From Japan to the World.
A Startup Support Ecosystem That Fuels Passion and Breakthroughs ABOUT

Creating globally competitive startups

The Japanese economy has been in a period of low growth and stagnant prices since the 1990s, and has been called “the lost 30 years.” However, Japanese sports such as baseball, soccer, basketball, and volleyball have made great progress over the past 30 years.

The “Startup League” believes that professionalism like that of an athlete is important in order to win out in the business world. We will create a future in which the future leaders of the future will aspire to become “start-up business players”.

This program goes beyond being a mere support initiative. Its defining feature is providing a space for participating companies (League members) to engage in both “competition”—where they sharpen their skills through friendly rivalry—and “co-creation”—where they share insights and knowledge. Within the high-energy community of the League, participants cultivate the mindset, skills, and networks essential for business growth, propelling their ventures to the next stage.
▶ Startup League Menber List

The hub of open innovation is “partners.”

The Startup League boasts a diverse array of powerful partners, including venture capital firms (VCs), major corporations, financial institutions, and local governments. Through collaboration with these partners, we provide multifaceted support leveraging each organization's resources—including funding opportunities, proof-of-concept (PoC) testing grounds, sales channel expansion, and business alliances. As a hub for open innovation that transcends organizational boundaries, we create tangible growth opportunities.
▶ Startup League Partners List

A website that shares members' challenges and achievements

This website prioritizes expanding awareness and business growth for league members (startups), widely sharing their challenges and achievements.
It functions not merely as an information channel, but as a branding tool that elevates their external presence. Beyond helping gain trust from customers and partners, it connects them to funding and business partnership opportunities, powerfully accelerating their business advancement.
By visualizing members' achievements through these communications, we aim to cultivate the entrepreneurial spirit of the next generation and foster a culture where society as a whole supports challengers.
This media platform delivers diverse “real voices” shaping the startup ecosystem across the following categories:

1. Startup Member News
Get the latest achievements and news from Startup League members. See their impactful work firsthand—from funding rounds and new service launches to successful pilot tests.
▶ Startup Member News

2. Startup Member Interview
We delve deep into the passion, vision, and challenges faced by startup entrepreneurs themselves. We present the real stories of their struggles—the support they receive and how they strive to overcome obstacles.
▶ Startup Member Interview

3. Expert Interview
We interview experts on the “supporting side” who build the ecosystem: venture capitalists (VCs), mentors, accelerators, and representatives from large corporations. Their insights and passion for supporting startups reveal the future of Japan's startup scene.
▶ Expert Interview

Comprehensive PR support centered on social media

We are expanding our media presence across multiple platforms, including social media and video, to serve as a “catalyst” connecting Japanese startups with the world.
Our official social media accounts (X (formerly Twitter)/Instagram/TikTok) deliver real-time updates on the League's latest news, open calls from partner leagues, vibrant event reports, and interview articles and videos featuring spotlight companies.
Follow our accounts to stay updated on the League's evolving activities and the achievements of our entrepreneurs.
Official Social Media
▶ X (formerly Twitter)
▶ TikTok
▶ Instagram