{"id":541,"date":"2026-06-26T10:29:59","date_gmt":"2026-06-26T10:29:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/techgala.jp\/?page_id=541"},"modified":"2026-06-30T09:08:42","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T09:08:42","slug":"pitch-contest","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/techgala.jp\/en\/pitch-contest\/","title":{"rendered":"Grand Pitch 2026: BEYOND"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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What is the Grand Pitch?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The \u201cGrand Pitch 2026: BEYOND\u201d pitch contest, organized by TechGALA,
has welcomed participants from various countries and regions over its first two editions, supporting the creation of new businesses in Central Japan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For this third edition, we are once again calling for entries from players with innovative ideas and technologies that can change the world, aligned with TechGALA\u2019s five themes.\u2028Furthermore, in addition to welcoming a distinguished panel of judges, we are strengthening initiatives to create \u201cconnections that will change the future\u201d with investors and corporate venture capital (CVC) firms.
New collaborative efforts will dynamically take shape right here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t miss this opportunity\u2014let\u2019s build the future together.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Grand Pitch 2026: BEYOND
Now Accepting Applications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Applications for the first round of screening for Grand Pitch 2026: BEYOND are now being accepted.
We look forward to receiving your ideas that will connect with the world, spark new collaborative efforts, and change your future!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Preliminary Screening Application Form<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Application Deadline: Friday, September 18, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Awards &
Supports<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In addition to the prize money, the unique networking opportunities offered by \u201cTechGALA\u201d
\u2014where you can meet future partners and investors\u2014will propel your venture to the next level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Winner (1st Place)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\u00a51,000,000 Cash Prize<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

We are awarding this grant to provide business funding to help you take the next step.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Media Coverage<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

We provide support for media exposure, including through TechGALA media partners and various other media outlets.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

and more…<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Companies Advancing to the Finals
(Top 15 Companies)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Mentoring Support in Preparation for the Actual Event<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

In preparation for the final round of judging, experts and entrepreneurs will help participants refine their pitches right up until the event begins.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Matchmaking Support with Partner Companies<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

We will provide priority invitations for business meetings with open innovation partners at the TechGALA Speed Business Matching Event and offer matching support on the day of the event.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Exhibition Rights at the Demo Booth<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

You can set up a dedicated exhibition booth within the TechGALA venue to directly showcase your company\u2019s products and services to attendees.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

and more…<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Judges<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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