Okinawa Prefectural
Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture
A bridge connecting Asia and Japan: A global startup ecosystem originating from Okinawa
Okinawa aims to be a 'future blue economy hub' that will spark global innovation as a 'bridge between nations' connecting Japan, Asia, and the world from Okinawa. It aims to develop advantages and solve problems in island regions, focusing on areas such as tourism, healthcare, energy, and the circular economy.
Based on platform support from the consortium, the consortium provides funding and acceleration programs in the start-up stage, and business development and fundraising support during the growth stage. It also provides startup support tailored to each stage of growth, from founding to overseas expansion, by accompanying startups aiming to expand overseas to accelerate growth and providing subsidies to startups that have already received venture capital investment. It also operates a startup visa system to help overseas startups enter the region.
Okinawa aims to be a 'future blue economy hub' that will spark global innovation as a 'bridge between nations' connecting Japan, Asia, and the world from Okinawa. It aims to develop advantages and solve problems in island regions, focusing on areas such as tourism, healthcare, energy, and the circular economy. Based on platform support from the consortium, the consortium provides funding and acceleration programs in the start-up stage, and business development and fundraising support during the growth stage. It also provides startup support tailored to each stage of growth, from founding to overseas expansion, by accompanying startups aiming to expand overseas to accelerate growth and providing subsidies to startups that have already received venture capital investment. It also operates a startup visa system to help overseas startups enter the region.
STARTUP LEAGUE Supporter Introduction
BUSINESS
BUSINESS
In addition to the "ocean economy," this original model, a "future-oriented blue economy hub (Okinawa version of the blue economy)," aims to "address the advantages and challenges of island regions."
Okinawa aims to be a "bridge connecting Japan, Asia, and the world," and a "future-oriented blue economy hub" that drives global innovation. Focusing on areas such as tourism, healthcare, energy, and the circular economy, Okinawa supports startups that aim to leverage the advantages and solve challenges of island regions. Based on platform support through a consortium, Okinawa provides funding during the startup phase, offers acceleration programs, and provides business development and fundraising support during the growth phase. In addition, it operates a startup visa system, provides ongoing support to startups aiming for overseas expansion, and provides subsidies to startups that have already received investment from VCs, offering startup support tailored to each stage of growth, from founding to overseas expansion.
STARTUP LEAGUE Message as a Supporter
MESSAGE
MESSAGE
Why not take on the challenge of exploring the world beyond the ocean, starting from Okinawa?
Okinawa has long developed as a bridge connecting Japan, Asia, and the world, guided by the spirit of "Bankoku Shinryo" (a bridge to all nations). Carrying on this historical role into the modern era, Okinawa now aims to create a globally open startup ecosystem.
Geographically close to Asia and a melting pot of diverse cultures, Okinawa has the potential to be a starting point for new technologies and businesses to spread globally. We want to create value together, acting as a hub connecting local challenges to the world and global challenges to Okinawa. From Okinawa to the world. Why not take your first step towards a global challenge, starting from here?
Basic Informaton
BASIC
INFORMATION
| Company Name / Organization Name | Okinawa Prefectural |
|---|---|
| Representative Name | Yasuhiro Tamaki |
| Address | 1-2-2 Izumizaki, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture |
| Official Site and Social Media |
OKINAWA STARTUP ECOSYSTEM CONSORTIUM @okinawastartup | X (Twitter) |
| Business Activities | administrative |