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Landing Pad 2024
Landing Pad 2024
Deliver the solutions of tomorrow – Aichi Prefecture is looking for startups with innovative environmental sustainability / GX and manufacturing solutions to collaborate with leading companies!
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We are recruiting Innovative Startups!
Participate in a business matchmaking program for an opportunity to join the Japanese market.
We are seeking startups with groundbreaking solutions in the fields of Environmental Sustainability and Manufacturing.
Starting from October 2024, Aichi Prefecture will begin operating "STATION Ai," Japan's largest startup support base, supporting the nurturing and international expansion of local startups, as well as providing support for startups from both domestic and international origins. Through this program, we aim to promote open innovation between startups from Japan and abroad, as well as companies within Aichi Prefecture.
The ultimate goal of the program is to promote partnerships and collaborations between companies in Aichi Prefecture, aiming to create new businesses and corporate entities. The program incentives include mentoring and follow-up support needed for entering Japan. Participation in this program is free of charge.
For startups aiming for new challenges in the Japanese market, collaborating with Aichi Prefecture companies presents an excellent opportunity to seize business opportunities in Japan.
Do not miss this chance, apply now!
THEMES
TIMELINE
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Application Phase
Friday, July 19 ~
Tuesday, Sept. 17 2024Register an account and submit the application form before the deadline.
Early Bird submission is until Sept. 3rd! -
Selection Phase
Wed, Sept. 18 ~
Thu, Sept. 26 2024Expert judges will review your submission.
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Announcement
Fri, Sept. 27 2024
Selected startups will be announced on this day.
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Matching Program
Oct. 1 ~ Dec. 2024
Selected startups will have the opportunity to experience a unique and eventful program.
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Demo-day
November 25, 2024
Demo day will be held within the Matching Program duration.
INCENTIVES
Mentoring & More
Japan Market Education Programs
Helping companies refine their business models and improve their strategies through expert advice and feedback. We offer educational programs on entering the Japanese market and more.
Use Cases Creation Support
We work together to create specific use cases to concretize how our technologies and solutions can contribute to real-world business and strengthen your ability to make proposals to your clients.
Business Matching Support
We support business matching with major companies and manufacturers in Aichi Prefecture. Through networking events and individual meetings, we will assist business expansion by creating partnership and collaboration opportunities.
Follow-ups
We will continue to provide ongoing support even after the program ends. Through regular follow-up with mentors and the provision of resources to support growth, we aim for long-term success.
Participating Companies
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Mizkan
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Fuji
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Techno Horizon
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RTOKAIRIKA
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Musashi
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Aisin
The Demo Day
Nov 25, 2024, 7:00pm ~ 9:30 JST
Venue: STATION Ai
Demo Day is an event that provides an opportunity for overseas startups participating in the Landing Pad 2024 program to connect with business enterprises and cooperating partner companies in Aichi Prefecture with the aim of full-scale development in the Japanese market. We invite you to experience the moment when innovative ideas and synergies are born at this event. On the day of the event, each startup will present their business model and solution. This will be followed by a networking session where you can interact with the startups and enjoy the exhibition of their products and services.
