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
About the program
About the program
A global series of programs
Each cohort of 10-15 startups comes together to tackle technical challenges that can help grow their businesses through a mix of remote and in-person, 1-to-1, group learning sessions, and sprint projects.
Dedicated expert help
Founders outline the top technical challenges for their startup, and are paired with experts from Google and the industry to solve those challenges and grow their business.
Specialist deep dives
Accelerators include deep dives and workshops focused on product design, customer acquisition, and leadership development for founders.
Google product benefits
Early access to AI products: Eligible participants receive Early Access Program and Trusted Tester benefits for Google’s AI products.
Cloud credits: Eligible participants can apply separately for Google Cloud credits to support their business’ growth. Find out more.
Cloud TPUs: Participants are eligible to receive free Cloud TPU access to accelerate open source machine learning research. Find out more.
Key benefits
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Equity-free support
Ten weeks of equity-free support.
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Mentoring
Mentoring from 20+ Google teams.
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Training
Training on design, marketing, and leadership.
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Strategic support
Support on company and product strategy.
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Early access to AI products
Access new Google AI products and tools as relevant through Trusted Tester and EAP benefits.
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Google product credits
Eligible startups receive product credits.
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Access to experts
Access to Google's network of industry experts.
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Technical project partnership
Work hand in hand with experts from Google on your biggest tech challenges.
Frequently asked questions
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.