Japan Summit 2024

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Experience the future of global innovation

Leveraging Plug and Play's extensive network of over 60 international offices and 20 industry-specialized teams, we bring together leaders and experts from various fields to foster innovation. At the Japan Summit, you will gain invaluable insights into global trends, get inspired by extensive networking, and ​​stay at the forefront of technological advancement. Experience the future of global innovation with us.

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Session

Day 1 / 29 October (Tuesday) 13:40

The Latest Business Trends in Silicon Valley

We will provide an explanation of the latest business development trends emerging from Silicon Valley, directly from the front lines. By sharing the latest information on AI technology, innovation case studies from rapidly growing companies, and examples of activities by Japanese companies, this is an opportunity to gain specific insights on how large corporations can incorporate Silicon Valley-style business development into their own strategies.

  • Hitomi Takeuchi

    Hitomi Takeuchi

    Coloridoh Inc.
    CEO

  • Masayuki Kimura

    Masayuki Kimura

    COO, Deloitte Venture Support

  • Sho Tominaga

    Sho Tominaga

    Rakuten USA, Inc.
    Chief Executive Innovation Office Lead Principal

  • Yuichi Ando

    Yuichi Ando

    Developing and manufacturing PDLC film, a material for smart windows

Day 1 / 29 October (Tuesday) 14:30

The Potential of the Japanese Startup Ecosystem as seen from Global Accelerators

This panel will explore insights and perspectives from international accelerators regarding Japan's startup landscape. This session will feature the heads of global accelerators sharing their experiences working with Japanese startups, discussing the unique strengths and challenges of the Japanese market, and highlighting the opportunities for growth and collaboration. The panel will discuss how Japan's innovation ecosystem is viewed globally, what makes it attractive to foreign investors and partners, and strategies for Japanese startups to successfully engage with international accelerator programs.

  • Phillip Vincent

    Phillip Vincent

    Plug and Play Japan
    Managing Partner, APAC CEO, Japan

  • Ryoko Manabe

    Ryoko Manabe

    Alchemist Accelerator LLC
    Alchemist Japan Managing Director

  • Yuki Shirato

    Yuki Shirato

    Managing Director, Techstars

Day 1 / 29 October (Tuesday) 15:20

Gathering of Japan Accelerators - Five years on -

Five years ago, 8 accelerators gathered at Plug and Play Shibuya. We talked about the uniqueness of their support measures for the startups that gathered. Five years later, how has the accelerator industry changed? How has support changed? Also, what value should be provided to the startup ecosystem for the next five years? We will discuss these topics.

  • Ryo Naiki

    Ryo Naiki

    Plug and Play Japan
    Executive Officer, COO

  • Natsuki Tamura

    Natsuki Tamura

    Director-General, G-STARTUP, Globis Corporation

  • Yukio Aida

    Yukio Aida

    Seed Early Unit Leader, Startup Department, Deloitte Tohmatsu Venture Support Co., Ltd

  • Tomoyuki Mizuno

    Tomoyuki Mizuno

    COO, Creww Inc.

  • Ataru Tomita

    Ataru Tomita

    Executive Vice President COO・CDO, eiicon co., ltd

Day 1 / 29 October (Tuesday) 16:10

From Local to Global: Unleashing the Potential of Local Startups

While the Tokyo's startup ecosystem often grabs the spotlight, local hubs across Japan are quietly building their own unique and vibrant communities. This session focuses on the strengths and challenges specific to these regional startups, showcasing their successes and exploring the support they need to thrive.

  • Narimasa Makino

    Narimasa Makino

    CEO, Monozukuri Ventures Corp

  • Kenta Muraoka

    Kenta Muraoka

    Leader, Public Affairs, Wantedly, Inc.

  • Motohisa Inafune

    Motohisa Inafune

    Chief, Startup Support Division, City of Sendai

  • Kenichiro Toyosato

    Kenichiro Toyosato

    CEO, FOURSEAS,inc.

  • Yoshinari Ito

    Yoshinari Ito

    Representative Partner, MTG Ventures / Central Japan Seed Fund

Day 1 / 29 October (Tuesday) 15:00

Real Estate Developers' Role in Ecosystem Formation and Future Outlook

Panel discussion by the major Japanese real estate developers around the topic about evolving role of real estate developers in shaping not just physical spaces, but entire ecosystems that contribute to the broader community, economy, and environment

  • Masaaki Koizumi

    Masaaki Koizumi

    Group leader, Area development, Tokyu Land Corporation

  • Sei Ota

    Sei Ota

    Principal, MITSUI FUDOSAN CO., LTD.

  • Yusuke Yamamoto

    Yusuke Yamamoto

    Manager, Innovative Communities Department, Mitsubishi Estate Co., Ltd.

  • Miwa Watanabe

    Miwa Watanabe

    Assistant Manager, Area Development Department, Tokyo Tatemono Co., Ltd.

Day 1 / 29 October (Tuesday) 16:40

Unlocking the Potential of Sandbox-Driven Open Innovation Between Japan and Mongolia

In recent years, an increasing number of major Mongolian companies are seeking to collaborate with Japanese startups. This trend is not limited to the digital sector but extends to aerospace, energy, and new materials. The potential for sandbox-driven open innovation is being explored with great anticipation, as major Mongolian corporations look to Japan’s innovation ecosystem. A discussion on this emerging collaboration will involve key stakeholders from major Mongolian enterprises and leading Japanese startups, focusing on the expectations for Japan's large corporations to play a pivotal role in this cross-border innovation landscape.

  • Hayata Okubo

    Hayata Okubo

    Plug and Play Japan
    Senior Associate, Deeptech

  • Otgonpurev Mendsaikhan

    Otgonpurev Mendsaikhan

    Newcom Group
    Chief Technology Officer

  • Kazufumi Kawanoue

    Kazufumi Kawanoue

    Overseas Business Manager, Corporate Management Department, Aeronext Inc.

  • Khandmaa Dashnyam

    Khandmaa Dashnyam

    Bel Investment LLC
    CEO

Day 2 / 30 October (Wednesday) 11:30

The Essentials of the University Startup Ecosystem from a Global Perspective

Deep tech such as generative AI, semiconductors, biotechnology, and new materials, is a growing investment fever around the world. Universities have also attracted attention as a promissing source of deep tech today. The university startup ecosystem in Japan is, however, still in a development phase. In this session, Mr. Keisuke Goda, a professor at universities in Japan, the U.S., and China, as well as a board member of three deep tech startups, is invited to explore tips for the development of Japan from the global perspective.

  • Narumi Arai

    Narumi Arai

    Plug and Play Japan
    VP, Deeptech

  • Keisuke Goda

    Keisuke Goda

    Professor, School of Science, University of Tokyo

Day 2 / 30 October (Wednesday) 12:50

From Japan to the World: How Oishii is Shaping Global Startup Success

What are the most important factors in managing a global startup? What lies beyond large-scale fundraising, and what are the future challenges? In line with industry trends, Oishii Farm completed a Series B funding of 20 billion yen in 2024. We will be discussing the company’s future with Mr. Koga, who founded the company in New York shortly after studying abroad in the U.S.

