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The Tokyo Financial Award 2026 Is Now Accepting Applications From Participating Companies for Financial Innovation Category! -TMG

Jun 12, 2026

This is the "The Tokyo Financial Award 2026 Is Now Accepting Applications From Participating Companies for Financial Innovation Category!" page of the Official Website of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government.

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Smart Tokyo Implementation Strategy 2025-2026 -TMG

Jun 12, 2026

This is the Bureau of Digital Services page of the Official Website of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government.

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Tokyo 2050 Strategy: Unlocking a Better Future -TMG

Jun 12, 2026

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government announced Tokyo 2050 Strategy : Unlocking a Better Future in March 2025. The “ Tokyo 2050 Strategy” is a new compass that integrates policies to be implemented by 2035 to realize the “Vision” of what…

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Celebrating 5 Years Since the Tokyo 2020 Games! -TMG

Jun 7, 2026

Celebrating 5 years since the Tokyo 2020 Games! Memorial events will be held, and a special call for stories and messages is now underway!

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JETRO Startup

Jun 14, 2026

JETRO's JETRO Startup page.

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JETRO Global Connection

Jun 14, 2026

JETRO's JETRO Global Connection page.

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Investing in Japan

Jun 14, 2026

Considering doing business in Japan? Visit the JETRO website for objective market reports, expert perspectives, case studies, and help finding support systems.

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TOKYO GREEN BIZ - Green Urban Development -TMG

Jun 12, 2026

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Tokyo is recruiting businesses for the Tokyo Youth Support Vacant House Utilization Support Project | June | Tokyo Metropolitan Government General Homepage

Jun 10, 2026

Tokyo is recruiting businesses for the ``Tokyo Youth Support Vacant House Utilization Support Project,'' targeting private businesses that utilize vacant houses in Tokyo to supply housing and facilities that support young people's challenges.

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Tokyo is now recruiting companies working on implementing cutting-edge technology in the Tokyo Bay Area! (Field provision type) | June | Tokyo Metropolitan Government General Homepage

Jun 9, 2026

Tokyo has established a new "field provision" type of support that will flexibly support businesses according to the progress of technology development, from the prototyping and verification stage to the improvement of existing products, and will now begin accepting open applications for startups and companies to participate in this initiative. Tokyo is looking forward to active applications from startups and companies who are willing to work on technology development to create innovation in the Bay Area.

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Open call for startups and data center operators to effectively utilize waste heat from data centers | June | Tokyo Metropolitan Government General Homepage

Jun 8, 2026

Tokyo is looking for startups with new ideas and technologies related to the utilization of unused heat, as well as data center operators who want to collaborate in demonstrations, and will implement collaborative (demonstration, PoC) projects.

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Tokyo Financial Awards 2026 “Financial Innovation Category” recruitment begins for domestic and international financial businesses | June | Tokyo Metropolitan Government General Homepage

Jun 7, 2026

Tokyo has set the theme for the Tokyo Financial Awards 2026 "Financial Innovation Category". Please choose a theme from among these and submit your ideas for solving social issues in the financial field. In addition, Tokyo will be recruiting businesses to participate in the "Sustainability Category" again around the beginning of September.

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Tokyo is seeking everyone's opinions on the "Considerations (draft) for reviewing the Tokyo Metropolitan Parking Ordinance" | June | Tokyo Metropolitan Government General Homepage

Jun 7, 2026

Based on the discussions at the review committee, Tokyo has compiled the "Considerations (draft) for reviewing the Tokyo Metropolitan Parking Lot Ordinance" and would like to solicit opinions from Tokyo residents as described below. In the future, Tokyo plans to revise the Tokyo Metropolitan Parking Ordinance based on the opinions Tokyo has received.

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Tokyo is publicly recruiting companies that will establish bases in Tokyo and drive the Japanese economy | June | Tokyo Metropolitan Government General Homepage

Jun 7, 2026

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government will implement new initiatives to strongly support capital investment and new entry by subsidizing the costs of developing these bases and significantly reducing the burden on companies. Tokyo would like to inform you that Tokyo has started recruiting candidates.

