JETRO Innovation Garden Information

JETRO's Innovation Facility
JETRO Innovation Garden

Introducing JETRO’s Innovation Garden

JETRO’s Innovation Garden is a collaborative space designed to spark new ideas and business opportunities. It features an event area that accommodates up to 70 participants, ideal for pitches, talks, and networking events, alongside an open area that functions as a co working space. Together, these areas create a welcoming environment for cross industry interaction and collaboration.

INVEST JAPAN
J-Bridge
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Open Area

Business Hours: Weekdays, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

This co working space serves as the main entrance to the Innovation Garden, where innovative business ideas come together regardless of company size or whether users are Japanese or international. Fully furnished and well equipped, the space is designed to support focused work and collaboration. A dedicated community manager is also on site to foster connections and provide support.

A relaxing space with integrated greenery

Table seating suitable for team discussions and casual meetings

Counter area with vending machines for interaction and short breaks

  • Wi-Fi

  • No reservation required

  • Free

  • 37 Seats

Event Area

Use of the Event Area is permitted until 9:00 p.m. for events that are co hosted or officially supported by JETRO.

This open, flexible space is designed to foster innovation and encourage cross industry business interaction. It is ideal for seminars, pitch events, and networking sessions. The floor features a grass like design, paired with colourful furniture that can be freely rearranged to suit different event formats.

An open event space inspired by a grassy lawn

A flexible layout for seminars and workshops

A cushioned bench area ideal for breaks and networking


  • Wi Fi and wired internet access available

  • Suitable for in person and virtual events

  • Free use once per year
    (for eligible users only)

  • Capacity: up to 70 participants

Facility Rates and Equipment

Facility Rate

28,400 JPY per hour

Available Equipment and Furniture
  • Tables: 19 units
  • Chairs: 50 seats (various styles)
  • Benches: Seating capacity for 20 people
  • Microphones: 4 wireless microphones, 1 wired microphone
  • Projectors: 2 units
  • Screens: 2 units
  • Podium
  • Wireless LAN available

Applications must be submitted no earlier than two months before the desired date of use and no later than five business days prior to the event.

Please submit your application using the button below.

Please ensure that you have reviewed and agreed to the Terms of Use before submitting your application.

Event Area Terms of Use PDF(992KB)

Eligible Users (Open Area / Event Area)

  1. Foreign companies and foreign affiliated companies supported by JETRO, including tenants of JETRO's IBSC, as well as foreign government organizations and foreign economic organizations
  2. J-Bridge Users / Partners
  3. Startups supported by JETRO
    Including businesses participating in JETRO startup programs from FY2019 onward
  4. Companies and organizations that are JETRO Innovation Garden partners
  5. Ecosystem stakeholders that contribute to JETRO related projects
  6. Participants in the startup support platform “Plus”
  7. Local governments
  8. Japanese universities that have collaboration agreements with JETRO *including university-launched VCs and other related organizations
  9. Tenants of JETRO managed facilities
    (TOSBEC, BDCT, TECC, IRSC)
  10. Other organizations hosting events in collaboration with or endorsed by JETRO
  • Satellite Zone
    Furnished to support focused,
    individual work.
  • Reception
  • Event Area
    Features a grass‑inspired floor and
    colourful,
    movable furniture suitable for various
    event layouts.
  • Counter Seating
    Equipped with vending machines
    and a coffee machine for
    refreshments.
  • Lounge Area
    Features low‑height furniture to create
    a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere.

At the Innovation Garden, we host pitch events, seminars, networking sessions, and other programs that foster global business exchange. Please check the latest event information and join us.

Business Hours: Weekdays, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.

We support foreign and foreign‑affiliated companies in entering the Japanese market and establishing business bases after their arrival in Japan. In addition, we provide a range of services to help foreign‑affiliated companies already operating in Japan expand their business activities, including workforce expansion, regional business development, and the establishment of additional offices and facilities.

A spacious workspace designed to accommodate team use, offering a comfortable and open office environment.

A compact yet fully functional office filled with natural light, creating a bright and refreshing work environment.

  • Wi‑Fi and wired internet access available

  • Up to 50 days of free use
    (for eligible users only)

  • Private rooms available for
    2, 3, and 6 people

Ark Mori Building, 7F
12-32, Akasaka 1-chome,
Minato-ku, Tokyo
107-6006 Japan

Access Tokyo Metro (subway)

  • Roppongi-1chome station (N-05, Namboku line): Exit 3, 1 minute walk
  • Tameike-sanno station (G-06 & N-06, Namboku & Ginza line): Exit 13, 3 minute walk
  • Kamiyacho station (H-05, Hibiya line): Exit 4B, 12 minutes walk
  • Akasaka station (C-06, Chiyoda line): Exit 5, 12 minutes walk
  • Kokkai-gijidomae station (M-14 & C-07, Marunouchi & Chiyoda line): Exit 3, 15 minutes walk

Business Hours

Weekdays, 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Ark Mori Building

Contact

For inquiries regarding availability and user eligibility for the Innovation Garden, please contact us using the email provided below.

ibscdesk@jetro.go.jp

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