[ovgo Co., Ltd.] ovgo has been selected for “J-StarX Food Frontiers USA” sponsored by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. *ovgo Co., Ltd.*
Press release: September 13, 2024
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ovgo has been selected for “J-StarX Food Frontiers USA” sponsored by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.
*10 of Japan’s most promising food tech startups will participate. ovgo will be participating as one of them. *
J-StarX Food Frontiers is an entrepreneur training and overseas dispatch program sponsored by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.
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ovgo Co., Ltd. (Location: TAS Building 1F, 2-5-2 Nishi-Kanda, Chiyoda-ku, Representative: Risa Takagi), which operates Baker (Obgo Baker), was selected.
*J-StarX Food Frontiers USA*
The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) is collaborating with Silicon Valley’s food innovation hub, KitchenTown, to develop and expand their business in the US market with JETRO’s first acceleration program for food tech startups in the US. The purpose is to acquire the necessary knowledge and build relationships with the community.
Ten of Japan’s most promising food tech startups will participate in the seven-month intensive program. ovgo will be participating as one of them.
Sarah, Director of Strategy at KitchenTown
“We have a proven track record of supporting innovative startups that are passionate about developing new products and technologies that are better for people and the planet,” said Sha. We look forward to this unique and exciting opportunity to bring our customers to the American food scene.”
The program will begin in September 2024 with 10 excellent and high-quality startups that have undergone a rigorous selection process, and will prepare to enter the U.S. market through various programs, with a demo day scheduled for March 2025.
*About ovgo Co., Ltd.*
We are a socially conscious brand that solves environmental and social issues through food. The company name is “organic, vegan,”
gluten-free as
ovgo is a vegan bake shop that manufactures and sells baked goods made with all plant-based, organic, and domestic ingredients as much as possible.
Baker”. Currently, we operate seven stores in Tokyo, including Nihonbashi, Harajuku, Kyoto, and Fukuoka. →Currently, we operate 4 stores mainly in Tokyo, Nihonbashi, Harajuku, and Tokyo. This is the first time a restaurant in Japan has received B.
Obtained Corp certification. ovgo has been preparing to launch a US corporation in 2023 and promote its US business. We will use this acceleration as an opportunity to further expand our sales channels and expand our business in the United States.
* -Contact information regarding this matter-*
ovgo.tyo@ovgobaker.com