Starting a Startup in Japan: What Every Entrepreneurs Needs to Know

Thinking about launching a startup in Japan? Whether you're a local innovator or a foreign entrepreneur, starting up in Japan can be both exciting and challenging. This session is designed to demystify the early steps of building a business—from coming up with the idea to navigating Japan's startup landscape.

Hear directly from our recent Founder Institute Japan cohort members as they share how they got started, what inspired their business ideas, and what they’ve learned in the earliest stages of their journey. They'll talk about how joining the cohort helped them refine their vision, validate their ideas, and take action.

You’ll also gain insights into the practical realities of launching in Japan—from company setup and cultural barriers to finding the right support system. If you're considering your first steps as a founder, this is your chance to learn from those who were in your shoes just months ago.

📍 Venue: Online through Zoom

❯ Agenda:

• Welcome & FI Introduction
• Speakers Introduction
• Panel Discussion
• Q&A Session

❯ Panelists:

• Jamiel Hampton, CEO & Founder at NAKA Industries
• Richard Orman, Founder at Nakatomi
• Del, CEO & Co-Founder at ProdMind AI
• Sydney Seekford, CEO & Co-Founder at Menuwiz
• Timothy, Founder at Lyvios, Inc
• Sandrine Monette, Co-Founder at LemonBoost
• Marie-Solange VOTTERO, Co-Founder at LemonBoost

📌 Moderator :
Erdinc Ekinci - Co-Founder and CEO of Openfor.co & Co-capital.co and Managing Director of Founder Institute Japan/Korea/Taiwan

❯❯ This is a live, interactive online event, so be sure to RSVP at https://fi.co/e/376958/meetup to receive the Zoom URL to join us live!