●What
is Utsunomiya Ventures?
(1) The Aim of the Foundation
To sustain the local economy through the collaboration of companies
from every field of business, and to promote the establishment of
new companies in our community or to help local companies go into
new lines of business for that purpose, we will support entrepreneurs
by providing appropriate infrastructure, funds and information. We
intend to contribute to the creation of new industries, the revitalization
of the local economy and all business activities and to the enhancement
of the attractiveness of the city.
(2) The Purpose of the Organization
The organization will carry out effective activities so as to develop
Utsunomiya City into a base for creating new industries, by establishing
an incubation facility with original strategies, so that Utsunomiya
City will be the center of attention, not only in Japan, but also
in the world, considering the fact that intense global competition
is anticipated between communities.
(3) Status of Utsunomiya Ventures
Utsunomiya Ventures is targeted on entrepreneurs who are willing
to establish venture businesses in Utsunomiya City. Utsunomiya Ventures
is an organization for the promotion, training and support of entrepreneurs.
When we refer to Utsunomiya Ventures, it means the incubation institution
that includes entrepreneurs, facilities and personnel for training
and supporting.
●Outline
of the Incubation Facility
(1) Name of the Facility
Utsunomiya City Training and Support Facility for Entrepreneurs
(Nickname: Utsunomiya Ventures)
(2) Location
320-0848
9-17, Saiwai-cho, Utsunomiya City (Former site of Utsunomiya Nishi
Fire Station)
- 10 minutes’ drive from Kanuma Interchange, Tohoku Highway
- 1 minute’s walk from the bus stop “Niregi-Kaido Iriguchi”, if
you take a Kanto Bus that leaves JR Utsunomiya Station.
(3) Building Structure and Scale
Structure: Steel-reinforced concrete building
Scale: A 3-storied building with a basement
(4) Facility Data
a. Incubation Office
- Used mainly as an office
(Not permitted to use the office as a shop or a restaurant open
to the general public)
b. Multi-Purpose Space
- Used for meeting, relaxation, etc.
c. Conference Room
- Used for conferences, meetings, presentations, lectures, etc.
d. Communication Space
-Used for trainings, seminars, exchange activities, etc.
e. Administration Room
-Supports the tenants by receiving delivered parcels, offering information
to visitors
(5) Start of Operation
March 1, 2003
●Outline
of Incubation Offices
(1) Qualifications for Tenants
- Companies that have been registered for less than 5 years. Companies undergoing
the procedure of registration are required to complete the registration before
moving in.
- Companies that have never been admitted, in the past or at present, to other
incubation facilities.
- Companies that can move in within 2 months after approval.
- Companies that can carry out their business in Utsunomiya City, by establishing
the headquarters or an office in Utsunomiya City after leaving this incubation
facility.
(2) Number of Rooms (size)
10 rooms (10.6 to 24.0m2)
(3) Term of Lease
3 years max. (Contract shall be renewed annually. Renewal can be
approved within the limit of twice. A specified survey will be
carried out before approval.)
(4) Equipment
- Electric system: Single-phase 100V, 3 circuits, 1 TV terminal
- Air Conditioning System: Heater/Cooler (Centralized air conditioning
system)
- Telephone equipment: 3 lines max. (Installation work and contracts
shall be carried out at the expense of the tenant)
- Network Environment: CATV internet, ADSL or Optical Fiber can
be introduced.
Utsunomiya CATV Cable Internet (10Mbps) can be used for free (up to 3 years
after the opening of the facility).
- Security System: Each of the offices is equipped with a Card Key Lock
(5) Monthly Charge
1,500yen/m2/month (15,900yen to 36,000yen/month for one room)
*The charge includes common service expenses (charges for electricity,
water, sewage, gas, cleaning service and security service for common
areas).
●Features
of Our Incubation Facility and Management
(1) Features of the Facility (Hardware)
- Located in the central area of Utsunomiya City, accessible from every district
of Japan, and is within an easy reach to the city area.
- Open 24 hours/day, 365 days/year
- Tenants can select their favorite network system from Cable Internet, ADSL,
Optical Fiber, etc. Cable Internet (10Mbps) can be used for free of charge by
cooperation of Utsunomiya Cable TV Co. Ltd., which is a third sector company
(up to 3 years from the opening of the facility).
* For ADSL, Optical Fiber, etc., installation work and contracts shall be carried
out at the expense of the tenant.
- To enhance the security, each room is equipped with a Card Key Lock.
(2) Features of Our Management (Software)
a. Provide opportunities for business, academic and governmental
circles to cooperate with each other
- Since the pilot laboratory of Utsunomiya University Data Processing Center
is planned to be stationed here, joint researches by business, academic and
governmental circles, utilizing ultra high-speed network technology and next-generation
internet technology, will be possible as well as consultation on information-related
technologies.
b. Full of support systems for tenants
- Practical advice and supports are provided by the supporting members of the
entrepreneur support organization (Utsunomiya Ventures)
- General support is provided by Tochigi Venture Support Planet 21
- Information staff for supporting the tenants will be stationed (weekdays:
9:00 to 17:00)
●For
Further Information
○ General information on Utsunomiya Ventures
Utsunomiya Ventures Secretariat (Industry Section, Commerce and Industry Dep.)
320-8540 1-1-15 Asahi, Utsunomiya-City
Phone: 028-632-2443 Fax: 028-632-5420
○ Information on temporary use or tour of the facility
Management office,
Utsunomiya City Entrepreneur Training and Support Organization
(Utsunomiya Ventures)
320-0848 9-17 Saiwai-cho, Utsunomiya-City
Phone/Fax: 028-614-807
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