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Startup JAPAN EXPO 2025 in Osaka

The Startup JAPAN EXPO 2025 is set to take place on December 17-18, 2025, at MyDome Osaka. This prominent exhibition stands as one of the largest platforms for startups in Japan, attracting around 12,000 attendees from various sectors, including business development, corporate venture capital (CVC), and project management from large enterprises across the country. The expo will provide fertile ground for collaboration and investment opportunities with around 450 exhibiting startups, showcasing cutting-edge solutions across fields like generative AI, deep tech, Web3, and marketing support.

What to Expect at Startup JAPAN EXPO 2025

1. Exhibition of Top Startups: The event will feature around 450 leading domestic and international startups, each presenting innovative solutions that push the boundaries of technology and industry.
2. High-Impact Conferences: Attendees will have the chance to learn from 60 esteemed speakers at conferences focused on successful collaborations between large enterprises and startups, equipping business leaders with valuable insights to take back to their companies.
3. Networking Opportunities: The expo offers various networking sessions where professionals facing similar challenges can exchange ideas, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.
4. DreamPitch Competition: This exciting initiative will showcase 70 startups, each passionately presenting their mission and vision, providing a glimpse into future innovations.
5. Booth Tours with International Startups: Attendees can participate in guided tours of booths featuring 40 noteworthy international startups from across Asia, allowing for unique business encounters and collaborative prospects.

Noteworthy Conference Featuring Esumat's Representative

One of the highlights of the expo will be a key conference featuring Hidetoshi Hayashi, the representative of Esumat, and the Chair of the Japan Manufacturing DX Association. Scheduled for December 17 from 13:05 to 13:45, this session will delve into overcoming the challenges of applying AI in manufacturing, alongside discussions with representatives from Ricoh and Hitachi.

Session Details:

• - Date & Time: December 17, 2025, from 13:05 to 13:45
• - Theme: 'How to Overcome AI Utilization Barriers in Manufacturing? – An Insight with Ricoh and Hitachi on Implementing Results in the Field'
• - Speakers:

- Yoshitaka Umezawa, Ricoh Co., Ltd.
- Ryo Kurokawa, Hitachi, Ltd.
- Hidetoshi Hayashi, Japan Manufacturing DX Association (Esumat Co., Ltd.)

Registration is required to participate in the event.
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We look forward to welcoming everyone to this extraordinary event!

Event Overview

• - Dates: December 17-18, 2025
• - Venue: MyDome Osaka
• - Organizer: ‘Eight’ business card application (Sansan, Inc.)
• - Format: In-person event only
• - Participation Method: Pre-registration required
• - Expo Access: Free entry
• - Registration Period: September 1, 2025 - December 18, 2025, until 17:00

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About Esumat Co., Ltd.

Esumat, formerly known as Smart Shopping, aims to revolutionize the flow of everyday goods through the development of IoT-driven solutions for inventory management and digital transformation (DX). The company offers a SaaS platform, SmartMat Cloud, which automates inventory management and stocktaking processes for B2B clients in manufacturing and healthcare sectors.

• - Company Name: Esumat Co., Ltd.
• - Address: 2-9-5 Higashi Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, Japan
• - Representatives: Takayuki Shiga / Hidetoshi Hayashi
• - Established: November 2014
• - Website: www.smartmat.io