Harnessing Hong Kong: A Seminar on Expanding Your Business to Asia for Startups and Content Creators

Hong Kong as a Gateway to Asia

On June 12, the Digital Content Association of Japan (DCAJ) will host a compelling seminar titled "Harnessing Hong Kong: A Seminar on Expanding Your Business to Asia for Startups and Content Creators." This event aims to support Japanese content firms and startups in their quest for overseas expansion through collaboration with Invest Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council.

Overview of the Event

Hong Kong continues to gain recognition as a major hub for startups and an ideal gateway to the Asian market. The seminar will cover a variety of crucial topics, including the current startup ecosystem in Hong Kong, various subsidies that strongly support overseas ventures, case studies of successful business expansions into Asia through Hong Kong, and the latest trends in the rapidly evolving AI and content industries.

Entrepreneurs and firms in the content and AI sectors aiming for global expansion are strongly encouraged to attend.

Event Details

- Title: Harnessing Hong Kong: A Seminar on Expanding Your Business to Asia for Startups and Content Creators
- Date: June 12, 2026 (Friday) 16:00 - 17:30
- Registration: Opens at 15:40
- Venue: Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, 30-1 Sanbancho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
- Format: In-person event
- Participation Fee: Free (Advance registration required)
- Language: Japanese
- Capacity: 40 participants (Registration will close once full.)

Co-hosts

- DCAJ
- Invest Hong Kong
- Hong Kong Trade Development Council

Program Highlights

Session 1: Mastering Hong Kong - Learning from Support Systems and Success Stories

- Time: 16:00 - 16:20
- Speaker: Asuka Honda, Deputy Director of Invest Hong Kong

In this session, participants will gain insights into the current state of the startup ecosystem in Hong Kong. Specific focus will be on the attractive incentives and subsidy programs aimed at attracting overseas companies. Real-life success stories of companies utilizing these support systems will also be shared.

Session 2: Special Lecture - Case Studies on How to Utilize Hong Kong

- Time: 16:20 - 16:30
- Guest Speaker: Hitoshi Matsumoto, CSO of Humanity Vision Inc.

Matsumoto will share valuable experiences from launching a business in Hong Kong and expanding it globally, including unique local know-how on effective market engagement.

Session 3: Latest Trends and Opportunities in the Hong Kong Content Industry

- Time: 16:30 - 16:45
- Speaker: Ai Ka Chiu, Marketing Assistant at Hong Kong Trade Development Council

This session will delve into the historical background of the content industry in Hong Kong, recent market transformations due to digital shifts, and emerging trends. Specific opportunities and strategies for Japanese companies looking to use Hong Kong as a platform for expansion into Asia and globally will be presented.

Networking Session

- Time: 16:45 - 17:30

Following the sessions, attendees will have the opportunity to exchange business cards and network with both attendees and speakers. This is an ideal time to forge new business partnerships and share insights.

Who Should Attend?

- Entrepreneurs and startups considering expansion into the Asian and global markets.
- Digital content companies involved in Web3, AI, metaverse, anime, and gaming sectors.
- Those interested in the latest information on government support and subsidy schemes in Hong Kong.
- Business professionals who are already engaging in overseas expansion and are looking for new targets or hubs.

Registration

Advance registration can be completed through the following link: Register Here

Your personal information provided during registration will be shared only among the event organizers and co-organizers, with no disclosures to third parties.