At HFX, we connect pioneering startups from Japan and around the world with Hokkaido Ballpark F Village, local municipalities, and partner companies. We support the growth of start-ups that solve local problems and improve the attractiveness of the F-Village town and surrounding areas.
Scrum Ventures will assess investment opportunities based on each company's funding timeline. In addition, other venture capitalists and investors are anticipated to join key events like Demo Day. Through HFX, additional fundraising opportunities will also be provided.
With the cooperation of companies, municipalities, resource partners, and mentors, a support structure for speedy demonstration and implementation has been established within the region.
Businesses created through HFX will have opportunities to present their achievements to various media through the Demo Day event.
By leveraging the network of Scrum Ventures Group, municipal partners, resource partners, and others, we aspire to facilitate the expansion of business services throughout Hokkaido, across Japan, and ultimately to the world.
Program schedule and contents to be revealed and explained through online meetings.
HFX all member kick-off event will be held in Hokkaido.
Business mentoring, including connecting startups with partners and local authorities to commercialise business, and funding opportunities will be provided.
PR opportunity through company pitch and achievements announcement at Demo Day.
Business support is provided for Portfolio companies from the selected year. Portfolio companies will be invited to following year events.
HFX is looking for startups to take on the challenge of open innovation in the following 5 categories.
Digitalization solutions for stadiums, including ticketing, payment, sensors, security, and analytics
Various agri-tech solutions for the food chain, including digitalization of the local food industry.
Services for micro mobility, EVs, software, and infrastructure to address regional mobility issues.
Introduction of technologies in renewable energy, sustainable materials, food, agriculture, and other areas.
Solutions in healthcare, nutrition, senior care, and inclusive tech to enhance resident well-being.
