Beyond Borders: Paris to Tokyo - SusHi Tech Paris

Organized by Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG), with the support of La French Tech and France Digitale Japan is a market full of opportunities, but success often requires overcoming unique business and cultural challenges. Join French startups with firsthand experience in Japan and a Japanese VC for an evening of practical insights, real stories, and networking. Learn what it takes to enter and grow in the Japanese market, and discover startup support opportunities offered by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, including initiatives such as SusHi Tech Tokyo 🗝️ Event Highlights 🌏 Understanding the Japanese Business Environment Gain practical insights into: Key characteristics of the Japanese market Business culture and decision-making processes Opportunities and challenges for global startups Effective approaches to entering and scaling in Japan 🎤 Panel Discussion: Real Stories from Those Who Have Done It Hear directly from startup ecosystem players with firsthand experience in the Japanese market. 🎙️ Featured Panelists Koshu KuniiGeneral Partner, OIST-Lifetime Ventures Fund IParis-based venture capitalist focused on deeptech and global innovation. Through OIST-Lifetime Ventures, he supports science-driven startups and helps bridge research commercialization, venture investment, and international expansion. Jerry YangGeneral Partner, HCVCDeeptech investor covering AI, robotics, manufacturing, and frontier technologies. Jerry leads HCVC's engagement with Japan and has actively supported collaborations between European startups, Japanese corporations, investors, and research institutions through initiatives such as the HCVC Tokyo Summit and SusHi Tech Tokyo. Topics include: Why Japan became an attractive market opportunity The biggest barriers encountered when expanding into Japan How startups overcame cultural, commercial, and operational challenges Lessons learned from working with Japanese customers, partners, and corporations Common mistakes and how to avoid them Practical advice for startups considering expansion into Japan 🚀 Learn About Tokyo's Startup Support Programs Discover how the Tokyo Metropolitan Government supports international startups seeking to establish and grow their presence in Japan. Learn about: Market entry supports for global startups Ecosystem-building initiatives Opportunities to engage with the global innovation community through SusHi Tech Tokyo 🤝 Networking Reception Following the panel discussion, participants will have the opportunity to connect with fellow founders, investors, ecosystem organizations, and representatives from Tokyo's innovation community. Optional speed-dating meetings with Japanese companies may also be available during the networking session. 👥 Who Should Attend? Startup founders and executive teams Scaleups exploring international growth especially in Japan Venture capital investors Accelerators and incubators Corporate innovation and business development teams Universities and research institutions Ecosystem builders and community leaders Organizations interested in France-Japan collaboration 📍 Event Details 📅 15 October 2026🕕 16:00 - 18:00 CET📍 Paris, France (Venue TBA)🎟️ Free Admission (Registration Required)