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VCIPAS Program Launch Event

On May 15, 2026, the Japan Patent Office will host the first public seminar for the VCIPAS (Venture Capital Intellectual Property Advisory Program) from 1 PM to 3:30 PM, designed to enhance investment strategies through intellectual property expertise. This event will focus on how to leverage generative AI in due diligence processes when evaluating potential investments.

The VCIPAS program aims to strengthen startups by sending experts in intellectual property—such as patent attorneys and lawyers—to provide support linked to business strategies for both pre-investment and post-investment stages. The insights gained from this program will accelerate growth opportunities for startups, making them more attractive to venture capitalists.

Event Overview

• - Date & Time: May 15, 2026 (Friday), 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
• - Format: Hybrid (On-site participation or YouTube live stream)
• - Venue: TOKYO VENTURE CAPITAL HUB, 5th Floor, Azabudai Hills Garden Plaza, 5-9-1 Toranomon, Minato City, Tokyo

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Schedule

• - 1:00 PM - 1:05 PM: Opening Remarks from the Japan Patent Office
• - 1:05 PM - 1:20 PM: Introduction to VCIPAS by the Secretariat
• - 1:20 PM - 2:00 PM: Seminar 1: "Due Diligence Steps for Intellectual Property in Investment Decisions" presented by Takuya Ishii, Partner Patent Attorney at Serio International Patent Office
• - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Seminar 2: "Enhancing IP Due Diligence Efficiencies with Generative AI" presented by Yoshihide Kakubuchi and Akihisa Todomoto from Lexceed Tech
• - 3:00 PM - 3:10 PM: Q&A Session
• - 3:10 PM - 3:15 PM: Announcement regarding applications
• - 3:15 PM - 3:30 PM: Consultation session about the public offering (Only for in-person attendees)

How to Participate

• - Registration Link: Register here
• - Capacity:

- On-site: First 40 registrants
- Online (YouTube): No limit

Inquiries

For further information about the VCIPAS program, please contact the VCIPAS Secretariat (Deloitte Tohmatsu LLC).

• - Contact Persons: Reina Takahashi, Kota Nakamura, Nana Nishida
• - Address: 3-2-3 Marunouchi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0005
• - Email: [email protected]

This event promises to deliver valuable insights on integrating intellectual property considerations into investment decisions, particularly through the innovative use of generative AI technologies. Attendees will gain access to the "Intellectual Property Due Diligence Manual for Capitalists," highlighting techniques for prompt creation and examples of generated outputs relevant to IP tasks. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your understanding of how intellectual property can play a pivotal role in startup investments.