  • Yoshitake Sohma

    Yoshitake Sohma

    Developing and manufacturing PDLC film, a material for smart windows

  • Hiroki Koga

    Hiroki Koga

    Co-Founder and CEO, Oishii Farm Corporation

Day 2 / 30 October (Wednesday) 10:20

Innovative AI Shaping Life Insurance: How Global Insurtechs are Tapping into the Japanese Market

As AI technology continues to accelerate the evolution of operational efficiency and digital transformation in Japan's insurance industry, there remains a long journey ahead to realize services that significantly enhance customer experience. In this session, we will explore the future of innovation in Japan’s life insurance market with key insights from The Dai-ichi Life Holdings, engages in insurance innovation globally, Lula Technologies, which provieds the first ever voice AI to pass insurance licensing exams across multiple U.S. states, and Lydia.ai,utilizes health score to innovate the life insurance. Join us for an engaging discussion on the cutting-edge advancements and transformative potential of AI in life insurance.

  • Isamu Nishiyama

    Isamu Nishiyama

    Plug and Play Japan
    Senior Manager

  • Michael Vega-Sanz

    Michael Vega-Sanz

    GAIL
    President, Co-Founder

  • Atsushi Izu

    Atsushi Izu

    Head of Innovation Planning and Head of Global Dai-ichi Innovation Lab, Innovation Planning Group, Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc.

  • Anthony Lee

    Anthony Lee

    Co-founder/CEO, Lydia AI

Day 2 / 30 October (Wednesday) 13:30

The Future of Sports: Pioneering the Industry with Open Innovation

While sports provide unique customer experiences and value that are not found in other industries, the Japanese sports industry still has significant room for growth compared to overseas markets. In this session, we will introduce the initiatives of J1 League's Avispa Fukuoka, which is adding a touch of open innovation to the unique value creation in sports. Alongside Hasen Kuniyama from PIVOT, we will engage in a passionate discussion about innovation in the sports industry and its future.

  • Hasen Kuniyama

    Hasen Kuniyama

    MC/Producer, Content produce team, PIVOT inc.

  • Yoshikazu Kono

    Yoshikazu Kono

    Web3 Business Development Manager, Market Development Department, Avispa Fukuoka Co., Ltd.

  • Isamu Nishiyama

    Isamu Nishiyama

    Plug and Play Japan
    Senior Manager

Day 2 / 30 October (Wednesday) 13:30

Front Act's initiatives to create value in healthcare

FrontAct became a subsidiary of Sumitomo Pharma on June 18, 2024, and is engaged in the research, development, and commercialization of new healthcare solutions other than pharmaceuticals. Under the new structure, FrontAct will aim to maximize product value, and will work on new business development with an emphasis on speed and profitability more than ever before, while also more actively collaborating with other companies. In this session, FrontAct will talk about product development in the medical and non-medical fields and collaboration with startups.

  • Takehiko Nomura

    Takehiko Nomura

    Representative Director, President and CEO, FrontAct Co. Ltd.

Day 2 / 30 October (Wednesday) 16:00

New Directions in City Planning Through the Use of Next-Generation Mobility

The "New Directions in City Planning Through the Use of Next-Generation Mobility" session will feature Luup CEO Mr. Okai, Tokyu Corporation's Mr. Mitsufuchi, and Mr. Makimura, Director at the Institute of Behavioral Sciences. Together, they will discuss the future of cities and mobility. This session will explore how next-generation mobility solutions, such as electric scooters and bike-sharing, can transform urban life and contribute to sustainable urban development. Use this opportunity to share advanced case studies, discuss challenges, and collaboratively envision the future of urban structures.

  • Mai Karasawa

    Mai Karasawa

    Plug and Play Japan
    Manager, Mobility

  • Taku Mibuchi

    Taku Mibuchi

    General Manager, Future Design Lab, TOKYU CORPORATION

  • Daiki Okai

    Daiki Okai

    President and CEO, Luup, Inc.

  • Kazuhiko Makimura

    Kazuhiko Makimura

    The Institute of Behavioral Sciences

Day 2 / 30 October (Wednesday) 10:00

Opening Session

  • Manabu Miyasaka

    Manabu Miyasaka

    Tokyo Metropolitan Government
    Vice Governor of Tokyo

  • Saeed Amidi

    Saeed Amidi

    CEO, Plug and Play Tech Center

  • Phillip Vincent

    Phillip Vincent

    Managing Partner, Plug and Play APAC, CEO, Plug and Play Japan

Day 2 / 30 October (Wednesday) 11:00

Journeys, Lessons and Expectations from Three Global Powerhouse Investors

In this session, three seasoned venture capitalists will share their personal journeys into the world of venture capital, revealing the key lessons they've learned along the way. They will provide insights into the evolving landscape of venture investing, the challenges they’ve faced, and the strategies that led to their success. Additionally, the panel will explore emerging trends and discuss their expectations for the future of the industry. Whether you are an aspiring investor or a startup founder, this session will offer valuable perspectives on navigating and thriving in the venture capital space.

  • Connie Chan

    Connie Chan

    Board Partner, Andreessen Horowitz

  • Matt Cheng

    Matt Cheng

    Founder & General Partner, Cherubic Ventures

  • Saeed Amidi

    Saeed Amidi

    CEO, Plug and Play Tech Center

  • Phillip Vincent

    Phillip Vincent

    Managing Partner, Plug and Play APAC, CEO, Plug and Play Japan

Day 2 / 30 October (Wednesday) 15:30

Silicon Innovation: Elevating Japan’s Deeptech Startups to Global Leadership

This session will focus on building vibrant, world-class deep tech startups in Japan, leveraging state-of-the-art silicon technology as a key driver. The discussion will explore how Japan can become a global hub for collaboration in advanced silicon and its various applications. Industry experts will share insights on fostering innovation, enhancing global partnerships, and the potential for Japan to lead in the development of cutting-edge technologies. Attendees will discover opportunities for growth, collaboration, and the strategic role that advanced silicon technology can play in transforming Japan’s startup ecosystem into a global leader in deep tech innovation.

  • Mitsunobu Koshiba

    Mitsunobu Koshiba

    Co-Founder, Cdots GK

  • Tadahiro Suhara

    Tadahiro Suhara

    CEO, TSSC Co. Ltd.

