Exciting Student Pitch Contest with 10 Million Yen Prize: Kanto Qualifiers at SusHi Tech Tokyo

The Student Pitch Championship 2025 Kanto Qualifiers

On May 10, 2025, the much-anticipated Student Pitch Championship 2025 Kanto Qualifiers and Panel Talk will take place at the Tokyo Big Sight during the SusHi Tech Tokyo event. This exciting competition is hosted by the YUME PRO 2025 Executive Committee and aims to support future entrepreneurs by offering an invaluable platform for them to showcase their innovative ideas. The event, which features a whopping prize of 10 million yen for the winners, draws significant attention each year.

Special Guest Speaker

Highlighting the lineup, Daiki Okai, the CEO of Luup, a prominent electric micro-mobility company, will be participating as a special panelist. His talk, titled “Creating New Transportation Infrastructure: Luup’s Innovations,” promises to provide insights into the future of urban transport and the critical role of innovative technologies in reshaping mobility.

Engaging Judges

The competition will be judged by a panel of esteemed business leaders known for their impressive track records in their respective industries. The judges include:

- Masaki Yamamoto, CEO and President of kubell
- Taro Nakajima, President of ROXX
- Aya Ozeki, CEO of Orinasu
- Ichihiko Ishikura, CFO and Executive Officer of Akatsuki

These experts are set to evaluate the enthusiastic pitches from students passionate about entrepreneurship.

Networking Opportunities

In addition to the pitches and discussions, there will be a Networking Session after the event, allowing students to connect directly with the judges and industry professionals. This presents a unique chance to forge valuable connections that could lead to future business opportunities.

Opening Remarks by Miyazaka

The event will be inaugurated by Manabu Miyazaka, the Deputy Governor of Tokyo and the Executive Chairman of the SusHi Tech Tokyo 2025 committee. As a former CEO of Yahoo Japan, Miyazaka is at the forefront of urban innovation and sustainability initiatives, making his opening address a pivotal moment of the day.

Event Details

- Date: May 10, 2025 (Saturday)
- Start Time: 14:30 (Doors Open at 14:00)
- Location: Tokyo Big Sight, within SusHi Tech Tokyo 2025
- Admission Fee: Free
- Main Organizer: YUME PRO 2025 Executive Committee
- Corporate Sponsor: CREDO HOLDINGS

Schedule

- 14:30 - Opening Ceremony
- 14:40 - Panel Discussion (Guest: Daiki Okai)
- 15:40 - Student Pitch Championship Kanto Qualifiers
- 17:30 - Networking Session

Special Hosts

The event will be hosted by Koichi Maruo, CEO of Major7th, alongside Akina Kamiya, a graduate student from the University of Tokyo and Miss University of Tokyo 2020. Their dynamic presentation styles are anticipated to add energy and excitement to the proceedings.

About the Student Pitch Championship 2025

The Student Pitch Championship 2025 is one of the largest student pitch competitions in Japan, encompassing regional qualifiers across five areas throughout the country. The national finals will be held at IVS 2025 on July 2, 2025, at the Rohm Theatre Kyoto. The grand prize winner will receive an impressive 10 million yen to foster their business idea. In a bid to scale globally, this year’s competition will also feature international rounds in several countries, including Thailand, Taiwan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, and the Philippines.

Seeking Sponsors and Community Partners

The Student Pitch Championship 2025 is currently looking for sponsors and community partners who share the vision of empowering students and aspiring innovators. If your organization is interested in supporting this event and the next generation of entrepreneurs, please reach out to us.

For further details, please visit the official website: YUME PRO 2025