A Membership Where Challengers Meet Their Supporters
OIH membership supports the challenges and growth of startups through connections with a wide range of people and organizations.
With startups at the center, OIH creates opportunities for new encounters, collaborations, and next challenges through exchange and collaboration among members, including companies, universities, experts, and investors, each with their own strengths and knowledge.
Membership Types
Startup Members
STARTUP
People aiming to start a business, and executives of startups launching or growing new businesses
Annual fee: Free
Partner Members
PARTNER
Companies and organizations that support startups’ growth through collaboration, investment, and other support. Partner members can engage with startups by using OIH’s facilities, joining our network, co-hosting events with OIH, and more.
Annual fee: Free
Member Benefits
Startup Members
Partner Members
01
Networking with entrepreneurs and partners
Enjoy opportunities to meet and interact with a wide range of people, including experienced founders, companies, investors, and experts.
Startup Members
02
Global expansion support
We support your global challenges with information on overseas expansion and touchpoints with networks in Japan and abroad.
Startup Members
Partner Members
03
Join and speak at members-only events
Enjoy a range of opportunities, from joining member events and networking sessions to speaking at events.
Startup Members
Partner Members
04
Use of OIH facilities
Use OIH’s facilities as a base for your daily activities, including coworking and meetings.
*Some spaces have conditions of use.
Startup Members
05
Growth support through OIH Growth Support
Eligible startup members receive more in-depth support, such as hands-on support toward commercialization and business growth.
*Eligible members only
Startup Members
Partner Members
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Priority updates on events and support
We keep you informed about events at OIH and support that helps your business grow.
How to Join
STEP01
Review the Terms
Please review the Osaka Innovation Hub Membership Terms (PDF, Japanese) and the Privacy Policy.
STEP02
Apply
Apply using the Startup Member application form.
STEP03
Interview with the Office
We hold an interview (about 30 minutes to 1 hour) before you join. We review your purpose for joining, your business overview, and more, and then screen your application.
STEP04
Notification of Results
We will notify you of the results by email.
- If your member information (affiliation, contact details, etc.) changes, please contact the office promptly.
- If you wish to cancel your membership, please contact the office and submit a withdrawal form.
Apply for Startup Membership
No annual fee. Please review the terms first, and then apply using the form.
Who Can Join
People aiming to start a business, and executives of startups launching or growing new businesses.
*Applicants under 18 must submit a consent form from a parent or guardian.
For Aspiring Entrepreneurs
βFounder (Beta Founder)
A one-year support program for people who are serious about starting a business, in which participants explore, test, and refine their business ideas while working at OIH.
For those who are uneasy about their situation while preparing to start a business, it offers the chance to take part in OIH’s work and to make use of OIH’s base, network, and support activities.
NEXT STEP
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