  • Satoshi Nohara

    Satoshi Nohara

    Director-General, Commerce and Information Policy Bureau, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry

  • Masoud (Max) Mirgoli

    Masoud (Max) Mirgoli

    Executive Vice President Worldwide Strategic Partnerships, Worldwide Strategic Partnerships, imec

  • Taisho Ito

    Taisho Ito

    Manager, Corporate, Plug and Play Japan

Day 2 / 30 October (Wednesday) 17:00

Keys to Success: Growth Insights from Unicorn Founders

In this short session, through candid conversations, unicorn founders from Big ID and Fiscal Note, will discuss the challenges they faced, pivotal moments in their growth, and key strategies that led to their success. Attendees will gain valuable insights into scaling a business, navigating funding rounds, and fostering innovation, while learning actionable lessons to apply to their own entrepreneurial endeavors. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business leader, this session will offer a unique look into what it takes to become a unicorn.

  • Phillip Vincent

    Phillip Vincent

    Managing Partner, Plug and Play APAC, CEO, Plug and Play Japan

  • Tim Hwang

    Tim Hwang

    FiscalNote / Chairman, Co-Founder, and CEO

  • Dimitri Sirota

    Dimitri Sirota

    CEO, BigID

Speakers

Manabu Miyasaka

Profile

Manabu Miyasaka

Tokyo Metropolitan Government
Vice Governor of Tokyo

Dimitri Sirota

Profile

Dimitri Sirota

BigID / CEO

Cofounder and CEO of BigID. Three time entrepreneur. Occasional investor. Sometime advisor. EY 2021 Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist for NY. Forbes Tech Council contributor.

Tim Hwang

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Tim Hwang

FiscalNote / Chairman, Co-Founder, and CEO

Tim Hwang is the Chairman, CEO, and Co-founder of FiscalNote, a global technology and media company providing policy information through AI-driven insights and data. FiscalNote serves over 4,000 clients, including half of the Fortune 100. Under Tim's leadership, the company raised over $230 million from investors like The Economist, S&P Global, and Mark Cuban.

Before FiscalNote, Tim worked on the Obama ’08 campaign and was elected to the Montgomery County Board of Education, managing a $4 billion budget. A Princeton graduate, he’s been featured in Forbes 30 Under 30, CNN’s Top 10 Startups, and more. Tim will share his entrepreneurial journey and advice for young founders.

Saeed Amidi

Profile

Saeed Amidi

Plug and Play Tech Center / CEO

Saeed Amidi co-founded Amidzad in 2000, a seed and early-stage investment firm focused on investing in emerging growth companies on the West Coast.
In 2006, Saeed founded Plug and Play, the ultimate innovation platform which is a VC and an accelerator. For more than 15 years, he invested with more than 2000 corporations from tech industries including PayPal and DropBox (31 unicorns within our portfolio companies).
Currently with 50+ offices worldwide, he works with more than 500 corporations in Finance, Manufacturing, Retail, Healthcare, Hospitality and other various kinds of industries to accelerate innovation.

Masoud (Max) Mirgoli

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Masoud (Max) Mirgoli

Executive Vice President / Worldwide Strategic Partnerships, Worldwide Strategic Partnerships, imec

Max Mirgoli is the EVP of World Wide Strategic Partnerships at imec and a member of imec Executive board.
Mr. Mirgoli has over 33 years of experience in the high tech and semiconductor industry and has held numerous leadership and executive roles in some of the most innovative companies in the world. In addition to his role at imec, he serves as investor and advisor and board member in many successful start ups.
Prior to Joining imec, Mr. Mirgoli was C.O.O and Managing Director of ICOS Vision Systems ( NASDAQ IVIS ) a highly successful start up from Belgium that was taken public and acquired by KLA TENCOR ( NASDAQ KLAC ) in 2009 where he held several executive leaderships role after the sale.
Prior to ICOS Vision Systems, Mr. Mirgoli was the corporate Sr.Vice president and Global GM of Automation group of Panasonic where he managed a P&L of over 1 billion dollars globally for Panasonic reporting directly to the president and CEO of Panasonic Americas.
Mr. Mirgoli holds an MBA from College of Notre Dame and an Electrical Engineering degree in Robotics from University of California and a Linguistics degree from University of Madrid.

Connie Chan

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Connie Chan

Board Partner, Andreessen Horowitz

Connie Chan is a Board Partner at Andreessen Horowitz and is based in Silicon Valley. She previously worked at Andreessen Horowitz as a General Partner overseeing the consumer venture team. Chan was the first investment professional at Andreessen Horowitz to ever be promoted to General Partner, ending the firm’s long standing rule of 9 years to only hire general partners who had been hired as operators from the outside. Chan advises early stage startups such as Whatnot, Cider, and KoBold Metals. She leans on her learnings from Asian startups and global trends to guide her investment theses when making investments in the United States. Connie has also been quoted by Fortune, the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Fast Company, The Washington Post, Inc, The Economist, Bloomberg, MIT Tech Review, Wired, CNN and the Financial Times. She received her B.A. in Economics and M.S. in Management Science and Engineering from Stanford University.

Daiki Okai

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Daiki Okai

President and CEO, Luup, Inc.

Hiroki Koga

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Hiroki Koga

Co-Founder and CEO, Oishii Farm Corporation

Matt Cheng

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Matt Cheng

Founder & General Partner, Cherubic Ventures

Matt Cheng is the founder and General Partner at Cherubic Ventures, a pre-seed and seed stage fund that invests in pre-product market fit startups globally. Matt led Cherubic’s unicorn investments including Flexport, Hims, Calm, Paidy, 91APP, Bellabeat, Tezign and Astranis. Prior to Cherubic Ventures, Matt co-founded two unicorn IPOs in Hong Kong and Taiwan, as well as a $500M+ M&A in the U.S. Before launching his career in startups and venture investing, Matt was no.1 junior tennis player in both singles and doubles and was a member of Taiwan’s junior Davis Cup team.

Yuki Shirato

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Yuki Shirato

Managing Director, Techstars

Hasen Kuniyama

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Hasen Kuniyama

MC/Producer, Content produce team, PIVOT inc.

Ryoko Manabe

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Ryoko Manabe

Managing Director, Alchemist Accelerator LLC

Ryoko is a managing director (MD) of Alchemist Japan and based in Tokyo. Before Alchemist, she worked as MD at Endeavor Japan. Endeavor is a global non-profit organization that helps build startup ecosystems all over the world. She started her career as a strategy consultant but also built experience that covers a wide range: from startup co-founder to a manager of the big corporations and from consumer goods to tech companies. Currently, she also serves as a committee member of JST START program where she evaluates and selects R&D based tech pre-seed startups.
BS in Engineering, BS in Agriculture and Life Science (Dual degree) at Cornell University

Satoshi Nohara

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Satoshi Nohara

Director-General, Commerce and Information Policy Bureau, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry

Mar.1991 Graduated from University of Tokyo Faculty of Law
Oct.2006 Private Secretary to the Minister of Economic and Fiscal Policy
Aug.2008 Director, Aide's Office of Minister of State for Economi c and Fiscal Policy
Jun.2009 Counselor, Economic Policy Unit
Jun.2010 Director, Macro Economic Affairs Division
Dec.2012 private s ecretary to Minister for Economic Revitalization
Feb.2016 Director, Economic Policy Unit
Jun.2016 Director, Economic and Industrial Policy Division, Economic and Industrial Policy Bureau
Jul.2017 Director, Policy Planning and Coordination Division, Economic and Industrial Policy Bureau
Jun.2018 Director, Budget and Accounts Division
Jul.2019 Deputy Director-General, Commerce and Information Policy Bureau and Policy Coordination
Jul.2020 Deputy Director General, Bureau for Japan 's Economic Revitalization Cabinet Secretariat
Oct.2020 Deputy Director General, Growth Strategy Council Bureau, Cabinet Secretariat
Oct.2021 Director General, Commerce and Information Policy Bureau

Tadahiro Suhara

Profile

Tadahiro Suhara

CEO, TSSC Co. Ltd.

