FY2025 Activity Report
The number of achieved outcomes post-program such as various contract signings, personnel recruitments and establishment of bases outside of Japan
6 pilot projects / PoCs, 3 joint research & development projects, 2contract agreement executed
/5
5/21~6/19
6/20〜8/8
9/8〜9/26
Mentors best suited to each company’s business provided hands-on support, offering individualized mentoring sessions of approximately one hour, twice per week. In addition, a flexible, hands-on support structure was in place to accommodate walk-in one-on-one consultations as needed.
Sessions were provided covering both technical and business aspects. In addition, expert-led advisory sessions were conducted on regulations, legal matters, taxation, and other issues specific to deep tech businesses.
Pitch opportunities were also arranged during visits to relevant organizations, enabling more practical and hands-on engagement.
Beyond JAPAN Zero to X is a program designed to nurture entrepreneurs and leaders who will drive the next generation of innovation and contribute to Japan's growth strategy. This program provides personalized assistance and training specifically tailored to participants' grasp of startup phases and the North American business landscape. It aims to empower participants to take proactive steps and optimize their effectiveness.
This program enables participants to maximize their time efficiently, prioritizing business success and optimal outcomes. It focuses on independent tasks such as validating business ideas, crafting MVPs, and acquiring customers. Support and training are readily available as required to aid participants in their endeavors.
Local business professionals provide mentoring, training, workshops, networking, individual matching, and other business opportunities (Conducted in English). They also provide consultation (Conducted in Japanese and English) on issues and concerns unique to overseas expansion from Japan due to differences in business practices between Japan and the U.S.
To make it easier for early-stage startup founders to participate, the Beyond Japan Program and the Japanese government fully subsidizes the entire program and accommodation during the US training period. The decision of these two categories have been decided by the Japanese government.
The largest life science cluster on the West Coast. This program is packed with practical training and a variety of pitching and business matching opportunities specific to the field.