November 2024: India Accelerator, India’s leading startup accelerator, multi stage venture capital and co-working space, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with 01 Booster, a premier accelerator, venture capital firm, and venture builder headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
This partnership is set to establish a powerful Japan-India Startup Corridor with the shared vision of empowering startup founders across both nations. By bridging two thriving innovation ecosystems, the partnership aims to provide:
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Business Growth & Market Access: A focus on supporting startup founders in scaling their businesses through access to new markets in India and Japan.
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Cross-border Co-Investment & Funding: Opportunities for cross-border co-investments, enabling startups to secure funding and broaden their financial networks.
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Trade Missions & Startup Events: Facilitating trade missions and hosting startup events that foster cross-cultural collaboration and innovation.
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Technology & Innovation Exchange: Encouraging a free flow of ideas and cutting-edge technologies between Japan and India, fostering new avenues for collaboration.
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Talent Exchange & Skill Development: Initiating talent exchange programs, startup internships, and skill development opportunities that will help entrepreneurs and professionals refine their skills and broaden their horizons.
Takeuru Kawashima, Executive Director, at 01 Booster, mentioned, “At 01 Booster, we believe in the power of cross-border innovation, and India presents an exciting opportunity for collaborative growth. This partnership with India Accelerator enables us to work closely with a vibrant startup ecosystem, leveraging the strengths of both nations to support startups in achieving global success.”
Deepak Sharma, Co-founder & Managing Partner at India Accelerator, added, “This partnership with 01 Booster represents a new era of collaboration between Japan and India. Together, we will create pathways for startups to access new markets, gain strategic funding, and fuel innovation across borders.”
With Japan’s growing focus on technology and India’s rapidly expanding startup ecosystem, this alliance holds immense promise for the startup communities of both countries. The creation of this startup corridor will enable entrepreneurs to thrive through cross-border support and collective growth.
