Global Innovation Forum (GIF)
What is the GIF?
A virtual gateway to the Japanese market, the GIF links global start-ups and innovators to Osaka businesses. Showcasing Osaka as an innovation hub, the GIF enables innovative businesses, technologies and ideas to gather from all over the world.
Hosted by the Osaka Chamber of Commerce & Industry (OCCI) and Osaka Business & Investment Centre (O-BIC) since 2019, the GIF is a platform where foreign start-ups and Osaka local companies can meet up and connect each other, through a series of events.
Get Involved
Participation is free and entrants should cover at least 1 category from the following 7 business / technical fields and with at least completed prototypes.
- AR・VR・MR
- Robotics
- Digital Transformation
- Agri-tech, Food-tech
- Health Tech
- New materials
- Green Tech, Carbon Neutrality, New Energy
Project Timeline
- Submit your Application – Your application must be submitted by 17th May 2024
- Chosen Start ups will be announced – Successful applicants will be notified by 24th May 2024
- Virtually network with Osaka companies – Take the opportunity to virtually network with a wide range of companies looking to collaborate.
- Online live pitch – With interpretation support available, the date for the on-line live pitch is 10th July 2024
Why apply to participate in GIF?
Participation is free, and you will receive interpretation support during your virtual pitch.
Access to more than 700 GIF community members who are actively seeking collaboration opportunities.
VIRTUAL LIVE PITCH
Chance to explain yourself and your business needs directly to Japanese potential partners.
VIRTUAL EXHIBITION
Your business is promoted on the GIF website and if your application is successful, you will receive 1-2-1 support.
INNOVATION NETWORK
Access to a startup network with industry including 400 listed companies, Government, business support organisations, advanced universities and research institutes, developers and financial institutions
WIDE SELECTION OF COMPANIES
OCCI has more than 30,000 member companies and more than 700 GIF community members.
Find out more: www.thamesvalleychamber.co.uk/global-innovation-forum
