Incubator & Accelerator
Techstars Tokyo Accelerator 2026
Apply by May 6, 2026
About
A three-month accelerator program offering mentorship, investment, and networking opportunities for tech startups, with a focus on innovation and growth potential. Participants will receive a significant financial investment and access to a network of industry experts and investors, culminating in a Demo Day presentation.
Benefits
- π°Financial Investment$120,000 investment including $100,000 in a no-cap MFN Safe or J-KISS and $20,000 in a convertible equity agreement
- πMentorship ProgramThree months of intensive acceleration with access to international mentors and investors
- π’Resources and ExposureAccess to entrepreneurial resources and opportunities for media exposure
- πNetworking OpportunitiesConnections with a network of investors and industry experts
- π€Demo DayOpportunity to present at a Demo Day to potential investors
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to tech startups from any industry
- No nationality restrictions, but must be willing to participate in Tokyo in-person
- Must demonstrate strong innovation or growth potential
- Must be a legally registered company with valid incorporation documents
- Must be in the early stages of development
Participation Commitments
- Must attend the three-month program in Tokyo in-person
- Must deliver a pitch at the Demo Day event
- Full-time commitment required during the program duration
- Must engage with mentors and participate in scheduled activities
Target Region
Open to startups willing to participate in Tokyo, Japan
Target Sector
Focused on tech startups across various industries
Techstars, Mitsui Fudosan, JETRO Startup, Cabinet Office, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, Tokyo Metropolitan Government