Walking through the Global Startup Expo 2026 in Osaka last month, I was inspired by the diversity of founders, investors and business leaders from Asia, the Middle East, Europe and the Americas, all exploring one important question: How can we collaborate across borders? As Founder and President of Asia Web3 Alliance Japan (AWAJ), I participated not only as an attendee but also as an organizer. On October 5, AWAJ hosted its VC Connect Session at Blooming Camp, Grand Green Osaka, bringing together Japanese and international investors, startups, corporations and entrepreneurs.
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Japan is attracting startups. But can it keep them?
Originally published by Nikkei Asia(opens in a new tab)

