CHƯƠNG TRÌNH KẾT NỐI KINH DOANH NHẬT BẢN JAPAN CONNECT INITIATIVE (JCI)

Japan Connect Initiative (JCI) is the first and only startup acceleration program in Vietnam exclusively designed for Vietnamese and Japanese startups. Organized by Technology Seed Incubation (TSI) and Tsucrea under the patronage of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG), and implemented in Vietnam by the Institute for Innovation and Development (IID), the program spans from January 2024 to February 2025.

With the mission of building a comprehensive startup ecosystem between Vietnam and Japan, the Japan Connect Initiative promises to bring numerous opportunities, knowledge, and networking connections within the Japanese business environment to the Vietnamese startup community.

Benefits of Participating in the Japan Connect Initiative (JCI):

• Financial support: Subsidized costs for working and connecting with the Japanese market throughout the program, including visas, travel expenses, and airfare (with limitations).
• Comprehensive training: In-depth training on the Japanese market, consumers, and business processes delivered by top industry experts in Japan.
• Networking opportunities: Participation in business networking events and investment connections facilitated by the organizers.
• Dedicated mentorship: Continuous mentoring throughout the program by top industry experts in Japan, including:
  • Satoshi Okuda – Founder of Prime Style Inc.
  • Keiko Maruyama – Founder of Womannet, Inc.
  • Yutaka Kouno – Former expert of Osaka Prefectural Government
  • Taka Kumagai – Former judge of the Singapore government startup acceleration program.
  • Masao Kawano – Director of Meiji University Business Challenge Program
  • Kumiko Takekoshi – Investment Manager at JSC
  • Hiroshi Okawa – Managing Director of Tech.B Consulting

Program stages:

• Master classes: Providing essential knowledge to enter the Japanese market.
• Mentoring sessions: Guiding on optimizing resources, tasks, and global expansion strategies.
• Hands-on interviews: Regular check-ins to clarify goals, monitor progress, and address challenges.
• Demo Day: Presenting innovative startup plans to Japanese investors and stakeholders.
• Travel support: Assistance with travel arrangements to meet partners in Japan.
• Business matching support: Facilitating partnerships between Vietnamese startups and Japanese investors

We believe that the Japan Connect Initiative will be a crucial bridge, opening up new opportunities for Vietnamese startups in the promising Japanese market. JCI is committed to providing the necessary solutions, support, and connections to help businesses overcome challenges and achieve sustainable growth in a competitive business environment.

JCI is not only an opportunity but also a trusted partner on your entrepreneurial journey.

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