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Scout startups in Sapporo
Learn where early startup activity happens in Sapporo and how to turn local context into a stronger scouting practice.
- Country
- Japan
- Population
- 1,973,832
- Time zone
- Asia/Tokyo
Startup ecosystem standing
Where Sapporo ranks
| Ranking | Edition | Position | Since last edition | Trust | What it measures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Global Startup Ecosystem Index (cities) | 2025 | #553 | No prior edition | B | Ecosystem, Activity, Finance, Business Climate |
1 organization with a profile
Who's based in Sapporo
Incubators 1
IncubatorBased here, most-ranked first
Universities in Sapporo
UniversityListed in 2 rankings
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Raising in Sapporo
Investors based here, and the programs that take teams at your stage.
Founder toolsFinding startups in Sapporo
Accelerators and incubators here see the earliest teams first.
Explore dealflowScouting in Sapporo
Campuses and communities are where teams form before anyone funds them.
Become a scoutQuestions about Sapporo
How does Sapporo rank as a startup ecosystem?
Its best position is #553 in StartupBlink Index (cities) (2025).
Are there accelerators or incubators in Sapporo?
Yes. Superscout lists 1 incubator based there, including SAPPORO Incubation Hub DRIVE.
Which universities in Sapporo are on Superscout?
One university has a profile: Hokkaido University.
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