“Start-up City Fukuoka, Japan - Come for Ramen, Stay for Business”
Opportunities for EU Regions, Clusters, Businesses and Investors interested in Fukuoka’s business environment

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We invite you to join an exclusive webinar introducing Fukuoka City to the EU market — a dynamic startup hub in southern Japan with over 2,000 years of history as a gateway to Asia and a strong reputation as Japan’s one of the most challenge-driven city.

With its vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem, Fukuoka City offers an ideal environment for innovation and international business, also international startup events such as RAMEN TECH. This webinar will highlight Fukuoka’s dynamic business environment, proactive support for start-ups, and efforts to attract international companies.

🎯 Who should attend?
European cluster managers, regional representatives, startup ecosystem enablers, and EU-based companies interested in expanding to Japan.

📅 Date: 20 June 2025
⏰ Time: 9:30 – 10:30 AM (CEST) / 4:30 – 5:30 PM (JST)
💻 Platform: Zoom webinar (free registration)

Don’t miss this chance to experience Fukuoka’s unique entrepreneurial spirit and learn how to launch your business in one of Japan’s most business-friendly cities.

Programme:

• Welcome Remarks:
  • EU-Japan Centre for Industrial Cooperation
• Introduction to Fukuoka City ＆ Business and Start-up Support Initiatives:
  • Soto Mizuno, Director, Global Startup Support Section, Fukuoka City Government
  • Nanako Fukada, Global Coordinator, Global Startup Support Section, Fukuoka City Government
  • Olof Tedin, Advisor, Global Business Support / Fukuoka Growth Next
• Start-up Visa Programme: First-Hand Experience
  • Olof Tedin, Advisor, Global Business Support / Fukuoka Growth Next
  • Qin Wan, CEO, Chiral Ltd.
• Q&A Session and Closing Remarks