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Supporting the creation of workplaces that are conducive to child development Recruitment begins on June 22nd for “Incentives to support the development of workers” | June | Tokyo Metropolitan Government General Homepage

Jun 7, 2026

As the population declines and the birthrate declines and the aging population progresses, it is important to realize a society in which each person can fully demonstrate their abilities and everyone can play an active role. To achieve this, in addition to women's empowerment, it is necessary to further promote men's participation in childcare. The Tokyo Metropolitan Government will encourage employees to train for a certain period of time, create a work environment that makes it easy for them to train and return to work with peace of mind, and support the realization of the kind of training that everyone, regardless of gender, desires. Tokyo has decided to provide new incentives to small and medium-sized enterprises in Tokyo, and Tokyo will begin accepting advance entries for the first time from June 22nd (Monday), so please take advantage of them.

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Support for strengthening response capabilities in the event of a cyber attack | June | Tokyo Metropolitan Government General Homepage

Jun 7, 2026

Cyber-attacks are expected to become even more sophisticated, and the threat could even extend to small and medium-sized businesses in Tokyo. In light of this situation, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government will promote cybersecurity measures at small and medium-sized businesses in Tokyo. Tokyo is currently recruiting small and medium-sized enterprises in Tokyo that would like to reduce damage by developing a system for detecting, responding to, and recovering from cyber attack incidents (events or events that may develop into serious accidents, etc.).

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Supporting inspection and review of cybersecurity measures | June | Tokyo Metropolitan Government General Homepage

Jun 7, 2026

In addition to disseminating security information through talk shows, portal sites, seminars, and e-mail newsletters, Tokyo is currently recruiting small and medium-sized enterprises in Tokyo that would like to periodically review their cybersecurity measures.

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Business plans of five local governments approved for “Regional Industry Resilience Support Project” | June | Tokyo Metropolitan Government General Homepage

Jun 7, 2026

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is implementing the ``Regional Industry Resilience Support Project,'' which supports efforts by municipalities to ``support entry into growth fields'' or ``strengthen supply chains'' in order to strengthen the foundations of local industries. Tokyo would like to inform you that Tokyo has approved the business plan for this project drawn up by Shinagawa Ward, Ota Ward, Itabashi Ward, Hachioji City, and Higashimurayama City.

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Launch of problem-solving support platform business (practical lab) | June | Tokyo Metropolitan Government General Homepage

Jun 7, 2026

At the "Advance Port" on the 3rd floor of the TOKYO Founding Station, which provides support to entrepreneurs in the early stages of business, Tokyo is launching the "Problem-solving Support Platform Business (commonly known as the Practical Lab)," which provides practical means and know-how to solve management issues such as sales and marketing. To coincide with the launch of the project, a 4-part series pre-event will be held on June 29th (Monday), so please join us. After this seminar, Tokyo will hold a workshop and exchange meeting to teach tools and methods that can lead to solving various issues such as market development, financing, and organization building.

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Tokyo announces the launch of the SusHi Tech Global Fund and opens applications for operators running two public-private collaboration funds to support scale-ups

Jun 7, 2026

This is a notice of the launch of SusHi Tech Global Fundsbusiness - applications for business operators who operate two public-private collaboration funds to support scale-up.

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Tokyo opens applications for exhibitors at the 2026 Startup Internship Festival

Jun 7, 2026

This is the announcement page for startup applications exhibiting at Reiwa 8th Annual Startup Internship Festival 2026.

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Tokyo Startup Strategy Promotion Headquarters is hiring deputy managers and general fixed-term staff

Jun 7, 2026

Topics This is the applications page for general fixed-term staff, deputy manager, innovation strategy officer, startup strategy promotion officer, and chief of the Tokyo Metropolitan Startup Strategy Promotion Headquarters.

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Tokyo opens applications for operators running test-marketing projects at TIB

Jun 7, 2026

This is a notice of applications for business operators implementing projects such as test marketing at TIB.

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Tokyo opens applications for operators coordinating the TIB ecosystem-player network

Jun 7, 2026

This is a notice of applications of coordinating business operators related to the formation of a network of ecosystem players in TIB.

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Tokyo opens applications for the King Salmon Project’s Overseas Urban Challenge Course

Jun 7, 2026

King Salmon Project Applications launch of the Overseas Urban Problem Solving Course - Providing demonstration opportunities overseas! This is a notice to support the overseas expansion of startups from Tokyo.

