The government is promoting expanded procurement through fourthcategory solesource contracts by local governments to support the social implementation of startup technologies that help solve regional...
The government is working to expand procurement from startups by national and local governments to support the social implementation of technologies developed by startups, defined as small and...
The Financial Services Agency promulgated and enforced on August 3, 2026, a Cabinet Office Ordinance easing the requirements for individuals to become specified investors. The amendment was made to...
The Financial Services Agency published draft revisions to “Venture Capitals: Recommendations and Hopes” (VCRHs), formulated on October 17, 2024. In light of changes in market conditions and...
At the fourth Expert Meeting on Venture Capital held on June 18, 2026, participants reviewed the current situation and challenges concerning growth funding for startups, the Japan–United States gap...
On July 10, 2026, the formulation of the Integrated Innovation Strategy 2026 was discussed at the 85th Council for Science, Technology and Innovation. Prime Minister Takaichi identified the...
JETRO, in cooperation with the Cabinet Office, launched the Global Startup Acceleration Program (GSAP) to support Japanese startups expanding overseas on April 30, 2026. In fiscal 2026, 62 companies...
Meeting Overview and Participants On September 11, 2025, Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Muto held a meeting with Mr. Carlos Cuerpo, Spain's Minister of Economy, Trade and Enterprise,...
Startup Support Overview On September 11, 2025, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry announced a comprehensive startup support policy package. This comprehensive policy package aims to create...
The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) announced on August 29, 2025, comprehensive support measures for businesses affected by the end of vehicle production at Nissan Motor's Oppama Plant...