Kidou NEXT Phase 2 Launches: Accelerating Deep-Tech Social Implementation with up to 5 Million Yen Subsidy and 6 Months of Hands-on Support

Osaka Prefecture and the Osaka Industrial Bureau have launched the second phase of 'Kidou NEXT,' a support program aimed at accelerating the social implementation of cutting-edge deep-tech startups.

The program targets startups possessing innovative deep-tech, including those exhibited at the Osaka-Kansai Expo, by facilitating collaboration and pilot projects with companies that hold necessary resources for social implementation.

In Phase 2 of 'Kidou NEXT,' the program offers a subsidy of up to 5 million yen (half coverage, subject to requirements) in three priority sectors: bio/life sciences, green tech, and digital. Furthermore, the program provides six months of hands-on support from dedicated coordinators and matching opportunities with large corporations to drive business growth.

Overview: - Selection: Approx. 5 companies - Eligibility: SMEs with operations in Osaka Prefecture - Priority Sectors: Bio/Life Sciences, Green Tech, Digital - Application Deadline: June 30, 2026, 17:00 JST - Schedule: Interview selection in July 2026, mentoring from August 2026 to January 2027.