Dive into Life Tech Kobe is an online event designed to connect overseas startups and startup support organizations with Kobe’s rapidly growing innovation ecosystem.

Hosted by the City of Kobe, this event offers a comprehensive introduction to Kobe’s startup ecosystem, which has been developed around strengths in life sciences, Foodtech, and advanced technology. Participants will gain direct insights into the city’s vision, support programs, and collaboration opportunities.

A key highlight of the program is a series of reverse pitches by companies based in Kobe, where local enterprises will present their business needs and collaboration themes directly to a global audience. This format enables overseas startups to explore concrete partnership possibilities and real market entry opportunities in Japan.

Dive into Life Tech Kobe is not only an introduction to a city, but a gateway to long-term collaboration with one of Japan’s most internationally oriented startup ecosystems.

■ Target Audience
Startups actively exploring or planning market entry into Japan, particularly the Kansai region

Startup support organizations that facilitate and support the international expansion

■ Program Plan
16:00–16:05｜Introduction
16:05–16:10｜Opening Remarks
16:10–16:30｜Introduction to the City of Kobe and the Kobe Startup Ecosystem
16:30–16:40｜Reverse Pitch by Kobe-based Company ①
16:40–16:50｜Reverse Pitch by Kobe-based Company ②
16:50–17:00｜Reverse Pitch by Kobe-based Company ③
17:00–17:35｜Q&A Session
17:35–17:40｜Wrap-up and Announcement
17:40–17:45｜Closing Remarks