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Tokyo opens applications for a public-private boost-up program tackling urgent metropolitan issues

Jun 7, 2026

Business applications launch to boost public-private collaboration that responds to issues quickly! This is a notice of applications for startups that solve urgent metropolitan government issues.

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Tokyo opens applications for an on-site startup collaboration project

Jun 7, 2026

This is a notice of applicationslaunch, an on-site interactive startup collaborative project.

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Tokyo opens applications for operators to coordinate a student community-building program

Jun 7, 2026

Tokyo will coordinate operators for a student community-building program supporting students and young people.

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Tokyo opens applications for the global exchange revitalization program

Jun 7, 2026

Tokyo will launch applications for participating operators and organizations in its global exchange revitalization program.

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US–Japan VC Playbook: Bridging U.S. and Japanese Startup Ecosystems

Jun 7, 2026

JETRO’s guide to cross-border collaboration between U.S. investors and Japanese startups, highlighting Japan’s strengths, opportunities, and market context.

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Startup Ecosystem in Japan

Jun 7, 2026

Overview of Japan’s startup scene and the key players shaping it.

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Interview: Biodata Bank Is Innovating Heat-Risk Solutions for a Warming World

Jun 7, 2026

A profile of Biodata Bank and its Canaria+ watch, which is designed to help prevent heat-related risk in extreme conditions.

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Tokyo opens applications for operators of the FY2026 TIB open innovation program

Jun 7, 2026

This is a notice of applications for business operators implementing the Reiwa 8th year TIB open innovation introduction and promotion program.

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Overview of Japanese Startup Investment for U.S. Venture Capitalists

Jun 7, 2026

A short overview of Japan’s startup investment landscape, framed for U.S. venture capitalists and illustrated with Techstars Tokyo Demo Day.

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Tokyo opens applications for TIB CATAPULT, a cluster program tackling global innovation

Jun 7, 2026

This is a notice of TIB CATAPULT, a cluster creation business that takes on the challenge of global innovation.

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Tokyo Startup Strategy Promotion Headquarters is hiring assistant staff

Jun 7, 2026

Topics Tokyo Startup Strategy Promotion Headquarters Fiscal Year Appointment Staff Assistant Staff Applications page.

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From Complexity to Clarity: How Veritus Helps Professors and Research Labs Innovate 5X Faster

Jun 7, 2026

In the demanding world of academic research, where scientists spend countless hours navigating through papers and analyzing complex data, Veritus offers a transformative solution. This Japan-based startup, founded by an Indian…

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Tokyo opens applications for the 4th TIB Starting Members program

Jun 7, 2026

This is a notice of applications for the 4th period of TIB starting members.

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Tokyo announces the selected operator and fund launch for the GX Innovation Promotion Support Fund

Jun 7, 2026

This is a notice from business operators: BUILD Co., Ltd. regarding the establishment and investment of the selected fund, which operates the GX Innovation Promotion Support Fund.

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Tokyo announces the operator selection, fund launch and investment for the GX Innovation Promotion Support Fund

Jun 4, 2026

Tokyo Metropolitan Government has announced the operators selected for its FY2026 women’s support subsidy program.

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Tokyo opens the fourth round of its 2026 “TOKYO Yatsumusubi” marriage support campaign

Jun 4, 2026

Tokyo Metropolitan Government says the campaign is designed to support people who want to take a first step toward marriage, find a new connection, or get married.

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Tokyo selects operators for FY2026 public-private women’s support subsidy program

Jun 4, 2026

Tokyo Metropolitan Government has announced the operators selected for its FY2026 women’s support subsidy program.

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Tokyo opens applications for operators that recycle solar panels

Jun 3, 2026

In order to promote the recycling of used residential solar panels, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government designates in advance facilities that contribute to advanced recycling, and subsidies a portion of the cost to business operators or waste generators who r…

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Tokyo opens applications for Phase 2 participants in the NEXs Tokyo Startup Collaboration Support Program for SMEs

Jun 3, 2026

Tokyo is now accepting applications from SMEs that want to purchase, implement, or use startup products and services.

