Launch of 'Okayama 1000': An Atotsugi Support Ecosystem

Setouchi and Co., Ltd. (Location: Heiwacho, Kita-ku, Okayama City; Representatives: Keiichiro Fujita, Kuniaki Yamada) will start 'Okayama 1000' in Okayama Prefecture, the first area for the 'Yonnana 1000 (Yonnana Thousand)' project promoted by the Venture-Type Business Succession Association, in order to support business succession and the challenges of next-generation managers (Atotsugi) in the region. This is in collaboration with Chugoku Bank, Ltd. and the Kibi Open Innovation Association (KOIA).

▼Yonnana 1000 (Yonnana Thousand) https://yonnana.jp/

What is 'Okayama 1000'

'Okayama 1000' is a program launched in Okayama Prefecture as the first step of the 'Yonnana 1000' project, which aims to produce 1,000 Atotsugi ventures in each of the 47 prefectures nationwide. Centered on a local community formed based on the 'Collaboration Agreement on Atotsugi Support' concluded on May 27, 2025, it aims to build an Atotsugi venture support ecosystem rooted in the region.

▼Okayama 1000 (Okayama Thousand) Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/okayama1000

Facebook Group The community uses a Facebook group.

Activities of 'Okayama 1000'

- Collaborative operation of entrusted projects related to local government policies that support the challenges of Atotsugi. - Collaborative projects on the platform promoted by the Venture-Type Business Succession Association. - Operation of and speaking at related events.

What is an Atotsugi Venture — '3 Growth Styles' Creating the Region's Future

- Local Prominent Family Type: Steadily expanding scale while supporting local employment and industry. - Niche Specialized Type: Balancing profitability and scalability with a niche strategy or one-of-a-kind offering. - IPO Type: Aiming to expand business with a sense of speed by utilizing financing.

Future Prospects

Through this program, we aim to form a network among local Atotsugi, create new contact points between Atotsugi and local companies, share knowledge with other regions, and establish a support model optimized for Okayama.

[Inquiries regarding this matter] ◆ Okayama 1000 Secretariat: Setouchi and Co., Ltd. Contact: Keiichiro Fujita [email protected]

About Setouchi and Co., Ltd.

Setouchi and Co., Ltd. is building a loose conglomerate in the Setouchi area.

Centered around the video media 'Setofura', we are aiming for a 'loose federation' connected before you know it, through 'PROJECT ORANGE', a gathering place for next-generation entrepreneurs and creators, 'Setouchi VC', which invests in startups, and 'Empathy Investment', which invests in Atotsugi and local zebras.

Company Profile Company Name: Setouchi and Co., Ltd. Representatives: Keiichiro Fujita, Kuniaki Yamada Location: Heiwacho, Kita-ku, Okayama City URL: https://setouchi.vc/ Email: [email protected]