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JAPANESE STARTUPS

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September 20

2023

Coast Coal Harbour Vancouver
Hotel by APA

Event Time

5:30 - 7:30 PM

Event Agendas

  • Pitches by Japanese Startup Companies
  • Presentation by Japanese VC on Japan’s Startup Trends
  • Fireside Chat by 4 guest speakers
  • Networking with over 50+ guests and participants

startups' industries include

  • Image Processing
  • Flying vehicle
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Semiconductor
  • Forestry
  • Corporate Management Software

…and more

Food and drink will be served for free. VALET parking ($10) also available.

Speakers

Kenji Kutsuna

Kobe University

Koji Iga

NTT Media Supply

Hiroyuki Miyagawa

Optima Ventures

presentations and insights

START-UP ENVIRONMENT IN JAPAN

Explore the dynamic, innovative ecosystem of Japanese start-ups analyzed and presented by a Japanese VC

DISTINCTIVE IPO TRENDS

Understand unique patterns shaping Japan's IPO market, driving transformation and new opportunities.

PITCHES BY 12 JAPANESE VENTURES

Witness vibrant pitches by Japanese ventures showcasing breakthrough ideas.

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Kansai-based VC and startup team of Japan "Exploring Expansion to Canada" will be visiting Vancouver from September 17th to 20th

2023/07/15(Sat)

After the Japanese economy has been stagnant for 30 straight years, the market begins changes with young entrepreneurs leading new trend of the unique start-ups and steadily growing presence.

In recent times, along with biotech, semiconductor, and AI sectors, the initial public offerings (IPOs) of Anime V-Tubers and hololive production companies have garnered significant attention in the venture capital industry, enhancing their capital market recognitions.

The Government also announced to unveil plans in 2021 for a ¥10 trillion (US$75 billion) national endowment fund to spur innovation and inspire venture investment. Prominent overseas investors such as Sequoia Capital, T. Rowe Price, and Pavilion Capital have also been investing in domestic startups.

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Kansai-based VC and startup team of Japan “Exploring Expansion to Canada” will be visiting Vancouver from September 17th to 20th.

2023/07/15(Sat)

After the Japanese economy has been stagnant for 30 straight years, the market begins changes with young entrepreneurs leading new trend of the unique start-ups and steadily growing presence.

In recent times, along with biotech, semiconductor, and AI sectors, the initial public offerings (IPOs) of Anime V-Tubers and hololive production companies have garnered significant attention in the venture capital industry, enhancing their capital market recognitions.

The Government also announced to unveil plans in 2021 for a ¥10 trillion (US$75 billion) national endowment fund to spur innovation and inspire venture investment. Prominent overseas investors such as Sequoia Capital, T. Rowe Price, and Pavilion Capital have also been investing in domestic startups.

We are pleased to announce that a delegation of 13 VC and entrepreneurs from the Kansai region of Japan will be visiting Vancouver for four days starting from September 17th.

With the aim of exploring opportunities for international business relationship and VC venture finance into or from Canada, the delegation intends to engage in partnership collaborations and exchanges with local startup companies and venture capital firms.

About delegation’s leader:

The delegation is led by Professor Katsuna from Kobe University, who is widely recognized as a leading master in Japanese entrepreneurial finance and innovation and serves a director of Japan Investment Corporation (JIC). the Government venture investment fund. With over 300 disciples, he has trained numerous entrepreneurs, venture capitalists and business leaders, many of whom have achieved remarkable success in the global market.

About the summary of the delegation:

The major participating companies include highly regarded Edge AI semiconductor ventures from Europe and the United States, a venture called “AirCar” (a flying car) originated from Tokushima University, utilization of vacant houses for international student sharing, as well as the latest Japanese venture investments and IPO successes by independent venture capitalists. These entries cover a diverse and unique range of business categories, presenting possibilities for cross-border collaborations.

About summary of the schedule:

 Length of stay

Arrive Sep 17, leave Sep 21/ 4 days.

 Objective

Develop business relationship with startups and VC into or from Canada