Asilla Selected for JETRO 'J-StarX' Entrepreneur Training Program 'Europe Long-term Program (France)'
AI startup Asilla has been chosen for JETRO's J-StarX France dispatch program, aiming to accelerate European expansion from Station F in Paris.
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Asilla, Inc. (Machida, Tokyo; CEO Go Ogami), a company dedicated to creating a safe and comfortable world through technology, has been selected for the 'Europe Long-term Program (France)' under the 'J-StarX' overseas entrepreneur training program organized by the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO).
Through this program, Asilla will leverage long-term residency at Station F, the world's largest incubation facility in Paris, and various support mechanisms to expand sales channels and build local partnerships in the European market.
## Background and Objectives
Asilla has deployed its AI security system 'AI Security asilla,' powered by behavior recognition technology, to over 200 locations in Japan, including commercial facilities, public transportation, and office buildings. Recognizing that issues like security labor shortages and the need for advanced facility management are global challenges, Asilla sees high affinity for its solutions in Europe, where interest in public safety and digital transformation (DX) using existing infrastructure is growing.
The company is already in talks with multiple European enterprises across transportation, retail, facility management, and system integration. This program will facilitate pitch opportunities to accelerate these discussions and solidify local partnerships.
## Program Structure
The 'Europe Long-term Program (France)' is a tailor-made initiative in collaboration with Incubateur HEC Paris. It aims to help companies build the mindset, skills, and relationships necessary for European entry, including fundraising. Asilla is one of 10 companies selected this year.
The program consists of four phases:
1. Online Preparatory Program (April 27 – May 22, 2026)
2. Local Residency at Station F (May 25 – July 25, 2026, max)
3. Local Demo Day / Showcase (June 8, 2026)
4. VivaTechnology 2026 Side Event (June 17–20, 2026)
As a Japanese AI startup, Asilla aims to showcase its solutions for facility safety and operational optimization through behavior recognition AI, establishing a long-term business foundation in the European market.
Through this program, Asilla will leverage long-term residency at Station F, the world's largest incubation facility in Paris, and various support mechanisms to expand sales channels and build local partnerships in the European market.
## Background and Objectives
Asilla has deployed its AI security system 'AI Security asilla,' powered by behavior recognition technology, to over 200 locations in Japan, including commercial facilities, public transportation, and office buildings. Recognizing that issues like security labor shortages and the need for advanced facility management are global challenges, Asilla sees high affinity for its solutions in Europe, where interest in public safety and digital transformation (DX) using existing infrastructure is growing.
The company is already in talks with multiple European enterprises across transportation, retail, facility management, and system integration. This program will facilitate pitch opportunities to accelerate these discussions and solidify local partnerships.
## Program Structure
The 'Europe Long-term Program (France)' is a tailor-made initiative in collaboration with Incubateur HEC Paris. It aims to help companies build the mindset, skills, and relationships necessary for European entry, including fundraising. Asilla is one of 10 companies selected this year.
The program consists of four phases:
1. Online Preparatory Program (April 27 – May 22, 2026)
2. Local Residency at Station F (May 25 – July 25, 2026, max)
3. Local Demo Day / Showcase (June 8, 2026)
4. VivaTechnology 2026 Side Event (June 17–20, 2026)
As a Japanese AI startup, Asilla aims to showcase its solutions for facility safety and operational optimization through behavior recognition AI, establishing a long-term business foundation in the European market.
FAQ
アジラが採択されたプログラムは何ですか？
独立行政法人日本貿易振興機構（JETRO）が主催する海外起業家育成プログラム「J-StarX」の「Europe Long-term Program (France)」です。
プログラムの活動拠点はどこですか？
フランス・パリに位置する世界最大級のスタートアップ・キャンパス「Station F」です。
欧州進出の狙いは何ですか？
既設の防犯カメラを活用できる自社AIソリューションの親和性を活かし、欧州での販路拡大と現地パートナーシップを構築することです。
プログラムの具体的なスケジュールは？
2026年4月下旬からのオンライン準備を経て、5月25日から最長7月25日まで現地に滞在し、6月にはピッチイベントやVivaTechへの参加が予定されています。
アジラの主力製品「asilla」の国内実績は？
商業施設やオフィスビルなど、国内で200拠点を超える導入実績があります。