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Japan Innovation Forum - Tokyo SusHi Night
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| With Keiichi Yoshimura (Dir. General, Tokyo Metro Govt), Satoshi Katahira (Ambassador, Consulate General of Japan), Jonathan Schulhof (EVP, NYCEDC), Jim Adler (Toyota Ventures), Sahil Jain (SVP, Newlab), Nobuhiro Seki (Monozukuri VC), Deborah Zajac (SOSV/Indie Bio), Tristan Bel (Anywhere VC). |
| Japan Society, 333 E 47th St |
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Jan 26 (Mon) , 2026 @ 03:00 PM
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Co-Hosts
Tokyo Metropolitan Government / Consulate General of Japan in New York
Partners
NYCEDC / City of Yokohama / Additional partners will be announced soon.
About the Event
Shaping the Future of Cities - Deep Tech & Investment Driving Japan - U.S. Collaboration
Where Breakthroughs Begin: Deep Tech Driving Japan - U.S. Co-Creation
Where Innovation Meets the City: Strategic Investment Powering Urban Resilience
As urbanization accelerates worldwide, cities are confronting unprecedented challenges - from the impacts of climate change to aging infrastructure. Addressing these complex issues requires bold ideas, cross-border collaboration, & targeted investment in transformative technologies.
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is committed to realizing sustainable cities powered by advanced technological innovation. Through its initiative, Sustainable High City Tech Tokyo (SusHi Tech Tokyo), Tokyo is driving forward cutting-edge solutions to urban challenges while highlighting the city's unique strengths & global vision.
This one-of-a-kind event will bring together visionary leaders, pioneering startups, investors, & policymakers from Japan & the United States to explore how our two nations can work together to shape the future of sustainable cities & showcase the dual lenses of Japan - U.S. co-creation & technology driven investment in tackling urban challenges. Through engaging discussions, inspiring keynotes, & dynamic pitches, we'll uncover actionable insights & spark partnerships that will transform urban living for generations to come.
Event Highlights
Keynotes
Panel Discussions
Reverse Pitch by Japanese Companies
Coffee Break & Networking
U.S. Startup Pitch Showcase
Kanpai & Networking Reception (Sushi & Sake)
Agenda
Coming soon - Stay tuned for the full schedule.
Admission
Free of Charge (Registration & Approval required)
Your registration includes complimentary coffee, networking sessions, & a Japan-inspired evening reception.
Call for Startups to participate in the pitch session
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Showcase your innovative solutions at the Japan Innovation Forum: The Cities Meet up for Tokyo SusHi Night! We're seeking U.S.-based startups addressing urban challenges with cutting-edge technologies to pitch their ideas & explore collaboration opportunities with Japanese companies.
Eligibility:
U.S.-based office & traction in the U.S. market.
Solutions for urban challenges (e.g., Climate Tech, infrastructure, mobility, bio/healthcare, AI, etc.).
Interest in collaborating with Japanese companies for global growth.
Why Apply?
Pitch to investors, Japanese corporations, & government officials.
Explore partnerships & expand into the Japanese market.
Pitch Duration: 4 minutes per company
Application Deadline: December 11, 2025, 6:00 PM EST
Apply now: https://forms.office.com/e/dcKZPGEckw
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