Tech Talks Tokyo for Students

The future is ours to create. From Japan to the world.

Tech Week is coming to Tokyo for the first time. Join entrepreneurs with global experience for an evening exploring what makes Japan special and the possibilities of technology. Through guest talks, Q&A, student pitches, and networking, we’ll imagine what we can build in Japan and bring to the world.

What future can we build from Japan?

More and more students are interested in entrepreneurship and taking their ideas global. Yet the path can still feel out of reach. We hear people say, “If you want to make it, go abroad,” or “Japan has no opportunities left.”

But is that really true?

Culture that captivates people around the world. Decades of advances in technology and research. Fresh ideas from a new generation ready to take the leap. Japan has potential the world has yet to discover.

What makes Japan compelling? How can business and technology help bring that potential to the world? Together with guests who have taken on global challenges, we’ll explore these questions with the students shaping what comes next.

You don’t need to have started a company or even have an idea yet. If you want to build something or take on a global challenge, you belong here.

Program

Guest Talk & Q&A

Hear what inspired our guests to get started, what building businesses globally has taught them about Japan’s strengths, and where they see technology taking us next. Bring your questions and join the conversation.

Student Short Pitch — 1 minute to get noticed

Up to 20 students will each take the stage for a 1-minute pitch in English, in front of international guests from the global tech and startup scene, science and engineering students, and students aiming to start companies.

Startups, research, products, side projects, even early-stage ideas are all welcome. Tell us what you're working on, why you're doing it, and who you want to meet. Pitching gives you a head start in the networking session that follows.

• Format: 1 minute per person, in English (one slide, optional)

• Application deadline: Fri, Nov 27

• Results: by Wed, Dec 2, by email

• Selected pitchers will be asked to arrive around 17:00 on the day for a briefing and rehearsal.

• Apply here

Networking

Connect with fellow participants in a relaxed setting. Share what resonated with you, exchange ideas, and talk about what you’d like to take on next.

Guests

Coming soon..

Guest names and profiles will be announced as they become available.

Event Details

Date: Friday, December 11, 2026

Time: 6:00–9:00 p.m. JST

Venue: MIDORI.so NAGATACHO, 2F

Who it’s for: University students interested in entrepreneurship and technology

Expected attendance: 60–80 participants

Session language: English

Organized by: Gaiax

Co-hosted by: Headline Asia

Speakers and program are subject to change.

Tech Week Tokyo begins.

Let your next chapter begin here.