): https://lnkd.in/grhH3TMm
・OYASAI (Public Day only): https://oyasai-japan.jp/

②A special Fukuoka Session: Why FUKUOKA: Beyond TOKYO
📅April 27 | 3:15–3:45 pm | Japan Stage
In this session, international founders and venture capitalists who are actively doing business in Fukuoka will share why they chose the city, their real experiences after entering the market, and their expectations for the future.

③Rising startup to watch👀
Chiral, one of Fukuoka-based startups, has been selected as a semi-finalist in the pitch competition.

Whether you are an investor, entrepreneur, or ecosystem builder, stop by and discover why Fukuoka is gaining global attention.

We look forward to welcoming you at our booth in Tokyo!

05/02/2026

🚀Meet Fukuoka Startups in New York🗽

Curious about what’s next in Japan’s startup scene?

This February, three innovative startups from Fukuoka City, one of Japan’s most startup-friendly hubs, are heading to New York City.

Join us for an evening of live pitches and open conversations with founders actively exploring global and U.S. expansion🇺🇸

🔹Teliha: AI-powered on-chain platform for next-gen institutional asset management.
🔹BoutiqueResidence & Co.: Luxury real estate services blending culture, art, and entertainment
🔹Yashin: Elite custom speed skating shoes combining Japanese craftsmanship and 3D printing.

📅 Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:30–7:30 pm (EST)

Whether you’re an NYC-based investor, corporate or strategic partner, operator, creator, distributor, media professional — or simply curious about innovative business models from Japan — if even one of these companies sparks your interest, this event is for you.

🎯Why attend?
✅ Explore potential collaborations or partnerships
✅ Exchange real market insights
✅ Meet founders before their broader U.S. exposure

🎟 Secure your spot:
https://luma.com/bsackywl

Special thanks to ERA Global for generously hosting and co-organizing this event, and for supporting connections between the NYC and Fukuoka startup ecosystems.

We look forward to meeting the NYC startup community and sparking new cross-border conversations and collaborations.

15/12/2025

【Connecting Fukuoka & Gothenburg for Global Innovation】

Have you heard about Swedish-Japanese Strategic University Collaboration?
MIRAI is a strategic collaboration between 17 leading Swedish and Japanese universities, designed to foster long-term research partnerships and position Sweden and Japan as global leaders in large-scale research infrastructure.
Kyushu University, based in Fukuoka City, has been part of MIRAI since its inception.

We are excited to share our startup and innovation initiatives in the upcoming MIRAI webinar:

🔍 Innovation Ecosystems in Action: Perspectives from Fukuoka and Gothenburg
📅 February 4, 2026
⏰ 8:00 – 9:00 (Sweden) | 16:00 – 17:00 (Japan)
📍 Online via Zoom
👉 Register here: https://kyushu-u-ac-jp-global.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_09SyBlYAQfeEQzL9furHjQ

This 60-minute session will explore how public-sector strategies in and are driving innovation ecosystems — and why these matters for academia.
Learn how connecting with these ecosystems can amplify your research, create new opportunities for collaboration, and strengthen interdisciplinary partnerships.

✅ This webinar is open to everyone—not only MIRAI member universities.
If you are interested in innovation ecosystems and international collaboration, don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights from two dynamic regions.

07/11/2025

Rumi Light Inc. is Exhibiting at 2025 Meet Taipei!
From Nov 20–22, Fukuoka-based startup Rumi Light Inc. will join 2025 Meet Taipei, Asia’s leading startup event!
Rumi Light provides ultra-high-speed interconnect design solutions for AI and cloud servers. Their technology supports everything from design and development to manufacturing optimization — offering flexible, reliable, and cost-effective connectivity.
At Meet Taipei, Rumi Light aims to build global partnerships and explore collaboration opportunities with international businesses and organizations.
Other Fukuoka-based startups exhibiting at the event include NextStairs Co., Ltd. and THE BOSAI Co., Ltd.
Don’t miss the Fukuoka City Startup Booth at Meet Taipei — where innovation meets impact!

