When asked to name globally recognized Japanese firms founded within the last decade, many people would be hard-pressed to list any.
Toyota Motor Corp., Sony Corp. and Nintendo Co. are all more than half a century old, with a lack of new firms reflecting the tough situation for startups.
Industry experts say Japan has a long way to go to increase the number of new firms and stimulate investment to ensure their growth.
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