Oyashiru Wins Audience Award at ASAC's 20th Demo Day, Aims for Better Parent-Child Communication

Oyashiru Triumphs at ASAC's 20th Demo Day

Oyashiru Corporation, headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo, and led by CEO Isamu Takeda, proudly announces its victory at the 20th Demo Day of the Aoyama Startup Acceleration Center (ASAC) held on October 15, 2025. The company received the prestigious Audience Award, which recognizes the startup that resonates most with attendees, including investors, corporate representatives, and local government officials. This award signifies Oyashiru's dedication to tackling essential social issues regarding parent-child communication in Japan's increasingly aged society.

Event Overview

The ASAC's 20th Seed Program showcased 12 selected companies after five months of rigorous development. On Demo Day, these startups presented their business models, culminating in Oyashiru being honored with the Audience Award due to the impactful reception of its mission and unique approach.

Oyashiru stands out by focusing on the challenges of communication between parents and children, emphasizing the emotional nuances often left unspoken. The company conducts interviews facilitated by a neutral third party, allowing families to express their past experiences and future aspirations, thereby improving understanding and connection.

Isamu Takeda, the company's CEO, expressed his gratitude for the award, stating, "We are deeply honored to receive the Audience Award at ASAC's 20th Demo Day. The empathy we've garnered from investors, corporations, and local governments validates that communication challenges between parents and children—especially regarding caregiving, inheritance, and end-of-life discussions—are crucial topics in society today. Through this program, we've gained valuable growth opportunities as entrepreneurs while connecting with many individuals. We will continue to strive towards a society where 'regret-free parent-child relationships' can thrive, aiming to provide value to as many families as possible by enhancing our services and their quality."

About Oyashiru

Founded with the mission of fostering regret-free parent-child relationships, Oyashiru's core offering involves a unique interview service where a third party listens to parents share their life stories and wishes for the future. This process captures the essence of familial love and aspirations that often go unexpressed due to hesitation or social discomfort. Oyashiru aims to mitigate misunderstandings between parents and children, ensuring that cherished thoughts and crucial considerations related to end-of-life, caregiving, and inheritance are articulated and preserved.

Company Background

- Company Name: Oyashiru Corporation
- CEO: Isamu Takeda
- Location: Shibuya, Tokyo
- Business Focus: Interview services where third parties listen to parents' life histories and future wishes.
- Mission Statement: To create a society where regret-free parent-child relationships continue to flourish.

About ASAC

The Aoyama Startup Acceleration Center (ASAC) is an accelerator program designed to support seed-stage startups. Through mentoring, networking, and business development assistance, ASAC fosters the growth of the next generation of entrepreneurs.

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