Environment for Startups in Japan and Initiatives in the Regional Japan

Yusuke Itai, Ryota Maeno, Akira Miyoshi and Asuka Nishino
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Yusuke Itai: Bank of Japan
Ryota Maeno: Bank of Japan
Akira Miyoshi: Bank of Japan
Asuka Nishino: Bank of Japan

No 24-E-5, Bank of Japan Review Series from Bank of Japan

Abstract: The importance of startups is attracting renewed attention in discussions about improving productivity and stimulating innovation in Japan. Although most startups are still located in Tokyo, there have been positive changes in recent years, such as an increasing trend in startup funding in regions outside of Tokyo. However, the amount of funding raised by startups in Japan is still small compared to that in the United States and Europe. In addition, various issues regarding startups have been raised, including a lack of diversity in the investor base and a shortage of personnel at the executive level. This article provides an overview on recent positive trends among startups in Japan and challenges for future development. It also introduces the current situation and initiatives for development of startups in regional Japan.

Keywords: Startups; Startup investments; Startups in regional Japan; Entrepreneurial ecosystem; Regional entrepreneurial ecosystem (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: G24 L26 M13 R11 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024-06-12
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