KSP

What is KSP?

KSP, also known as Kanagawa Science Park, is Japan's first urban science park and one of the largest in the country. They focus on the incubation of R&D startups and innovators who are developing new technologies and businesses.

Their aim is to co-create the future of businesses by leveraging technology.

Based approximately 20 minutes from central Tokyo, KSP is strategically located in an area with a high concentration of sophisticated companies and research institutes. The park offers a comprehensive range of services designed to promote early commercialization and business development.

KSP's services include business incubation, venture investment funds, business matching, a business school, acceleration programs, and biotech support services. They support human and technology development by providing high-quality services tailored to advanced technology firms and excellent business models.

With a commitment to nurturing the growth of R&D-based companies, KSP serves as a place where companies can start, grow, gather, and interact.

The science park also supports various events and training programs, such as the Steinbeis University's SHB MBE (Master of Business and Engineering) Japan Training Program, and facilitates international collaboration, as evidenced by visits from foreign agencies such as Indonesia's BPPT (Agency for the Assessment and Application of Technology) and Thailand's NSTDA (National Science and Technology Development Agency).

KSP employs around 3,400 people and spans an area of approximately 55,000 square meters.