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Disrupting Japan

Tim Romero
Japan
Venture Capital
Startups
Generative AI
Innovation
Entrepreneurship
Hydrogen
Collaboration
Integral AI
Green Energy Transition
Women In VC
Foreign Founders
Silicon Valley
Music Industry
Creative Arts
Shizen Capital
Corporate Venture Capital
Electrification Of Transport
Decarbonization
Digital Transformation

Disrupting Japan gives you candid, in-depth insights from the startup founders, VCs, and leaders who are reshaping Japan.

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According to Taro, Japan's logistics industry is on the brink of collapse, and it's hard to argue that he's wrong. Taro Sasaki founded Hacobu with the goal of modernizing Japan's logistics industry. He found few takers for the first few years, and th... more

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Last month I gave lecture at Globis University on what it takes to build an AI startup today. It's no longer early days for AI, and most founders don't have the connections and resources that drive toady's multi-billion dollar seed rounds. However, a... more

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Japan's declining birth rate makes global headlines, but most of the developed world will soon be facing the same problem. The real solution involves a lot of social and economic changes, but as you'll see, technology has a huge role to play as well.... more

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Last month I spoke on a panel about the future of climate tech. I was joined by Emi Naganuma, the founder and General Partner of Apprecia Capital and Richard Youngman, the CEO Cleantech Group, with Michael Matsumura of Scrum Ventures moderating. Righ... more

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Recent Guests

Taro Sasaki
Founder of Hacobu, a startup focusing on digital transformation in logistics
Hacobu
Episode: Can startups save Japan’s logistics industry?
Kaz Kishida
Co-founder and CEO of Dioseve, a biotech company focused on improving human fertility through innovative technology using stem cells.
Dioseve
Episode: Japanese technology to supercharge human fertility
Sandeep Casi
General partner at Antler Japan
Antler Japan
Episode: Foreign founders are changing how Japanese start startups
Sophie Meralli
Partner at Shizen Capital and co-founder of Tokyo Women in VC
Shizen Capital
Episode: What it’s really like to be a female VC in Japan
Dai Watanabe
Co-founder and managing partner of Delight Ventures
Delight Ventures
Episode: Startup success hinges on enterprise innovation
Kei Furukawa
Partner at the University of Tokyo IPC
University of Tokyo IPC
Episode: Senpai culture is killing innovation in Japan
Tim Rowe
Founder and CEO of the Cambridge Innovation Center
Cambridge Innovation Center
Episode: How to build a successful startup community
Kunio Hara
Co-founder and CEO of Beatrust, focused on modernizing corporate collaboration in Japan
Beatrust
Episode: Software alone can’t make us work together
Shota Nakagawa
Founder and CEO of Caster
Caster
Episode: How AI employees are solving Japan’s labor shortage

Host

Tim Romero
Host of Disrupting Japan

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 230 ratings
  • AI?

    With OpenAI in the news once again for being at the heart of another child suicide and considering the myriad of other problems associated with the technology, it's tone deaf to record an episode dedicated to AI startups - not to mention off topic. This isn't what I come to a Japan podcast for.

    Apple Podcasts
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    anotherunnecessaryopinion
    United States23 days ago
  • Great podcast

    Very interesting view into the Japanese business world

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Debuggernaut
    Japana year ago
  • Maybe the only podcast on these topics?

    I have listened to this podcast when I lived in Japan (2017-2020), and today I started to listen new chapters too. The quality hasn’t changed a bit. Keep them coming and good luck!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Naniwagirljin
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • Invaluable Insight for Entrepreneurs in Japan

    I first started listening to the Disrupting Japan podcasts back in 2015 when I was at a loss on how to understand Japan. I came from Canada with the naive assumption that I could duplicate my successful business model here in Japan. Wow was I wrong.

    With no word of a lie, I binge listened to every Episode. It rapidly became my go to podcast whenever I wanted to better understand the mindset of the Japanese Entrepreneur or any entrepreneur in Japan. I love how Tim interviews his guests and posi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Danpape.org
    Japan3 years ago
  • Great History Lesson!

    Thank you Tim. You summarized 150 years in 30 minutes in a clear and concise way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paul@Tokyo
    Japan3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the deep insights into Japan's startup culture, emphasizing the quality and variety of guests featured.
The podcast is often described as essential for understanding the nuances of doing business in Japan.
Reviews highlight the engaging interview style of the host, alongside the valuable perspectives shared by guests.
Listeners who are in tech or entrepreneurship praise the practical advice and strategies discussed, though some desire even more technical content.

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Japanese technology to supercharge human fertility
Q: How do you want to see the culture change in Japan regarding innovation?
People should feel that being different is a strength, and they can pursue their own dreams without fear of judgement.
Japanese technology to supercharge human fertility
Q: Why would the success rate be enhanced from using these eggs produced from stem cells?
It enhances success rates because current IVF often uses immature eggs which cannot be fertilized, whereas Dioseve can create matured eggs suitable for fertilization.
Japanese technology to supercharge human fertility
Q: Can you explain a little better what you do?
Dioseve uses technology to induce iPS cells into other cell types related to reproduction, including eggs and ovary cells.
Foreign founders are changing how Japanese start startups
Q: What's the ratio between the foreign entrepreneurs and the Japanese entrepreneurs applying to the program?
Currently, about 70% of applicants are foreign entrepreneurs.
Foreign founders are changing how Japanese start startups
Q: What does the funnel look like? How many people will apply to a program?
Globally, Antler receives about 160,000 applicants a year, selecting around 3% for the program, with 1 to 1.5% eventually receiving investments.

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What is Disrupting Japan about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the dynamic landscape of Japan's startup ecosystem, episodes offer insightful discussions with founders, venture capitalists, and other influential figures. Topics frequently covered include the challenges and successes of Japanese startups, cultural barriers to innovation, the impact of technology on traditional business models, and emerging trends within the venture capital landscape. Noteworthy is the podcast's emphasis on underrepresented perspectives, such as the experiences of women in venture capital, illustrating the narrowing gender gap in this field while highlighting ongoing challenges. This unique blend of personal storytelling and practical insights aims to not only inform aspiring entrepreneurs but also to inspire ... more

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Recent guests on Disrupting Japan include:

1. Taro Sasaki
2. Kaz Kishida
3. Sandeep Casi
4. Sophie Meralli
5. Dai Watanabe
6. Kei Furukawa
7. Tim Rowe
8. Kunio Hara

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