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Yokohama Global Startups Manager at the Innovation Promotion Division interviewed by the Scaling Japan Podcast

by | Aug 20, 2024

Yokohama City is rapidly emerging as a key player in Japan’s startup ecosystem. In the latest episode of the Scaling Japan Podcast, Aya Murota, Manager of Global Startups in Yokohama City’s Innovation Promotion Division, shares her experiences and insights into the dynamic startup environment in the city : https://scalingyourcompany.com/yokohama-city-with-aya-murota/

With her background in building businesses from the ground up, Aya provides valuable perspectives on the industries thriving in Yokohama, the support available to entrepreneurs, and the city’s future plans for fostering innovation in this podcast episode.

Listen to the episode to learn more about Yokohama’s startup ecosystem, startup visa opportunities, and successful ventures that have taken root in the city.

 

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