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OVER 40,000 REGISTRANTS IN TOTAL!

MORE THAN 40,000 REGISTRANTS IN TOTAL!

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GRIC PITCH HIGHLIGHTS

2024 GRAND AWARD WINNER
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GRIC2024 SPEAKERS

累計登録30,000人!
The total number of registrations is over 30,000!
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GRIC2024 SPEAKERS

Over 200 speakers and judges!!
Over 200 speakers and judges! Join Japan's largest global startup conference!!
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JIW 12-15 NOVEMBER

4 events are linked
Domestic and international participants gathered at 4 events
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What is GRIC?
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Japan's TOP GLobal Startup COnference

“Making Japan's Startup Ecosystem Global”
It is a hybrid conference and community aimed at creating new value. By creating a place where domestic and international startups and ecosystem builders meet, we aim to support all challengers who think globally and further evolve the startup ecosystem.

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2024 REPORT

IN NUMBERS

JAPAN'S LARGEST HYBRID GROWTH INDUSTRY CONFERENCE

REGISTRANTS

11,000+

CONNECTIONS

10,000+

SPEAKERS & JUDGES

220+

STARTUPS

2,200+

INVESTORS

1,500+

LIMITED PARTNERS

700+

ENTERPRISES

3,100+

COUNTRIES

63

SPONSORS

39

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GRIC'S VARIOUS CONTENTS

IN VIDEOS

REVISIT HIGHLIGHTS
Archived VideoS

Limited time offer -  Archived videos are being shown on EventHub for registrants only. Please register.
*If you have already registered for a GRIC2024 ONLINE TICKET, you can watch the sessions from EventHub.

From Japan to the World: Building Next-Generation Industries through Startups (Japanese Only)
Is the Implementation of AI an Illusion? Rethinking the Future of AI Utilization and Sales in the Japanese Market (Japanese Only)
Academia and Innovation: International Models for Startup Collaboration (English Only)
GRIC PITCH

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GRAND WINNER /THEME2 WINNER / HEALTHCARE & WELLNESS
WINNER / THEME1 GREEN
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FREE TICKETS

GRIC is a conference is a free conference. We offer multiple types of tickets.
If you wish to participate both online and offline, please register for both types of tickets. Some tickets are limited in number, so be sure to register early.

Offline TICKETS

*Online participation is not possible. If you would like to participate also online, please register for an ONLINE TICKET, too.

Offline Participant Ticket (limited number of tickets)

ONLINE TICKETS

Online Participant Ticket

For watching sessions and network online

REGISTRATION

Online Participation Ticket

*If you have already registered for a GRIC2024 ONLINE TICKET, there is no need to register again.

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JAPAN’S HYBRID STARTUP CONFERENCE
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JAPAN’S HYBRID STARTUP CONFERENCE
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JAPAN’S HYBRID STARTUP CONFERENCE
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Rock Wang
HongShan
Managing Director

"GRIC is an important gateway that allows me to understand Japan's startup ecosystem and meet excellent Japanese tech founders."

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Thomas Prunel
LVMH
Director

At LVMH, we share the same vision as GRIC: help Japan's startups to grow beyond Japan. Please come to discover how LVMH supports startups from the world!

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Michiko Kato
Woven Capital
Partner

“Every year, I look forward to connecting with visionary founders and fellow investors at GRIC. I believe it’s crucial for the advancement of our industries to support an innovative ecosystem that is committed to driving growth and fostering new ideas.”

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Chunmei Huang
Impact Capital Limited
Representative Director

"GRIC is an important event for building a startup ecosystem from a global perspective. We have met many wonderful entrepreneurs so far. This year, with the theme of "Impact" we are looking forward to forging new connections."

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Jan Arpe
Global Incubator Network Austria (GIN)
Program Manager GO AUSTRIA

"GRIC has been a fantastic opportunity for us to promote our Austrian softlanding program to promising Japanese startups."

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Hidekazu Kamisaku
Nomura Securities Co., Ltd.
Senior Managing Director

"By building and strengthening a network with those involved in the startup ecosystem at GRIC, we are able to promote our group's strategy of 'expanding and strengthening in the private sector'. This enables us to undertake various challenges to provide value to all our stakeholders."

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Takaya Matsuda
HERALBONY Co., Ltd.
CEO

“The overwhelming encounters thanks to GRIC is truly felt for the first time after one year after participating. It's the best startup conference to advance business and improve society.”

