Japan’s prestigious Tech Leaders Summit returns on April 6 in Tokyo.
The JTL Summit is an invite-only event for internationally-minded Japanese corporates looking for foreign startups. The Japanese corporates present have expressly declared an interest in meeting innovative global startups for partnership or acquisition potential.
The themes tend to center on deep tech innovations — AI, blockchain, and robotics — areas where Japanese corporates are simultaneously both enthusiastic and nervous.
Already a handful of European startups have been selected following last month’s scouting trip. But it’s not too late to apply (if interested, see below).
Selected foreign startups are invited to mingle with world-renowned AI researchers and corporate innovation departments looking for partners or acquisitions. Corporates include: Denso, IBM, LINE, Lite-On, Mitsubishi, Mitsui, Persol, Rakuten, Razer, Samsung, Softbank, Tencent, Tepco, and Yahoo among others. This is a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs interested in developing relationships with potential future acquirers in Asia.
To apply
To apply, send the following information by email to aitl@rude.vc
- name of your company (in the subject field)
- a 2-3 sentence description of your ambition
- how your startup uses deep tech in fulfilling this ambition
- stage of your startup (concept / prototype / product / revenue)
- total amount invested, if any
- location of headquarters and contact information
Applicants who miss the cut for this event will be wait-listed for a future JTL Summit.