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Promoting Business Development through Corporate Collaboration

Tokyo has embarked on a new initiative aimed at fostering collaboration between startups and major corporations by leveraging the research and development resources held by these large businesses. This venture seeks to encourage open innovation and propel the growth of new enterprises within the region. Today, we are pleased to announce the selection of major corporations participating in this program and the opening of applications for startups and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) wishing to engage in business development utilizing these resources.

Participating Corporations

The following five major companies have been confirmed to participate in this initiative:

• - Teijin Pharma Limited
• - TPR Co., Ltd.
• - NEC Corporation
• - Pacific Consultants Co., Ltd.
• - Riken Technos Corporation

For detailed information regarding the facilities and potential matching opportunities, please visit our project's website.

Call for Startups and SMEs

We are currently seeking startups and small enterprises aiming to develop their businesses in collaboration with the aforementioned major corporations. Through the use of these companies' facilities and resources, participants can accelerate their projects and create synergies within the Tokyo business environment.

Eligibility Criteria

• - The applicant must be a small enterprise registered in Tokyo.
• - Startups should be keen on leveraging the growth opportunities within Tokyo and collaborating with local companies; applicants must be within ten years of their founding at the time of application.

Support Provided

• - Guidance on necessary procedures for initiating the use of facilities, including aspects such as information management, intellectual property, and contract establishment.
• - Assistance in establishing partnerships, including support for joint research initiatives with major corporations.
• - Financial support to cover the facility usage fees charged by the large companies, pending a separate agreement with the Tokyo metropolitan government.

Schedule (Tentative)

Application Period

From October 16, 2025, to December 1, 2025.

• - Following applications, selected startups will undergo a document screening process conducted by representatives from the participating corporations and external experts. A few startups will be chosen for matching with each major corporation.

Information Sessions and Networking Events

To support this initiative, we are organizing information sessions for potential applicants from startups and SMEs. Additionally, a networking event will be open to a wider audience, including business enterprises, venture capitalists, and financial institutions, where selected businesses can interact and explore collaborative opportunities.

Information Session Details

Date: October 31, 2025 (Friday) 15:00 - 16:00 (Online)
Content: Overview of the program, application criteria, application procedures, and evaluation criteria.
Registration: Please register through the designated application form available on the project website.

Networking Event Details

Date: November 10, 2025 (Monday) 17:00 - 19:30 (Doors open at 16:30)
Location: Tokyo Innovation Base, 2nd Floor ROOM (3-8-3 Marunouchi, Chiyoda, Tokyo)
Program (Tentative): Tokyo Cross Lab Reverse Pitch ~ Growth Strategies for Startups Using Assets ~

• - 17:00 - Opening remarks and program overview
• - 17:15 - Reverse pitches from selected major companies detailing their facility availability and collaboration intentions
• - 17:50 - Announcement on public recruitment details
• - 18:00 - Panel discussion on leveraging corporate facilities for startup growth strategies featuring VCs and legal experts
• - 18:30 - Group discussions for individual consultations with selected companies
• - 19:00 - Networking opportunities
• - 19:25 - Closing remarks

Registration: Interested participants can register through the event application form available on the project website.

This initiative is part of the '2050 Tokyo Strategy', focusing on promoting entry and investment into growth industries.

Contact Information

For general inquiries regarding the program, please contact the Industry and Labor Bureau’s Industry and Energy Policy Division. For support details, call the Open Innovation Promotion Office utilizing large corporate assets.

This program is managed by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government in collaboration with Deloitte Tohmatsu Risk Advisory LLC.