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Ken Hasebe
Major of Shibuya

“Shibuya's diversity is evidenced by foreign startups basing themselves there. Through GRIC, the Gathering of Japanese and International Startups and Investors in Shibuya will further expand and enhance this diversity. We look forward to the attitude of as many people as possible.”

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Joseph Mocanu
Verge HealthTech Fund
Managing partner

“GRIC is a fantastic window into the exciting startup scene that is emerging in Japan.”

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Peng Chen
Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan
Principal

"GRIC is one of the top events tailored for Japan's vibrant startup ecosystem, connecting you with key entrepreneurs and investors worldwide."

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Noriya Tarutani
JETRO
Deputy Director-General, Innovation Department Head

“With the recent surge in Japan’s startup ecosystem, attention towards GRIC is also increasing. JETRO will also together with GRIC, actively attract international investors and startups! We warmly invite you to join us!”

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Sherif El Tawil
DMZ
Sr. Director

"GRIC brought together the most promising startups, leading corporations, and visionary investors in the Japanese ecosystem. A great place to meet excellent people, fostering collaboration, and exploring new opportunities."

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Rock Wang
HongShan
Managing Director

"GRIC is an important gateway that allows me to understand Japan's startup ecosystem and meet excellent Japanese tech founders."

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Thomas Prunel
LVMH
Director

At LVMH, we share the same vision as GRIC: help Japan's startups to grow beyond Japan. Please come to discover how LVMH supports startups from the world!

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Michiko Kato
Woven Capital
Partner

“Every year, I look forward to connecting with visionary founders and fellow investors at GRIC. I believe it’s crucial for the advancement of our industries to support an innovative ecosystem that is committed to driving growth and fostering new ideas.”

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Chunmei Huang
Impact Capital Limited
Representative Director

"GRIC is an important event for building a startup ecosystem from a global perspective. We have met many wonderful entrepreneurs so far. This year, with the theme of "Impact" we are looking forward to forging new connections."

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Jan Arpe
Global Incubator Network Austria (GIN)
Program Manager GO AUSTRIA

"GRIC has been a fantastic opportunity for us to promote our Austrian softlanding program to promising Japanese startups."

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Hidekazu Kamisaku
Nomura Securities Co., Ltd.
Senior Managing Director

"By building and strengthening a network with those involved in the startup ecosystem at GRIC, we are able to promote our group's strategy of 'expanding and strengthening in the private sector'. This enables us to undertake various challenges to provide value to all our stakeholders."

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Takaya Matsuda
HERALBONY Co., Ltd.
CEO

“The overwhelming encounters thanks to GRIC is truly felt for the first time after one year after participating. It's the best startup conference to advance business and improve society.”

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Ken Hasebe
Major of Shibuya

“Shibuya's diversity is evidenced by foreign startups basing themselves there. Through GRIC, the Gathering of Japanese and International Startups and Investors in Shibuya will further expand and enhance this diversity. We look forward to the attitude of as many people as possible.”

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Joseph Mocanu
Verge HealthTech Fund
Managing partner

“GRIC is a fantastic window into the exciting startup scene that is emerging in Japan.”

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Peng Chen
Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan
Principal

"GRIC is one of the top events tailored for Japan's vibrant startup ecosystem, connecting you with key entrepreneurs and investors worldwide."

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Noriya Tarutani
JETRO
Deputy Director-General, Innovation Department Head

“With the recent surge in Japan’s startup ecosystem, attention towards GRIC is also increasing. JETRO will also together with GRIC, actively attract international investors and startups! We warmly invite you to join us!”

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Sherif El Tawil
DMZ
Sr. Director

"GRIC brought together the most promising startups, leading corporations, and visionary investors in the Japanese ecosystem. A great place to meet excellent people, fostering collaboration, and exploring new opportunities."

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Overview

Event Name

GRIC2024 (GROWTH INDUSTRY CONFERENCE 2024)

Date and Time

November 12th (Tue) - 14th (Thu), 2024

Programs

November 12th (Tue) : 10:00 - 17:00 @ ONLINE
November 13th (Wed) : 10:00 - 17:00 @ ONLINE
November 14th (Thu) : 10:00 - 17:00 @ ONLINE / 10:00 - 18:50 @ OFFLINE (Shibuya Hikarie Hikarie Hall)

Venue

Hybrid Format (Offline : Shibuya Hikarie Hikarie Hall)

Participation Fee

Free of Charge

Organizer

for Startups, Inc.