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J-Startup Impact

J-Startup Impact — inaugural selection

Supports Japanese impact startups through launch-phase programs that grow role models and market reach.

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About

J-Startup Impact is METI's impact-focused variant of the J-Startup programme, launched on 6 October 2023 to raise public awareness of impact startups and build momentum for supporting companies that solve social issues while achieving sustainable economic growth. The inaugural selection cycle received 500 applications and selected 30 outstanding startups judged to be capable of serving as role mod…

What this grant funds

Impact startups solving social issues while achieving sustainable economic growth — selected cohort spans medtech (CureApp, FastDOCTOR, Melody International), climate (Shizen Energy, Astroscale, WOTA, TBM), agritech (Sagri, Eco-Pork, Regional Fish, Plantx, BAOBAB), inclusion (HERALBONY, Mirairo, Linklusion) and education (Life is Tech, SHE).

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.13 weeks
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: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.meti.go.jp