seriously aiming to
scale their business
Entry deadline: Monday, June 29
A startup's next stage of growth lies beyond co-creation.
Strength cannot be measured solely by superior technology, products, or rapid growth.
STARTUP PITCH is a contest where startups compete not only on their inherent strength,
but also on how greatly they can expand their business potential through co-creation
and how large the business opportunities they can create.
What is evaluated is not a polished presentation or a one-sided proposal.
For your current business, what kind of partners and what kind of assets can you combine
to open up what kind of markets and customer touchpoints?
Your vision, clarity of execution, and business growth potential will be tested.
The ones taking this stage are not merely “strong startups.”
We invite challengers who, with co-creation as their weapon, seek to redraw their own growth trajectory.
Benefits
What you can gain
- 1
Collaboration with Large Corporations / Local Governments
We create new opportunities to connect with major corporations and local governments, broadening the scope for co-creation and helping you shape your next move.
- 2
Feedback from Top-tier Judges
Industry-leading judges assess your strengths and co-creation vision and share direct feedback, giving you fresh perspectives and concrete ways to sharpen your business.
- 3
Media Exposure
We open up opportunities to get the word out through the media, showcasing your business and ambitions to a wider audience and helping raise your profile.


Requirements
Eligibility
We are looking for startups that want to take their services further through co-creation and create new impact across society and industry.
- Be a startup company
- Position co-creation as the next growth strategy in addition to standalone growth
- Have a certain level of uniqueness and growth potential in your business, technology, or product
- Aim to expand business potential and generate new business opportunities through co-creation
- Be available for the mentoring sessions and contest dates designated by the secretariat
Category
Application Categories
Social Infrastructure & Industrial Systems
Improving sustainability of social and industrial foundations

Mobility

Automation

Lifestyle & Healthcare
Improving the quality of health, life and work


Well-being

Environment & Sustainability
Reducing environmental impact and building a sustainable society

Upcycle

Climate Action

Renewables

Ecosystem
FEATURED MEMBERS
Judges & Co-Creation Partners
Atsushi Tamura
- TV Personality

Ayuko Nakamura
- eiicon Co., Ltd.
- CEO

Naoto Ohitsu
- Midas Capital Partners, Inc.
- Senior Managing Partner
- Former Managing Executive Officer, Mizuho Bank, Ltd.

Minoru Moriya
- New Business Developer®

Coming Soon
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Requirements
Application Guidelines
- Schedule
- Until Mon, Jun 29: Entry period
Until mid-July: Document and interview screening
Late July: Announcement of selected pitch companies
Fri, Sep 11: Main event
- Application Deadline
- June 29 (Mon), 2026, 17:00 (JST)
- How to Apply
- Please apply via the application form below
- Contact
- OI STARTUP PITCH 2026 Secretariat
su-pitch-ois2026@eiicon.net
Entry deadline: Monday, June 29


OUTLINE
- Date & Time
- Method of Conduct
Online/Offline Hybrid Event
- Venue
Akasaka Intercity Conference
〒107-0052 3F & 4F, Akasaka Intercity, 1-8-1 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
With excellent access via the underground network connecting Tameike-Sanno Station and National Diet Building Station, you can reach us without getting wet even on rainy days.