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CIC Fukuoka Opens in Fukuoka City, Japan

On April 24, 2025, the Cambridge Innovation Center (CIC) announced the official opening of CIC Fukuoka, its second location in Asia and tenth globally. Located in the bustling heart of Fukuoka, this new center aims to bolster the next wave of startups emerging from the region and provide a launchpad for innovation to reach a global audience.

Known as a rapidly growing hub for startups, Fukuoka is now recognized as a prime location for businesses looking to enter the Japanese market. With the establishment of CIC Fukuoka, the center not only expands its footprint in the country but also enhances its mission of supporting entrepreneurship across the globe.

A Vision for Innovation

Kuniaki Shimizu, the General Manager of CIC Fukuoka, expressed his excitement for the opening day, highlighting the significance of supporting innovative ventures from regional backgrounds. He remarked, "The establishment of CIC Fukuoka is a monumental step forward in promoting innovation that can soar from local cities to the world stage. Fukuoka’s evolving startup ecosystem is ripe for growth and collaboration, and we aim to accelerate the challenges faced by next-generation startups."

Facilities and Community

CIC Fukuoka is situated on the 7th floor of the ONE FUKUOKA building in Tenjin, accommodating up to 250 companies and organizations within a vast, flexible workspace environment. In addition to the open office layouts, residents have access to a range of shared spaces, amenities, and a fully equipped gym, fostering a balance between work and health. The center is designed to inspire creativity, featuring art installations from local artists throughout the facility.

The innovation community at CIC Fukuoka is set to involve startups, investors, large corporations, government bodies, and academic institutions, creating a network that propels business development and global expansion. With plans to attract overseas startups looking to venture into Japan, CIC Fukuoka is poised to become a nexus for international collaboration.

Supporting Local and Global Initiatives

Situated in Fukuoka Prefecture, known for its impressive economic growth rates, CIC Fukuoka aims to accelerate the pace of local innovation. This initiative is critical in cultivating an ecosystem that supports startups as they scale operations and venture into the international arena. With access to shared resources and strategic networking opportunities, CIC Fukuoka is primed to facilitate the growth of diverse entrepreneurial endeavors.

About CIC

Founded in 1999 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, CIC has grown to become a global leader in the innovation sector, operating over 90,000 square meters of shared workspace, wet labs, and event spaces across the United States, Europe, and Asia. Through its comprehensive support for startups, CIC contributes to solving local challenges while also addressing global issues across a broad spectrum of industries.

For more information, potential occupants can reach out through the CIC Fukuoka contact page at CIC Fukuoka Contact.

As CIC Fukuoka sets its sights on forging impactful partnerships and nurturing the next generation of innovators, it stands as a testament to the potential of Fukuoka as a launching point for ambitious startups looking to make their mark on the world.