More than 40 years experience in semiconductor market. Experienced executive management position at one of major equipment companies and also material company. Also experienced various board positions at industry associations.

Mitsunobu Koshiba

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Mitsunobu Koshiba

Co-Founder, Cdots GK

Jared Davis

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Jared Davis

Founder and CEO, ML Foundry

Nico Waegerle

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Nico Waegerle

CEO, Certivity GmbH

Nico Wägerle is Co-Founder and CEO of Certivity. He is responsible for Business Development, Sales, Cooperations, Finance & Investment, and HR & Legal. After studying in Constance and Cardiff, he joined Daimler AG, Mr. Wägerle advised on data laws in vehicles and connectivity technologies. Through another internal move, he became part of an interdisciplinary agile organization to implement and execute agile legal advice of engineering departments with a special focus on product liability, road traffic law, homologation, data protection for automated vehicle technologies (L3 and Urban L4) and he held his first management position with 5 Team members as on of the youngest managers at Daimler. In 2019, Mr. Wägerle moved to Autonomous Intelligent Driving GmbH in Munich as Senior Legal Counsel & Head of Governmental Affairs. He was jointly responsible for providing legal advice on the merger of AID and Argo AI and the autonomous technology. In addition, he established the government affairs department with relationships to the German Federal Ministry of Transport and the European Commission and participated in industry associations (VDA & ACEA & Bitkom) concerning the legal design of AD laws e.g. latest L4 legislation in Germany.

Anthony Lee

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Anthony Lee

Co-founder/CEO, Lydia AI

Anthony Lee is the Co-Founder and CEO of Lydia AI, an applied AI company on a mission to insure and protect the next billion people. Anthony leads a multi-disciplinary team of bioinformaticians, AI researchers, and actuaries to help insurers leverage new sources of alternative data for approving insurance products in different online and offline digital channels. Anthony co-founded Lydia AI after graduating with a degree in Computational Linguistics from the University of Toronto. Lydia AI is backed by Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund, Information Venture Partners, 500 Global and Globe Telco.

Billy Tea

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Billy Tea

CEO, Reelsights AI Ltd.

Billy Tea: Pioneering AI in Marketing and Business
Billy Tea, CEO and AI engineer at ReelSights AI, is a visionary tech entrepreneur with a distinctive skill set. His background in security and defense consulting has given him unique insights into human behavior, which he expertly applies to AI and business strategies.
Under Billy's innovative leadership, ReelSights AI has emerged as an industry leader. His strategic vision and technical expertise have been crucial in developing cutting-edge AI solutions that empower businesses in the digital landscape.
As a trusted AI, Business, and Marketing Advisor to Fortune 500 companies globally, Billy has guided numerous organizations in harnessing AI to enhance their marketing strategies, improve customer engagement, and accelerate growth. His influence extends to content authenticity, where he is one of the first members of Adobe's Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity.
Billy's rare combination of technical brilliance and business acumen has established him as a respected figure in the tech industry. His commitment to leveraging AI for positive change and business empowerment is the driving force behind ReelSights AI's success and his broader impact on the field.

Paul Lee

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Paul Lee

Founder / CEO, Mind AI Inc

Paul is the founder and CEO of Mind AI, that focuses on inherently transparent AI technology, providing clear explanations and effective control. Mind AI’s proprietary technology offers a robust Hybrid-AI foundation tailored for business applications, distinguishing it from other LLM-based AI solution providers with a unique approach that integrates human-like reasoning into a data structure known as Canonical. Paul is a clinician, scientist, and a serial entrepreneur. He is a graduate of the University of Oxford with a degree in Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry, Masters from Seoul National University and an M.D. from The School of Medicine at the Catholic University of Korea. Paul is also a graduate of Futuremed at Singularity University 2013 and Exponential Medicine 2014. As CEO & Co-founder of Curely and Kuddly, he grew the platform into one of the largest media channels in North America for the health and pet health industries with a viewership of over 6B. Paul also co-founded JNP LAB in Seoul which acts as a development hub for global exponential technologies.

Khandmaa Dashnyam

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Khandmaa Dashnyam

CEO, Bel Investment LLC

Dashnyam Khandmaa earned her PhD in Tissue Engineering from Dankook University in 2017. After graduation, she was a postdoctoral researcher at the Institute of Tissue Regeneration and Engineering (ITREN). In 2021, she began working as the Director of R&D at Monos Group, Mongolia's largest pharmaceutical company. Then, in 2023, she took on the CEO role at Bel Investment LLC, the youngest company under the Monos Group, focusing on the accelerator business.

Phillip Vincent

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Phillip Vincent

Managing Partner, Plug and Play APAC, CEO, Plug and Play Japan

Ryo Naiki

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Ryo Naiki

COO, Plug and Play Japan

Jakub Kamecki

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Jakub Kamecki

Sales, Chief Commercial Officer, TG0

TG0 specializes in development and manufacturing of smart surfaces with a wide range of use cases in consumer electronics, automotive and healthcare sectors. Through patented engineering and AI software logic TG0 turns everyday materials and components into sophfisticated human machine interfaces and touch and pressure sensors. Low cost, low complexity, easy to integrate and highly sustainable TG0 technology solves meanigful problems in new product development and manufacturing of the next generation of personal devices.

Michael Vega-Sanz

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Michael Vega-Sanz

President, Co-Founder, GAIL

Michael Vega-Sanz is a co-founder and President of Lula. He began his entrepreneurial journey selling mangoes and avocados from his family’s farm in Miami, Florida. He later attended Babson College, where he co-founded Lula Rides - a peer-to-peer car-sharing platform for college students. Recognizing operational challenges on the insurance side of the business, he founded LULA to help businesses easily manage their insurance needs. Within three years, LULA grew to serve 5,000+ businesses, millions of people around the United States, and raised $50 million from some of the best investors in the world. Today, LULA is best known for GAIL - an AI trained for various jobs in regulated industries, like insurance.

