[Collaboration of Aichi Prefecture and 4 cities] Government Pitch Event for Inbound Tourism to be held on June 12 (Fri) (Up to 10 million yen support!)
To promote inbound tourism in Aichi Prefecture, the government is collaborating with four model cities (Handa, Nishio, Gamagori, Tokoname) to host a 'Government Pitch Event' for startups on June 12, 2026. The event aims to recruit innovative solutions for tourism circulation, offering up to 10 million yen in support for pilot projects. Online participation is available.
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## Press Release Overview
Aichi Prefecture is collaborating with four model cities (Handa City, Nishio City, Gamagori City, and Tokoname City) to promote the attraction and circulation of foreign tourists within the prefecture. This fiscal year, the prefecture will engage in pilot projects aimed at bringing foreign travelers using Chubu Centrair International Airport to these model areas.
To facilitate the implementation of these pilot projects, we are hosting a 'Government Pitch Event' for startups and other entities to submit solutions that will lead to increased tourism in the four cities.
We invite startups capable of proposing initiatives that contribute to the promotion of tourism circulation for foreign visitors to participate.
## Event Overview
1. Date and Time: Friday, June 12, 2026, from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM.
2. Organizer: Council for Model Pilot Projects to Promote Tourism Circulation for Foreign Visitors.
3. Participation Method: On-site participation at Ginpaso (Gamagori City) or online via Google Meet.
4. Target Audience: Startups and other entities intending to collaborate with the council.
5. Content: Problem pitching, Q&A, and networking sessions.
## Application Method
Please submit your application via the dedicated form (https://peatix.com/event/4987574) by Wednesday, June 10, 2026.
Aichi Prefecture is collaborating with four model cities (Handa City, Nishio City, Gamagori City, and Tokoname City) to promote the attraction and circulation of foreign tourists within the prefecture. This fiscal year, the prefecture will engage in pilot projects aimed at bringing foreign travelers using Chubu Centrair International Airport to these model areas.
To facilitate the implementation of these pilot projects, we are hosting a 'Government Pitch Event' for startups and other entities to submit solutions that will lead to increased tourism in the four cities.
We invite startups capable of proposing initiatives that contribute to the promotion of tourism circulation for foreign visitors to participate.
## Event Overview
1. Date and Time: Friday, June 12, 2026, from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM.
2. Organizer: Council for Model Pilot Projects to Promote Tourism Circulation for Foreign Visitors.
3. Participation Method: On-site participation at Ginpaso (Gamagori City) or online via Google Meet.
4. Target Audience: Startups and other entities intending to collaborate with the council.
5. Content: Problem pitching, Q&A, and networking sessions.
## Application Method
Please submit your application via the dedicated form (https://peatix.com/event/4987574) by Wednesday, June 10, 2026.
FAQ
ガバメントピッチイベントはいつ、どこで開催されますか？
2026年6月12日（金）午後1時30分から午後3時30分まで、愛知県蒲郡市の「銀波荘」およびGoogle Meetでのオンライン形式で開催されます。
ガバメントピッチイベントの主な目的は何ですか？
中部国際空港を利用する外国人旅行者を、設定された4市（半田市、西尾市、蒲郡市、常滑市）に誘客・周遊促進するための革新的な解決策をスタートアップ等から募ることです。
誰が参加できますか？
協議会と連携して解決を目指すスタートアップや、その他の企業・団体が参加可能です。ただし、解決策の提案はスタートアップ単独、またはスタートアップを含む共同事業体のみ可能です。
イベント後の展開はどのようになりますか？
参加したスタートアップ等から解決策を募集し、7月中旬頃の締切予定で選定を行い、実証事業を実施する予定です。
参加申し込み方法と期限はいつまでですか？
2026年6月10日（水）までに、専用のPeatixページ（URL: https://peatix.com/event/4987574）から申し込みが必要です。