Manabu Hubs Newsletter!
Hey Founders, Innovators, and Digital Nomads!
Welcome to another power-packed edition of your Manabu Hubs newsletter! This week, we're buzzing with a new face, exciting programs, deep dives into the startup world, and unmissable opportunities. Let's get to it!
🚀 Last Call! 7 days End Early Birds - Win Fly Tickets to Australia, be part of our second largest demo day in Japan
Ready to truly scale your startup? StartUPCLUB is your ultimate launchpad into global markets and win a flight ticket to Australia?
🚨 LAST CALL 5 Days for Early Bird Discounts! Get 40% OFF Members
(20% for non-members)!
Ends: July 31st!
Code: STARTUPCLUB25# (20% OFF)
Why StartUPCLUB?
Global Launchpad: Connect to new markets in Japan & Taiwan.
Exclusive Perks: mentorship, private Discord access, 30K
USD perks and a powerful network built by founders, for founders.
Online Sessions: Master market entry, growth strategy, and pitch perfection in 4 weeks, from anywhere.
Participants demo day on Oct9th will get the chance win a return ticket from Japan<>Australia, Sponsored by Tourism Queensland
Timeline Snapshot:
Application Open - Closing Soon (Aug31)
Hualien, Taiwan Immersion: Aug 20-22. Join us for hands-on networking, cultural immersion, and our new co-branded hub launch! Co-hosted by Taiwan Digital Nomad Association.
Fukuoka Demo Day: Oct 9. Pitch your vision in Japan to investors and tech leaders.
Don't Miss Out! Limited Spots!
Learn more & apply: https://manabuhubs.com/startupclub
Secure your spot & tickets: https://lu.ma/yu4h03gv
✨ Spotlight: Manabu-kun, Our New Official Mascot! ✨
We're beyond excited to introduce you to Manabu-kun, our official Tech Tanuki mascot! 🦊✨ He's not just a cute face; Manabu-kun embodies our passion for learning, innovation, collaboration, and our thriving global community. Those glasses? They represent the curious spirit that guides our journey.
Want the full scoop on his creation—from initial sketches, the core idea, color palette, and even a hidden secret code for the techies?
➡️ Discover the full story and design secrets on LinkedIn! [Link to LinkedIn Post about Manabu-kun]
This new logo will soon be integrated across all our channels, website, and global communities. A huge shout-out to Erika Pamela Yakabi Bedriñana, our incredible designer, for bringing Manabu-kun to life! Thank you, Erika! 🙏
🎧 Founder Insights: Pablo Riveros on The Japan Startup Scene
Curious about building a startup in Japan from scratch? I recently had a fantastic conversation with Lindo Korchi on his podcast, diving deep into my journey as Founder of Manabu Hubs.
Learn about:
My path from selling my first startup in Chile at 24 to building a multi-country tech ecosystem.
How to build a startup network in Japan from zero.
What foreign founders must know before launching here.
Making your business "Japanese-facing" (even without fluent Japanese!).
Why Fukuoka might just be the best place to start in Japan.
🎧 Listen to the full episode on Spotify now! 👇 [Link to Spotify Podcast Episode]
🗓️ Upcoming Global Opportunities & Events
Manabu Hubs X CoLive Fukuoka: Official Partnership! 🤝✨
Big news! We're now official partners with CoLive Fukuoka 2025! This isn't just a retreat; it's an immersive experience connecting Digital Nomads, startups, local culture, and communities in Japan's Digital Nomad Mecca.
See the magic: [Link to CoLive Fukuoka video]
Exclusive 20% Discount for our Community! Use Code: MANABUHUBS25
Visit Official Website: [Link to CoLive Fukuoka Website]
Up with TAIWAN Program: Online Info Session
Hey Founders, want to scale in Taiwan? 🇹🇼 Join our online info session with Garage+, a zero-equity accelerator helping Japanese startups grow! Get all your questions answered by top experts.
When: Thursday, August 7, 2025, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM JST
Where: Zoom
RSVP: [Link: HERE]
Perks: Subsidies for travel, funding opportunities, global network, free co-working!
Apply by: September 8, 2025
Taipei Visit: December 7-13, 2025
TADAIMA 2025: Co-create in Shimoda, Japan!
Calling all Digital Nomads! 🌍 Join TADAIMA 2025 (Nov 3–28) in Shimoda, Japan. It's a month-long program to co-create the community's future with locals, featuring cultural exchanges, workshops, and the Mirai Kaigi conference (Nov 12–14). Reimagine tourism as deep connection!
Learn more: https://tadaima-japan.jp/
Isla de Salsa 2025: Find Your Beat in Fukuoka! 🎶🌴
Leave the city. Find the world beat! Join us for Isla de Salsa 2025 on Sept 20th at Nokonoshima Camp Ground, Fukuoka. Music, dance, and flavors from around the globe in a tropical island vibe.
Tickets from: ¥2,000 (Kids Free!)
Exclusive Discount: Use code MANABUHUBS for ¥200 OFF!
Grab tickets: https://isladesalsa2025.peatix.com/
🌐 Latest Global Ecosystems across Japan, Taiwan, and Australia!
🇯🇵 Japan
Political Shift: PM Ishiba's ruling coalition lost its majority in both houses of parliament (July 2025), creating political uncertainty. 📉 Read more
US-Japan Trade Deal: A new trade framework with the US was announced, lowering tariffs on Japanese goods to 15%.
AI Mandate: Yahoo Japan is requiring all 11,000 employees to use generative AI for daily tasks, aiming to double productivity by 2028. 🤖 Read more
🇹🇼 Taiwan
AI Powerhouse Ambition: Taiwan launched "Ten Major AI Infrastructure Projects" aiming for a US$510B economic boost by 2040, focusing on silicon photonics, quantum, and AI robotics.
AI Robot Alliance: A new alliance aims for over US$34.2B in AI robot production by 2030, leveraging Taiwan's ICT strength.
Biotech Hub: BIO Asia-Taiwan 2025 highlighted Taiwan's growing role in biotech innovation, especially in precision medicine.
🇦🇺 Australia
UK Defence Pact: Australia and the UK are set to sign a new 50-year defense treaty, reinforcing their AUKUS commitment.
🛡️ Read more
Quantum Investment: The government is investing AU$5.74M in 14 projects under the Critical Technologies Challenge Program, focusing on quantum for healthcare, agriculture, and logistics.
⚛️ Read more
AI in Finance: The mortgage industry is seeing increasing AI integration to enhance workflows and client services.
Get involved
Be part of the our Global Movement!
Want to volunteer, intern, co-organise, Partner or Sponsor? We’re looking for help across our events, bento lunch clubs gathering, demo days, and media. Our selected interns-volunteers will get 1 year Free Access Manabu Hubs network/events, discord hub + perks! Be part of growing startup ecosystems! email us to: [email protected] and attach your one page cv! will contact the potential candidates!
Thank you for reading! Stay tuned for our next Week of End of The week updates!