Call for Participants: 1st "Digital Smart City Hamamatsu" Solution Pitch & Meetup Event, FY2026

The Hamamatsu City Digital Smart City Public-Private Collaboration Platform is now accepting applications for participants in the 1st "Digital Smart City Hamamatsu" Solution Pitch & Meetup Event of FY2026, aimed at solving regional challenges through public-private collaboration and promoting cooperation among members. Details are as follows.

1. Event Overview

(1) Date and Time: September 1, 2026 (Tue) 14:30–17:00

(2) Venue: Co-startup Space & Community FUSE (B1F, ZAZA City Hamamatsu Central, 100-1, Kajicho, Naka-ku, Hamamatsu City)

(3) Organizers: City of Hamamatsu, Hamamatsu City Digital Smart City Public-Private Collaboration Platform

(4) Eligibility: Open to anyone from companies, organizations, or students

2. Event Program (Tentative)

(1) Opening remarks and event overview

(2) Solution Pitch Session

※ A reverse pitch from the City of Hamamatsu, presenting municipal challenges, is also scheduled.

(3) Networking session

3. Registration

(1) How to Apply

Please apply via the "2. Participation Application" link below.

<Official City Website (Solution Pitch & Meetup Event)>

(2) Application Period and Conditions

Category

Application Period

Participation Conditions

With Pitch Presentation

<Presentation slots: approx. 7 participants※>

June 29, 2026 (Mon) –

July 24, 2026 (Fri)

Must be a member of the "Hamamatsu City Digital Smart City Public-Private Collaboration Platform"

Without Pitch Presentation

June 29, 2026 (Mon) –

August 25, 2026 (Tue)

No specific conditions

※ In case of high demand, individual consultations and adjustments may be required. Your understanding is appreciated.

4. Overview of the "Hamamatsu City Digital Smart City Public-Private Collaboration Platform"

(1) Purpose of Establishment Established with the aim of maximizing digital capabilities to improve quality of citizens' lives and optimize urban functions, thereby promoting sustainable city development where all citizens can live safely, securely, and happily through active participation of diverse stakeholders and public-private collaboration.

(2) Activities a. Activities to share information and promote collaboration on digital smart city initiatives across various fields in the city b. Activities related to research and studies on data utilization c. Activities to promote information sharing and collaboration among member organizations of the Platform d. Activities supporting proposals from members that contribute to solving regional challenges e. Activities promoting awareness and talent development regarding digital smart cities f. Other activities contributing to the advancement of digital smart cities in the city

(3) Number of Participating Organizations 250 organizations (as of May 18, 2026)