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Exciting Innovations Showcase at MedTech Angels Season 5

On May 21, 2026, the culmination of MedTech-specific acceleration program, "MedTech Angels Season 5," will be celebrated at the Demo Day event. Hosted by Premo Partners Inc., headquartered in Tokyo, this event aims to highlight the achievements of six innovative medical technology startups that have participated in the program.

Event Overview

The Demo Day will kickoff at 1:30 PM at the Nihonbashi Life Science Hub E Conference Room, located on the 8th floor of the Chiba Gin Mitsui Building. The event will provide a platform for these startups to present their groundbreaking ideas in a pitch competition format, followed by presentations from past participants, also known as alumni, and a panel discussion.

This is an invaluable occasion for stakeholders in the MedTech ecosystem, including startups, investors, business corporations, and researchers. It’s a unique opportunity for meaningful information exchange and networking within the community.

Date and Time: May 21, 2026 (Wednesday) from 1:30 PM to 6:00 PM (Doors open at 1:00 PM)
Location: Nihonbashi Life Science Hub E Conference Room, 8th floor, Chiba Gin Mitsui Building, 1-5-5 Nihonbashi Muromachi, Chuo City, Tokyo
Capacity: In-person attendance limited to 150 participants (first come, first served) and online participation for 300 participants.
Registration: Free, with prior registration required. Sign up here. Please note that in-person attendees are required to present a business card upon arrival.

Participating Startups

The following startups will be presenting their innovative solutions:

• - Muscle Blueprints, Inc.: "Unlocking the 'Lock' of Airway"
• - CellFold Inc.: "Medical Device Development for ICS (Implantable Cell Scaffolds)"
• - Nocturne Inc.: "AI Development for Immediate Diagnosis of Obstructive Sleep Apnea"
• - ivec Inc.: "Minimally Invasive Intravenous Medical Devices for Thought-Based Communication"
• - MedCuration Inc.: "New Options for Pelvic Cancer Treatment–Development of NIPP-dedicated Medical Devices"
• - The University of Tokyo, Sekino Laboratory: "Innovating Magnetic Treatment for Depression Left Untreated"

Note: Presentations may change on the event day.

Program Schedule

• - 1:30 PM - Opening Remarks
• - 1:40 PM - Pitch Contest: Six startups in the MedTech and HealthTech sectors (including those in initial stages) will present their ideas, moderated by Yujiro Maeda, Co-founder and CSO of Premo Partners.
• - 3:10 PM - Lecture and Panel Discussion 1: “A Year of Season 4 Alumni” featuring CEO Chizuru Saeki (SONoALS Inc.) and Takafumi Kubota (Tohoku University Epilepsy Division).
• - 3:50 PM - Lecture and Panel Discussion 2: “Growth Paths of Season 2 Alumni” presented by Yuji Takeuchi (Direava Inc. CEO).
• - 4:30 PM - Award Ceremony and Closing Remarks
• - 5:00 PM - Networking Session: A chance for startups, investors, and business representatives to connect.
• - 6:00 PM - Event Conclusion

About MedTech Angels

"MedTech Angels" is an acceleration program initiated by Premo Partners Inc. aimed at fostering innovation within the medical technology sector. The program is tailored for early-stage entrepreneurs and researchers focused on commercializing medical devices, software, and healthcare services, providing practical support in areas such as business strategy, regulatory compliance, clinical development, and fundraising to facilitate the implementation of innovative healthcare technologies into society.

Contact Information

For inquiries, please reach out to the secretariat at: [email protected]
Director of Acceleration: Yujiro Maeda ([email protected])