Shibuya is an experimental city where more than 2,000 start-ups, large corporations and public sector organisations are concentrated within walking distance of one another. Shibuya Startups serves as a hub connecting innovators from around the world with the local community, bringing co-creation to life by combining the stability of the public sector with the agility of the private sector.
Breaking into Japan is hard: differences in language, regulations, and business culture can slow you down. As a company founded by the Shibuya city government and a consortium of major companies, we connect global startups with the right investors, partners, and customers—so you can focus on building your product, not navigating an unfamiliar system.
Shibuya Commons is a collective of start-ups, corporations, research institutions, and government representatives who have come together based on a shared belief that technology can function as local government infrastructure. Starting in Shibuya, we will work to build a model that enriches people’s lives extending from Shibuya, across Japan, and out to the world.
(Shibuya Commons is coming soon. Join the waitlist for updates.)
We provide end-to-end support—from creating the right environment for global start-ups to enter the Japanese market, through to their expansion into it—helping new businesses overcome complex procedures and cultural barriers.
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We provide support with the various procedures required to launch a business in Japan, working in collaboration with trusted experts and partners. Thanks to our strong ties with Shibuya City, we can swiftly deal with the admin to allow you to focus on your business.
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After launching a business in Japan, it is important to also establish a firm foothold in the market and grow the business. Shibuya Startups KK utilizes its network of large corporations, local authorities, and the local community to support your expansion into the Japanese market.
Shibuya serves as the vibrant intersection of Japan's technology scene, youth culture, and global brands. Attracted by the area's dynamic energy, dense talent pool, and global outlook, founders—from those leading established unicorns to those launching pioneering Web3 projects—choose to build here.
Shibuya Startups KK stands at the heart of this ecosystem, bridging the gap between global entrepreneurs and local opportunities.
A mature market of over 120 million people with high purchasing power. Building a track record of success to foster trust across Asia and the world.
Japan exemplifies many modern issues, such as an ageing population, climate change, and urban infrastructure. Test solutions to the challenges facing the world in real-world settings locally.
Co-creation with large corporations, pilot schemes with public authorities, and networking with investors. Shibuya offers the ideal environment for bringing products to market.
Shibuya Startups has a diverse network of contacts within the public and private sectors.
