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We aim to create new business opportunities by matching with Fujitsu business divisions, which have a rich customer base.

FUJITSU ACCELERATOR Season 8 Overview

Targeted Startups

Early to Middle Stage Startups with an existing product and is aiming to enter the Japanese market.

Fujitsu aims to realize digital innovation for our customers by providing services and products for the enterprise that combine these technologies mainly in the areas of AI, IoT, cloud and security.

Industry Vertical Themes

Manufacturing
Retail
Mobility
Healthcare
EduTech

Technology Themes

Computing
AI
5G
Cyber Security
Cloud
Data
IoT

Application themes are not limited to the above examples. For a full list of themes, please refer to the program guide.

Program Flow
- Application Deadline:
  November 22nd, 2019 (JST)
- Document Screening
- Pitch Contest
  (February 10th)
  - *Mandatory only for Startups located in Japan
    For Startups applying from outside Japan, we will conduct document screening and one on one teleconference meetings.
- One on one teleconference meetings
  - We will notify the startups that advance to the business collaboration trial phase by early March
- Business Collaboration Trial
  (For 4 months)
  - Teams are formed between startups and Fujitsu business units to conduct collaboration trial. We plan to hold a project meeting once every 1 to 2 weeks. We will also use the media to promoted the selected Startups.
- Demo Day
  (Scheduled in Late July)
  - *Mandatory only for Startups located in Japan
    For Startups from outside Japan, partipation in the Demo Day event is optional.
Pitch Contest Details
Date:
February 10th, 2020 13:00- (JST)
Venue:
BASE Q (Tokyo Midtown Hibiya 6F)
Yurakucho 1-1-2 Chiyoda-ku Tokyo Japan
Target:
Startups who are interested in collaboration with Fujitsu
*Mandatory only for Startups located in Japan
For Startups applying from outside Japan, we will conduct document screening and one on one teleconference meetings.
Full list of Season 8 Application Themes （1.31MB）
Program Results
Season 7: Nov. 2018 to Sept. 2019
Season 6: May 2018 to Dec. 2018
Season 5: Sept. 2017 to Apr. 2018
Season 4: Feb. 2017 to Sept. 2017
Season 3: July 2016 to Jan 2017
Season 1-2: June 2015 to June 2017
Past Results of the program

FAQ

About the Fujitsu Accelerator Program

What is the aim of the program?: This program’s aim is to bringing new values to the world through open innovation driven by combining Fujitsu group’s products and solution services with Startup’s technologies and products.
What businesses/business plans can apply?: Please refer to the categories themes in the application page.
What makes this program distinct?: Fujitsu’s business stakeholders are part of the program. We will explore potential business plans by exploring/leveraging the large infrastructure that Fujitsu has in place for major business expansion, together with Startups.
Do I need to be in Tokyo for the duration of the program?: There is no need to be in physically present in Tokyo.

Application

Is there a fee to apply for the program?: No costs are incurred for the program, however we do ask that you cover all logistics costs (transport/board, etc.) required as part of the interview/pitch processes.
Online interview (via Skype/Zoom) is an option. Please let us know if you would prefer this option.
Are there any restrictions to apply?: There are no restrictions to apply for this program.

Contractual agreements

How are intellectual property rights handled?: The participating company owns the intellectual rights of any new values/results created or discovered by themselves solely as part of this process. If any Fujitsu intellectual property rights are applicable to values/results created, Fujitsu intellectual property rights will remain protected while the portions/aspects developed by the participating company will remain as their own.

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The Program is for private Startups that own products and services developed by themselves. If you are interested in the program, please contact our office.