Fukuoka Builders Coliving | 10 Days at Colive Fukuoka + 4 Days in regional towns

Sep 30, 2026 – Oct 14, 2026

Fukuoka

Fukuoka Growth Next 施設見学ツアー / Fukuoka Growth Next Facility Tour

Oct 7, 2026 – Oct 8, 2026

Fukuoka Growth Next, 2-chōme-6-11 Daimyō, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka, 810-0041, Japan

A side event of RAMEN TECH 2026, held alongside RAMEN TECH Global Summit 2026: a 30-minute guided tour of Fukuoka Growth Next (FGN), Fukuoka City's public-private startup support hub.Led by FGN staff, the tour visits the Startup Cafe, event space, coworking space, and the 2F office floor, followed by a short slide presentation in a meeting room on FGN's activities and startup support in Fukuoka.This tour is free of charge. Drop by before the Summit starts or during the lunch break—FGN is just a short walk from the Summit venue, Daimyo Conference.Date & Time- Wed, Oct 7: 11:00–11:30- Thu, Oct 8: 12:30–13:00The program is the same on both days. Please join whichever day is convenient for you.Meeting Point Fukuoka Growth Next, 1F ReceptionProgram- FGN facility tour (Startup Cafe, event space, coworking space, 2F office floor)- Introduction to FGN and its activitiesThe tour will be conducted in Japanese, with real-time text translation available on your smartphone.On Fri, Oct 9, we will also host the "Fukuoka Startup Site Visit Tour 2026," visiting Fukuoka's startup support hubs—FiaS, FGN, FIL Tenjin, CIC Fukuoka, and F-Lab Kyushu University Hospital—in a single day. If you are interested in seeing other hubs as well, please check the link below.https://sitevisit2026.growth-next.com/About Fukuoka Growth NextFukuoka Growth Next (FGN) is a public-private startup support facility for startups with ideas to create a better future. Since opening on April 12, 2017, FGN has contributed to job creation and regional economic growth in Fukuoka City while providing continuous support to startups, earning recognition as a pioneer among startup support facilities. FGN offers a wide range of support, including startup consultation and pre-founding assistance at the Startup Cafe, incubation programs such as the STARTUP ELITE Bootcamp, the social entrepreneur development program FUKUOKA SOCIAL START UP ACADEMY, and intensive support for growth-oriented startups through the Fukuoka Growth Network and High Growth Program.https://growth-next.com/

Founder's Lounge

Oct 8, 2026

The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka, 2-chōme-6-50 Daimyō, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka, 810-0041, Japan

Colive Sunset Drinks at The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka🍸Join us for a special evening gathering at BAY, The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka, exclusively for the Colive Fukuoka community.Enjoy drinks and snacks while connecting with fellow Colive participants from around the world, all while taking in the beautiful evening atmosphere overlooking Fukuoka.It’s the perfect way to unwind after the day, meet new people, and start your evening together in one of Fukuoka’s most iconic settings.Event DetailsDates: October 6–9, 2026Time: 5:00 PM–6:30 PMVenue: BAY, The Ritz-Carlton, FukuokaIncludes: Two drinks + one snackCapacity: Up to 40 guests per day

Japan × Korea Deep Tech Pitch Arena

Oct 8, 2026

Fukuoka Innovation Lab.Tenjin, 1-chōme-10-10 Tenjin, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka, 810-0001, Japan

PARKS Global Youth Innovation Showcase

Oct 8, 2026

REC COFFEE 天神ワンビル店, Japan, 〒810-0001 Fukuoka, Chuo Ward, Tenjin, 1-chōme−11−１ ONE FUKUOKA BLDG 6階

Osaka Night by FUTRWORKS

Oct 8, 2026

春吉 たこやき射的センター 居酒屋, Japan, 〒810-0003 Fukuoka, Chuo Ward, Haruyoshi, 2-chōme−2−１１ 3F

