⏳ DEADLINE: TODAY, February 12th
For those who missed the initial deadline but are determined to join us in Taipei, we have secured a rare exception to open a Second VIP Delegation.
But we must act fast. To confirm this second cohort, we need to finalise the participant list by the end of today (Feb 12).
👉 How to Secure Your Spot:
Register Immediately: Complete your application on the VIP Website Here.
Notify Us via [email protected]: Once submitted, reply to this email (or DM us via our private discord or line) with your Full Name and Startup/Company Name so we can fast-track your approval.
🏨 Vital Notice on Hotels: Due to this late window, accommodation is filling up rapidly. We strongly recommend booking your hotel immediately via the link provided in your registration confirmation email.
Don't miss this final chance to join the week in Taipei!
🇯🇵 Kyushu’s Economy is Bigger Than Thailand’s.
Why aren't we talking about it?
Most people think of Fukuoka as just a "nice regional city." But the economic data tells a massive story.
In Manabu Hubs Newsletter #46, we sat down with Chris (a Fukuoka-based Creator) to dismantle the myths of the region.
We cover:
🌊 The Water Anomaly: Why the BBC flew here to study a water grid with <2% leakage (vs. London’s 20%).
📱 The Smart City Secret: How Fukuoka saved millions by using "Low Tech" (LINE App) instead of building custom dashboards.
🌏 The GRP Reality: If Kyushu were a country, its economy ($500B+) would rank in the Global Top 30—rivaling Austria and Argentina.
This isn't just a city; it's an economic engine.
📺 Watch the full interview & Read the analysis here: [Link to Newsletter]
🍜 Join Colive Fukuoka 2026
Dates: October 1st – 10th, 2026
We are excited to announce our collaboration with the Colive Fukuoka team for another amazing year!
What is Colive Fukuoka? It is a community designed for nomads, founders, and creators who want to build their global life in Japan's most livable startup city. It’s the perfect blend of urban convenience, nature, and entrepreneurial opportunity.
🤝 The Partnership: As the largest private incubator in Southern Japan, Manabu Hubs has supported Colive since the beginning. This year is special because the main program coincides with Ramen Tech, the largest startup conference in the region.
Come for the community, stay for the Ramen (and the startups). Use code: MANABUBUNDLE
🎟 Get your tickets below & see you in October: [Link to Colive Ticket Page]
🇹🇼 Taipei Tech Spotlight: AI x No-Code Bootcamp! 🚀
Planning to be in Taiwan for the Smart City Expo? Want to connect with the local ecosystem and learn how to build real products at lightning speed? @Manabu Hubs is proud to announce we are co-hosting an exclusive No-Code Bootcamp in partnership with Momen app and TDNA!
🛠️ From Idea to MVP
Stop just "vibe coding" and start building. This hands-on session, led by Momen founder Yaokai Jiang (Cambridge & CMU alum), will show you how to bridge the gap between AI prototypes and launch-ready products.
When:March 19th | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where:Emoji Cafe x AI, Taipei City
What:Product Demo + 1.5hr Hands-on Workshop + Founder Talk
🎟️ Limited Spots Available!
We are keeping this session intimate to ensure high-quality networking and support.
Manabu, TDNA, Local Partners Delegation: FREE (Pre-approval required)
General Entry: $750 TWD
Don't wait—secure your spot on Luma now!**
👉 https://luma.com/ctjgho03
See you in Taipei! 🇹🇼✨
The Manabu Hubs Team