HerRise Workshop / Open Day | 女性起業家のための実践プログラム【HerRise Step 1】
Jun 18 @ 09:00 - 21:00 JST
A Practical Program for Women Entrepreneurs Aiming to Expand in Japan
Organized By: Shibuya City
Run by: Startup Lady
【Event Announcement】
HerRise Program｜STEP 1: Mindset Building for Women Entrepreneurs
Date: Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Time:
Mentor open hour: 9:00–18:00
Workshop: 18:30–20:30
※Office hours with startup professionals. Get individualized mentorship, coaching, and support from various experts on a variety of themes.
Format: Hybrid (In-person & Online)
Fee: Free (Pre-registration required / limited in-person seats)
Launching a Practical, Year-Round Workshop Series for Women Entrepreneurs Aiming for Japan Success
HerRise is a highly practical, action-driven program designed for women entrepreneurs and startup founders looking to expand into Japan and beyond. This is not just about gaining knowledge—it's about learning by doing, and immediately applying it to your business.
On June 18th, we will kick off this year-long program with STEP 1: "Mindset Building for Women Entrepreneurs" with an optional Open Hour.
In this interactive workshop, participants will explore fundamental questions such as:
What does it mean to be an entrepreneur?
What is the true nature of management?
Through lively discussions and diverse perspectives, you will build a strong personal and entrepreneurial foundation, preparing yourself for future growth and challenges.
【Time Line】
9:00–18:00 Office hours with professionals. Get individualized mentorship, coaching, and support from various experts on a variety of themes.
18:30–20:30 Main Workshop (simultaneous in-person & online session)
20:30–21:00 Networking (optional)
【Program Highlights】
Hands-on learning: Practical workshops that focus on real-world application
Comprehensive 1-year structure: Six progressive steps to strengthen your business (drop-in participation allowed)
Community building: Grow alongside like-minded entrepreneurs
Expert-led sessions: Learn directly from seasoned professionals and practitioners
【Upcoming Steps】
STEP 2｜Mastering Funding: Practical Guide to Grants and Subsidies (16th July 2025)
STEP 3｜Sharpening Your Story: PR & Marketing Essentials (24th September 2025)
STEP 4｜Facing Investors: Investment Mindset & Pitch Practice (26th November 2025)
STEP 5｜Sales & Contracts: Practical Guide to Building Trust and Closing Deals (21th January 2026)
Women Entrepreneur Partner Matching (TBD name) event (3rd or 4th week of Feb)
STEP 6｜Learning from Real Stories: Entrepreneurial Trial & Error Case Studies (18th March 2026)
Each step is designed to equip you with skills you can immediately put into action. While you can join each session individually, continuous participation is strongly encouraged to maximize growth and community engagement.
[Eligibility for In-Person Participation]
Women entrepreneurs or all- gendered members of Shibuya Startup are welcome
Individuals or businesses registered in Japan (or planning registration within one year)
Proficient in Japanese or English at a business level
Ventures founded within the past ~10 years (flexible depending on applicant numbers)
Willingness to participate continuously and agreement to program policies
[Eligibility for Online Participation]
Women entrepreneurs or international founders.
Students or professionals interested in starting a business (observer participation possible)
Proficient in Japanese or English at a business level
Agreement with the program’s terms of use (e.g., no recording, privacy policy)
【How to Apply】
In-person participants must register in advance via the Google Form.
Online participants do not need to register via the form.
After registration, your participation will be confirmed upon receiving an approval email from the program office.
Seats are limited and registration may close early once capacity is reached.
Priority is given to those who wish to join the entire program series.
🔗 Apply here
Take your first step as a global entrepreneur—start with us.
We look forward to welcoming you!
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Picture Credit: Yamato
Organized by: Shibuya City
Operated by: STARTUP LADY ORG
Location
Shibuya Startup Support
Japan, 〒150-0011 Tokyo, Shibuya, Higashi, 1-chōme−29−３ 渋谷Bridge B棟