Japan Ahead: Tailor Co-founder and CEO

The video discusses Japan's startup ecosystem, highlighting government efforts to boost entrepreneurship, such as Kishida's target to increase startups tenfold. It examines past initiatives like Abenomics and Koizumi's reforms, noting the need for a robust ecosystem to support startups. The discussion covers potential reforms, including taxation and stock options, and the importance of examples in fostering a startup culture. Comparisons are made with Silicon Valley, emphasizing Japan's unique challenges and opportunities. The role of Softbank and Japan's market size are also explored, identifying the need for more startups and acceptance of failure.

What is Kishida's target for the number of startups in Japan?

• To double the number of startups

• To increase the number of startups by 10 times

• To reduce the number of startups

• To match the number of startups in the US

Which past Japanese Prime Minister's era is mentioned as having supported the startup scene?

• Prime Minister Suga

• Prime Minister Koizumi

• Prime Minister Abe

• Prime Minister Noda

What is one suggested reform to help boost startups in Japan?

• Ban foreign investments

• Change stock options regulations

• Reduce corporate taxes

• Increase import tariffs

How does the speaker describe Japan's market size in relation to global success?

• Too small to be significant

• Large enough to dominate globally

• In a Goldilocks zone, not too big or too small

• The largest in Asia

What is the role of Softbank's Vision Fund in Japan's startup ecosystem?

• It is a government-owned fund

• It focuses on international investments

• It only invests in non-tech sectors

• It heavily invests in domestic startups

What is a key cultural change suggested to encourage more startups in Japan?

• Limiting foreign influence

• Increasing government control

• Accepting more failures

• Reducing educational standards

Which countries are mentioned as competitors to Japan in the startup ecosystem?

• South Korea and Germany

• Russia and Canada

• India and Brazil

• Australia and New Zealand