All 17 startups were pitched, and more than 120 domestic and international judges were judges

“GRIC PITCH” is a global pitch stage that aims to “become a bridge between startups challenging major business growth and the world.” “GRIC PITCH” was held at Shibuya Hikarie Hikarie Hall on 11/14 (Thursday), the last day of “GRIC2024,” which was held for 3 days.

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Divided into the three themes of “GREEN,” “HEALTHCARE,” and “UPRISING DIGITAL,” 17 startups with the potential for global success faced more than 120 judges from Japan and abroad.

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WOTA Co., Ltd. was selected for the GRAND AWARD, which is the top prize. Then, each theme award and sponsor award were announced. We will introduce each award-winning company along with photos.

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THEME 1: GREEN

[Theme Award]

The GREEN theme award went to WOTA Co., Ltd. It is a startup developing a portable water recycling treatment plant “WOTA BOX” that realizes water use in places without running water, and a new hand washing stand “WOSH” that can be installed in places without running water, and Vice President of Global Relations Yamada Ryo said, “We are entering from the core of the lifeline. We're moving from a construction model to a manufacturing model.” I was talking about it.

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Participating companies

・Eco-Pork Co., Ltd. : A startup that provides a pig farming management support system “Porker” that improves pig farming with the three technologies of AI, ICT, and IoT.

・Green Carbon Co., Ltd.: A startup that provides a one-platform service “Agreement” aimed at creating carbon credits.

・Midorik NbS Co., Ltd. : A startup that provides fixed carbon quantification/biodiversity measurement/evaluation services and blockchain development/NFT businesses using drone LiDAR/multispectral cameras, etc.

・SPACECOOL CO., LTD.: A startup developing the radiative cooling material “SPACECOOL,” which has the highest level of performance in the world and improves heat environments.

・Tensor Energy Co., Ltd.: A startup that provides a platform “Tensor Cloud” that supports the sustainable growth of renewable energy.

・WOTA Co., Ltd.: A startup developing a portable water recycling treatment plant “WOTA BOX” that realizes water use in places without running water, and a new hand washing stand “WOSH” that can be installed in places without running water.

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THEME 2: HEALTHCARE

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The HEALTHCARE theme award went to United Immunity Co., Ltd. It is a startup from Kyoto University and Mie University that aims to put the fusion technology of nanotechnology and immunotherapy into practical use, and President and CEO Masato Kishida said, “We want to aim for our technology to become a standard within the next 10 years.”

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Participating companies

・Ashirase Co., Ltd.: Startup from IGNITION, a new business creation program by Honda Motor Co., Ltd., which develops the walking navigation system “Arase” for the visually impaired.

・Flora Co., Ltd.: A startup from Kyoto University that provides the menstrual fertility app “Flora App.”

・Metagen Therapeutics Co., Ltd.: A startup from the Tokyo Institute of Technology that develops drug discovery and medical businesses utilizing microbiome science.

・Pittan Co., Ltd.: A startup from the University of Tokyo and Kobe University that provides the healthcare service “PITTAN” using ultra-compact and ultra-high performance liquid analyzers.

・United Immunity Co., Ltd.: A startup from Kyoto University and Mie University that aims to put the fusion technology of nanotechnology and immunotherapy into practical use.

・Vetanic Inc.: A startup from Nihon University and Keio University aiming for practical application of regenerative medicine products originating from unique dog iPS cells.

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THEME 3: UPRISING DIGITAL

The UPRISING DIGITAL theme award went to HiBot Co., Ltd. It is a startup from the Tokyo Institute of Technology that operates an AI data platform “HiBox,” etc. that stores and analyzes inspection data captured by various sensors such as high-resolution cameras and ultrasonic probes, and Representative Director Guaranieri Michele said, “We have prepared an environment where people can work safely by safely delivering infrastructure in an area where the global aging population is progressing.” I was talking to it.

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Participating companies

・HiBot Co., Ltd.: A startup from the Tokyo Institute of Technology that operates an AI data platform “HiBox” that stores and analyzes inspection data captured by various sensors such as high-resolution cameras and ultrasonic probes.

・Iwatani Giken Co., Ltd.: A startup that designs and develops high-altitude gas balloons and airtight travel cabins.

・Ocean Eyes Co., Ltd.: A startup that operates “Fisheries Navi,” a service that provides sea condition prediction information such as surface seawater temperature and tide flow to fishermen.

・PeopleX Co., Ltd.: A startup that develops and operates a modern comprehensive HR solution “PeopleWork” to improve employee skills and promote engagement.

・Space Data Co., Ltd.: A startup that provides a digital twin platform “OpenEarth,” which provides a free 3D model of the Earth created with satellites and AI.

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Sponsor awards

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation | WOTA Co., Ltd.

Tokyu Fudosan Holdings, Ltd. | Eco-Pork Co., Ltd.

Nomura Securities Co., Ltd. | Space Data, Inc.

AGS Consulting Co., Ltd. | Peoplex, Inc.

Intec Co., Ltd. | Ocean Eyes Co., Ltd.

Hakuhodo DY Ventures Co., Ltd. | Flora Co., Ltd.

Mitsui Fudosan Co., Ltd. | SPACECOOL, Inc.

GIP Co., Ltd. | Ocean Eyes Co., Ltd.

Woven Capital Management Company, L.L.C.｜SPACECOOL CO., LTD.

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Media awards

Nikkei CNBC | Iwatani Giken Co., Ltd.

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GRAND AWARD

The GRAND AWARD was WOTA CO., LTD.! Vice President Incubation Clan Supervisor and Vice President Global Relations Ryo Yamada, who took the stage, said, “I am very honored. The members are working together to solve domestic and international problems, so I would like to thank them, and on top of that, I would like to aim for an even more impactful business.” I was talking about my impressions.