Otgonpurev Mendsaikhan

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Otgonpurev Mendsaikhan

Chief Technology Officer, Newcom Group Holding

Otgonpurev Mendsaikhan (Ogo) is a Chief Technology Officer at Newcom Group. He holds a PhD in Informatics from the Nagoya University of Japan and Masters in Information Security from Carnegie Mellon University of USA. He has over 10 years of work experience in financial IT field at stock exchange, commercial bank and fintechs. His interests include cybersecurity and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles.

Amit Patel

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Amit Patel

Partner, Ventures, Plug and Play Tech Center

Amit is a Partner at Plug and Play Ventures where he supports the firm’s early stage investment efforts across Fintech, Enterprise & AI. Previously, he worked for GE Venture’s New Business Creations Group helping create new software companies from ground up – across healthcare, manufacturing, aviation, energy, and B2B SaaS – and spinning them out.

Atsushi Mazawa

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Atsushi Mazawa

Co-founder & CEO, Rhinoflux Inc.

Mio Asatani

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Mio Asatani

CEO, Curina Inc.

Masayuki Kimura

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Masayuki Kimura

COO, Deloitte Venture Support

Yuichi Ando

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Yuichi Ando

Head of Silicon Valley Office Japan Post Co., Ltd.

Sho Tominaga

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Sho Tominaga

Lead Principal, Chief Executive Innovation Office, Rakuten USA, Inc.

Takehiko Nomura

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Takehiko Nomura

Representative Director, President and CEO, FrontAct Co. Ltd.

Kenichi Higuchi

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Kenichi Higuchi

Adansons Inc.
Director/Chief Product Officer

Hitomi Takeuchi

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Hitomi Takeuchi

CEO, Coloridoh Inc.

Tomoyuki Mizuno

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Tomoyuki Mizuno

COO, Creww Inc.

Ataru Tomita

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Ataru Tomita

Executive Vice President COO・CDO, eiicon co., ltd

Natsuki Tamura

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Natsuki Tamura

Director-General, G-STARTUP, Globis Corporation

Yukio Aida

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Yukio Aida

Seed Early Unit Leader, Startup Department, Deloitte Tohmatsu Venture Support Co., Ltd

Narumi Arai

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Narumi Arai

Vice President, Deeptech, Plug and Play Japan

Yoshitake Sohma

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Yoshitake Sohma

Senior Ventures Associate, Plug and Play Japan

Sae Yamamoto

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Sae Yamamoto

Director, Government Partnerships, Plug and Play Japan

Kenta Muraoka

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Kenta Muraoka

Leader, Public Affairs, Wantedly, Inc.

Narimasa Makino

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Narimasa Makino

CEO, Monozukuri Ventures Corp

Yoshinari Ito

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Yoshinari Ito

Representative Partner, MTG Ventures / Central Japan Seed Fund

Shinichiro Isago

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Shinichiro Isago

CEO, Gen-AX Corp.

Kenichiro Toyosato

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Kenichiro Toyosato

CEO, FOURSEAS,inc.

Motohisa Inafune

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Motohisa Inafune

Chief, Startup Support Division, City of Sendai

Yoshikazu Kono

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Yoshikazu Kono

Web3 Business Development Manager, Market Development Department, Avispa Fukuoka Co., Ltd.

Keisuke Goda

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Keisuke Goda

Professor, School of Science, University of Tokyo

Minami Suwa

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Minami Suwa

CEO, Simplee Inc.

Yotaro Kubo

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Yotaro Kubo

Senior Research Scientist, DeepMind, Google

Masahito Togami

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Masahito Togami

Principal Applied Scientist, Japan Consumer Innovation, Amazon Japan G.K.

Hiyu Miyamoto

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Hiyu Miyamoto

Assistant Manager, Venture Business Unit, SHIMZ CORPORATION NOVARE

Kazuhiko Makimura

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Kazuhiko Makimura

The Institute of Behavioral Sciences

Yohei Tsuchikawa

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Yohei Tsuchikawa

Manager, Co-Creation Planning Department, DAIDO LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY

Kazumichi Sato

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Kazumichi Sato

Senior Manager, Future Creation Headquarters Value Creation Department, ASAHI GROUP JAPAN, LTD.

Masaaki Koizumi

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Masaaki Koizumi

Group leader, Area development, Tokyu Land Corporation

Miwa Watanabe

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Miwa Watanabe

Assistant Manager, Area Development Department, Tokyo Tatemono Co., Ltd.

Atsushi Izu

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Atsushi Izu

Head of Innovation Planning and Head of Global Dai-ichi Innovation Lab, Innovation Planning Group, Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc.

Taku Mibuchi

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Taku Mibuchi

General Manager, Future Design Lab, TOKYU CORPORATION

Hiroshi Yabu

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Hiroshi Yabu

Professor/Principal Investigator, WPI-AIMR, Tohoku University

Kazufumi Kawanoue

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Kazufumi Kawanoue

Overseas Business Manager, Corporate Management Department, Aeronext Inc.

Yusuke Yamamoto

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Yusuke Yamamoto

Manager, Innovative Communities Department, Mitsubishi Estate Co., Ltd.

Sei Ota

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Sei Ota

Principal, MITSUI FUDOSAN CO., LTD.

Kishor Kumar Veerashekar

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Kishor Kumar Veerashekar

Ventures Associate, Plug and Play Tech Center

Kishor is a dynamic member of Plug and Play Ventures, where he spends his time on Mobility, Supply Chain/Manufacturing, Robotics, Smart Cities, Enterprise and AI, among other areas. As a vertical-agnostic investor, he possesses a track record in identifying and nurturing innovative startups that are shaping the future of technology. During his time at Plug and Play Ventures, he has had the opportunity to invest in Gradient (prev. Preemo), Lyrid, Lemurian Labs, Ottopia, Soarchain, Lumen Orbit, Clarative AI, Myriad and others. He is deeply committed to the journey of learning and growth, and values the opportunity to work alongside resilient founders in whom he has had the opportunity to invest in.
Prior to Plug and Play, he worked in the AML/BSA industry, analyzing customer transactions, back when BB&T and SunTrust were merging to form Truist Bank. With a strong foundation in business, Kishor holds a Bachelor’s and Master's degree in Finance from Case Western Reserve University.

