Japan Innovation Center by Kumano Shindo
Company mission: Our mission is to build an exciting future society by collaborating with the community to create regenerative projects that combine innovation, traditional wisdom, and nature.
Project Goal: Transform a century-old farmhouse into a community center benefiting Kumano City and the Kii region. This immersive space shares Kumano's local heritage with interested communities, featuring the origins of the enchanting Zelda world. Additionally, it serves as an ideal venue for company retreats, igniting creativity and fostering global engagement.
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Project Launch
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Current Objectives
Join the community to learn more- Finish renovation (eta Spring 2024)
- Choose first clients / communities
- Raise $30K to accelerate build & 1-year of operating expenses
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Details
Dive deeper into the projectKumano Shindo is renovating an akiya (abandoned house) and land in Kumano, Japan, and turning it into a regenerative innovation hub that is part of the Govt. of Japan's INNO network. This 100-year-old akiya will be transformed into a "gathering place for innovation and creation," and will play a new role for the local community! Kumano Shindo addresses the challenge of rural abandonment by bringing new energy and international exchange to Kumano, as well as highlighting the unique soul of this region.
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Project Traction
Explore the full project details- Home is 50% renovated
- University Grant & Partnership
- Run events before (teaching students permaculture)
Contribution Opportunities
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Contribute Money
Stay updated for when the raise opensContribute money to the $30k budget and share in the perks & up to 30% of the revenue generated from the project as a collaborator
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Support Needed
Offer your support in the community (General Channel)- Digital marketer - immediately (offering cash + up to 5% revenue from project)
- Event facilitator - after renovation (offering cash + up to 5% revenue from project)
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Join the Community
Share your IdeasShare your thoughts in the discussion below & share relevant people in your world who could make great collaborators (sponsors, artists, etc.)
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Contribution Revenue + Perks (TBD)
How do I access my revenue & perks once I've contributed money, skills or community?
How we make it happen
The Team
The team comprises individuals with diverse expertise and experiences to renovate land in Japan.
- Adam Lobel, the Representative Director, brings international sales management and research experience.
- Kouji Miki, the Director, focuses on Zen-based management and mindfulness.
- Carolina Carvalho (left), also a Director, specializes in ecological research and permaculture.