Forbes Japan: 市場機会を逃す企業の盲点：戦略実行における最大の課題

The article highlights the results of the 2024 "Japan's Best Startup Cities" ranking, which evaluates the most supportive environments for entrepreneurship across Japan. For the second consecutive year, Fukuoka City secured the top spot, bolstered by its "Startup Visa" program and a robust ecosystem that fosters both local and international growth. Following closely are cities like Yokohama and Osaka, which have significantly improved their infrastructure and funding access to attract high-tech ventures. The evaluation criteria focused on three main pillars: "Ease of Doing Business," "Availability of Resources," and "Growth Potential." The report underscores a shifting trend where regional cities are increasingly challenging Tokyo’s dominance by offering specialized support, lower operational costs, and strong public-private partnerships. This decentralization of the startup scene is seen as a vital component of Japan’s broader economic revitalization strategy, encouraging a diverse range of industries—from biotech to fintech—to flourish outside the capital, ultimately strengthening the nation's global competitiveness in innovation.

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