Japan

Japan - Virtual
10 weeks
Growth Stage

Google for Startups Accelerator: Japan focuses on companies using technology in innovative ways. This accelerator is a fully-digital program of intensive workshops and expert mentorship designed to help Japanese growth-stage startups learn technical, product and leadership best practices.

Japan - Virtual
10 weeks
Growth Stage

Applications are now closed.

If you are interested in future programs, please see this website.

About the program

About the program

Google for Startups Accelerator: Japan is focused on tech-based startups making an impact in Japan. We welcome applicants from a variety of fields striving to support Japan's economy and society.

The Accelerator is for startups with a product or service already brought to market. Applying companies must have potential for market-value growth and scalability. The Accelerator supports startups, providing them with mentorship, networking opportunities, and leadership training to help them solve their challenges and expand their growth potential.

Key benefits

  • Equity-free support

    Ten weeks of equity-free support

  • Mentoring

    Mentoring from 20+ Google teams

  • Training

    Training on design, marketing, and leadership

  • Strategic support

    Support on company and product strategy

  • Google product credits

    Eligible startups receive product credits

  • Early access

    Early access to new Google products and tools

  • Access to experts

    Access to Google's network of industry experts

  • Technical project partnership

    Work hand in hand with experts from Google on your biggest tech challenges.

Frequently asked questions

What are the criteria to receive product credits, and what does "eligible for product credits" mean?

Startups must meet specific criteria to be eligible for Google product credit offerings. To learn more about the Google Cloud credit eligibility requirements, please visit the Google Cloud startup page.