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TOKYO GLOBAL INNOVATION CHALLENGE 2026
Competition & Award
About
The TOKYO GLOBAL INNOVATION CHALLENGE 2026 invites student-led teams to develop innovative business models addressing social issues, offering over ¥1 million in prizes and a platform to present their ideas in Tokyo.
Benefits
- 💰Prize MoneyOver ¥1 million in prizes for winning teams
- 🎓Pitching OpportunityChance to present at the Final Competition in Tokyo
- 🌍International ExposureOpportunity to address global social issues and gain recognition
Eligibility Criteria
- Teams must consist of 3 to 6 members
- Participants must be undergraduate or graduate students from universities in Japan or abroad
- Business idea must be student-led and not based on faculty-led research
Participation Commitments
- Submit a pitch video of up to 5 minutes
- Attend the Final Competition on December 20, 2026
- Present the pitch in English
Target Sector
Focused on social entrepreneurship and innovative business models
Target Location
Open to teams from universities in Japan and abroad
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TOKYO GLOBAL INNOVATION CHALLENGE Executive Committee Secretariat