Hoppin Busan x FlyAsia

Startup Innovation Week

Connect with Asia’s Startup Leaders in Busan’s Most Dynamic Week

Hoppin Busan x FlyAsia – Startup Innovation Week is your gateway to Korea’s vibrant startup ecosystem. Timed with FlyAsia (Sep 22–23), one of Asia’s largest startup conferences, and our own Startup W-Day (Sep 24), this week offers unparalleled opportunities to network, pitch, and explore business in Korea.

Whether you’re a founder, investor, accelerator, or ecosystem leader, join us for curated events, business matching, and cultural experiences in Busan — Korea’s coastal hub for innovation.

$\color{white}\colorbox{#0080FF}{Program Overview}$

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When: September 21–28, 2025 (flexible arrival & departure options)

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Where: Busan, South Korea

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Main Events:

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Sep 21 (Sun) – Pre-Networking Dinner

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Sep 22–23 (Mon–Tue) – FlyAsia Global Startup Conference

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Who: Startups, founders, accelerators, investors, and innovation leaders

Cross-Border Access – Meet key ecosystem leaders from Korea, Japan, Taiwan, and more

Tailored Support – Guided conference participation, interpretation (English/Japanese/Chinese)

Pitch & Present – Opportunities for selected startups to pitch at Main Events

Business Matching – Connect with partners, clients, and investors in Busan’s startup scene

Busan’s Startup Scene – Engage with Busan’s leading incubators, accelerators, and innovation hubs

Flexible Stay – Choose your schedule: stay 4 nights, 1 week, or 2 weeks between Sep 15-29

Explore Busan – Join weekend tours and connect with fellow innovators from around the world

$\color{white}\colorbox{#0080FF}{2024 Highlights}$

$\color{white}\colorbox{#0080FF}{Main Events}$

FlyAsia 2025 (Sep 22–23)

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Over 15,000+ attendees, 700+ startups, and global investors in one venue

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Meet Asia’s top startup ecosystem players from Japan, Taiwan, Singapore, and more

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Exclusive access to Hoppers’ guided tour & interpretation support

$\color{white}\colorbox{#0080FF}{Program Schedule}$

Hoppin Busan Startup W-Day (Sep 24) (Schedule TBD)

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Startups, Partners introductions & pitches (apply in advance to pitch)

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Meeting with Busan Center for Creative Economy & Innovation (BCCEI)

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Business matching sessions

Date	Event	Description
Sep 21 (Sun)	Pre-Networking Dinner	Exclusive Pre-networking Dinner with FlyAsia speakers and partners
Sep 22 (Mon)	FlyAsia Day 1	Guided translation & business matching support + Beer Festival
Sep 23 (Tue)	FlyAsia Day 2	Guided translation & business matching support + VIP Networking Dinner
Sep 24 (Wed)	Startup W-Day	Startup pitches & networking at Busan Workation Center
Sep 25 (Thu)	Local Business Tour & Excursion	Visiting local startup brands, meeting local accelerator, Local Excursion
Sep 26 (Fri)	Culture Day	Visit local neighborhood and enjoy Korean traditional performance
Sep 27–28 (Sat–Sun)	Weekend Excursions	Guided nature tours, cultural activities, and local cuisine

$\color{white}\colorbox{#0080FF}{Coliving}$

Enjoy a private Studio or Suite room with a double bed and en-suite bathroom in a residential hotel. The hotel lounge doubles as a coworking and community space, open late for networking, collaboration, and focused work.

Studio Type

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Participants will have access to several coworking spaces across the city, all within easy reach of the accommodation. Our main hub is the Busan Workation Center, offering panoramic city views, complemented by visits to partner coworking spaces and scenic cafés for a mix of productivity and exploration.

Main Coworking Space

Sub-Coworking Space

$\color{white}\colorbox{#0080FF}{Pricing}$

Accommodation Included

Cozy private room with a double bed and private bathroom.

#Private #Cozy #Breakfast (additional)

5 Days (Sep 21-25) €350

1 Week (Sep 21-28) €530

#Startup & Film Workation

2 Week (Sep 15-29) €955

Program Only (No Accommodation)

Enjoy the events, activities and while having the freedom of choosing your own place.

#Flexible #Network #Social

5 Days (Sep 21-25) €170

1 Week (Sep 21-28) €230

#Startup & Film Workation

2 Week (Sep 15-29) €385

If the above schedule doesn’t work for you, please get in touch with us at hoppinbusan@hoppers.kr — we’re happy to discuss a custom plan.

$\color{white}\colorbox{#0080FF}{Application Process}$

Apply for Hoppin Busan x FlyAsia - Startup Innovation Week by clicking the link below.

We will review your application and send you an email within 5 working days with a payment link.

$\color{white}\colorbox{#0080FF}{Important Information}$

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Photos/videos will be taken during the program.

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Capacity is limited. Apply early to secure your spot!

For inquiries, please email us at hoppinbusan@hoppers.kr for support.

$\color{white}\colorbox{#0080FF}{FAQs}$

Getting to Busan

Meal Cost

Wi-Fi Availability

Travel Insurance

Visa Requirements

$\color{white}\colorbox{#0080FF}{Hoppin Busan Workation}$

Explore the Full Hoppin Busan Experience

Hoppin Busan runs from mid-August to late October 2025, offering four themed 2-week workation events for digital nomads, entrepreneurs, and professionals from around the world.

If you’d like to arrive earlier, stay longer, or join another theme before/after Startup Week, explore the full program!

$\color{white}\colorbox{#0080FF}{Become Partner - Ambassador}$

Hoppin Busan x FlyAsia - Startup Innovation Week Ambassador & Partner Program

We’re inviting startup ecosystem partners – accelerators, associations, communities, and innovation hubs – to collaborate during Busan Startup Innovation Week.

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Introduce your startups or network to our program

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Opportunities for your members to pitch or speak at Startup W-Day (Sep 24)

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Co-branding and promotional exposure

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Access to exclusive partner networking and business matching

Interested in partnering? Email us at hoppinbusan@hoppers.kr.

$\color{white}\colorbox{#0080FF}{Organizers}$

Hoppers is a global platform connecting remote professionals, digital nomads, and entrepreneurs through community, curated lifestyle experiences, and cross-border business support. We operate Digital Nomads Korea, promoting Korea as a hub for nomads; Hoppin, offering premium coworking, coliving, and destination programs in partnership with local governments; and startup initiatives that help founders expand into Korea and Korean startups enter global markets.

Hoppin is a lifestyle platform offering curated coliving, coworking, and workation experiences across Asia. Born from a passion for remote work and sustainable travel, Hoppin creates spaces where people can live, work, and grow together. From our signature Hoppin House in Seoul to seasonal workations in Korea and beyond, we’re building a more connected and inspired way of working.

Digital Nomads Korea (DNK) is a vibrant community and media channel connecting global remote professionals exploring Korea. We create spaces—online and offline—where digital nomads can share their journeys, discover hidden gems, and build meaningful connections. Through events, guides, and community support, our goal is to make South Korea, a better destination for digital nomads.