#Market Insight

CoL part 2: expenses

Is the cost of living in Tokyo really that high? As a matter of fact, there are ways to live in Tokyo on a budget with a little ingenuity.

CoL Tokyo Part 1: Housing

How much does it actually cost to live in Tokyo, the capital of Japan?

Cannabis in Japan: Reviving Tradition

Historically, the Japanese have a close relationship with Cannabis. There is a sacred and lofty connection that transcends religion.

HOSPO aims to strengthen ties with spaceports worldwide

Hokkaido's startup ecosystem: support, visas, and networking

Hokkaido offers affordable living, stunning natural beauty, and a supportive startup ecosystem for foreign entrepreneurs. With a dedicated Startup Visa, STARTUP HOKKAIDO provides assistance in English, networking events, and a hub ("Shakouba Young") connecting startups, investors, and local businesses. Ideal for startups aiming to grow globally!

Fukuoka’s Ramen Tech builds ties with overseas startups

Investment in unlisted stocks shows new movement to support startups in Japan

TSE steps up efforts to attract Asian startup listings

Tsukuba forms partnership with Singapore’s JSIP

Japan's R&D investment efficiency is sluggish, and fostering start-ups is the key

METI announces FY2025 budget estimates

Osaka's startup ecosystem: support, visas, and networking

Clarify the ecosystem of Osaka, a city with affordable living costs, excellent business support, and active startup events.

New policies set to strengthen healthcare startups

Overseas VC investment in Japanese startups increase 70%

SAKE HUNDRED offering 16 million yen brewery tours

Tokyo rises to 10th place in global start-up ecosystems

Universities in the Tokai region strengthen support for entrepreneurship

University start-ups up 90% over five years, surging in rural areas

Takasaki announces smart city project

Sakana AI becomes Japan’s fastest unicorn after one year in business

South Korea opens start-up base in Tokyo

Visitors to Japan surpass pre-COVID numbers

Indie game Exit 8 overtakes Mario Kart

Japan Startup Ecosystem Report 2023