{"id":18036,"date":"2026-09-27T14:55:29","date_gmt":"2026-09-27T05:55:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.innovation-osaka.jp\/oih2026\/?page_id=18036"},"modified":"2026-09-28T20:21:23","modified_gmt":"2026-09-28T11:21:23","slug":"entry","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.innovation-osaka.jp\/en\/oih\/entry\/","title":{"rendered":"OIH Membership"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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A Membership Where Challengers Meet Their Supporters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

OIH membership supports the challenges and growth of startups through connections with a wide range of people and organizations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Membership Types<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Startup Members<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

STARTUP<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

People aiming to start a business, and executives of startups launching or growing new businesses<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Annual fee: Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Partner Members<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

PARTNER<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Companies and organizations that support startups\u2019 growth through collaboration, investment, and other support. Partner members can engage with startups by using OIH\u2019s facilities, joining our network, co-hosting events with OIH, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Annual fee: Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Member Benefits<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Startup Members<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Networking with entrepreneurs and partners<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Enjoy opportunities to meet and interact with a wide range of people, including experienced founders, companies, investors, and experts.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Startup Members<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Global expansion support<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

We support your global challenges with information on overseas expansion and touchpoints with networks in Japan and abroad.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Partner Members<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Join and speak at members-only events<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Enjoy a range of opportunities, from joining member events and networking sessions to speaking at events.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Use of OIH facilities<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Use OIH\u2019s facilities as a base for your daily activities, including coworking and meetings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

*Some spaces have conditions of use.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Growth support through OIH Growth Support<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Eligible startup members receive more in-depth support, such as hands-on support toward commercialization and business growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

*Eligible members only <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Priority updates on events and support<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

We keep you informed about events at OIH and support that helps your business grow.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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How to Join<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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STEP01<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Review the Terms<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Please review the Osaka Innovation Hub Membership Terms<\/a> (PDF, Japanese) and the Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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STEP02<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apply<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Apply using the Startup Member application form.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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STEP03<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interview with the Office<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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STEP04<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Notification of Results<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We will notify you of the results by email.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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  • If your member information (affiliation, contact details, etc.) changes, please contact the office promptly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • If you wish to cancel your membership, please contact the office and submit a withdrawal form.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    Apply for Startup Membership<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    No annual fee. Please review the terms first, and then apply using the form.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Who Can Join<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    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.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    For Aspiring Entrepreneurs<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    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\u2019s work and to make use of OIH\u2019s base, network, and support activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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