Co-Founder

2ヶ月前

Shibuya Sales Done Right
SALES DONE RIGHT JAPAN — Co-Founder Opportunity

Hi, my name is Julio — I'm based between London and Tokyo, and I'm building something meaningful for Japan.


Over the last years I've worked with Royal College of Art, Goldsmiths University, Soho House, and several creative communities helping designers, artists, and makers learn how to communicate their value with confidence — without losing their authenticity.


Now I'm bringing this vision to Japan through the Shibuya Startup Visa, and I'm looking for a Japanese co-founder who wants to build a platform that helps local creatives express themselves, speak up, share their ideas, and sell their work with confidence — in a way that feels human, gentle, and true to who they are.

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Why this matters

Many talented creatives in Japan told me the same thing:

"I have ideas, but I'm afraid to speak."
"I don't know how to communicate my value."
"I don't want to sound pushy or arrogant."

I want to build a platform that solves this.

A place where Japanese creatives can learn:

  • how to communicate clearly and confidently
  • how to talk about their work without fear
  • how to present themselves globally
  • how to connect with international clients
  • how to express their authentic voice, not a fake one
Our approach is warm, human-centered, and culturally sensitive.
No "sales tricks."
No pushiness.
Just helping people shine.

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What we have so far


  • Validated in London with sold-out workshops (Soho House, design universities, creative studios)
  • Positive traction in Tokyo (conversations with HAL, Sekaia, Globis Europe, Access to Tokyo)
  • Selected by Founder Institute Japan (global accelerator from Silicon Valley)
  • Developing a partnership with Second Nature AI for an AI-powered sales simulator — a potential game-changer
  • Preparing an MVP for Japanese users (200 early testers)
We'll be working from a coworking space in Shibuya as part of the Startup Support Program.

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Who I'm looking for


Someone who is:

  • Japanese (or deeply familiar with Japanese communication culture)
  • Warm, empathetic, organized
  • Curious about people
  • Passionate about education, creativity, or psychology
  • Excited about building something meaningful for Japan
  • Fluent in English (intermediate is ok; we grow together)
  • Ready to take ownership and co-create from Day 1
You don't need to be loud, extroverted, or "sales-like."
You just need heart, curiosity, and consistency.

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What you'll get


  • Co-Founder title
  • Significant equity (5–10% depending on involvement; fully discussed openly and respectfully)
  • A chance to build a product that will genuinely help thousands of Japanese creatives
  • A founder who deeply values emotional safety, cultural respect, and personal growth
  • A global network (London + Tokyo + Silicon Valley)
  • Future salary once funding arrives (expected: ¥8M–¥10M per year)
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How to apply

Just send me a message here on LinkedIn saying:

"I'd like to know more."
No resume needed.
No pressure.
No formalities.

Let's talk for 20 minutes, hear your story, and see if our personalities and visions match.

We build this together — gently, respectfully, and with purpose.

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日本のクリエイターが
「自分の価値を伝える力」
「自信を持って表現する力」
「世界とつながる力」
を育てられる場所を一緒につくりたいです。

興味があれば、ぜひメッセージください。
話すだけでも大歓迎です

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