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How startups suddenly became “cool” in Japan (feat. Shin Takamiya of Globis Capital) | E2237

Jan 20, 2026 · 00:57:35
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  • Shin Takamiya (Globis Capital) explains how startups became 'cool' in Japan after decades of corporate dominance preference
  • Japan maintained tech leadership but lagged in founding companies; now closing the gap through cultural and policy shifts
  • Globis views competitor VC firms as collaborators; AI accelerating company building for Japanese and American founders

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