PITCH SHOWDOWN
Supported by
Global Open Call
For startups outside of Japan
Submit a 1-minute video and pitch deck via the application portal, 10 startups selected to compete at an on-line semi-final event on Monday 28 July. 4 startups advance to pitch in the final at the MedTech Actuator Showcase in Osaka on Tuesday 16 September 2025 and attend a tailored 3 day immersion connecting into the Kansai biomedical innovation corridor from 17-19 September 2025.
PITCH SHOWDOWN
Supported by
Global Open Call
For startups outside of Japan
Submit a 1-minute video and pitch deck via the application portal, 10 startups selected to compete at an on-line semi-final event on Monday 28 July. 4 startups advance to pitch in the final at the MedTech Actuator Showcase in Osaka on Tuesday 16 September 2025 and attend a tailored 3 day immersion connecting into the Kansai biomedical innovation corridor from 17-19 September 2025.
PITCH SHOWDOWN
Supported by
Global Open Call
For startups outside of Japan
Submit a 1-minute video and pitch deck via the application portal, 10 startups selected to compete at an on-line semi-final event on Monday 28 July. 4 startups advance to pitch in the final at the MedTech Actuator Showcase in Osaka on Tuesday 16 September 2025 and attend a tailored 3 day immersion connecting into the Kansai biomedical innovation corridor from 17-19 September 2025.
Overview
Overview
Overview
Global Founders: Pitch, Win, and Launch in Japan
Apply from anywhere - this international stream offers four top teams the chance to win US$35,000 and join a world-class pitch event hosted by MedTech Actuator in Osaka.
¥5,000,000 Prize
Grand Prize winner takes home ¥5,000,000 (~US$35,000) presented by OCCI
¥5,000,000 Prize
Grand Prize winner takes home ¥5,000,000 (~US$35,000) presented by OCCI
¥5,000,000 Prize
Grand Prize winner takes home ¥5,000,000 (~US$35,000) presented by OCCI
Travel Support
Finalists will receive support for travel and accommodation to Osaka
Travel Support
Finalists will receive support for travel and accommodation to Osaka
Travel Support
Finalists will receive support for travel and accommodation to Osaka
Showcase
Pitch in front of 100's of global health ecosystem VIPs at the MedTech Actuator Showcase
Showcase
Pitch in front of 100's of global health ecosystem VIPs at the MedTech Actuator Showcase
Showcase
Pitch in front of 100's of global health ecosystem VIPs at the MedTech Actuator Showcase
Investor Lunch
Attend investor lunch at Nakanoshima ross in Osaka alongside other finalists
Investor Lunch
Attend investor lunch at Nakanoshima ross in Osaka alongside other finalists
Investor Lunch
Attend investor lunch at Nakanoshima ross in Osaka alongside other finalists
Beyond the Pitch:
The Immersion Programme
Finalists of the Global Pitch Showdown will take part in a curated three-day immersion across Osaka — Connecting into the Kansai region, Japan's health innovation corridor.
Mentorship
Get practical guidance from mentors and partners on market entry and doing business in Japan
Site Visits
Connect with investors to manufacturers, hospitals, medtech hubs across Osaka
Recognition
Gain visibility as a global finalist with access to Japan's leading healthtech networks
Immersion Programme Schedule
Day 1
Tue 16 Sept
Welcome lunch and orientation with MTAC and OCCI. Evening Showcase featuring the Global Pitch Challenge final with over 300 guests and key partners.
Day 2
Wed 17 Sept
Attend the METI Global Startup EXPO alongside investors, corporates, and government stakeholders. Connect with founders and ecosystem leaders.
Day 3
Thu 18 Sept (into Fri 19 Sept)
Immersion across Osaka, Kobe, and Kyoto - including site visits, 1:1 investor sessions, and cultural activities. Final agenda to be confirmed.
Beyond the Pitch:
The Immersion Programme
Finalists of the Global Pitch Showdown will take part in a curated three-day immersion across Osaka — Connecting into the Kansai region, Japan's health innovation corridor.
Mentorship
Get practical guidance from mentors and partners on market entry and doing business in Japan
Site Visits
Connect with investors to manufacturers, hospitals, medtech hubs across Osaka
Recognition
Gain visibility as a global finalist with access to Japan's leading healthtech networks
Immersion Programme Schedule
Day 1
Tue 16 Sept
Welcome lunch and orientation with MTAC and OCCI. Evening Showcase featuring the Global Pitch Challenge final with over 300 guests and key partners.
Day 2
Wed 17 Sept
Attend the METI Global Startup EXPO alongside investors, corporates, and government stakeholders. Connect with founders and ecosystem leaders.
