Overview
Hosted by the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) in partnership with Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) and X‑Hub Tokyo, this Demo Day brings together a curated cohort of Japanese startups delivering high-impact solutions across sustainability, mobility, resource recovery, robotics and more. You’ll engage with global entrepreneurs, explore breakthrough innovation and connect with UK-based corporates, investors and partners.
- Date: Thursday, 13 November 2025
- Time: 16:30 - 20:00
- Location: London
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Why Attend?
- Discover early-stage ventures ready for international partnerships, pilot opportunities or investment.
- Explore technologies driving impact for people, nature and climate — from EV infrastructure and circular economy solutions to assistive robotics and biodiversity tech.
- Network with innovation leaders, investor networks and corporate decision-makers in a focused, high-energy environment.
Meet the pioneering cohort
These seven startups represent the next wave of Japanese innovation:
Amperact — A Tokyo-based startup offering a patent-protected EV charging platform, selected for JETRO’s “Local to Global Success Program”.
Ashirase — Born out of Honda’s IGNITION programme, developing a shoe-mounted navigation system for visually impaired users using motion sensing and vibration-guided feedback.
Asuene — A climate-tech B-Corp delivering a cloud-based platform for carbon accounting, ESG supply-chain evaluation and decarbonisation; recently acquired US-based NZero to expand globally.
Emulsion Flow Technologies (EFT) — Spun out of the Japan Atomic Energy Agency; commercialising a breakthrough solvent-extraction process for rare metals from end-of-life lithium-ion batteries.
Innoqua — Founded by coral aquarists and AI engineers from the University of Tokyo; builds IoT/AI systems to recreate natural ecosystems for marine conservation and experimentation.
PEEL Lab — Based in Osaka, producing plant-based leather alternatives by upcycling fruit peels, supporting corporates with eco-leather design & production services.
WOTA CORP — Tokyo-based innovator in decentralised water reuse systems, including the WOTA BOX unit and further portable solutions advancing water resilience and accessibility.
Agenda
16:30 | Doors Open
17:00 – 19:00 | Startup Pitches & Demos
19:00 – 20:00 | Networking Reception
(Agenda subject to slight change.)
Registration & Important Note
We are currently reviewing all registrations to ensure the event remains a valuable experience for all participants. Due to limited space, we may prioritise attendees whose interests align most closely with the focus of the event. If we are unable to confirm your registration, we will notify you as soon as possible.
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