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<\/p>\nA look at how Kyushu\u2019s resources, innovation culture, and emerging urban planning intersect with climate tech, impact entrepreneurship, and the future of Tenjin.<\/p>\n
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Date and Time:<\/strong> Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025, 16:00 to 20:00 15:55 \u2013 20:00 16:00 \u2013 16:50 This session is aimed at startups interested in global opportunities, as well as those gathering information but still unclear about the bigger picture or how to take the first step. Participants will gain practical insights and clarity to help shape their next moves.<\/p>\n Speakers: More info<\/a> : In Japanese<\/em><\/p>\n 17:00 \u2013 17:15 17:00 \u2013 17:50 17:30 \u2013 16:20 16:30 \u2013 19:20 Organized by:<\/strong> Venture Caf\u00e9 Fukuoka A look at how Kyushu\u2019s resources, innovation culture, and emerging urban planning intersect with climate tech…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":29305,"featured_media":174417,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","tags":[],"class_list":["post-174418","event","type-event","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","location-tenjin","event-type-community","event-type-seminar","en-US"],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/event\/174418","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/event"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/event"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/29305"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=174418"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/174417"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=174418"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=174418"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\nLocation:<\/strong> ONE FUKUOKA BLDG. 6F SKYLOBBY<\/a>
\nAdmission<\/strong>: Free (registration required)
\nRegistration & details are here<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\nEvent Highlights (In-person only)<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\nNetworking<\/strong>
\nEvery Thursday Gathering includes dedicated networking time, with up to three complimentary drinks (beer or soft drinks). Meet speakers, founders, and fellow participants in a relaxed environment designed to inspire collaboration and fresh ideas.
\nMore info<\/a> : In English and Japanese<\/em><\/p>\n
\nWhy Global? Why Startups Go International<\/strong>
\nWhy do startups choose to expand globally? In this session, startups already pursuing overseas markets, business incubation specialists familiar with both domestic and international ecosystems, and representatives from local government initiatives such as \u201cGlobal Connect\u201d discuss the real reasons behind going global. Together, they break down key questions: why global expansion matters now, when and how startups should begin, where companies tend to struggle, and how the current environment in Japan and abroad is shifting.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Daikichi Seki, CEO, aiESG
\n\u2022 Hiroaki Tokunaga, Director, Global Connect Fukuoka (Fukuoka Prefectural Government)
\n\u2022 Alex Taisuke Odajima, Japan Country Manager, Start2 Group
\n\u2022 Nayo Komiyazawa, Representative, Well-being Society LLC<\/p>\n
\nHow to Enjoy Thursday Gathering<\/strong>
\nA short, interactive introduction to the mission of Thursday Gathering\u2014its community, goals, and how to make the most of your experience. Recommended for first-time attendees.
\nMore info<\/a> : In English & Japanese<\/em><\/p>\n
\nSeminar: Keeping More Money in Your Company (Subsession \/ BAR Area)<\/strong>
\nAn introduction to corporate defined contribution pension plans (Corporate DC). The session covers how they help create retirement funds for business owners, support single-director companies, operate as fully deductible expenses, and aid recruitment.
\nMore info<\/a> : In Japanese<\/em><\/p>\n
\nClimate Tech \u00d7 Impact Startups: Creating a Decarbonized, High-Growth Future from Kyushu<\/strong>
\nKyushu\u2019s renewable energy and agricultural, forestry, and marine resources position it as a strong field for climate-tech innovation. Startups from inside and outside Kyushu share their business strategies and visions, followed by a discussion on how regional resources can combine with new technologies to generate large-scale impact.
\nMore info <\/a>: In English & Japanese<\/em><\/p>\n
\nInnovation Sparked by Real Space: Exploring Future Urban Possibilities from Tenjin<\/strong>
\nTenjin is undergoing rapid transformation. Leaders from urban development and startup support discuss how physical space drives innovation, exploring Tenjin\u2019s current trajectory and future vision as a next-generation urban district.
\nMore info<\/a> : In Japanese<\/em><\/p>\n
\nLanguages:<\/strong> 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":"