Isamu Nishiyama

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Isamu Nishiyama

Senior Manager, Insurtech, Plug and Play Japan

Seiji Iwasaki

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Seiji Iwasaki

Senior Manager, Health, Plug and Play Japan

Taisho Ito

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Taisho Ito

Manager, Corporate, Plug and Play Japan

Kotaro Nagayama

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Kotaro Nagayama

Manager, Mobility, Plug and Play Japan

Mai Karasawa

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Mai Karasawa

Manager, Mobility, Plug and Play Japan

Hiroki Mohri

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Hiroki Mohri

Ventures Associate, Plug and Play Japan

Keita Ito

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Keita Ito

Senior Associate, Government Partnerships, Plug and Play Japan

Naoto Noguchi

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Naoto Noguchi

Plug and Play Japan Associate, Mobility

Hayata Okubo

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Hayata Okubo

Senior Program Manager, Plug and Play Japan

Timeline

Day 1 / 29 October (Tuesday)

13:00 - 13:30

Opening Session

13:40 - 14:10

The Latest Business Trends in Silicon Valley

We will provide an explanation of the latest business development trends emerging from Silicon Valley, directly from the front lines. By sharing the latest information on AI technology, innovation case studies from rapidly growing companies, and examples of activities by Japanese companies, this is an opportunity to gain specific insights on how large corporations can incorporate Silicon Valley-style business development into their own strategies.

14:30 - 15:00

The Potential of the Japanese Startup Ecosystem as seen from Global Accelerators

This panel will explore insights and perspectives from international accelerators regarding Japan's startup landscape. This session will feature the heads of global accelerators sharing their experiences working with Japanese startups, discussing the unique strengths and challenges of the Japanese market, and highlighting the opportunities for growth and collaboration. The panel will discuss how Japan's innovation ecosystem is viewed globally, what makes it attractive to foreign investors and partners, and strategies for Japanese startups to successfully engage with international accelerator programs.

15:20 - 15:50

Gathering of Japan Accelerators - Five years on -

Five years ago, 8 accelerators gathered at Plug and Play Shibuya. We talked about the uniqueness of their support measures for the startups that gathered. Five years later, how has the accelerator industry changed? How has support changed? Also, what value should be provided to the startup ecosystem for the next five years? We will discuss these topics.

16:10 - 16:50

From Local to Global: Unleashing the Potential of Local Startups

While the Tokyo's startup ecosystem often grabs the spotlight, local hubs across Japan are quietly building their own unique and vibrant communities. This session focuses on the strengths and challenges specific to these regional startups, showcasing their successes and exploring the support they need to thrive.

17:10 - 17:30

Closing Session

13:30 - 14:20

Startup Pitch|Government Programs

  • Algorized

    Government Programs

    https://www.algorized.com/

    Sensing and Perception AI Software Platform for UWB Presence Detection

  • BeRISE Inc.

    Government Programs

    https://berise.co.jp/

    Develops XR(VR/AR) Solutions for Virtual Events, Medical Systems, and Immersive Training Content

  • Kaman, Inc.

    Government Programs

    https://kaman.co.jp/

    Reducing Waste by Offering a Reusable Container Sharing Service for Takeouts

  • Melon Technologies Inc.

    Government Programs

    https://melon.co.jp/

    Offering a state-of-the-art facial recognition system with exceptional precision

  • ProfinanSS Inc.

    Government Programs

    https://vividir.io/

    Empowering Business Futures and Growth with Vividir, Cloud-Based Product of Financial Projections

  • TD Holdings Co.,Ltd

    Government Programs

    https://td-hd.co.jp/

    DX Consulting and Solutions for Small and Medium-sized Manufacturing Companies

  • Vectology, inc.

    Government Programs

    https://www.vectology.co.jp/

    Automating tasks with Ultra-low-latency Image Processing, AI Image Recognition and Visual SLAM

14:40 - 16:00

Startup Pitch|Sustainability

  • Carbon Xtract Corporation

    Sustainability

    https://c-xtract.com/

    Develops a Compact DAC Device Qquipped with High CO2-Permeable Separation Nanomembranes, for Integrated Carbon Fuel and Raw Material Production

  • CBA, Inc.

    Sustainability

    https://www.cba-japan.co.jp/

    Provides Environmental Impact Analysis and Waste Management for ESG and Resource Circularity

  • cuoncrop K.K.

    Sustainability

    https://cuoncrop.com/

    SaaS for Efficient Visualization of Multi-Dimensional Food Eco Metrics Beyond Decarbonization for Enterprizes

  • digglue inc.

    Sustainability

    https://digglue.com/

    Development of systems for emission data, CO2 visualization, traceability, and environmental value appeal to realize resource recycling

  • eMabler Ltd.

    Sustainability

    https://www.emabler.com/

    SaaS to integrate EV charging infrastructure with other business systems, providing seamless EV platform solutions

  • estoma

    Sustainability

    https://estoma.co.jp/

    Developed and provided the world's first integrated ESG information management cloud

  • Greenphard Energy Inc.

    Sustainability

    https://greenphard.com/

    Transforms your facilities normally consuming electricity into the virtual energy generator which will give you a new revenue.

  • MECHANOCROSS Co., Ltd.

    Sustainability

    https://mechanocross.com/

    Sustainable reaction process with mechanochemical process without organic solvents

  • MiDriq NbS, inc.

    Sustainability

    https://midriq.com/

    Analysis Solutions on Natural Capital and Biodiversity Risks for Businesses and Financial Institutions

  • PtBio Inc.

    Sustainability

    https://www.pt-bio.com/

    Develop Proprietary Bioinformatics Technology to Analyze Black-boxed Functions and Create Resources.

  • somanobase

    Sustainability

    https://somanobase.com/

    Selling “MODRINAE,” a product that grows saplings for afforestation from acorns as houseplants in offices and homes for two years and returns them to the mountains.

  • SUN METALON Inc.

    Sustainability

    https://sunmetalon.com/jp

    Aiming to decarbonize and reduce the cost of the metal industry, a metal 3D printer that can produce metal products at ultra-high speed and low cost is developed

  • Terrascope Japan Co., Ltd.

    Sustainability

    https://www.terrascope.com/ja/

    Global standard decarbonization SaaS platform to help measure and reduce carbon emissions across the supply chain

  • UBQ Materials Ltd.

    Sustainability

    https://www.ubqmaterials.com/

    Developing and providing sustainable plastic alternatives from waste

  • Yellow Duck Inc.

    Sustainability

    https://yellow-duck.jp/

    Developing 'Wave-DAC', An Autonomous Wave Energy Generation System that Designed to Move on Water

16:10 - 17:00

Startup Pitch|Agriculture & Food Tech

  • Circular Powder

    Agriculture & Food Tech

    https://circularpowder.com/

    Upcycle Surplus Wine into Alcohol-free, Antioxidant-rich Ingredients for Healthy Food and Beverages

  • eatas, Inc.

    Agriculture & Food Tech

    https://eatas-inc.com/

    Provides an app that uses data to promote behaviour change through nutrition and communication.

  • Eclipse Foods Japan Co., Ltd.

    Agriculture & Food Tech

    https://eclipsefoods.co.jp/

    Develop non-GMO, alternative dairy products from plant-based ingredients.

  • endophyte Inc.

