Key Takeaways
- Ripple is offering up to $200,000 in grants to Japanese Web3 startups building real-world use cases on the XRP Ledger (XRPL), as part of its broader $1 billion ecosystem commitment.
- In partnership with JETRO-backed Web3 Salon, Ripple aims to accelerate startup growth in Japan through mentorship, regulatory guidance, and a series of major events planned through March 2026.
Ripple is ramping up its efforts in Asia’s blockchain ecosystem with a strategic focus on Japan. The company has partnered with Web3 Salon—a program powered by Asia Web3 Alliance Japan and supported by the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO)—to launch a new initiative designed to support startups building real-world applications on the XRP Ledger (XRPL). Through the Japan & Korea Fund, part of Ripple’s $1 billion ecosystem commitment, selected startups can receive up to $200,000 in funding.
The program focuses on use cases such as decentralized finance (DeFi), tokenized real-world assets, and digital payments. Beyond capital, Ripple is offering startups access to its global network of investors, technical mentors, and advisors, strengthening the XRPL ecosystem with long-term business support.
Web3 Salon to Guide Market-Ready Innovators
While Ripple provides the capital and industry reach, Web3 Salon will manage founder development. This includes offering mentorship, helping startups navigate Japan’s strict regulatory frameworks, and guiding go-to-market strategies. In a country known for both innovation and rigorous compliance, such support is crucial.
This partnership aims to make it easier for Web3 entrepreneurs to launch and scale in Japan’s tech-forward economy. Web3 Salon’s role will be pivotal in shaping these startups into regulatory-compliant and market-ready businesses with strong investor backing.
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Long-Term Commitment with Events Through 2026
The initiative signals Ripple’s sustained commitment to Japan’s Web3 future. XRPL community member WrathofKahneman noted the effort aligns with Ripple’s broader expansion strategy across Asia. Ripple and Web3 Salon plan to host four major events in Japan through March 2026.
Some context: this initiative with Web3Salon & JETRO is part of the Japan & Korea fund, which itself is part of the 1b XRP pledged to advance XRP projects in '22. Ripple & Web3 Salon will also co-host four major community events between now and March 2026. https://t.co/FOxKZbxLmX
— WrathofKahneman (@WKahneman) June 9, 2025
These events will include pitch competitions, investor networking, policy panels, and workshops—aimed at bridging gaps between regulators, innovators, and enterprises. Japan, known for regulatory clarity and high digital literacy, is emerging as a key Web3 hub. Ripple’s collaboration with JETRO-backed Web3 Salon positions it at the heart of this growing movement.
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