ACCELERATING INNOVATION AND IMPACT

Japan-backed program for Indonesian startups – Fast-track your business with hands-on training and global exposure. Demo days in Jakarta and Japan await!

Open Application : Tuesday, Oct 8th 2024
Closed Application: Monday, Nov 4th, 2024
The NINJA 2024 program has concluded, and the impact report is almost here—prepare to dive into the results that will drive the next phase!

OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED:
COHORTS IMPACT REPORTS 🚀

WHAT EXCITING ACTIVITIES WERE HAPPENING?

DISCOVER THE EXCITEMENT OF THE OFFLINE ACTIVITIES


HIGHLIGHT FROM
THE MENTORING SESSION!

We wrapped up the mentoring session, gaining invaluable insights from expert mentors. Key takeaways included learning about impact from Lishia Erza Budiman, exploring Japanese culture with Mariko Asmara, and mastering the art of pitching with the Selaksa Team. This knowledge is helping our cohorts prepare for the upcoming Demo Day in Jakarta and Japan in February 2025. A big thank you to our mentors for empowering our participants with the tools for success!

Who are behind these insightful sessions?


HIGHLIGHT FROM
THE FUNDRAISING MENTORING SESSION!

In early January, we continued our mentoring journey with a focus on fundraising. Expert mentors shared valuable insights and strategies, helping participants navigate the fundraising process and providing them with the knowledge and tools needed to secure funding for their ventures.

Who are behind these insightful sessions?


HIGHLIGHT FROM
THE BUSINESS MENTORING SESSION!

We officially kicked off the mentoring sessions in December, focusing on business mentoring, with expert mentors guiding each cohort through key business topics.

This early January, we have continued our mentoring journey with a focus on fundraising, providing valuable insights and strategies to help cohorts excel in securing funding.

Who are behind these insightful sessions?

THE 10 FINALISTS ARE HERE!

ABOUT NINJA ACCELERATOR

NINJA (Next INnovation with JApan) Accelerator Program offers a unique chance for Indonesian startups to scale their businesses and make a lasting impact.

Join a Selective Initiative

Now in its 4th year, this highly selective program is designed to help you build business partnerships in Japan, secure financial support, and connect with curated investors for firsthand networking opportunities.

This program is powered by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and ANGIN as the implementing partner.

What You’ll Gain

  • Tailored Mentoring: Personalized guidance on business growth and fundraising strategies.
  • In-Depth Training: Refine your pitch for international investors.
  • Strategic Networking: Connect with Japanese investors and corporates.
  • Extensive Exposure: Engage with Indonesia’s leading investors and decision-makers.
  • Hands-On Guidance: Assistance in creating and publishing your impact report.
  • NINJA Alumni Community: Share experiences and grow together with fellow alumni.

What You’ll Gain

  • Tailored Mentoring: Personalized guidance on business growth and fundraising strategies.
  • In-Depth Training: Refine your pitch for international investors.
  • Strategic Networking: Connect with Japanese investors and corporates.
  • Extensive Exposure: Engage with Indonesia’s leading investors and decision-makers.
  • Hands-On Guidance: Assistance in creating and publishing your impact report.
  • NINJA Alumni Community: Share experiences and grow together with fellow alumni.

Exclusive Investor and Growth Opportunities

NINJA opens its doors to a handpicked group of investors through exclusive Demo Days in Japan and Jakarta, fostering meaningful collaborations.

Tap into the remarkable opportunities within the NINJA program, where your business is guided by seasoned mentors in a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem designed for growth!

We are Keen to See

Solutions for problems in at least one of these key areas:

*The problems above are the problems we prioritize. We are still open for other solutions providers as long as it's still within the key areas.

What are The Resources Available For You?

Who Are We Looking For?

We are looking for companies who meet all these following qualifications :

Key Activities

Tailored mentoring sessions

with seasoned entrepreneurs as mentora

Impact report
making

with guidance from experts and ANGIN Team

See examples from last year's cohort here: bit.ly/ViewANGINImpactReports

Demo day in Jakarta and Japan

inviting 100+ investors

What to Prepare

*Important Notes: Ensure each section is included in your pitch deck, we want to see your efforts and get to know you!

Timeline

We are looking for companies who meet all these following qualifications :

Check out what happened last year!

Our Cohorts of 2023, 2022 & 2021

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What the Cohorts of NINJA 2023 had to say

DoctorTool

The choice of mentors based on the diagnostic call was excellent, and the learnings were immediately applicable to our fundraising process. I personally expect the mentorship program to be quite general, especially because the sessions were conducted online. However, I was pleasantly surprised to discover that online sessions accommodated interactive screen sharing and in-depth discussions with our mentors.

Hear Me

Throughout NINJA’s journey, several key learnings have emerged that have significantly influenced our growth and strategy. One pivotal lesson has been the importance of creating an impact report, which not only helps us measure our progress but also enhances our transparency and accountability to stakeholders. Perhaps the most valuable aspect of our journey has been the networking opportunities afforded to us, notably during demo day sessions held in Indonesia and Japan. Additionally, the meetings arranged by organizations like JICA and Angin have provided us with unique access to key stakeholders in Japan, further expanding our reach and potential impact. Overall, NINJA’s journey has been rich with insights, connections, and growth opportunities that continue to shape Hear Me’s trajectory towards achieving its mission.

Parakerja

We learned a lot of things. From business analysis, how to win a market, and how to get fundraising. I love how the mentor really does the mentoring because we had a nice discussion, and explored our weaknesses and came up with ideas and solutions to fix those. I love the ambience and spirit of those young people from JICA and ANGIN.

What the Cohorts of NINJA 2022 had to say

Bell Living Lab

JICA NINJA Project is an amazing and helpful program for startups! The quality of the accelerator, the sincerity of the mentors, the discussion and the support, and the new connections that they’re trying to build were excellent. It also helped us both with client engagement and investor readiness. Along the way, we have built a great network with other startups and potential partners and collaborators in Japan. The experience gained on the JICA NINJA Project is something I will forever be grateful for!

CarbonEthics

The event is very enriching! I had the insights from both investor & founder perspective about what to expect and focus on in 2023. And most importantly, it’s such a valuable opportunity to meet the Japanese stakeholders in Jakarta, so I get insights on what to highlight during the Demo Day in Japan.

Surplus Indonesia

I think the JICA NINJA Accelerator Demo Day in Japan is impressive, especially for early-stage startups since it provides networking opportunities that connect us with potential investors, business partners, and other stakeholders that we would not otherwise be able to meet. We hope that this program will be a sustainable one that assists many early-stage startups that need to grow their businesses in Indonesia. As early-stage startups, we really need this Demo Day in Japan because it will help us capture business growth and corporate strategy. Thank you to JICA for providing the opportunity.

What the Cohorts of NINJA 2021 had to say

Read more about the Cohorts of NINJA 2021

www.jica.go.jp/Resource/indonesia/english/office/topics/211123.html