07/11/2025

THE BOSAI Co., Ltd. is heading to 2025 Meet Taipei!
From Nov 20–22, this innovative startup from Fukuoka will showcase its droplet-powered emergency light — a tiny (21g!), long-lasting light that works with just a few drops of any liquid — even urine or saliva!
・ Made in Japan
・ Lights up for over a week
・ Shelf life: 10+ years
・ Perfect for disaster preparedness kits
At 2025 Meet Taipei, THE BOSAI Co., Ltd. aims to expand into overseas markets, including Taiwan, and hopes to have its product adopted by local governments for disaster stockpiles.
Other Fukuoka-based startups exhibiting at the event include NextStairs Co., Ltd. and Rumi Light Inc.
Don’t miss the Fukuoka City Startup Booth at Meet Taipei — where innovation meets impact!

07/11/2025

NextStairs Co., Ltd. is heading to 2025 Meet Taipei!
From Nov 20–22, Fukuoka-based startup NextStairs Co., Ltd. will join Asia’s leading startup event, 2025 Meet Taipei!
Their mission?
“Making the value of sports visible.”
NextStairs is developing tools that combine AI and sports science to:
・ Visualize the impact of sponsorships
・ Quantify how sports teams and sponsors contribute to society — economically and emotionally
At Meet Taipei, they’ll showcase demos and real-world examples, aiming to connect with teams, municipalities, and companies across Asia.
Other Fukuoka-based startups exhibiting at the event include THE BOSAI Co., Ltd. and Rumi Light Inc.
Don’t miss the Fukuoka City Startup Booth at Meet Taipei — where innovation meets impact!

25/08/2025

“RAMEN TECH -Global Summit 2025-” is set to take place! Pitch & Booth Applications Now Open!

福岡発、アジアから世界へ。文化と技術が交差する街・福岡で、スタートアップ、エンジニア、投資家が集い、未来のイノベーションを生み出す祭典「RAMEN TECH」。新しい出会いと交流を通じて、次のアイデアを味わおう。

16/07/2025

【Anyone interested in expanding your business to Singapore?】
We would like to share information about a webinar from ACE.SG, one of our global partner organizations in Singapore.
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🚀 Calling all global startup founders!
We're back with the next edition of Red Dot Cafe – happening on Thursday, 31 July 2025 at 4PM SGT. If you're a foreign startup looking to explore Singapore as your next destination for business, this is the event you won’t want to miss.
Join us to gain practical insights into:
✅ Singapore’s dynamic startup and innovation landscape
✅ Navigating market entry and doing business here
✅ Company incorporation and financial services
✅ Life in Singapore and tapping into global networks
You'll also hear directly from:
🎤 Aaron Tan, InCorp Asia
🎤 Colin Kliene, Scalerr
🎤 David Peller, If Not You
🎤 Malcolm Fu, Airwallex
🎤 Xu Yingshi, Stage One, ACE.SG
Whether you're expanding, relocating, or just exploring — let us help you take your first step into Southeast Asia.

👉 Register your interest https://forms.office.com/r/AjhmFhLkt4

25/06/2025

🚀Ready, Set, Slush🇫🇮 Nordics Pre-Launch Event “BOTTOMS UP EPISODE IV” at Fukuoka Growth Next on June 30!

The big day is coming soon—Monday, June 30!
This is a golden opportunity to accelerate your global challenge from Fukuoka!✨

⏰ Schedule
15:30 Doors open

16:00 Opening remarks & Latest updates on the SLUSH Nordic Mission (Fukuoka City)

16:10 Live insights from local experts on the Helsinki market and support programs🇯🇵🚀🇫🇮

✨Speakers (Live Online)
🎤Jochen Faugel (Business Advisor, Business Helsinki)
🎤Sonja Malin (Senior Advisor, Investment Promotion, Helsinki Partners)

16:40 Q&A Session

16:45 Introduction by FDC on past collaborations and specific examples involving Helsinki (Manami Imai, Assistant to the Director General, FDC)

16:55 Detailed explanation by JETRO on support programs for Nordic expansion (Rina Kurihara, JETRO Fukuoka)

17:00 Real stories and takeaways from past startup event participants

✨Speakers
🎤Tommy Takimoto CEO / Coastal Link Corp.
🎤Masatoshi Sonoda, CEO / Eletus

17:30 Networking session

Please note that the order of speakers may change.

