The Startup Villages initiative is to create sustainable & economic development in the rural areas of Japan. Through sheer hard work and dedication of Japanese people, the Japanese economy emerged as the second-largest economy in the world. The Japanese innovators, entrepreneurs, and investors created iconic products, brands, and technology that revolutionized the world consumer market.
The Startup Villages initiative is to encourage reverse migration and work with local authorities to encourage individuals, businesses, and startups to set up their operations in the villages. The Covid-19 pandemic has provided that work from is the new normal and this would help individuals, businesses, and startups to benefit from low-cost operations in the rural.

The Startup Villages would connect global venture capital, angel networks, incubators, accelerators by hosting webinars, seminars, conferences & summits. The Startup Villages is an initiative by social entrepreneur Indian American Dr.Tausif Malik.