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Exciting Reverse Pitch Event by STATION Ai on July 30, 2025

On July 30, 2025, STATION Ai Inc., located in Nagoya's Showa Ward, will host an engaging Reverse Pitch Event, aimed at promoting open innovation among its partner companies. This event, part of the "SKIP Focus" program, presents a unique opportunity for startups to engage with established businesses and showcase innovative solutions.

What is the SKIP Focus Program?

The SKIP Focus program is designed to facilitate open innovation by guiding partner companies through the entire process, from policy formulation to selecting collaboration partners. This first cohort of the program has been diligently analyzing business challenges and setting goals to foster collaboration with startups. Participating startups are invited to deliver reverse pitches, sharing their insights and solutions with the companies involved.

Event Details

• - Date and Time: July 30, 2025, from 1 PM to 6 PM
• - Location: STATION Ai, 1st Floor Event Space
• - Entry Application: Interested startups can apply online through the designated entry form. Please note that if the maximum number of applicants is reached, enrollment may close before the deadline.

Call for Startups

We are seeking startups interested in participating in the event:

• - Answer pitch participants: Applications close on July 23
• - After pitch event participants: Applications close on July 25
• - Startups wanting to attend the reverse pitch: Applications close on July 28

For those wishing to join the after pitch event, attending the reverse pitch is mandatory. This event is not just for existing member companies; any interested businesses can participate by checking out the entry details.

Featured Companies and Pitch Themes

Five distinguished companies will participate in this year's reverse pitch:
1. Enshu Railway Co., Ltd.: Innovating regional transportation and fulfilling active seniors' dreams.
2. Zento Co., Ltd.: Creating new value through customer data acquisition within stores.
3. Chuo Cast Iron Co., Ltd.: Collaborative projects merging casting technology with food chemistry to develop premium cookware.
4. Chunichi Shimbun Co., Ltd.: Utilizing a monitoring system to innovate new products and services.
5. Mizkan Holdings Co., Ltd.: Sustainable procurement of yuzu and developing its appeal.

After the reverse pitches, startups will have a platform to present their business concepts to various business entities, fostering networking and potential collaborations.

Media and Press Inquiries

Members of the media are invited to cover the event before its commencement. For direct interviews with participating companies, please reach out through the provided channels.

For more details about media inquiries, please visit: STATION Ai Contact Form (choose media inquiries).

About STATION Ai

STATION Ai is a major open innovation hub dedicated to nurturing startups and facilitating collaboration. With over 700 domestic and international startups, partner companies, venture capitalists, and supportive institutions engaged in creating new business ventures, STATION Ai offers an environment conducive to growth. Our support services include mentorship opportunities, study sessions, and networking events, tailored to address the diverse challenges faced by startups.

For more information, please visit our official website at STATION Ai.