{"id":171650,"date":"2025-06-13T16:26:16","date_gmt":"2025-06-13T07:26:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/?post_type=event&p=171650&lang=en"},"modified":"2025-06-13T16:26:16","modified_gmt":"2025-06-13T07:26:16","slug":"thursday-gathering-27","status":"publish","type":"event","link":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/en\/event\/thursday-gathering-27\/","title":{"rendered":"Thursday Gathering #27 \u2013 Caf\u00e9 JAFCO, Barrier-Free Design & F\u2605Pitch"},"content":{"rendered":"

This week\u2019s Gathering highlights accessibility innovation, investor insights from JAFCO, and high-potential startup pitches. Whether you\u2019re a founder, urban designer, or simply curious, there\u2019s something for you.<\/p>\n

The event is free to attend, but registration is required.<\/p>\n

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Date and Time:<\/strong> Thursday, June 19, 2025, 16:00 to 20:00
\nLocation:<\/strong> ONE FUKUOKA BLDG. 6F SKYLOBBY<\/a>
\nAdmission:<\/strong> Free (registration required)
\nRegistration & details are here<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Event Highlights (In-person only):<\/strong><\/h3>\n

16:00 \u2013 16:50
\nCaf\u00e9 JAFCO<\/strong>
\nJoin JAFCO, Japan\u2019s oldest private venture capital firm, for a casual talk on their role in today\u2019s uncertain society. Principal Tomoyasu Suzuki shares insights into the type of entrepreneurs JAFCO supports and how they work behind the scenes to help startups grow.
\nMore info<\/a><\/p>\n

17:00 \u2013 17:15
\nHow to Enjoy Thursday Gathering<\/strong>
\nNew to Venture Caf\u00e9? This short intro session explains how Thursday Gatherings work and how to connect with Fukuoka\u2019s innovation community.
\nMore info<\/a><\/p>\n

17:00 \u2013 18:00
\n[ONLINE] Discover CIC Fukuoka & Startup Visa<\/strong>
\nLearn how to apply for the Startup Visa and explore CIC Fukuoka\u2019s new space during this online session, co-hosted with Fukuoka City. A great opportunity for international founders looking to connect and grow in Japan.
\nSpeakers: Shun Klinger (Fukuoka City), Kei Shimizu, Hazuki Nakano (CIC Fukuoka)
\nMore info<\/a><\/p>\n

17:30 \u2013 18:20
\nDesigning Cities for All: Fukuoka\u2019s Barrier-Free Revolution<\/strong>
\nExplore how Fukuoka is building a more accessible city. Experts and advocates share practical insights from inclusive sidewalk design to new digital tools like Divers Map. This session looks at the future of urban mobility through real-world examples and research.
\nMore info<\/a><\/p>\n

18:30 \u2013 19:30
\nF\u2605Pitch \u2013 Global Connect Fukuoka Pitch Event<\/strong>
\nA startup showcase hosted by Global Connect Fukuoka. Hear live pitches from entrepreneurs tackling challenges in education, eldercare, tech, and finance. Meet VCs and accelerators driving the next wave of innovation.<\/p>\n

Speakers include:
\n\u2022 Tatsuo Kawanami, PECOFREE
\n\u2022 Yoshiro Tanaka, Trinity Technology
\n\u2022 Tatsuya Koitabashi, Minato Investment
\n\u2022 Eihiro Saishu, Groovenauts, Inc.
\n\u2022 Shoko Nakahashi, Fukuoka CXO Bank<\/p>\n

More info<\/a><\/p>\n

Organized by Venture Caf\u00e9 Fukuoka<\/strong>
\nLanguages: Japanese and\/or English (varies by session)
\nAll sessions are in-person only. Pre-registration required via the event website.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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