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Niigata Prefecture's Startup Exchange Event at LiSH

On September 4, 2026, the picturesque Niigata Prefecture will host its innovative startup exchange event at LiSH, the Takanawa Gateway Link Scholars' Hub. Organized by the Niigata Prefecture with the collaboration of Community Mirai Brain Link Inc., this exciting event aims to foster networking among participating companies, including LiSH residents and businesses from the Tokyo metropolitan area.

This event is open to all, encouraging those interested in the Niigata startup ecosystem and the activities of LiSH to participate. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the initiatives of Niigata Prefecture and hear pitches from eight selected startups under the J-Startup NIIGATA program, showcasing the region's entrepreneurial talent.

Event Details

• - Date: September 4, 2026
• - Time: 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
• - Venue: LiSH Takanawa Gateway, LINKPILLAR 1 NORTH, 6th Floor, Workshop Room 1
• - Participation Fee: Free
• - Registration Deadline: September 2, 2026

Schedule

15:00 - Opening

• - Presentations from Niigata Prefecture, Niigata City, and new members of the regional innovation collaborative foundation (LiSH).
• - Business pitches from participating startups with Q&A sessions held during networking at booths.

16:00 - 18:00 - Closing

• - Networking with presenting companies at booths.

Although prior registration is encouraged through this link, walk-in attendees are also welcome to join the event on the day.

Featured Startups

1. AISEC Corporation
- Focused on analyzing health and medical data, aiding municipalities and companies in visualizing health issues and devising effective policies.
- Website

2. Dent-X Corporation
- Healthcare startup engaged in researching and implementing technology-driven oral care solutions.
- Website

3. Kokoromiru Corporation
- Offers ECG analysis services using wearable technology to visualize health risks such as arrhythmias.
- Website

4. LacuS Corporation
- Develops and provides complete nutritional products for seniors, including ice creams and soups.
- Website

5. ForestFolks Corporation
- Works on sustainable forest management, visualizing natural capital, and creating carbon credits.
- Website

6. UPCYCLE Technologies Inc.
- Transforms food waste, such as coffee grounds, into new materials and products, promoting resource circulation.
- Website

7. HUB SAUNA Corporation
- Engages in the import and sale of sauna products, planning, designing, and constructing sauna spaces.
- Website

8. Ice Rice Corporation
- Develops container-style snow rooms that utilize snow as an energy resource and plans snow room matured products.
- Website

About J-Startup NIIGATA

Launched in 2021, the J-Startup NIIGATA program identifies promising startups from Niigata that have the potential to expand nationally and globally. By fostering public-private collaboration, the program serves to increase the growth of this dynamic startup ecosystem, ultimately highlighting role models that emerge from Niigata. For more information about J-Startup NIIGATA, visit their website.

Join us for an engaging day of innovation, inspiration, and networking, and help shape the future of startups in Niigata!