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Founders Inc Off Season vs LocalHost - Japan: Which is Right for You?
Compare these opportunities side-by-side to find the best fit for you.
Founders Inc Off Season
6-week equity-free summer residency at Fort Mason for ambitious builders to obsess and build, ending in Demo Day with up to $250K funding opportunity.
Closed 6 months agoClosed
Closes 6/18/2025Jun 18
North America
residency
equity-free
mentorship
+3 more
LocalHost - Japan
A global, travelling fellowship with a hub in Tokyo for exceptional young builders to pursue full-time projects.
Apply anytimeRolling
Rolling deadlineRolling
Asia
residency
housing-included
mentorship
+3 more
Side-by-Side Comparison
Funding
250000 USD
Not specified
Education Level
university students, recent graduates
Not specified
Industry Focus
software, hardware, AI, robotics
Not specified
Financial Benefits
funding opportunity up to $250K
R&D grants ($1K–$5K)
Mentorship
mentorship from experienced founders and experts
Mentorship from experienced operators
Networking
community of ~50 ambitious peers
Community events, workshops, and networking locally and globally
Program Location
in-person
in-person
Program Structure
no-curriculum, obsession-driven environment
Not specified
Typical Cohort Size
~50
Not specified
Type
residency
residency
Region
North America
Asia
Duration
Not specified
6 months