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Tokyo seeks public input on a society where everyone can choose their own way of life regardless of gender

Jun 3, 2026

Based on the report of the Tokyo Metropolitan Council for Gender Equality, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government has compiled the Tokyo Metropolitan Gender Equality Promotion Comprehensive Plan Draft Plan period: Reiwa 8th to Reiwa 12th fiscal year. Please let…

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Tokyo opens applications for the 57th UPGRADE with TOKYO startup pitch event

Jun 3, 2026

Tokyo is now accepting startup applications for the 57th UPGRADE with TOKYO pitch event. Selected startups may move on to preferential negotiations for business collaboration.

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Tokyo opens applications for projects using domestic biofuels in new fields

Jun 3, 2026

Tokyo is opening applications for operators using domestic biofuels in new fields where adoption has lagged.

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Tokyo announces the companies selected for the 9th NEXs Tokyo Collaboration Program

Jun 3, 2026

Tokyo Metropolitan Government has announced the operators selected for its FY2026 women’s support subsidy program.

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Tokyo opens applications for a summer course for elementary school students and parents on money, internet rules and ethics

Jun 3, 2026

Tokyo will use the summer vacation to host a consumer life course where elementary school students and parents can learn together.

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Tokyo holds the first FY2026 Hikikomori Support Council meeting

Jun 3, 2026

Tokyo is promoting support for people experiencing hikikomori and their families, and will hold the first FY2026 council meeting.

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Tokyo adopts a proposal to promote waste cooking oil collection and recovery

Jun 3, 2026

Tokyo says it has adopted a proposal to collect waste cooking oil from households and use it as a SAF feedstock.

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Tokyo opens applications for the FY2026 Tokyo-led Deep Tech commercialization promotion program for eligible operators

Jun 3, 2026

In Tokyo, with the aim of promoting the social implementation of innovative technologies that contribute to the resolution of social issues, Tokyo-led Deep Tech, etc. commercialization promotion business will be newly implemented from Reiwa 8, in which star…

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Tokyo launches a workplace-improvement incentive to promote women’s participation

Jun 2, 2026

Tokyo is launching new support for companies improving workplace environments and promoting women’s participation.

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Tokyo opens the 5th round of applications for groundwater contamination prevention technology

Jun 2, 2026

Tokyo will run the fifth round of applications for low-cost, simple countermeasure technology for business sites with extremely limited space.

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Tokyo opens applications for the TIB FAB Makers Challenge 2026, a manufacturing startup training program

Jun 2, 2026

Tokyo is now accepting applications for the TIB FAB Makers Challenge 2026, a program supporting seed and pre-seed manufacturing startups.

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Tokyo opens applications for a program supporting companies and women employees promoting women’s participation

Jun 2, 2026

Tokyo Metropolitan Government has announced the operators selected for its FY2026 women’s support subsidy program.

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Tokyo opens applications for the Kids Traditional Performing Arts Experience starting July 1

Jun 2, 2026

Tokyo will hold another traditional performing arts experience for kids this year, giving children a chance to learn through authentic experiences.

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Tokyo expands emergency financing support for small and mid-sized businesses affected by Middle East tensions

May 28, 2026

In order to support the financing of small and medium-sized businesses in Tokyo that are affected by the situation in the Middle East, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government will create and expand the menu of small and medium-sized business system loans and subs…

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Recruitment of junior high and high school students participating in work experience and "junior high school reporter" during summer vacation | May | Tokyo Metropolitan Government General Homepage

May 24, 2026

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government provides opportunities for real work experience that meet the needs of junior high and high school students through the ``TOKYO job experience site for junior high and high school students, Job EX,'' which matches junior high and high school students who want work experience with companies and organizations based on policy proposals from junior high and high school students. Therefore, on the "Job EX" site, Tokyo is recruiting junior high and high school students who will participate in work experience during the summer vacation of 2026, as well as "junior and high school student reporters" who will write and publish articles about the work experience.

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Tokyo Metropolitan Government Launches Program to Foster Innovation and Global Competitiveness Through Collaboration with Tokyo-Based SMEs

May 14, 2026

Tokyo Metropolitan Government announces a program to foster innovation and global competitiveness through collaboration with Tokyo-based SMEs.

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From Tokyo to the World: Talents Tokyo 2026 Applications, Launches New ‘Meetup Support Program’ Aimed at Fostering Asian Filmmakers

May 8, 2026

From Tokyo to the World: Talents Tokyo 2026 Applications, Launches New ‘Meetup Support Program’ Aimed at Fostering Asian Filmmakers

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