Hamamatsu: DeepTech & Manufacturing Innovation City
Discover Innovation from Hamamatsu, Japan
Join us for an international networking event introducing Hamamatsu City’s startup and innovation ecosystem and some of the exciting startups emerging from the region.
Hamamatsu is one of Japan’s leading manufacturing and technology cities, with strong industrial foundations in manufacturing, photonics, mobility, and advanced technologies. Building on these strengths, the city is developing a growing ecosystem that supports startups, entrepreneurs, researchers, and new technology-driven businesses.
This event brings Hamamatsu’s innovation ecosystem to Singapore and creates an opportunity for international participants to discover the city, meet its startups, and explore potential connections with Japan.
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What to Expect
The evening will feature:
Introduction to Hamamatsu City & its Startup Ecosystem — Learn about Hamamatsu’s industrial strengths, innovation environment, and startup support initiatives.
Hamamatsu Company Pitches — Meet startups from Hamamatsu and discover technologies and businesses with global potential.
International Networking — Connect with startups, VCs, accelerators, incubators, corporates, government organizations, and ecosystem builders from Japan, Singapore, and beyond.
Opportunities for Collaboration — Explore potential business partnerships, investment, market entry, technology collaboration, and connections with the Hamamatsu ecosystem.
Who Should Join?
We welcome international participants from across the startup and innovation ecosystem, including:
VCs & Investors · Startups & Entrepreneurs · Accelerators & Incubators · Corporates · Government & Public Organizations · Startup Support Organizations · Universities & Research Institutions · Innovation & Ecosystem Professionals
Whether you are looking for innovative Japanese startups, investment opportunities, technology partnerships, business collaboration, or connections with Japan, this event provides an opportunity to discover what Hamamatsu has to offer.
Program (subject to change)
17:45 | Doors Open & Registration
18:00 | Networking Begins
18:15 | Opening Remarks & Toast
18:25 | Introduction to Hamamatsu – DeepTech & Manufacturing Innovation City
Discover Hamamatsu’s industrial strengths and its growing startup and innovation ecosystem.
18:30 | Hamamatsu Companies Pitch Session
“Made in Hamamatsu, Built for the World”
Meet innovative startups from Hamamatsu and hear their technologies, solutions, and global ambitions.
19:15 | Networking Session
Connect directly with Hamamatsu startups and participants from Singapore and the international startup ecosystem.
20:00 | Closing
Event Information
📅 October 27, 2026 (Tuesday)
🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (SGT)
📍 Vibe Bistro, Singapore
🌏 Language: English
Free / Registration Required
About companies
Sustainable Matcha | Agriculture | Global Supply
Blue Farm operates MatchaaS, a sustainable matcha supply service that revitalizes underused Japanese tea fields. It manages cultivation, processing, quality control, and exports to provide overseas businesses with traceable, high-quality Japanese matcha.
Looking to connect with: Matcha cafés, food and beverage manufacturers, distributors, and logistics partners interested in sustainable sourcing and long-term supply partnerships.
🌐 https://blue-farm.co.jp/chaas-en
Japanese Tea | AI Personalization | Wellness
Funpicking's Shizuoka Matcha Therapy combines premium Japanese tea with an AI-powered Tea Counselor to create personalized tea experiences. By understanding individual moods, lifestyles, caffeine preferences, and tastes, it connects consumers with authentic Shizuoka tea and Japanese tea culture.
Looking to connect with: Distributors, luxury hotels, wellness operators, restaurants, retailers, strategic partners, and investors interested in premium Japanese tea and market-entry collaborations.
🌐 https://funpicking.com/ https://www.shizuokamatchatherapy.com/
FUSE (Hamamatsu Iwata Shinkin Bank)
Startup Incubation | Innovation | Ecosystem Development
FUSE is a startup incubation and innovation community operated by Hamamatsu Iwata Shinkin Bank. Through coworking spaces, digital fabrication facilities, business matching, and startup support, FUSE connects entrepreneurs, local businesses, and innovators in Hamamatsu.
Looking to connect with: Overseas incubators, accelerators, startup support organizations, and ecosystem partners interested in connecting Hamamatsu startups with ASEAN markets.
🌐https://hamamatsu-iwata.jp/business/sogyo/fusehamamatsu/
Advanced LED Technology | Industrial Safety | Creative Lighting
Pi PHOTONICS develops HOLOLIGHT, an innovative LED lighting technology that projects clear lines, rings, and other patterns. Its applications range from industrial safety and visual inspection to entertainment, architecture, and creative spatial experiences.
Looking to connect with: Distributors, industrial partners, lighting designers, architects, and entertainment producers in Singapore and Southeast Asia.
🌐 https://www.piphotonics.com/
Generative AI | Personalized Merchandise | On-Demand Manufacturing
Soco-lab combines generative AI with on-demand manufacturing to transform photos, illustrations, and ideas into personalized merchandise. Its technology enables AI-assisted design and local production, reducing the need for international shipping of finished products.
Looking to connect with: Singapore-based print shops, merchandise producers, Epson or Roland printer owners, and sales partners interested in local production and market testing.
Digital Twin | IoT | AI Analytics
ZeroOne develops digital twin and AI solutions that transform physical spaces into actionable data. Its technologies visualize factory operations, equipment status, worker safety, and customer behavior in retail and commercial spaces.
Looking to connect with: Manufacturers, retailers, system integrators, distributors, and technology partners interested in digital twin, IoT, and AI solutions.