PITCH SHOWDOWN
Supported by
Japan Program
For Japan-Based Startups
Apply through a local program supported by OCCI. 10 startups selected to participate in an intensive development program. This includes on-line pitch coaching sessions, and an in-person pitch practice and pitch semi-final event in Osaka on Tuesday 26 August. 2 startups advance to pitch in the global final at the MedTech Actuator Showcase in Osaka on Tuesday 16 September 2025.
This dedicated Japan stream is delivered by the MedTech Actuator and supported by OCCI - with 10 startups selected to receive pitch training workshops from world leading MedTech Actuator mentors.
PITCH SHOWDOWN
Supported by
Japan Program
For Japan-Based Startups
Apply through a local program supported by OCCI. 10 startups selected to participate in an intensive development program. This includes on-line pitch coaching sessions, and an in-person pitch practice and pitch semi-final event in Osaka on Tuesday 26 August. 2 startups advance to pitch in the global final at the MedTech Actuator Showcase in Osaka on Tuesday 16 September 2025.
This dedicated Japan stream is delivered by the MedTech Actuator and supported by OCCI - with 10 startups selected to receive pitch training workshops from world leading MedTech Actuator mentors.
PITCH SHOWDOWN
Supported by
Japan Program
For Japan-Based Startups
Apply through a local program supported by OCCI. 10 startups selected to participate in an intensive development program. This includes on-line pitch coaching sessions, and an in-person pitch practice and pitch semi-final event in Osaka on Tuesday 26 August. 2 startups advance to pitch in the global final at the MedTech Actuator Showcase in Osaka on Tuesday 16 September 2025.
This dedicated Japan stream is delivered by the MedTech Actuator and supported by OCCI - with 10 startups selected to receive pitch training workshops from world leading MedTech Actuator mentors.
Overview
Overview
Overview
For Japan-Based Startups: Your Gateway to the Global HealthTech Stage
Pitch your startup in Osaka - win JP¥5,000,000 and earn a place on the global stage. This dedicated Japan stream is powered by OCCI and MedTech Actuator — with top teams fast tracked to the main showcase.
¥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
Important Dates
Application Period
Open: Thursday 19 Jun 2025
Information session (On-line): 5pm JST Tue 1 July 2025
Register here
Close: 11:59pm Tuesday 22 July 2025
Program participants notified (10 startups selected): Thursday 24 July
Application Period
Open: Thursday 19 Jun 2025
Information session (On-line): 5pm JST Tue 1 July 2025
Register here
Close: 11:59pm Tuesday 22 July 2025
Program participants notified (10 startups selected): Thursday 24 July
Application Period
Open: Thursday 19 Jun 2025
Information session (On-line): 5pm JST Tue 1 July 2025
Register here
Close: 11:59pm Tuesday 22 July 2025
Program participants notified (10 startups selected): Thursday 24 July
Program Period
Pitch Fundamentals Workshop (On-line): 5pm JST Tue 29 July
Rapid Fire Pitch Practice (On-line): 5pm JST Tue 5 August
Global Strategy and Pitch Practice (In-person in Osaka): 10am - 5pm Tuesday 26 August
Japan Final (In-person in Osaka): 6pm - 7pm Tuesday 26 August (2 startups advance)
Program Period
Pitch Fundamentals Workshop (On-line): 5pm JST Tue 29 July
Rapid Fire Pitch Practice (On-line): 5pm JST Tue 5 August
Global Strategy and Pitch Practice (In-person in Osaka): 10am - 5pm Tuesday 26 August
Japan Final (In-person in Osaka): 6pm - 7pm Tuesday 26 August (2 startups advance)
Program Period
Pitch Fundamentals Workshop (On-line): 5pm JST Tue 29 July
Rapid Fire Pitch Practice (On-line): 5pm JST Tue 5 August
Global Strategy and Pitch Practice (In-person in Osaka): 10am - 5pm Tuesday 26 August
Japan Final (In-person in Osaka): 6pm - 7pm Tuesday 26 August (2 startups advance)
Global Pitch Final
1:1 Mentoring Session for x2 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
Option to Join 3-Day Osaka Immersion and Global Startup Expo 2025 activities: Wednesday 17 / Thursday 18 / Friday 19 September
Global Pitch Final
1:1 Mentoring Session for x2 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
Option to Join 3-Day Osaka Immersion and Global Startup Expo 2025 activities: Wednesday 17 / Thursday 18 / Friday 19 September
Global Pitch Final
1:1 Mentoring Session for x2 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
Option to Join 3-Day Osaka Immersion and Global Startup Expo 2025 activities: Wednesday 17 / Thursday 18 / Friday 19 September
Apply for the Global Pitch Showdown: Japan Stream
Pitch coaching, live semi-final, and a shot at the ¥5,000,000 grand prize - apply by Tuesday 22 July 2025
Apply for the Global Pitch Showdown: Japan Stream
Pitch coaching, live semi-final, and a shot at the ¥5,000,000 grand prize - apply by Tuesday 22 July 2025
Apply for the Global Pitch Showdown: Japan Stream
Pitch coaching, live semi-final, and a shot at the ¥5,000,000 grand prize - apply by Tuesday 22 July 2025