Events

Startup Events in Japan

Every upcoming startup, investor and founder event we track in Japan, in date order.

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Thu 06 AugToday

2 events
17:30

THE TECH NIGHT〜関西のDX・事業開発の最前線と、フラットに話せる夜〜

THE VILLAGE OSAKA, Osaka, Japan
In person
  • This event offers in-person table discussions with practitioners leading AI and digital transformation efforts in the Kansai region.
  • Attendees can interact directly with experts to explore roles, skills, and organizational strategies related to AI, DX, and business development.
  • The event suits professionals involved in AI adoption, DX initiatives, new business development, and digital talent management.
AI & Machine LearningNetworkingFree to AttendOperators
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Fri 07 Aug

7 events
19:00

VC AI Night～VCはAIでどう変わるのか？～

TOKYO VENTURE CAPlTAL HUB, Minato City, Japan
In person
  • This event explores how venture capital firms can transform their internal operations using AI technology.
  • It features practitioners from several VC firms sharing real-world applications and challenges of AI adoption within VC workflows.
  • The discussion aims to shed light on AI-driven enhancements in investment management and portfolio monitoring for investors and operators in the VC ecosystem.
AI & Machine LearningInvestorsNetworkingTalks & Panels
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19:00

Osaka Tech Mixer and Social (Tech / AI / Data / IT) ✨

Highball Bar Umeda Rakutenchi 1923, Osaka, Japan
In person
  • This event brings together tech professionals and enthusiasts in Osaka to network, share knowledge, and explore career opportunities within technology fields like AI, data, and IT.
  • Attendees range from students and career changers to experienced engineers and entrepreneurs.
  • It offers a casual social setting to build connections and collaborate on ideas.
AI & Machine LearningFoundersNetworkingOperators
USD 6.97 · MeetupDetails →
19:00

Codex Meetup Tokyo #2

Roppongi Hills Mori Tower, Minato City, Japan
In person
  • Codex Meetup Tokyo #2 is an in-person event where developers and AI enthusiasts discuss the Codex AI coding agent and its ecosystem.
  • Attendees learn about new features, contribute to the project, and share their experiences with AI-assisted coding.
  • The event also includes presentations, open sessions, and networking opportunities to foster community connections.
AI & Machine LearningHands-OnNetworking
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Sat 08 Aug

3 events
10:00

Builders Weekend - Shipaton Special Edition with OnLab

Shibuya, Japan, Shibuya, Japan
In person
  • Builders Weekend - Shipaton Special Edition is a one-day hackathon where participants build mobile apps and pitch ideas.
  • It is open to individuals and teams, including beginners, who want to develop and submit apps to the global Shipaton 2026 competition.
  • The event offers networking, presentations, and prizes for mobile app creators in Shibuya, Tokyo.
FoundersHands-OnStudents & Researchers
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15:00

Open Tech Lounge: CS / AI / Programming Meetup

X-BASE SHIBUYA, Shibuya, Japan · Tokyo AI Community
In person
  • This event is a casual meetup for people interested in computer science, artificial intelligence, and programming to gather and share ideas.
  • It is suitable for anyone working or interested in these fields who wants to network and collaborate.
  • The event takes place in Shibuya, Japan, offering an in-person environment for discussion and learning.
AI & Machine LearningNetworking
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Sun 09 Aug

1 event

Mon 10 Aug

2 events
07:45

Surely You're Joking, Mr. Altman: A Brunch for Computational Humorists

Beltempo, Tokyo, Japan · TechBrunch: Where Tech Minds Meet Over Meals
In person
  • This event explores the intersection of natural language processing and comedy, focusing on computational humor.
  • It is aimed at technology enthusiasts interested in AI applications and humor in computing.
  • Attendees can engage in discussions and networking around computational humor in an informal brunch setting in Tokyo.
AI & Machine LearningNetworking
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Tue 11 Aug

1 event
11:45

A Monad is Just a Monoid in the Category of Burritos

Beltempo, Tokyo, Japan · TechBrunch: Where Tech Minds Meet Over Meals
In person
  • This meetup explores functional programming and category theory concepts aimed at software developers and technology enthusiasts.
  • Participants discuss advanced programming abstractions in an informal brunch setting.
  • The event offers an opportunity to network and deepen understanding of functional programming paradigms in Tokyo.
Deep TechFoundersNetworkingFree to Attend
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Wed 12 Aug

1 event

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Tokyo22Osaka18Shibuya6Chiyoda City4Minato City3Shinjuku City3Meguro City1Shibuya City1Yokohama1

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