What would make Fukuoka a safer place for women to start and run businesses? And how will Tenjin’s office market adapt to growing competition? Thursday Gathering #91 brings both questions into focus, alongside networking and sessions for first-time visitors.
Date and Time: Thursday, October 29, 2026, 16:00 to 20:00
Location: ONE FUKUOKA BLDG. 6F SKYLOBBY
Admission: Free (registration required)
Registration & details: Event website
Event Highlights (In-person only):
16:00 – 16:50
Bloom Fukuoka: Protecting Women Entrepreneurs, Session 1
Drawing on a survey of aspiring and established women entrepreneurs in Fukuoka Prefecture, this open discussion examines harassment, suspected scams and gaps in support. Entrepreneurs, business partners and supporters will consider how to prevent problems, where to seek help and what needs to change so women can pursue business opportunities with confidence.
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16:00 – 20:00
Networking
Meet fellow participants, session speakers and potential collaborators throughout the afternoon and evening. Continue a discussion after a session or join a new conversation over a drink, with up to three complimentary beers or soft drinks available per person. Networking is in Japanese and English.
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17:00 – 17:15
How to Enjoy Thursday Gathering
Get a quick introduction to Venture Café Fukuoka’s weekly gathering and the community behind it. This interactive session explains its mission, how to get involved and how meeting people from different backgrounds can lead to new ideas and collaborations.
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17:30 – 18:15
Meetup for Thursday Gathering Beginners
New to Thursday Gathering? Meet other first-time participants and learn how to make the most of the Venture Café community. This informal introduction offers an easy starting point for making connections and getting involved. Held in a 7F CIC Fukuoka meeting room.
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17:30 – 18:20
Bloom Fukuoka: Protecting Women Entrepreneurs, Session 2
The second session addresses the same urgent themes: preventing harassment and suspected scams, improving access to advice and building a safer environment for women entrepreneurs. Participants will explore what business owners, their partners and support organizations can each do to turn the survey findings into practical action.
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18:30 – 19:20
Tenjin’s Office Battle: Competing in a Crowded Market
Is Tenjin getting too many offices? Representatives from four companies discuss a market reshaped by Tenjin Big Bang redevelopment, new office buildings and a growing range of shared workspaces. Drawing on their own experience, they will explore how offices distinguish themselves, what tenants value and where community and startups fit into the business.
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Organized by Venture Café Fukuoka
Languages: Primarily Japanese; networking in Japanese and English
All sessions are in-person only. Advance registration required via the event website.