Selected as a development promoter in the Tokyo metropolitan government’s next-generation communication technology startup support project
*Plug and Play Japan Co., Ltd.*
Press release: September 4, 2024
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Selected as a development promoter in the Tokyo metropolitan government’s next-generation communication technology startup support project
Plug and Play Japan Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director and President: Vincent Philippe, hereinafter referred to as “Plug and Play
Japan”) has been selected by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government (Governor: Yuriko Koike) as a development promoter responsible for selecting and supporting startups in the Next Generation Communication Technology Startup Support Project (hereinafter referred to as the “Project”). .
*About next-generation communication technology startup support project* Based on the “Future Tokyo” strategy*1, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government aims to realize a new sustainable society using 5G technology, and from FY2020, in order to promote the creation of innovation and the establishment of new businesses by startups, etc. We have been implementing a project to promote development utilizing 5G technology.
On the other hand, the country also
It is the next generation of the 5th generation mobile communication system (5G), and is based on the “5G Promotion Strategy”, and is the next generation of the 5th generation mobile communication system (5G), which has ultra-high speed and large capacity, ultra-low latency, ultra-multiple simultaneous connections, autonomy,
scalability, and ultra-safety and reliability. , “Beyond” achieves ultra-low power consumption.
Research and development is underway toward the implementation of 5G. Based on this background, starting in FY2025, we will launch a program that utilizes next-generation communication technology in order to accelerate the creation and success of startups that develop products and services and business development that utilize 5G technology and next-generation communication technology. We are implementing a startup support project.
Through this project, Tokyo will
For startups based in Tokyo to hone their competitiveness to be competitive around the world, to create new businesses and innovations that utilize next-generation communication technology, to contribute to improving the quality of life of Tokyo residents, and to improve the corporate value of each startup. The purpose is
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Plug and Play
As the development promoter of this project, Japan aims to utilize 5G technology and next-generation communication technology to solve social issues through startup projects, while realizing a new “lifestyle” that will improve the quality of life of Tokyo residents. Plug and Play
Japan will select and support startups that are compatible with next-generation communication technologies such as search location information, simultaneous control, and image analysis, and plan to implement projects that address social issues such as transportation, crime prevention, and disaster prevention. .
In supporting these startups, Plug and
Technical advice on development by the Deeptech team, which supports technology startups in a wide range of fields, by leveraging Play’s global network of over 60 locations around the world, know-how in matching support and collaboration, and support for overseas expansion of Japanese startups. We will provide financial support for
development costs (up to 5 million yen per project), and support such as mentoring for collaboration.
In implementing the project, we will work together with partner businesses (carrier 5G operators and local 5G operators, chemical manufacturers, and electric power companies) and area management organizations in each region.
*Tokyo NEXT 5G Boosters Project Overview*
*Business theme*
Realizing a new way of life that improves the quality of life of Tokyo residents while solving social issues
* Expected fields of support startups (examples) *
Location information, simultaneous control, video analysis, crime prevention/disaster prevention, smart city, etc.
*Startup selection method*
・Public recruitment format
*Scheduled number of selections by Plug and Play*
・In principle, 5 or more companies within 3 years
* Accompaniment support implementation period (planned) *
・October 2024 to March 2027 (maximum)
*Open recruitment period*
・Public recruitment period: September 2024 and September 2025 (planned) ・How to apply: Please apply from the Plug and Play Japan website. (Reception form) https://form.jotform.com/242328386813461
*About Plug and Play Japan*
Plug and Play Japan is a world-class accelerator/venture capital company. As an innovation platform originating from Silicon Valley, more than 40 leading companies and organizations in various industries are currently participating as partners. Our strengths are “supporting innovation for major companies,” “cross-industry accelerator programs,” “startup investment,” and “supporting overseas expansion of startups through government/municipal collaboration,” leveraging our global network. We support co-creation between startups and major companies.
Plug and Play Japan HP: http://japan.plugandplaytechcenter.com
* Plug and Play Japan company profile *
Name: Plug and Play Japan Co., Ltd.
Address: 3F Shibuya Center Place, 1-16-3 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0043 Representative: Vincent Philippe, President and Representative Director Date of establishment: July 14, 2017
*Contact information for media inquiries regarding this matter* Plug and Play Japan Co., Ltd.
Person in charge: Abe
Mail: press-japan@pnptc.com
*1 “Future Tokyo” strategy
https://www.seisakukikaku.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/basic-plan/choki-plan