Tokyo Metropolitan Government Recruiting 2nd Cohort for 'Modern Tokiwa-so' Entrepreneurship Program
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government's Animator Training Support Project (operated by Tsucrea, Inc., in partnership with ABC Animation) is now recruiting the second cohort for its 'Modern Tokiwa-so' entrepreneurship program, aimed at creators looking to start businesses in the content industry.
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The Animator Training Support Project of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, hosted at the Tokyo Content Incubation Center (TCIC) and operated by Tsucrea, Inc. (HQ: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Hideki Suzuki), with ABC Animation (HQ: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Yoshifumi Mori) as a partner, is accepting applications for the second cohort of its 'Modern Tokiwa-so' entrepreneurship program. We are looking for creators aiming to start businesses with new models that create original IP using digital technology and target global expansion in the anime and manga industry.
■ Program Overview
Throughout the 9-month program, participants will receive comprehensive support, including training in digital production skills from dedicated instructors, business management and fundraising expertise, as well as assistance with market development and networking with partners and investors.
◆ Workshops (July 2026 – March 2027): Approx. 20 sessions on digital production skills, business management, and fundraising.
◆ Project Presentation (December 2026): Presentation of content created based on a common theme.
◆ Prototype Production (December 2026 – March 2027): Production of prototypes and business plans based on original IP.
◆ Prototype Showcase (March 2027): Presentation of prototypes and business plans to partners, VCs, and financial institutions.
[Application Requirements]
Eligibility: Corporations (within 10 years of founding) or sole proprietorships conducting anime/manga-related business in Tokyo, or individuals planning to start such a business in Tokyo.
Application Period: April 22, 2026 – May 31, 2026.
■ Program Overview
Throughout the 9-month program, participants will receive comprehensive support, including training in digital production skills from dedicated instructors, business management and fundraising expertise, as well as assistance with market development and networking with partners and investors.
◆ Workshops (July 2026 – March 2027): Approx. 20 sessions on digital production skills, business management, and fundraising.
◆ Project Presentation (December 2026): Presentation of content created based on a common theme.
◆ Prototype Production (December 2026 – March 2027): Production of prototypes and business plans based on original IP.
◆ Prototype Showcase (March 2027): Presentation of prototypes and business plans to partners, VCs, and financial institutions.
[Application Requirements]
Eligibility: Corporations (within 10 years of founding) or sole proprietorships conducting anime/manga-related business in Tokyo, or individuals planning to start such a business in Tokyo.
Application Period: April 22, 2026 – May 31, 2026.
FAQ
Is there a fee for participating in the program?
There is no information about costs in the press release. Please check the official website for details.
Can individual business owners apply?
Yes, individual business owners conducting business in Tokyo or planning to launch a business in Tokyo are eligible.
Can non-residents of Japan apply?
The eligibility requires conducting business or planning to launch a business in Tokyo, Japan.