    Agriculture & Food Tech

    https://endo-phyte.com/

    Research and Development Resources Utilizing Soil Microorganisms (DSE) that enables Plant Growth in All Environments.

  • Kinish

    Agriculture & Food Tech

    https://kini-sh.com/ja/

    Generating Milk Proteins from Rice Using Plant Molecular Agriculture Technology for Emission Reduction

  • Kisui Tech

    Agriculture & Food Tech

    https://kisui.ai/

    Developing Off-Road Autonomous AI Robots for Next-Generation Agriculture

  • PFxBiotech, LDA

    Agriculture & Food Tech

    https://pfxbiotech.com/

    Powered by biology and precision fermentation to manufacture human milk protein ingredients.

  • KULBAY

    Agriculture & Food Tech

    https://poco-foods.com/

    Produces Guilt-free, Low-calorie, Low-carb, Low-fat Ice Cream with High-protein

  • Quantum Flowers & Foods Co., Ltd.

    Agriculture & Food Tech

    https://qff.jp/

    Develops "Speedy Breeding" which has the highest mutation rate of all types of radiation.

  • WAKU Co., Ltd.

    Agriculture & Food Tech

    https://wakuwakudriven.com/

    Provide Fertilizers with Oxidized Glutathione that Enhance Plants' CO2 Fixation

Day 2 / 30 October (Wednesday)

10:00 - 10:20

Opening Session

10:40 - 11:00

2025 Consumer Market Trends in Asia and the U.S.

A deep dive into consumer trends emerging globally from East to West. By discussing case studies from Asia and the United States, this session will dive into what’s changing in e-commerce, media, and social. In this session, Ms. Connie Chan, a Board Partner at a16z, will share the consumer trends they are closely watching.

11:00 - 11:20

Journeys, Lessons and Expectations from Three Global Powerhouse Investors

In this session, three seasoned venture capitalists will share their personal journeys into the world of venture capital, revealing the key lessons they've learned along the way. They will provide insights into the evolving landscape of venture investing, the challenges they’ve faced, and the strategies that led to their success. Additionally, the panel will explore emerging trends and discuss their expectations for the future of the industry. Whether you are an aspiring investor or a startup founder, this session will offer valuable perspectives on navigating and thriving in the venture capital space.

11:30 - 12:00

The Essentials of the University Startup Ecosystem from a Global Perspective

Deep tech such as generative AI, semiconductors, biotechnology, and new materials, is a growing investment fever around the world. Universities have also attracted attention as a promissing source of deep tech today. The university startup ecosystem in Japan is, however, still in a development phase. In this session, Mr. Keisuke Goda, a professor at universities in Japan, the U.S., and China, as well as a board member of three deep tech startups, is invited to explore tips for the development of Japan from the global perspective.

12:50 - 13:30

From Japan to the World: How Oishii is Shaping Global Startup Success

What are the most important factors in managing a global startup? What lies beyond large-scale fundraising, and what are the future challenges? In line with industry trends, Oishii Farm completed a Series B funding of 20 billion yen in 2024. We will be discussing the company’s future with Mr. Koga, who founded the company in New York shortly after studying abroad in the U.S.

13:50 - 14:20

Unlocking Global Success: Lessons from Japanese Entrepreneurs in the U.S.

While Japan is making a national effort to accelerate the creation of unicorns, domestic startups are required to compete globally from an early stage. We will invite entrepreneurs who are taking on challenges on the West Coast and East Coast of the United States to talk about the HARD THINGS they've faced overseas and tips for Japanese startups to succeed abroad.

14:40 - 15:10

AI Development Frontline: Unveiling Emerging Trends and Future Prospects

In recent years, the spotlight has been on generative AI, but what groundbreaking technologies are now gaining traction in the global AI landscape? Join world-renowned AI experts as they dive deep into the latest innovations shaping the future of AI. From cutting-edge advancements to navigating the ethical and social challenges of AI development, this session will provide invaluable insights into where AI is headed and how businesses can stay ahead in this rapidly evolving field. Don’t miss the chance to hear from the minds leading the next wave of AI innovation!

15:30 - 16:00

Silicon Innovation: Elevating Japan’s Deeptech Startups to Global Leadership

This session will focus on building vibrant, world-class deep tech startups in Japan, leveraging state-of-the-art silicon technology as a key driver. The discussion will explore how Japan can become a global hub for collaboration in advanced silicon and its various applications. Industry experts will share insights on fostering innovation, enhancing global partnerships, and the potential for Japan to lead in the development of cutting-edge technologies. Attendees will discover opportunities for growth, collaboration, and the strategic role that advanced silicon technology can play in transforming Japan’s startup ecosystem into a global leader in deep tech innovation.

16:20 - 16:40

The evolution of data security & compliance in the age of AI

This session explores how AI is transforming data security strategies and compliance frameworks. It covers emerging risks, challenges, and best practices for safeguarding sensitive information while staying compliant with evolving regulations. The session will explore the rise of AI as a catalyst to automate security processes, manage risk, and ensure privacy in an increasingly data-driven world.

16:40 - 17:00

Tim Hwang’s Founding Story of Building FiscalNote into a unicorn

Tim Hwang is the Chairman, CEO, and Co-founder of FiscalNote, a global technology and media company providing policy information through AI-driven insights and data. FiscalNote serves over 4,000 clients, including half of the Fortune 100. Under Tim's leadership, the company raised over $230 million from investors like The Economist, S&P Global, and Mark Cuban. Before FiscalNote, Tim worked on the Obama ’08 campaign and was elected to the Montgomery County Board of Education, managing a $4 billion budget. A Princeton graduate, he’s been featured in Forbes 30 Under 30, CNN’s Top 10 Startups, and more. Tim will share his entrepreneurial journey and advice for young founders.

17:00 - 17:10

Keys to Success: Growth Insights from Unicorn Founders

In this short session, through candid conversations, unicorn founders from Big ID and Fiscal Note, will discuss the challenges they faced, pivotal moments in their growth, and key strategies that led to their success. Attendees will gain valuable insights into scaling a business, navigating funding rounds, and fostering innovation, while learning actionable lessons to apply to their own entrepreneurial endeavors. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business leader, this session will offer a unique look into what it takes to become a unicorn.

10:40 - 11:40

Startup Pitch|Digital Innovation

  • CETRAS

    Digital Innovation

    https://cetras.co.jp/

    Operation of a video distribution platform that enables the extraction and trading of drive recorder videos taken at “this time and place

  • CHANGE ViSiON Ltd.

    Digital Innovation

    https://www.changevision.jp/

    Outdoor 3D media business, naked-eye 3D video production, projection mapping, LED vision sales business

  • DATAFLUCT, Inc.

    Digital Innovation

    https://datafluct.com/

    Supporting sustainable decision-making through advanced data science projects utilizing AI, unstructured data, satellite information

  • datagusto Inc.

