Japan to revise investment rules for startups to woo foreign capital

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Young companies can pursue M&As in stead of IPOs to recoup investor funds

People gather at Tech Hub Yokohama, an innovation center for startups. Japan is seeking to bring its guidelines for startups and venture capital more in line with international standards. (Photo obtained by Nikkei)

MINAKO YAMASHITA, TAKUMA NAGAMORI and HAJIME TSUKADA

September 18, 2025 02:14 JST

TOKYO — Japan will amend investment guidelines for startups in an effort to attract more overseas venture capital, part of the country’s goal to foster more unicorn companies.