Japan Meets Silicon Valley: Startups, VCs & Research on the Cutting Edge
*The panel discussion will be conducted in Japanese.
We are excited to have a panel discussion with wonderful panelists: "Beyond the surface of Japan’s startup image, what’s really happening on the ground?" A candid look at the state of entrepreneurship in Japan, featuring real stories and insights from both founders and investors.
7/10/2025 Thu @JIC
5:30 Doors Open
6:00-7:00 Panel
7:00-7:30 Networking
Panel: "Beyond the surface of Japan’s startup image, what’s really happening on the ground?"
Anri Samata (Founding Partner, ANRI)
Naoko Samata (Director/Co-Founder, STORES. Inc)
Daisuke Asahara (Visiting Scholar, Stanford University)
All opinions and views expressed are solely those of the speaker(s) or moderator and do not represent the views, positions, or policies of any affiliated organization.