Do you have a groundbreaking idea that you believe has the potential to change the world? Are you looking for a platform to showcase your innovation to a global audience? Look no further than the Japan Challenge!
The Japan Challenge is a pitch contest designed specifically for early stage deep tech startups based in Japan. This exciting event will take place in September 2023, providing a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs to showcase their cutting-edge technologies and compete for recognition and prizes.
Not only will participants have the chance to pitch their ideas to a panel of distinguished judges, but they will also be able to network with fellow entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts from around the world. And with the contest conducted entirely in English, this is a perfect opportunity for startups to expand their reach and gain global exposure.
So, what are you waiting for? Apply now for the Japan Challenge and take your startup to the next level!
Based on a new technology, a scientific discovery, or a complex engineering process.
Addressing an unmet industrial, societal, or environmental need, or creating a new market.
Composed of a team of at least 2 people.
Not a subsidiary or spin-off of an existing company.
Be endorsed as one of the best deep tech startups in Japan and get access to worldwide exposure and visibility
Build strong relationships with deep tech focused investors, industry leaders, experts and fellow entrepreneurs from around the globe
Get fast-tracked to the finals at Hello Tomorrow APAC Challenge 2022 in Singapore
Win your plane ticket to the next Global Summit in Paris, the epicenter of the deep tech world. You will be invited to the Investor Days, and get exposure and visibility during the Summit and on social media
Simply articulate the problem you’re solving and the promise your solution holds, and apply!
As a Japanese startup, you are in for the Japan Challenge!
Apply for deep tech pioneer on the Hello Tomorrow Website. As a Japanese startup, you are in for the Japan Challenge!
Startup applications will be screened and evaluated by a Jury of experts form the industry. You will be notified of your selection for the Japan Finals by the end of August 2023
A selection of the best startups will be invited to pitch for the Japan Finals in front of a deep tech focused audience of investors, industry leaders, experts and fellow entrepreneurs from Japan. The winner will receive a plane ticket to attend the next Paris Global Summit and Investor Days
GRAND WINNER
– One plane ticket + two Premium tickets to attend the 2024 Global Summit in Paris
– Free access to the Hello Tomorrow Investor Day 2024
– Training sessions with the Hello Tomorrow Japan team to participate on the summit and investor day: review of pitch deck, pitch training…
– Automatic eligibility & saved pre-application to the Global Challenge
– Global exposure and visibility on Hello Tomorrow and Hello Tomorrow Japan social media
APAC FAST TRACK
Get fast-tracked to the finals at Hello Tomorrow APAC Challenge 2023 in Singapore and get a chance to participate in SLINGSHOT
