Deep Tech Startups from Southeast Asia: Calling for “Okinawa Deep Tech Tour 2027” for participants
Leave a Nest Co., Ltd. will organize “Okinawa Deep Tech Tour 2027” in February 2027 for Deep Tech Startups from Southeast Asia. The tour will connect participating startups with researchers, companies and innovation-support organizations in Okinawa, providing opportunities to explore new business partnerships, PoC, joint research and entry into the Japanese market.
Why Okinawa?
Okinawa is developing new growth industries in areas including Blue Economy, Advanced Medicine, and Aerospace, supported by its research institutions, companies, startups and unique real-world environments. GW2050 also identifies the development of an innovation ecosystem connecting these stakeholders as an important part of Okinawa’s future growth.
For international Deep Tech Startups, Okinawa offers an opportunity to explore Japan through a compact and highly connected ecosystem while testing how their technologies can be applied in new environments.
About Okinawa Deep Tech Tour
Rather than simply visiting facilities, participants will introduce their technologies, meet researchers and companies, visit real-world fields, and explore opportunities for collaboration.
The tour will focus on:
- Research & Innovation
Visits to OIST and other research and innovation facilities. - Technology & Field
Exploring Okinawa’s unique environments, industries and social challenges. - Business Connection
Pitches and meetings with local companies, researchers and startups. - Next Step
Exploring opportunities for PoC, joint research and Japanese market entry.
※The program will be partially customized according to participants’ technology areas and business needs.
Who Should Apply?
The program is designed for Deep Tech Startups that:
- Are considering entering the Japanese market
- Are looking for Japanese partners for PoC or joint research
- Have technologies related to marine, agriculture, healthcare, environment, mobility, aerospace or other Deep Tech fields
- Are seeking new demonstration environments or business opportunities
Event Overview
- Event Name: Okinawa Deep Tech Tour 2027
- Dates: Between February 15–20, 2027; (5 days)
- Location: Okinawa, Japan
- Target: Deep Tech Startups from Southeast Asia
- Price: 3000 SGD (Tax Excl.)
For those interested in this tour, please contact us below!
Contact:
Leave a Nest Singapore Pte. Ltd.
Shohei Michael Maekawa / Haruka Sakurai
[email protected]