Japan's first seed accelerator helping startups play on the global stage since 2010.
Open Network Lab (Onlab) is Japan's first seed accelerator program, operated by Digital Garage, Inc. in Tokyo since 2010. It runs approximately 3-month cohort programs for seed-stage startups, providing seed investment, mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs, and access to an alumni community of over 160 companies including 3 IPOs. Onlab is currently in its 31st cohort as of early 2026. Program duration: Approximately 3 months.