The call GO TOKYO 2021 is aimed at Austrian later-stage start-ups in the field of GreenTech & Sustainability and is open until September 19, 2021. The programme will take place from 1 to 10 December 2021 in Tokyo* organised by the Global Incubator Network Austria (GIN) in cooperation with the AUSTRIA EXSENWIRTSCHAFT AUSTRIA, is the ideal preparation for startups that want to develop and expand their business in Japan.

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• What? 1-week acceleration program in TOKYO from Dec. 1-10 with a digital pre-program/onboarding for Austrian later-stage startups
• When?
  • Part I | Digital GO TOKYO: digital onboarding on Nov. 9 & 12, 2021 to prepare your internationalization strategy with individual coaching sessions and webinars
  • Part II | Physical GO TOKYO*: meet relevant stakeholders for individual 1:1 business meetings in Tokyo and for a breakout session in Fukuoka. Connect with international investors and corporates at customized networking and pitch events (TechBIZKON V)
• Where? Online and on-site in Tokyo and Fukuoka
• Info? More details about the programme: https://www.gin-austria.com/calls/gotokyo2021
• APPLY VIA AWS CONNECT: https://www.awsconnect.at/events_calls
• Application Deadline: September 19, 2021 

*Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the unpredictable development of further health and safety measurements, changes to the program GO TOKYO 2021 might apply. We are in regular contact with the relevant authorities and aim to offer a beneficial program accessible for everyone while ensuring every participant's safety. About any necessary changes, we will update you accordingly.
 
BENEFITS:

• A flexible digital pre-program with video masterclasses and group workshops
• Exclusive insights into the Japanese startup ecosystem
• Individual coaching sessions that help you to adapt your business model to the Japanese market
• Unique business connections to international investors, VCs, corporates, potential clients, etc.
• 1:1 business meetings with relevant stakeholders in Japan organized by AußenwirtschaftsCenter Tokio
• Travel refund for 80% of the expenses up to € 7,000 per startup 

REQUIREMENTS:

• Verticals: GreenTech, E-Mobility, Sustainability (wind energy, CO2 emission reduction technologies, energy solutions, etc.)
• Austrian later-stage startup (beyond PoC and seed-stage)
• Established in the last 7 years (no k.o. criterion)
• Raised at least seed-stage investment
• Unique product/solution & working prototype (MVP)
• A proven business model with traction (clients, revenue)
• Interest in connecting to relevant stakeholders (investors, corporates)
• Looking to develop further internationally with a focus on Japan/Asia 

INQUIRIES:
Global Incubator Network Austria
Chiara Witzemann – Project Manager GO ASIA
+43 1 501 75 504
chiara.witzemann@gin-austria.com | goasia@gin-austria.com
www.gin-austria.com