Announcing Pitch Events: Immersion Programs for Startup Global Expansion
August 19, 2025
Each year, NEDO organize two start-up acceleration programs called the Immersion Programs, where we select a number of Japanese startups to assist them with expanding into their intended global markets.
We are pleased to announce the upcoming Pitch Events where these selected startups will be given the opportunities to pitch —those targeting the U.S. markets will do so as part of our Silicon Valley Immersion Program (SVIP), while those targeting the European market will do so as part of our Europe Immersion Program (EIP)
The selected startups who will be visiting Silicon Valley and Paris are currently preparing for their business development activities. Each startup is accelerating its efforts to refine strategies and solutions for successful market entry.
This event offers a valuable opportunity to gain insight into the global strategies of cutting-edge startups and explore innovative solutions poised for international growth. We look forward to your attendance.
Event Information
Event Names | 〔1〕SVIP Pitch Event 〔2〕EIP Pitch Event |
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Event dates | 〔1〕Thursday, September 4 〔2〕Thursday, October 23 |
Event Schedules | Both sessions will be held from 17:00 to 20:00 16:45-:Reception 17:00-18:30:Pitch Event 18:30-20:00:Networking Session |
Venues | Kawasaki-NEDO Innovation Center(K-NIC) Access Address:5th Floor, Muza Kawasaki Central Tower, 1310 Omiya-cho, Saiwai-ku, Kawasaki-City, Kanagawa, Japan |
Participation Fee | Free |
Presentation Language | English |
Highlights |
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Overview of Programs
Startups Presenting at the Pitch Events
【SVIP】
- Developing and marketing vibration-based navigation devices that attach to shoes to assist the mobility of visually impaired individuals.
- Utilizing microbial genome analysis technology for drug discovery and food development.
- Developing communication support devices using brainwave technology.
- Conducting R&D in bio-manufacturing using microorganisms and light-control technologies.
- Developing CO₂ capture and reuse technologies based on gas separation membrane technology.
- Developing next-generation secondary batteries with high performance and safety.
- Developing new materials and devices utilizing ion-conductive membranes.
- Developing semiconductor materials and electrodes using synthetic diamonds.
【EIP】
1.3DC Inc.
- Battery material business with cutting-edge carbon, GMS
- Developing non-invasive dental treatment support technology that eliminates the need for tooth grinding.
- From Awareness to Action: Empowering Safer Spaces with Action Recognition AI
- Providing immersive mental health support systems using VR digital technology.
- Offering rehabilitation support systems using motion sensors and gamification.
- Developing and providing resource-recycling 3D printing construction methods that revolutionize productivity.
- Developing innovative, low-cost, high-quality mass production technology for gallium oxide single crystal substrates.
- Developing innovative medical devices to save the lives of patients on ventilators.
Registration Forms
Please register for the event using the Microsoft Forms link below.
- Deadline: By 5:00 PM JST, two days before the event
Program Overview and Achievements
SVIP has been held annually since 2015, and EIP since 2022.
By the end of FY2024, the two programs collectively supported the overseas expansion of approximately 90 startup companies.
For more information, please contact
NEDO Startup Support Department Global Business Support Section
immersion-pj@nedo.go.jp