Fukuoka City Unveils Full Program for “Colive Fukuoka 2025”
Ten-day initiative highlights solopreneurs, AI-driven startups, and cultural immersion
FUKUOKA, JAPAN — September 5, 2025 — Fukuoka City, in collaboration with yugyo Inc., today announced the complete program for Colive Fukuoka 2025, a ten-day coliving and community experience designed to spotlight the rise of solopreneurs in the AI era. The event will run from October 1–10, 2025, blending entrepreneurial insights with Japanese cultural values and global networking opportunities.
Solopreneurs in the AI Era
With remote work and artificial intelligence reshaping business models, a new type of entrepreneur is emerging: the solopreneur. Enabled by AI tools, individuals can now launch ventures with the potential to scale globally. Recent examples include student-led startups built in under two hours and micro-teams acquired for millions.
“Once, scale meant headcount. Today, it’s about the agility of small, AI-powered teams,” noted organizers, pointing to research from The Economist and Harvard’s generative AI practicums.
Why Fukuoka?
Since 2012, Fukuoka City has prioritized startups as part of its growth agenda. It became Japan’s first city to issue a “Startup Visa” in 2019 and continues to position itself as “Asia’s Gateway City.” Beyond infrastructure, Fukuoka offers an environment solopreneurs value: accessibility, natural beauty, global connectivity, and a welcoming community.
Program Highlights
- Colive Fukuoka Summit (Oct 1–3): Keynotes include “Future Perspectives from Buddhism” by Jukkai Nishiyama, a talk on Ikigai by elderly entrepreneurs, and a session on women’s empowerment led by Ikumi Yoshimatsu, Miss International winner.
- Synapse Festival (Oct 4–5): A cultural and music event on Noko Island, fostering cross-cultural exchange in an intimate setting.
- Business Growth Sessions (Oct 6–9):
- RAMEN TECH (Oct 8–9), West Japan’s leading startup conference, featuring global pitches and networking.
- Nomad University (Oct 7), bridging research and practice on digital nomadism.
- Property Tours and Cultural Immersion experiences, including coworking at hot-spring sites and a sake brewery visit.
- Social Impact Day (Oct 9), hosted with Catalyst Now, exploring entrepreneurship beyond economic metrics.
- Closing Keynote (Oct 10): Delivered by Ken Honda, bestselling author and “Zen Millionaire,” emphasizing success, freedom, and mindful living.
Participation & Partnerships
Colive Fukuoka 2025 offers flexible access — from free single sessions to a bundled 10-day pass (€627). Sponsorship and media partnership opportunities remain open, with international press invited.
For more details and applications, visit: colivefukuoka.com
