411 - Healthcare Innovation and Opportunities in Japan. Shinya Yamamoto

Talking HealthTech

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, host Peter Birch is in Tokyo, Japan, speaking with Shinya Yamamoto, a startup mentor, clinical research innovation professor, and futurist. They delve into the opportunities and challenges in the healthtech industry in Japan, addressing the impact of an ageing population and rising healthcare costs. Shinya provides insightful perspectives on the Japanese healthcare ecosystem, the need for innovation, and the government's increased interest in supporting technology startups.

Key Takeaways

- Healthcare Challenges in Japan: The discussion highlights the challenges posed by an ageing population and rising healthcare costs in Japan, which creates a need for innovation and technological advancements in the industry.

- Role of Small Incubators: Shinya emphasises the significance of small incubators and startups in driving innovation, given the nimbleness and flexibility they offer compared to large organisations.

- Government Support and Global Market Entry: Shinya explains the Japanese government's increasing interest in supporting startups, making it an opportune time for entrepreneurs to enter the Japanese market. He also discusses the importance of building with a global mindset for technology startups.

Check out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.

Loving the show? Leave us a review, and share it with someone who might get some value from it.

Keen to take your healthtech to the next level? Become a THT+ Member for access to our online community forum, quarterly summits and more exclusive content. For more information visit talkinghealthtech.com/thtplus

Mentioned in this episode:

Talking HealthTech 2024 Audience Survey

It’s that time again - we are conducting our 2024 Talking HealthTech Audience Survey. 🎉 This helps us prioritise content, hone in key messages and refine the show to make it even better. We also want to understand who are biggest cohorts of audience are, so take 5-10 minutes to complete this and we will be super grateful. 🙏🏻 Everyone who completes the audience survey goes in the draw to win a share of $1000 worth of THT+ Membership Credits, to put towards a membership for yourself as an individual or help get the word out there about your company. First prize is $550, second prize $250, third prize $150 then forth prize of $50 🤑 Click the link to complete the survey now:

Talking HealthTech Audience Survey