Hot Off the Press! Global Gathering, Fukuoka Flourishing

Global Innovation Converges at Venture Café Global Gathering Tokyo 2025

Tokyo proved itself a thriving hub of innovation as the Venture Café Global Gathering 2025 brought together entrepreneurs, investors, and thought leaders from around the world. Held at Toranomon Hills Forum, the event fostered new connections and discussions on the future of global innovation.

A Platform for Game-Changers

The event kicked off with PITCH2TOKYO, where startups from various Venture Café locations pitched cutting-edge solutions in healthcare, education, sustainability, and AI. The audience’s enthusiasm and judges’ insights created an electric atmosphere. The winning pitch—an AI-powered medical diagnostic tool—drew strong investor interest.

Bridging Global Ecosystems

The Innovation Bridge session connected global ecosystem builders, with representatives from Boston, Singapore, and Paris sharing insights on fostering startup growth.

For GBS and Fukuoka City, this event was invaluable for meeting global stakeholders, including Venture Café chapters worldwide. These connections will help strengthen Fukuoka’s role as an international startup hub.

The Japan Immersion Track explored Tokyo’s tech and business ecosystem, featuring insights from local pioneers, corporate leaders, and government representatives on deep tech, regulations, and investment trends.

Talent, Tech, and the Future of Work

The Pioneering Careers in Tech segment, powered by HirePlanner, connected top talent with leading companies, highlighting Japan’s demand for bilingual professionals and global expertise.

Takeaways and Looking Ahead

The Venture Café Global Gathering Tokyo 2025 reinforced the power of face-to-face networking. For GBS and Fukuoka City, it was a chance to showcase Fukuoka’s vibrant startup scene and forge key global partnerships.

As Tokyo cements its role as a global startup powerhouse, this event showcased innovation, diversity, and bold thinking. New partnerships were formed, and attendees left with a renewed sense of purpose.

And speaking of innovation, aiESG, a standout startup with strong ties to Fukuoka, won big at the PITCH2TOKYO FINALS, proving that Fukuoka is making waves—even in Tokyo! The city’s startup ecosystem isn’t just growing; it’s thriving. Tokyo may have hosted, but Fukuoka’s presence was undeniable—proving that innovation knows no city limits.

There is no I in Fukuoka but there is a U!

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