🐙 Osaka Night in Fukuoka – Presented by FUTRWORKS! ✨ ​Get ready for an all-you-can-eat Takoyaki night hosted by FUTRWORKS(Osaka)! ​Whether you know Osaka inside out or have never visited, this event is open to everyone who wants to experience the warm, friendly, and fun vibe of Kansai! ✨​ Highlights ​✅ All-You-Can-Eat Takoyaki ​✅ Great community vibes & networking ✅ Mini-gift for all attendees (includes a FUTRWORKS Trial Pass!) ​Don't miss out on this awesome night - come hungry and leave with new friends and a taste of Osaka! 👍

OSANPO Workshop: A Japanese Practice of Walking

Oct 8, 2026 – Oct 9, 2026

lyf Tenjin Fukuoka / ONE FUKUOKA BLDG

Discover osanpo as more than a walk. In this two-part workshop, participants learn a Japanese practice of attentive wandering, then experience the city in pairs and reflect on what they noticed.* * *This page is currently a draft. The schedule, language support, participation conditions, and organizer details remain subject to confirmation.* * *OSANPO is a simple practice of walking without treating the city as a checklist. This workshop invites participants to slow down, notice details, follow curiosity, and share a route with another person.Part one introduces the concept and helps participants choose a partner and route. On the following morning, pairs will meet at ONE FUKUOKA BLDG, set out on their own walks, and regroup at REC Coffee on the sixth floor for reflection and conversation.The experience is designed for people who want to encounter Fukuoka through attention, chance, and human connection rather than a conventional guided tour.OSANPO is a two-part workshop for international and local participants. We begin indoors with a short introduction and pair exercise, then continue the following morning with a guided walk through central Fukuoka in pairs and small groups.What to expectA paired walking experience in central FukuokaA closing reflection over coffeeA small group of up to 15 participantsWho it is forPeople curious about Japanese everyday cultureDigital nomads who want a slower way to experience FukuokaAnyone interested in walking, observation, and informal connectionScheduleOctober 8 11:00 AM–12:00 PM introduction at lyf Tenjin FukuokaOctober 9 morning time to be confirmed meet at ONE FUKUOKA BLDGPaired osanpo routes.Regroup at REC Coffee ONE FUKUOKA BLDG 6F for reflectionParticipant notesWear comfortable walking shoesFood and drinks are not included unless confirmed otherwiseThe October 9 exact meeting time will be sent to registered participantsPlease purchase at least one drink per person.About the hostOSANPO and CO creates experiences centered on walking, attention, and encounters with place. A verified public biography and promotional portrait for each facilitator are still required for the final listing.

The Da Nang Community Success Story

Oct 8, 2026

lyf Tenjin Fukuoka, Japan, 〒810-0021 Fukuoka, Chuo Ward, Imaizumi, 1-chōme−2−１３ 3F

How did Da Nang grow into an active hub connecting digital nomads, expats, local professionals, and Vietnamese communities? Two of its community builders share the systems, partnerships, and participation that made it work.Da Nang has become one of Southeast Asia’s most active destinations for globally mobile professionals. In this session, Markos Korvesis and Dimitris Tselios will share the story behind the Da Nang Nomad Fest and the community activity that continues throughout the year.The discussion will cover how recurring events create belonging, how local partnerships make a community sustainable, and how nomads can move from passive attendance to active contribution. The organizers report a year-round calendar of more than 150 community events and will translate that experience into practical lessons for other destinations and community builders.What to expect• The origin and growth of the Da Nang nomad community• Lessons from creating a ten-day destination festival• How recurring events and local partnerships support continuity• Practical ideas for increasing community participation• Audience questions and community exchangeWho it is for• Digital-nomad community builders• Destination managers and local governments• Coworking and coliving operators• Nomads who want to contribute more actively to a local communityParticipant notesNo preparation is required. The session is conducted in English.About the hostsMarkos Korvesis is the founder of Nomad Career and a co-founder of Athens Nomad Fest and Da Nang Nomad Fest. Dimitris Tselios is a leadership and business strategist, founder of Nomad365, and a co-founder of the festivals.