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Shibuya Startups Announces Initial Lineup of 11 Companies
16.11.2023
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Shibuya Startups Announces Initial Lineup of 11 Companies

Established in February 2023 as a unique collaboration between Shibuya City, Tokyu Corporation, Tokyu Land Corporation, and GMO Internet Group to create and foster an international startup community in Shibuya, The UP by Shibuya Startup Support program seeks early-stage startups from around the world that address issues important in Shibuya, such as aging society, anime/game IPs, natural disasters, dining and nightlife, and fashion and street culture. Startups selected for this project will receive support from the Shibuya Startup Support community and services. In August 2023, they announced their inaugural lineup of 11 handpicked global startups.

Camino Robotics (USA)

Camino Robotics is developing Camino, the world’s first smart walker to help older adults stay active. The Camino comes equipped with an AI system, automatic boost, and automatic brake. The AI allows the user to track and collect gait data, which helps to reduce the cost of care.

Tellus You Care (USA)

Tellus You Care offers a unique service through a wireless device equipped with advanced sensor technology, designed to alert family members and caregivers about any changes in the health and safety of elderly individuals. It provides practical health information and peace of mind while preserving the privacy and independence of seniors.

TOTEMO (Japan)

TOTEMO offers the world’s first street art focused NFT platform. Its goal is to establish a new economic ecosystem and provide more opportunities for artists by turning temporary street art and graphic art into NFTs. Street art and graphic art are often confined to specific locations and damaged by weather. TOTEMO is expected to support Shibuya’s thriving street art scene.

Logcast AB (Sweden)

Logcast AB offers a platform that connects digital characters such as VTubers and anime characters with fans through virtual conversations. This initiative both fosters innovation and helps spread Japanese culture worldwide, since Japan is one of the largest markets for VTubers and anime culture, particularly in Shibuya.

STAYGE Labs (South Korea)

STAYGE Labs provides a platform to connect artists and fans online and encourage fan engagement around the world. Their Meet Plus app is a global platform that connects K-pop artists and fans. They also offer the Presented.LIVE, a live-event service, and the youmeOn interactive streaming platform.

8glabs (USA)

8glabs are the makers of Image App, a platform that uses AI to generate images and videos based on text input. It is expected to support Shibuya’s thriving music scene by supporting young artists in creating AI-related videos such as music videos and short videos.

Callback (Japan)

Callback assists brands in adopting Web3 and offers a platform for next-generation community building. It brings Web3 closer to businesses, creators, and users via the platform, mobile apps, and the Callback wallet, based on NFT technology.

If you are interested in the UP by Shibuya Startup Support program yourself, or want to know more about Shibuya’s startup ecosystem or our Shibuya Startup Visa programs, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Be sure to follow us on social media to keep up-to-date on upcoming events!

More information on the “UP by Shibuya Startup Support” program: https://upshibuya.com/

More information on Shibuya Startup Visa program: https://shibuya-startup-support.jp/sws/

Shibuya Startup Support’s social media account:

LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/shibuya-startup-support/

Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/shibuya.startup.support

Twitter:https://twitter.com/ShibuyaStartup

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