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Ambitious Businesses Aiming to Grow
The startups selected by the SBIR Program, are eager to expand into international markets and attract global investment.
Discover businesses developing advanced technologies for real-world implementation, with strong high-growth potential through Japan’s SBIR Program!
The SBIR Program identifies topics that require the research and development of technologies capable of addressing social issues or meeting government procurement needs, while also having the potential to create entirely new markets.
As a result, the participating businesses develop technologies where demand in both the near and distant future are expected, increasing their likelihood of sustained growth.
A Rigorous Selection Process
Participants of the SBIR Program are expected to conduct research and development in areas that are required to fit the following 3 requirements:
Requirement
1
Areas where research and development of innovative new technologies are required
Requirement
2
Areas where technology is expected to be put to practical use in the future
Requirement
3
Areas with the potential to create new markets
Proposals are selected through a rigorous evaluation process to ensure a high potential for successful research and development.
Evaluation is conducted by third-party experts in technology, innovation, and startup support, who participate in the SBIR program as “Program Managers” (PMs).
Cabinet Office’s
SBIR Program Manager
Takashi Chris Furukawa
“The Japanese SBIR Program is one of the core policies for promoting innovation among Japanese startups and academia. In Phases 1 and 2, not only startups with recognized capabilities but also university researchers are selected, and they work to address social issues based on their own advanced research.
Meanwhile, selection for Phase 3 marks a major milestone for late-stage startups that accelerates their growth because funding in this phase has a significant positive impact on startups’ finances. As many of Japanese leading deep-tech startups are selected for Phase 3, the SBIR Program serves as a gateway for you to Japan’s most promising innovators and cutting-edge technologies.”
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Business Growth Through the SBIR Program
Through funding and support provided by the SBIR Program, participants are expected to not only develop technological solutions, but to establish and grow their businesses as well.
For Phase 3 of the SBIR Program
Budget Allocated
Over
200
billion yen(FY2022)
Examples of Expected Goals*
Sales of over
×
8
of funding amount**
*specific goals differ depending on topic
**within 5 years after project completion
Over
10
%
of market share**
Proposals Accepted
Over
100
proposals accepted
Discover Innovative Japanese Businesses!
Connect with us to find out more about the SBIR Program and to partner with Japanese businesses developing innovative technologies:
Contact us at
Innovation Promotion Division
Secretariat of Science, Technology and Innovation Policy
Cabinet Office
E-mail：sbir_csti.k3z[at].cao.go.jp
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