    Digital Innovation

    https://www.datagusto.ai/

    Datagusto is the AI data discovery platform that detects inconsistencies and synchronization problems in data flows

  • Eichiii

    Digital Innovation

    https://eichiii.co.jp/

    AI-powered corporate platform for automating administrative tasks and enhancing productivity.

  • iPresence Co.,Ltd.

    Digital Innovation

    https://ipresence.jp/

    Provides teleportation services with one-touch access to spaces around the world using digital twins and tele-robots.

  • Mind AI Inc.

    Digital Innovation

    https://mindx.mind.ai/

    Developing and Providing an AI Engine that Converts Natural Language into New Data Structures for Human-like Reasoning

  • Miraisens, Inc

    Digital Innovation

    https://www.miraisens.com/ja/

    Research and development, commercialization, and application services of proprietary 3D tactile sensing technology.

  • Novars, Inc.

    Digital Innovation

    https://mimamori.novars.jp/

    Providing monitoring service "watch-over battery service" based on uasge data from everyday household appliances

  • syn2core

    Digital Innovation

    https://syn2core.com/

    Develops an AI co-pilot that interacts through smart glasses with frontline workers in automotive assembly and inspection to minimize human errors.

  • Whoscall Co., Ltd

    Digital Innovation

    https://whoscall.com/ja

    Providing Whoscall, a spam call and SMS prevention app developed by Taiwan's Gogolook

  • Yank Technologies, Inc

    Digital Innovation

    https://www.yanktechnologies.com/

    Developing wireless power solutions for automobiles, industrial robots, equipment, and personal devices such as mobile phones.

13:30 - 14:20

Startup Pitch|Financial Technologies

  • AKUR8 SAS.

    Financial Services

    https://www.akur8.com/

    SaaS for Automating and Optimizing Premium Calculation Processes

  • Beatrust Corporation

    Financial Services

    https://corp.beatrust.com/

    Platform to promote autonomous collaboration among employees within a company

  • Climate Finance Asia

    Financial Services

    https://www.climatefinanceasia.com/

    A Mission-driven Consultancy in Sustainable Finance Helping Businesses Tackle Climate Challenges

  • CustIntCo Pte. Ltd.

    Financial Services

    https://insightgenie.ai/

    InsightGenie provides innovative credit risk assessments for financial inclusion

  • KortValuta

    Financial Services

    https://kortvaluta.com/

    A fintech company creating a new business domain by combining "payments" and "health."

  • LIFE FAB, Inc.

    Financial Services

    https://lifefab.co.jp/

    Provides a financial dashboard that visualizes the money needed for 100 years of life

  • Sprout.ai Limited

    Financial Services

    https://sprout.ai/

    We provide software that automates and streamlines claims processing tasks in insurance companies us

  • Toonimo

    Financial Services

    https://www.toonimo.com/

    Toonimo: Streamline digital adoption with real-time in-app guidance via text & patented audio-visual

  • FNZ Japan

    Financial Services

    https://fnz.com/

    Empowers financial institutions to deliver personalized wealth management solutions.

14:30 - 15:20

Startup Pitch|Healthcare

  • Altura X

    Healthcare

    https://altura.co.jp/

    Our product is to integrate medical specialized CRM for hospital with apps.

  • Any-Edge Inc.

    Healthcare

    https://viamonte1114.wixsite.com/website

    World's first real-time MEMS device for a 2-second periodontal disease check

  • BiPSEE, Inc.

    Healthcare

    https://bipsee.co.jp/

    Digital Psychiatric Treatment Using AR and VR

  • DeaLive

    Healthcare

    https://allmylife-jp.com/

    Predict cancer treatments’ side effects, manage symptoms and nutritional intake for cancer patients

  • ERISA Co., Ltd.

    Healthcare

    https://www.erisa.co.jp/

    Developed AI for brain MRI analysis and provides early detection for dementia and Health Check-up Services

  • Lasiina

    Healthcare

    https://lasiina.com/

    Develop data-enabled services to improve women's quality of life, including devices and software

  • Natsume Reserch Institute,Co.,Ltd

    Healthcare

    https://www.natsumelab.co.jp/

    Development and provision of state-of-the-art pupil response analysis technology

  • PGV Co., Ltd.

    Healthcare

    https://www.pgv.co.jp/

    Providing a Patch-type EEG Device and EEG AI that Balance Accuracy and Usability

  • Pittan Inc.

    Healthcare

    https://www.pittan.life/lang/jp

    A Simple and Low-cost Sweat Component Analysis Service to Support Healthy Aging

  • Pleap Inc.

    Healthcare

    https://pleap.jp/

    Developing 'Medimo,' an AI tool that reduces workload by automatically generating medical records from consultation audio.

  • Yukashikado Inc.

    Healthcare

    https://www.yukashikado.co.jp/

    Providing 'TYPE FOOD', to Discover and Choose Foods Specifically Tailored to Your Body's Unique Needs

15:30 - 16:20

Startup Pitch|Advanced Materials

  • AI SILK CORPORATION

    Advanced Materials

    https://www.ai-silk.com/

    Developing "LEAD SKIN", a Highly Functional Conductive Fiber with Proprietary Technology

  • Behomal,Co.,Ltd

    Advanced Materials

    https://www.behomal.co.jp/

    Developing Biomass CO2 Absorbent, an Additive for Plastics that Absorbs CO2

  • CARBON FLY, Inc.

    Advanced Materials

    https://carbonfly.co.jp/

    Production technology for various shapes of carbon nanotubes with uniform standards and high purity

  • FiberCraze Co., Ltd

    Advanced Materials

    https://www.fibercraze.com/ja

    Technology that traps ingredients by creating nano-sized holes in films and fibers

  • Nano Chemix Inc.

    Advanced Materials

    https://co-hr-innovation.jp/entrepreneur/nanochemix/

    Producing Transparent Composite Materials by Nanodispersion Technology

  • Taiwan Carbon Shuttle Technology Co., Ltd.

    Advanced Materials

    https://twcst.com.tw/

    Developing Membranes Capable of Recovering a Variety of Precious Metals Including Gold

  • Thermalytica Inc

    Advanced Materials

    https://www.thermalytica.com/

    Developing Insulation Material "TIISA" and Ultra-high Temperature Thermal Barrier Coatings

  • TopoLogic Inc.

    Advanced Materials

    https://www.topologic.jp/

    Development of innovative thermo-electric devices using new quantum physics based materials.

  • VSION, Inc.

    Advanced Materials

    http://www.vsionplay.com/

    Developing and manufacturing PDLC film, a material for smart windows

Outline

Event Name Japan Summit
Price
Regular Ticket: ¥15,000
Media Ticket: FREE

*Tickets are valid for two days.

Date/Time October 29, 2024 13:00-17:30
October 30, 2024 10:00-17:30
*Networking available after 5:30 PM.
Location Tokyo Innovation Base [ Google Map ]
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