Who Should Attend
For Ecosystem Builder Like You
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Intersection Is What Moves Ecosystems Forward.
True innovation happens when regions, roles, and industries converge.
At IVS2025, we bring together those building the future—from researchers and policymakers to entrepreneurs and investors.
🌐 01 | A Gathering of Builders Across Borders
・IVS Global: Engage with global startups, VCs, and government bodies
・IVS Japan: Discover real-world examples of collaboration with local governments and regional players
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Real insights and networks for those who support startups.
�� 02 | From Ecosystem Talk to Ecosystem Action
・IVS Deeptech: Business creation from academic research, matched with investors and corporates
・IVS Seed: Raw stories and challenges from pre-seed to early-stage founders
・Meeting Booth: A collaboration hub for ministries, local governments, and the private sector
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True ecosystem growth is driven by systems and connection—not just conversation.
🌱 03 | Meet the Next Generation of Founders Now
・Central Park: A casual open area connecting founders, students, and VCs
・IVS Launchpad: Japan’s premier pitch stage—where the next unicorns are born
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Your role is to connect the dots and build the bigger picture.
🧭 Why Join IVS2025?
For anyone supporting entrepreneurs, this is your intersection.Rethink how we support, reconnect the players, and redesign the future.
The ecosystem that shapes Japan’s next chapter starts here.
Content Highlights for
Academia
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The 6 Theme Zones
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Discover What Matters —
Where Every Meeting Moves You Forward
We connect innovative startups and investors around key themes.This specialized structure ensures that, even as the event grows, participants can engage in meaningful, high-impact conversations and discover valuable connections.
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Central Park
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A Park for New Encounters
IVS isn’t just about watching stage programs or visiting booths.
Here, you become the presenter. Share your vision, pitch your ideas, gather collaborators, and hear the dreams of others—right at the table.
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Startup Market
(IVS Selected 300)
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Everyone Here Means Business.
Startup Market brings together 300 selected startups in a high-intensity, action-oriented environment. It’s not just about pitching or exhibiting—this is Japan’s largest negotiation arena, where real business happens. Every participant is here to make deals, build partnerships, and shape the future.
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IVS2025 LAUNCHPAD
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The Gateway for the Next Generation of Startup Leaders
IVS LAUNCHPAD is one of Japan’s largest pitch competitions, known as a launchpad for the next generation of entrepreneurs.Finalists, selected through a highly competitive process, pitch their products and vision in 6 minutes to a panel of investors, executives, and founders. Chosen from hundreds of applicants, they compete for the top spot—and the attention of key decision-makers.
The right connections for your now—and what comes next.
Is IVS Right for You?
Discover how to make the most of IVS2025—tailored to your role.
STARTUP
Take your next step with access to capital, talent, and practical insights—plus ample chances to share your vision.
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EXECUTIVE
Discover actionable opportunities for investment and partnerships with top startups—plus insights to drive your next growth move.
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ACADEMIA
Explore real cases of university startups and industry-academia collaboration. Gain insights into commercializing research and supporting young entrepreneurs.
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ECOSYSTEM BUILDER
Connect with regional and global players. Discover new models of startup support and opportunities for real collaboration.
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FREELANCERS
Meet startups and companies that need your expertise. Find your next project—and connect with collaborators across industries.
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STUDENT
Thinking about launching a startup? Meet peers who are already taking action—and start your journey here.
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