JETRO Innovation Garden Information

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Innovative Space for Connecting People and Expanding Opportunities for Business Growth

The Innovation Garden is a facility that combines an "event area" that can accommodate up to 70 people and an "open area" that can be used as a co-working space. It is an open space that encourages interaction and the creation of business opportunities that transcend industry boundaries, such as pitches and networking.

Event Area

This is an open space for business exchanges across industries for the purpose of innovation creation. It can be used for seminars, pitches, networking, and other events. Colorful pieces of furniture are set on the grass-colored floor and can be arranged in a variety of ways to suit each event.

Area

270m2 (15m x 18m)

Capacity

Up to 70

Equipment

Tables (10), chairs (approx. 40), bench seats, microphones (4), projector, screen, podium, simultaneous interpretation booth, Wi-Fi

Colorful furnishings, spacious open space

Pitch event image

Open Area (Coworking Space)

This coworking space functions as the main entrance where innovative business ideas come and go, regardless of the size of the company, Japanese or foreign, and is fully equipped with fixtures that allow you to concentrate on your work.

Number of seats

37

Equipment

Tables, chairs, Wi-Fi, beverage vending machines

Fee

Free of charge

Reservations

Not required (please make a request at the reception desk)

Open space to facilitate networking

Space equipped with various fixtures to support concentration

Available for the following users

Companies and institutions certified by JETRO for service support categorized in 1 to 9 below

  1. 1.

    Foreign companies, foreign-affiliated companies, foreign diplomatic missions, and foreign economic organizations that JETRO is supporting for investment in Japan and cooperative partnerships
    * Including tenants of IBSC (Invest Japan Business Support Center)

  2. 2.

    J-Bridge (Japan Innovation Bridge) members and partners

  3. 3.

    Startup companies that JETRO supports
    * Companies that have participated or plan to participate in JETRO's startup-related projects in FY2019 and onward

  4. 4.

    Ecosystem-related organizations participating in projects designated by JETRO

  5. 5.

    Organizations participating in the "Plus" startup support organization platform, etc.

  6. 6.

    Local governments

  7. 7.

    Japanese universities that have concluded a comprehensive partnership agreement with JETRO
    * (Including related independent sectors such as university-launched VC, etc.)

  8. 8.

    (Event Area and Open Area) Those who hold events jointly with JETRO

  9. 9.

    Tenants in JETRO-occupied spaces (TOSBEC, BDCT, TECC)

Application for use (Event area)

We accept reservations:
3 months to 3 business days prior to the date of use (cagegory 1 users)
2 months to 5 business days prior to the date of use (categories 2-9 users)
Please apply from the Application Form below

Event Area

Reservations are not required for the Open Area. Please tell us at the reception desk.

Payment for use

Please pay at the reception on the day of use.
Payment can only be made by credit card or PayPay.

Please refer to the "Rules of Use" before using the facilities, and please use the facilities in accordance with the rules. Please refer to the "Rules of Use" before using the facility and use the facility in accordance with the rules.

FAQ 

Q1．Can I use the facility at night or on weekends?
A1．The facility is available Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 18:00.

Q2．Can meals be provided at events?
A2．Light meals can be served at events co-sponsored by JETRO. Only beverages can be provided at other events. Light meals and beverages should be arranged by the event organizer.

Q3．Can you set up the venue for the event?
A3．No. Users are responsible for setting up and cleaning up the venue.

Q4．Can equipment be brought into the event?
A4. Yes, you can. Please check the information that will be sent to you when you make a reservation.

Q5. Can I use Wi-Fi?
A5. Yes, you can use our dedicated free Wi-Fi available within the facility.

For inquiries, please contact

Investment and Alliance Division, Innovation Dept.
E-mail：ive@jetro.go.jp

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