Japan to Los Angeles Startup Showcase
We are delighted to invite you to the third annual Beyond Japan Startup Showcase on September 24, hosted by JETRO Los Angeles, the Consulate General of Japan in Los Angeles, Plug and Play LA, and LAEDC.
Meet the 10 groundbreaking Japanese startups from the Beyond JAPAN 2025 cohort as they present their visions for global growth. This event brings together innovative founders, investors, and business leaders for an afternoon of pitches, networking, and collaboration. Drinks and lite bites will be served.
AGENDA:
4:00 – 4:45 PM: Doors Open & Welcome Networking
4:45 – 5:00 PM: Opening Remarks: Plug and Play, LAEDC, Consul General
5:00 PM - 5:20 PM: Keynote Speaker | Jason Ryder, Oobli
5:20 – 6:00 PM: Startup Pitch Presentations
6:00 - 6:05 PM: Special Remarks: Consulate General of Japan in Los Angeles
6:05 – 7:30 PM: Networking Reception & Light Bites
Parking: There is limited parking. We suggest ubers and street parking
RSVP Details: Please confirm your attendance by RSVPing on this invitation.
Startup Overview
Casley Deep Innovations, Inc.
About Beyond JAPAN
Beyond JAPAN is a program designed to nurture entrepreneurs and leaders who will drive the next generation of innovation and contribute to Japan's growth strategy. This program provides personalized assistance and training specifically tailored to participants' grasp of startup phases and the North American business landscape. It aims to empower participants to take proactive steps and optimize their effectiveness.To learn more about this year and past cohort, please visit: https://www.b4d-jp.com/en/alumni/los-angeles
About Plug and Play
Plug and Play is the leading innovation platform, connecting startups, corporations, venture capital firms, universities, and government agencies. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, we're present in 35+ locations across five continents. We offer corporate innovation programs and help our corporate partners in every stage of their innovation journey, from education to execution. We also organize startup acceleration programs and have built an in-house VC to drive innovation across multiple industries where we've invested in hundreds of successful companies including Dropbox, Guardant Health, Honey, Lending Club, N26, PayPal, and Rappi. For more information, visit https://www.plugandplaytechcenter.com
About LAEDC
The Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation, a non-profit organization, champions equitable economic growth across the Los Angeles region.
Through collaboration with community, government, business, labor and education partners to inform and advance our data-driven and evidence-based approach, we endeavor to achieve a reimagined regional economy – growing, equitable, sustainable, and resilient – that provides a healthy and high standard of living for all.
LAEDC staff and our members represent the diversity of Los Angeles County and act as trusted conveners, thought partners, valued service providers, regional stewards, and catalysts for transformational change. https://laedc.org/
About JETRO
JETRO, or the Japan External Trade Organization, is a government-related organization that works to promote mutual trade and investment between Japan and the rest of the world. Originally established in 1958 to promote Japanese exports abroad, JETRO's core focus in the 21st century has shifted toward promoting foreign direct investment into Japan and helping small to medium size Japanese firms maximize their global export potential.
Arrival Instructions – Arc Beverly (Previously Spring Place)
Address: 9800 Wilshire Blvd.
GPS Address: 121 S. Spalding Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Entrance: On Spalding Drive
Upon arrival, please go up the lobby stairs and check in with the front desk.
Parking: On-site and valet parking is extremely limited and not guaranteed for guests. We encourage the use of Uber/Lyft or nearby street parking. A recommended paid garage is located at 9730 Wilshire Blvd., just 600 ft from the Arc Beverly entrance.