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Global Startup Acceleration Program (GSAP)

Global Startup Acceleration Program (GSAP)

Offers startup acceleration for Japan-based founders, helping teams refine strategy, raise capital, and expand internationally.

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The Global Startup Acceleration Program (GSAP) is an equity-free acceleration initiative operated by JETRO (Japan External Trade Organization) to help Japan-based startups expand their businesses or raise capital in overseas markets, primarily the United States. JETRO covers program fees for all participating companies; participants are responsible for their own travel, accommodation, visas, insur…

What this grant funds

Five sector-focused courses: Enterprise B2B (Alchemist), AI (StartX), AI-CTO (ERA), Sustainability/GX (Third Derivative), ManufacturingTech & HardTech (Centrepolis).

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.—
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 29 Jun 2026Source: www.jetro.go.jp