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28 Jun 2026 / Articles

Impact Kyoto 2026

Why hackathons can create a practical entry point into entrepreneurship. A reflection on taking participants from a problem and a team to a working prototype, feedback and a broader network.

Key points

  • Start with a problem that people can discuss and turn into a focused build.
  • Use teamwork and mentoring to make an idea tangible within a short period.
  • Treat the prototype and the relationships as a beginning for further work.

The context

The Kyoto article explains why a hackathon can be a practical entry point into entrepreneurship. It follows the movement from a problem and a team toward a working prototype, outside feedback and a broader community.

Why it matters

The article connects the event format with the wider ambition of helping more people begin building.

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