Philosophy
We want to create a once-in-a-life experience for young creatives, technologists, and academics to explore their own interests free of distractions
By bringing together curious minded individuals in a truly unique environment, we believe we can create a life changing experience that will alter the trajectory of people's lives
Program
Phase One · July - August
- Video Contest(2-3 Winners)Ended
- Hackathon(3-4 Winners)Ended
- Art / Design Contest(3-4 Winners)Ends Jul 28
- ???(? Winners)Coming Soon
Phase Two · October
An immersive one week retreat in Beppu, Japan for 12 finalists to focus on their projects.
- When
- · October 2026
- Where
- · Beppu, Japan
FAQ
- Who is this for?
- You can be a designer, a creative, a programmer, a writer, all we ask is that you bring something interesting to work on.
- How long is the program?
- One week, but plan for 8-9 days for travel buffer.
- Where does it take place?
- Beppu, Japan. It's a vibrant seaside city known as the country's onsen capital.
- When does it take place?
- Oct 2026. Exact dates and details are still TBD based on the interest and budget we can secure.
- Can I join if I'm not a student?
- Absolutely! We will prioritize subsidizing the cost for students, but non-students are welcome to join with their own trip expense.
- Are you accepting sponsors?
- Yes. We are looking for a few select sponsors to help cover the costs, so please email me if you align w/ our mission and are interested in getting massive marketing exposure. hanyiming1995@gmail.com