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NEDO Entrepreneurs Program (NEP)

NEP Advanced Track

Funds early stage Japanese start ups with support for technology validation, business model testing, and customer driven commercialization planning.

The NEP Advanced Track is a grant program operated by Japan's New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO) that supports early-stage Japanese deep-tech startups in the transition from initial feasibility to full commercialization readiness. The program bridges the gap between exploratory proof-of-concept work and the larger-scale R&D investment provided by NEDO's Deep-Tech …

Early-stage Japanese deep-tech startups that have validated initial feasibility and are preparing for commercialization. Pre-DTSU stage.

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.12 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.Â¥3.5B

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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.blackboxjp.com