Japan Startup × Silicon Valley 3rd Meetup 2025

Japan Startup × Silicon Valley Meetup : High-impact networking and cross-border collaboration for leading entrepreneurs, startups, investors, and engineers. Engage with Japanese startup CEOs (major corporate partners) and influential investors; gain insights into AI and tech trends.

Date & Time: October 28, 15:00 – 18:00
Venue: Ding Ding TV, Silicon Valley
Language: English (All sessions conducted in English)

[Participation Achivement]

Montana Department of Commerce, Mizuho Bank VC, Nomura Research Institute VC, Ajinomoto VC

Ex-Google, Amazon, Carnegie Mellon University, Alpha Gen AI, ScreenCandi, Oppkey,hyperspec ai, AI Tensors, DLA Piper LLP etc...

[Admission: free]
Additionally, all attendees will be entered into a drawing to win a wonderful souvenir from Japan!

[Program Schedule]

15:00 – 15:05 Opening Remarks – JAIC Owada
15:05 – 15:15 Pitch – Montana (Mr. Frederic)
15:15 – 15:30 Pitch – Deeli.AI (Mr. Alan)
15:30 – 16:00 Mini Pitches – 10 Startups from Japan & Silicon Valley
16:00 – 16:05 Closing Remarks – JAIC Motohara
16:05 – 18:00 Pizza & Chat – Networking Session

[Reasons to join]

• Direct Access to Leaders – Engage with Japanese startup CEOs who are seldom accessible outside of Japan.
• Influential Investor Presence – Meet top-tier investors and VCs, including some of Japan’s largest.
• Cross-Border Opportunities – Discover new business prospects between Japan and Silicon Valley.
• Technology & AI Insights – Learn about the latest developments shaping the future of innovation.
• Casual Networking – Strengthen relationships over an informal pizza gathering.

[Highlights from Past Events]

• Successful AI startups launched in Silicon Valley
• Secured investments totaling over $500K
• Special Pitches from ex-GAFA, and Gov.
• Built strong partnerships between Silicon Valley and Japan
• See past year’s outcomes here:
  https://docs.google.com/document/d/124oHlOagc4XkjLfnQVxiJf-cxACWlDsFqO_wSHdkL6A/edit?usp=sharing

Join us for an inspiring afternoon where Japan’s innovation meets Silicon Valley’s entrepreneurial spirit!

Whether you are seeking strategic partnerships, funding opportunities, or market insights, this meetup is the place to connect with the right people in the right environment.