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From Salaryman to SaaS Founder: One Osaka Entrepreneur's Journey
How a former corporate employee left a stable career to build a B2B SaaS company in Osaka — and what he learned along...
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How to Register a Company in Japan: A Step-by-Step Guide for Kansai Entrepreneurs
A practical, plain-language walkthrough of the company registration process in Japan, with tips specific to starting up...
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Pitching to Japanese Investors: What Kansai Founders Need to Know
Japanese investor expectations differ from Silicon Valley norms. Here's how to craft a pitch that resonates with VCs...
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Industry Spotlights
Crafting a Business: The Rise of Kansai's Artisan Beverage Industry
From Kyoto sake breweries reinventing themselves to Osaka craft beer startups, Kansai's artisan beverage scene is a...
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Business Etiquette in Kansai: What Entrepreneurs Need to Understand
Kansai has its own distinct business culture that differs from Tokyo. Understanding it can make or break relationships...
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Where to Connect: A Guide to Startup Events and Networking in Kansai in 2025
From Osaka pitch nights to Kyoto design meetups, here's how to find and make the most of the startup networking scene...
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