🎯 If you’re interested in Nordic business or seriously aiming for global expansion, this event is a must-attend!
Take your first step from Fukuoka to the world!

Secure your spot now (Free):
👉https://forms.gle/KYD8kvmjtGRjzhEs9

#福岡市 #福岡地域戦略推進協議会

【🇫🇮6/30開催！いざ、北欧・SLUSHへ！「BOTTOMS UP EPISODE IV」＠FGN】

福岡市では、世界最大級のスタートアップイベント「SLUSH」への参加を含む、北欧フィンランド・ヘルシンキへのミッションを11月に実施予定です！

これに先立ち、現地のスタートアップ支援担当者を招いた事前イベント「BOTTOMS UP EPISODE IV」を以下の日程で開催いたします。

💡北欧の最新情報を収集したい方、海外展開の足掛かりを探している方、海外スタートアップとの連携に関心のある方は、ぜひご参加ください！★参加申込が必要です★
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【イベント概要】
📅 日時:
2025年6月30日（月）　15:30 開場 / 16:00 開始

📍 会場:
Fukuoka Growth Next (FGN) イベントスペース

🎯 対象:
・福岡発でグローバル展開を目指すスタートアップ
・海外スタートアップとの共創・連携を考える事業会社・支援機関
・北欧市場に関心のあるすべてのプレイヤー

✅ 本イベントで得られること
・SLUSH北欧ミッションの最新情報をご案内
・ヘルシンキのマーケットや支援メニューを現地担当者がオンラインで解説！
・これまでのヘルシンキとの連携や具体事例についてFDCからご紹介！
・JETROによる北欧進出サポートメニューを詳しく紹介（スタートアップ向け）
・スタートアップイベント参加者によるリアルな体験談
・ネットワーキング

📢 参加申込: 以下のリンクよりお申し込みください。
👉https://forms.gle/KYD8kvmjtGRjzhEs9

皆様のご参加を心よりお待ちしております。
主催: 福岡市 / Global Business Support (GBS)
共催: 福岡地域戦略推進協議会 / JETRO福岡

#福岡市 #福岡地域戦略推進協議会

06/06/2025

【Anyone interested in AI+ Taipei Startup Pitch Contest 2025?】
We’d like to share an information from Taipei City regarding its inbound initiative launched this year to support global talents interested in Taiwan.
Here are the details:
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We’re thrilled to invite AI-focused startups from your network to the AI+ Taipei Startup Pitch Contest 2025 , featuring judges like ASUS, SYSTEX, and more. This event offers a stage showcase opportunity for startups to present their innovations and tap into Taiwan’s market. Since 2021, we’ve engaged startups from 40 countries, with 18 teams setting up in Taipei and over 950 business matchmaking meetings facilitated.

Who is this for?
Global Stage: Startups under 8 years, pitch your innovation to a worldwide audience and tap into Taipei’s dynamic industries.

What can I get?
- Extensive Network: Connect with an average of 20+ corporations, 10+ VCs, 7 accelerators, and 17 co-working spaces.
- Exclusive Rewards: 6 winners will receive fully covered travel and accommodation to meet potential partners and investors in Taiwan.
- Additional Services for ALL applicants: Whether selected or not, will receive tailored online consulting with AI accelerators and Taipei experts to support their expansion plans to Taipei/Taiwan.

This will provide a chance to break into one of Asia’s most exciting markets!

Location: Taipei, Taiwan
Application Deadline: Open Call now till June 30th
Apply Now: https://forms.gle/DgFfgVKoNqaZYdAWA
Contest Intro Deck: https://pse.is/7m9blg

You can also refer to the highlights of our activities from last two years:
[EN] 2024 AI+ Taipei Startup Demo Day
https://international.thenewslens.com/article/187245
AI+ Taipei Startup Demo Day a Huge Success
https://www.eetasia.com/ai-taipei-startup-demo-day-a-huge-success/

The Taipei Entrepreneurs Hub has successfully hosted the recent AI+ Taipei Startup Demo Day at t.Hub—Neihu Innovation and Incubation Base.

27/05/2025

English follows Japanese

福岡市役所のプレスリリース（2025年5月23日 15時30分）「RAMEN TECH」って何！？福岡発の異色ブース、SusHi Tech Tokyoに初出展！