Maido! Keep up to date with all the exciting things happening right now in Osaka.

New!
Osaka Business Promotion Seminar 2024: Industrial and social structural changes triggered by the Expo

With keynotes and dialogues on the financial and social effects of the Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, this event will explore what the Expo will bring to Osaka and how Osaka will develop triggered by the Expo, as well as the latest business opportunities in Osaka.

After the seminar, there will be an opportunity to connect with the speakers during a networking session.

Date: Thursday, October 24, 2024, 14:00-17:00
Venue: Ochanomizu Solacity Conference Center 2F Hall West
　　(4-6, Kanda Surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan)

Japanese Only

New!
Hack Osaka 2024: Link Innovation to Our Future - Visitor registration now open!

Hack Osaka brings entrepreneurs, investors, corporations, students, local governments, and other stakeholders in the startup ecosystem from Japan and abroad to discuss innovative approaches.

You can now register to attend the event. Do not miss this opportunity to learn about the innovation in Osaka/Kansai and interact with key players in the Kansai startup ecosystem!

Date: Tuesday, November 26, 2024, 14:00-17:00
Venue: Congres Convention Center
　　(3-1, Ofukacho, Kita-ku, Osaka)

New!
GET IN THE RING OSAKA 2024 - This year's focus is AI Revolution!

Osaka Innovation Hub will host the 9th Japan Regional Competition of GET IN THE RING as part of Hack Osaka on November 26, 2024! This year’s focus is on AI Revolution.

GET IN THE RING is a global startup pitch competition that began in the Netherlands in 2012. With regional competitions held worldwide, finalists from over 100 countries compete at the global stage. The competition's unique format has participants pitching one-on-one in a boxing ring, making for an exciting battle of ideas.

Date: Tuesday, November 26, 2024, 17:00-18:15
　　*On the same day, Hack Osaka 2024 will also be held at the same venue.
Venue: Congres Convention Center
　　(3-1, Ofukacho, Kita-ku, Osaka)

Applications are now open for challengers ready to step into the ring and showcase their innovations via the "Details" button below.

New!
Osaka Finance Forum: Business Matching Event for Startups and Investors

In this event, deep tech startups, including carbon neutral companies from Osaka/Kansai, will give pitches, and there will be opportunities for networking and one-on-one meetings. Booths will be open at all times, so you can conduct one-on-one meetings at any time during the event.

This is an opportunity to learn about the appeal of doing business in Osaka and the Kansai region, including investment in startups with cutting-edge technology, and to acquire investment partners and expand your network!

Date: Friday, October 4, 2024, 16:00-19:30
Venue: QUINTBRIDGE (4-15-82 Higashinoda-cho, Miyakojima-ku, Osaka)

New!
Osaka City is offering the Osaka City Headquarters Function Location Promotion Subsidy (大阪市本社機能立地促進助成金) with a new application deadline

This is the third time this year that Osaka City is offering the Osaka City Headquarters Function Location Promotion Subsidy (大阪市本社機能立地促進助成金) with a new application deadline!

This program provides financial assistance to companies establishing new facilities with headquarters functions within Osaka City.

For 24 months, Osaka City Government will subsidize half of the monthly rental fee for newly established offices, capped at ¥1 million per month or ¥5,000 per square meter.

Eligibility Criteria:
- Your company must have been established in Japan for over 5 years.
- Your company must have a capital of ¥10 million or more.

Applications are being accepted until October 25, 2024.

Japanese only

New!
MacroLingo, a Content Marketing and Localization Provider for Global Companies, Relocates to Osaka

MacroLingo LLC specializes in content marketing and copywriting services, translation/localization, and SEO, helping corporate and organizational clients reach global markets.

Client companies range from major Japanese multinationals to small businesses. MacroLingo also works with media agencies and NGOs, often communicating specific nuances of Japanese culture within its work.

Recently, MacroLingo relocated to Osaka City with the support of INVEST OSAKA!
Click the "Details" below and learn more about MacroLingo.