Rising Japanese Aerospace Startups Revolutionizing Asian Skies

The Asian startup scene has seen a flurry of activity in the last couple of years, particularly in the realm of Aerospace. Japan, in particular, seems to have become a hotbed for innovation in this industry. Founded in 2020 or later, these startups exemplify the cutting-edge technology, creativity, and audacious ambition of new businesses in Japan. Given their enormous potential and the significant impact they could have, many of these startups are well worth a closer look.

This article aims to provide an overview of some of the most promising startups in the Aerospace industry in Japan. We’ll cover what they do, who’s behind them, and where they’re heading. We will present them in no particular order, and hope to give you a representative snapshot of the diversity and dynamism of the current sector.

We’ve taken great care to select startups from a broad range of sub-sectors, including aerospace engineering, satellite communication, air transportation, and drone management. Regardless of their specific focus area, all of these startups share a commitment to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the Aerospace sector and shaping the future of transportation in Japan and beyond.

Pale Blue

Located at Kashiwa, Chiba, Pale Blue stands out among Aerospace startups with an intriguing blend of services within the categories of Aerospace, Consulting, and Rental. Founded by Hiroyuki Koizumi, Jun Asakawa, Kazuya Yaginuma, and Yuichi Nakagawa, Pale Blue provides a variety of water propulsion systems, delivering high-performance, affordability, short-lead times and reliable services. You can connect with them on Twitter or Facebook.

FIRST AIRLINES

Residing in Toshima, Tokyo, Japan, FIRST AIRLINES is an exciting startup operating within the Aerospace, Air Transportation, Augmented Reality, Travel, and Virtual Reality fields. The official Facebook page provides the latest updates on their developments.

Terra Space

Headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, Terra Space is contributing to the growing dynamism of the Aerospace and Satellite Communication industry. They specialize in satellite development, launch, and operation services, providing a hosted payload service and addressing customer queries through online applications.

SkyScape

Based in Osaka, Japan, SkyScape has a unique platform within Aerospace Air Transportation, Drone Management, Drones, and Product Design. You can stay connected with their developments on Twitter or LinkedIn.

Letara

Set in Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan, Letara operates across Aerospace, Manufacturing, and Satellite Communication industries. You can follow their journey through their Facebook page or LinkedIn profile.

Zerog

Based in China, Kagoshima, Japan, Zerog is a Chinese electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft developer working within the Aerospace and Air Transportation sectors.