We are exciting to share our weekly wrap up!
🚀 Upcoming Events Before the Year Ends
TechMas Event– Join our second edition, joined on Dec12 6pm at Salt for our TechMas, event connect local startups, tech, devs, or those who want to be part and joined our Christmas end of the year celebration.
New partnership with Thai Ecosystems X SEAs partner
Startup Club 2026 – Discover emerging startups shaping 2026 and our next Cohort 3- Apply here
🌟 Techmas Fukuoka: Year-End Gala & Innovation Showcase! Dec 12, 6PM🚀
Get ready for a fun and festive holiday gathering! Join us for TECHMAS, a special Christmas-themed tech community event filled with good vibes, great people, and holiday cheer.
🎟 EARLY BIRD TICKETS:
•¥3,000 until December 4
•¥4,000 after December 4 Grab your early bird now before the price goes up!
🎉 WHAT TO EXPECT: ✔️ Food ✔️ Drinks ✔️ Positive Christmas vibes ✔️ A warm and friendly tech community
📅 Friday, December 12 🕕 6:00 PM 📍 SALT (5 min walk from Imajuku Station)
Powered by Manabu Hubs & Fukuoka Startup Collective Scan the QR code on the poster to get your tickets!
Let’s celebrate the holidays together — see you at Techmas! 🎅🎁🌟
👉 Register Here: https://luma.com/w87f57dl
See you there! 🥂
Manabu Hubs X IFLOWDEV: Powering SE Asia Startups into Japan & Beyond!
We're thrilled to announce our new collaboration with IFLOWDEV, Thai ecosystem partner. This exciting partnership is set to empower Thai and Southeast Asian startups looking to connect with our vibrant community and unlock new business opportunities across Asia. Starting early next year, Manabu Hubs will organise our 3rd cohort of Startup Club. This program is designed to help startups validate MVPs, achieve pre-seed sales, and generate revenue in key markets like Japan, Taiwan, and Australia.
If you're a Thai or Southeast Asian startup ready to scale internationally, reach out to IFLOWDEV our new partner today for more details or check details below.
Are you an industry leader, experienced founder, or subject matter expert passionate about guiding the next generation of global innovators?
Manabu Hubs is actively seeking mentors and advisors to join our esteemed pool for StartupClub Cohort 3 and future initiatives. Your expertise is invaluable in shaping the future of international startups and helping them navigate markets in Japan, Taiwan, and Australia.
➡️ Submit Your Details Here: [Link to Manabu Hubs Mentor & Advisor Application]
The Manabu Hubs team periodically reviews submissions to match your unique experience with the specific needs of our highly curated programs.
Learn More about StartupClub Program, Cohort 3. We’ve open our global applications for mentors, startups and sponsors, see details. Are you interested to expand your brand globally? Request a short 30min meetings with us and be part of our sponsor/partner 2026. Email [email protected]
Why Launching Your Startup Outside of a Major Japanese City is a Smart Move
G'day Network! This is Pablo- Founder of Manabu Hubs🚀
Are you planning to launch your startup in Japan or base in APAC? Stop looking only at Tokyo!
Our latest newsletter #38, "Why Launching Your Startup Outside of Major Japanese Cities is a Smart Move," breaks down why ecosystems like Fukuoka offer the perfect Proof of Concept (PoC) launchpad.
Discover the strategic benefits:
🚅 Faster Scaling: Direct access to key Asian markets (Taiwan/Korea).
🪧 PoC Support: Local government support for startups incorporated locally.
🤼 Integrated Community: Access to our inclusive, integrated tech ecosystem.
Read the full analysis and see why launching outside the mega city can accelerate your global growth! Read Linkedln artic
If you are considering founding a company in Japan but are not familiar with relevant laws, regulations, and procedures, then Download this informative brochure by JETRO -to find basic information about the legal system relevant to setting up a business in Japan and details on various procedures (incorporation registration, visa & residence status, taxation, and personnel & labor affairs). Download brochure
We're excited to announce that our LinkedIn newsletter has a new name and overpass 900 subscribers! Thank you very much!
It's now the APAC Founder's Collective. This rebranding reflects our commitment to bringing you the latest firsthand insights, exclusive opportunities, and actionable tips for founders across Japan, Australia, Taiwan, and beyond.
Get the inside track on building a global business, directly from founders, for founders.