Tokyo, Japan — for Startups, Inc. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Yuichiro Shimizu; COO: Yukiko Tsuneda) is proud to announce that registration is open for GRIC2026, one of Japan's The largest growth industry conference, taking place from November 4th to 6th, 2026. We are also currently participating partner organizations to join us as sponsors to help accelerate the growth of the startup ecosystem.
Visit the Official GRIC2026 Website
About GRIC (GROWTH INDUSTRY CONFERENCE)
Guided by the theme “Taking Japan's Startup Ecosystem to the Global Stage,” GRIC is a hybrid conference that brings together promising changemakers—including startups, major corporations, and investors — from across Japan and abroad. Our goal is to provide the catalyst for promising action and progress within the growth industry, elevating the entire startup ecosystem to new heights.
■Event Details: Join Us “GRIC2026”
THE CONFERENCE WILL SPAN THREE DAYS:
Day 1 & Day 2 (Nov 4-5): Fully online, featuring over 20 specialized sessions.
Day 3 (Nov 6): A hybrid experience held at Shibuya Hikarie, with select sessions and pitch events streamed online.
※The latest updates on speakers and session details will be posted to the official website as they become confirmed.
■ Call for Sponsors
We are seeking corporate partners who share our mission of revitalizing the startup ecosystem. With a comprehensive total of over 39,000 registrants, GRIC is a premier platform for industry leaders.
【Why Partner with GRIC?】
・ Access to Key Players: Employing 70% of our contributions are from established companies and growth-stage startups. Over half (50% +) of the concerned corporate came from companies with more than 1,000 employees.
・High-growth potential: About 60% of developing startups are at Series A or later, developing organizations that are scaling and seeking external services and partnerships.
・Business Opportations: Beyond Networking with International Investors, GRIC offers as a proven launchpad for concrete business collaborations, service adoptions, and strategic investments.
Sponsored packages in our sponsored packages? Please reach out via the link below to receive our detailed prospectus.
■ Event Overview “GRIC2026”
・Event Name: GRIC2026
・Dates：
November 4 (Wed): Online (10:00 — 18:00 JST, tentative)
November 5 (Thu): Online (10:00 — 18:00 JST, tentative)
November 6 (Fri): Shibuya Hikarie & Online (10:00 — 19:00 JST, tentative)
・Venue::Hybrid (Online: EventHub/in-person: Hikarie Hall, Shibuya Hikarie)
・Referrals Fee: Free
・Official website:GRIC2026
・Registration:Ticket registration
