Kyushu's largest pitch contest
to discover and grow the next generation of startups
A Pitch Stage Exclusively for Seed-Stage Startups: "StartupGo!Go! The Pitch"
"StartupGo!Go!" is a premier startup event that attracts investors and innovators from all Japan and around the world, including VCs and angel investors focused on seed and early-stage startups, as well as corporate representatives seeking collaboration.
Now in its 12th edition, the event embraces the theme 'All Eyes on Startups,' taking a startup-first approach to creating meaningful matchmaking opportunities.
Many past participants have secured funding and strategic partnerships through this event.
The event is also part of the selection process for NICT’s “Entrepreneur Expo.”
We look forward to seeing ambitious startups ready to take on the world!
※This year, the event will be held simultaneously with the "FFG Future Conference（FFGみらいの会議）" event hosted by the Fukuoka Financial Group.
We're looking for startups with bold, innovative ideas that challenge industry norms.
Meet leading investors and industry experts ready to invest in or collaborate with you — and take your business to the next stage.
The winning team will receive a 1 million yen cash prize, along with access to key resources and growth support.
In addition to the grand prize, multiple corporate awards will be presented too — offering chances to engage with major companies and explore potential collaborations.
Friday, June 20, 2025
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Please submit all application documents by 23:59 Japan time.
Late August 2025
Selected startups that passed the document screening will be contacted individually
October 10, 2025 | 10:00–14:00 (Tentative)
Held at the event venue. Startups will pitch in groups (Blocks A, B, C).
Pitch: 3 min | Q&A: 3 min | Language: Japanese or English Ten finalists will be selected.
October 10, 2025 | 17:00 (Tentative)
The 10 Finalists will deliver a final pitch.
Pitch: 5 min | Q&A: 5 min | Language: Japanese or English
October 10, 2025 | 19:00 (Tentative)
Announcement of winners and corporate awards, followed by networking with fellow participants, investors, and partners.
¥1,000,000
All semi-finalists will gain the opportunity to connect with over 20 venture capital firms and business partners, opening doors for funding and collaboration.
We will send an official application form to your email. Please fill it out following the provided format.
Please submit the completed application form by 23:59 (Japan time) on Tuesday, August 12, 2025. Please note that applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted.
Entries will be reviewed, and results will be emailed in late August.
Successful applicants will proceed to the semi-final pitch on October 10. More details will follow.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us via this email. We’re happy to help! email.
Please register using the form below. The secretariat will contact you later with details about the document screening process.
