ICT Startup & Entrepreneur Center, Kanazawa ISEK
Supporting students, researchers, and entrepreneurs to turn innovative ICT ideas into real-world startups.
About ISEK
The ICT Startup & Entrepreneur Center (ISEK) at International College of Technology, Kanazawa (KOSEN) provides support for early-stage innovators who want to transform their ideas into impactful ventures. We offer mentoring, networking opportunities, and practical resources to help you move from concept to prototype and beyond. International College of Technology, Kanazawa (KOSEN) is an affiliated (sister) school of Kanazawa Institute of Technology (KIT).
Programs & Support
We provide a range of programs and resources designed to support you at every stage of your entrepreneurial journey.
Startup & Incubation Programs
Workshops and practical support to help you validate your idea, build a business model, and move into early incubation.
Mentoring
One‑to‑one and small‑group mentoring with faculty members, alumni, and external experts.
Collaboration Opportunities
Connect with local and global companies, researchers, and public institutions.
ICT Startup Competition
Do you have an ICT idea you want to try out? Our ICT Startup Competition is a fun, welcoming space where students, researchers, and entrepreneurs can pitch their innovative ICT ideas. You’ll get helpful feedback from experienced experts, chances to meet potential partners, and the opportunity to win support to keep growing your project.
First-round screening sign-ups are open now until June 30, 23:59 (midnight) Japan time.
The next 4th ICT Startup Competition, themed “Innovate, Build, Impact”, will be held on Friday 19 February 2027 at KIT Innovation Hall (Building 12, 4th floor).
Language: English (Japanese interpretation provided in main sessions).
News & Announcements
Stay up to date with the latest events, workshops, and opportunities from ISEK.
- 4th ICT Startup Competition “Innovate, Build, Impact” – first round sign-up is open now. Deadline: June 30, 23:59 (Japan time). Register here.
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Partners
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Partners
We are proud to collaborate with organizations that empower the startup ecosystem in Kanazawa and beyond, providing mentorship, funding, and networks that help innovative teams grow.
Contact & Access
Have questions or want to get involved? Reach out to the ICT Startup & Entrepreneur Center, Kanazawa ISEK. We welcome students, researchers, entrepreneurs, and partners who are interested in innovation and startups.
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