Day 3
Thu 18 Sept (into Fri 19 Sept)
Immersion across Osaka, Kobe, and Kyoto - including site visits, 1:1 investor sessions, and cultural activities. Final agenda to be confirmed.
Beyond the Pitch:
The Immersion Programme
Finalists of the Global Pitch Showdown will take part in a curated three-day immersion across Osaka — Connecting into the Kansai region, Japan's health innovation corridor.
Mentorship
Get practical guidance from mentors and partners on market entry and doing business in Japan
Site Visits
Connect with investors to manufacturers, hospitals, medtech hubs across Osaka
Recognition
Gain visibility as a global finalist with access to Japan's leading healthtech networks
Immersion Programme Schedule
Day 1
Tue 16 Sept
Welcome lunch and orientation with MTAC and OCCI. Evening Showcase featuring the Global Pitch Challenge final with over 300 guests and key partners.
Day 2
Wed 17 Sept
Attend the METI Global Startup EXPO alongside investors, corporates, and government stakeholders. Connect with founders and ecosystem leaders.
Day 3
Thu 18 Sept (into Fri 19 Sept)
Immersion across Osaka, Kobe, and Kyoto - including site visits, 1:1 investor sessions, and cultural activities. Final agenda to be confirmed.
Important Dates
Application Period
Open: Thursday 19 Jun 2025
Information session (On-line): 8pm SGT Tue 1 July 2025
Register here
Close: 11:59pm JST Tuesday 22 July 2025
Semi-finalists notified (10 selected): Thursday 24 July
Application Period
Open: Thursday 19 Jun 2025
Information session (On-line): 8pm SGT Tue 1 July 2025
Register here
Close: 11:59pm JST Tuesday 22 July 2025
Semi-finalists notified (10 selected): Thursday 24 July
Application Period
Open: Thursday 19 Jun 2025
Information session (On-line): 8pm SGT Tue 1 July 2025
Register here
Close: 11:59pm JST Tuesday 22 July 2025
Semi-finalists notified (10 selected): Thursday 24 July
International Semi-final
International semi-final (On-line): Monday 28 July (Time TBC) 26 August (4 finalists announced)
International Semi-final
International semi-final (On-line): Monday 28 July (Time TBC) 26 August (4 finalists announced)
International Semi-final
International semi-final (On-line): Monday 28 July (Time TBC) 26 August (4 finalists announced)
Global Pitch Final
1:1 Mentoring Session for x4 Finalists (On-line): Bookable Tuesday 9 September to Thursday 11 September
Finalist welcome, Investor Lunch, pitch practice (Nakanoshima Qross): 12pm - 3pm Tuesday 16 September
Global Pitch Final at MedTech Actuator Showcase (Grand Cube Osaka): 6 - 10pm JST Tuesday 16 September. Major Prize Winner Announced
3-Day Osaka Immersion and Global Startup Expo 2025 activities (in-person): Wednesday 17, Thursday 18, Friday 19 September
Global Pitch Final
1:1 Mentoring Session for x4 Finalists (On-line): Bookable Tuesday 9 September to Thursday 11 September
Finalist welcome, Investor Lunch, pitch practice (Nakanoshima Qross): 12pm - 3pm Tuesday 16 September
Global Pitch Final at MedTech Actuator Showcase (Grand Cube Osaka): 6 - 10pm JST Tuesday 16 September. Major Prize Winner Announced
3-Day Osaka Immersion and Global Startup Expo 2025 activities (in-person): Wednesday 17, Thursday 18, Friday 19 September
Global Pitch Final
1:1 Mentoring Session for x4 Finalists (On-line): Bookable Tuesday 9 September to Thursday 11 September
Finalist welcome, Investor Lunch, pitch practice (Nakanoshima Qross): 12pm - 3pm Tuesday 16 September
Global Pitch Final at MedTech Actuator Showcase (Grand Cube Osaka): 6 - 10pm JST Tuesday 16 September. Major Prize Winner Announced
3-Day Osaka Immersion and Global Startup Expo 2025 activities (in-person): Wednesday 17, Thursday 18, Friday 19 September
International Applications Now Open
Four finalists will be selected to pitch in Osaka and compete for US$35,000. Submit by 11:59pm JST Tuesday 22 July 2025
International Applications Now Open
Four finalists will be selected to pitch in Osaka and compete for US$35,000. Submit by 11:59pm JST Tuesday 22 July 2025
International Applications Now Open
Four finalists will be selected to pitch in Osaka and compete for US$35,000. Submit by 11:59pm JST Tuesday 22 July 2025