TIB KIDS (Aug. 23) & TIB PITCH (Aug. 24) to Be Held in the Tama Area!

Tokyo Innovation Base (TIB), operated by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, has grown into a major innovation hub attracting people from across Japan and around the world, guided by the principle of 'co-creation' and supported by diverse stakeholders.

In November last year, Tokyo upgraded its startup strategy, launching 'TIB2.0' to expand TIB's activities across the city, positioning it as a central node supporting an even wider range of innovators.

As part of this initiative, TIB will host 'TIB KIDS,' where children of the future can enjoy and experience technology, and 'TIB PITCH,' a pitch event for startups, in the Tama area this summer. Participation is highly encouraged.

1. TIB KIDS DAY in Tama

(1) Event Overview

Date and Time

August 23, 2026 (Sunday), 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Venue

Tokyo Tama Mirai Messee (Hachioji City), Exhibition Rooms C & D

Target Audience

Preschoolers, elementary school students, and families interested in technology and new challenges

(2) Main Content

Exhibitors include organizations and businesses related to the Tama region:

① Zen-chan

"Science Magic Show"

② Tokyo Denki University Junior & Senior High School

"Let's Create Toys of the Future"

③ EdFusion Inc.

"AI Workshop"

④ Shiraoka Lab (Keio University)

"Let's Make and Launch Rockets from Paper!"

⑤ amulapo Inc.

"Let's Go on a Space Adventure!"

⑥ Self-Wing Inc.

"Let's Create Wonderful Gifts with Wisdom and Ingenuity at the 'Thank You Workshop'!"

⑦ Tioro Inc.

"TioroBOX: A New Concept Block Using Cardboard and Magnets"

⑧ Robot Ride Inc.

"Experience Operating an Exoskeleton Robot!"

(Additional content to be announced on the official website)

(3) Registration

For details, please visit the TIB official website. Same-day participation is also accepted.

・https://tib.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/posts/2607250823

・https://tib.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/posts/tibkids2026823

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2. TIB PITCH in Tama

(1) Event Overview

Date and Time

August 24, 2026 (Monday), 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Venue

Startup Hub Tokyo TAMA (Tachikawa City) Event Space

Target Audience

Startups, corporations, VCs and financial institutions, government agencies, media, and anyone interested in startup collaboration

(2) Event Content

- A pitch event by startups aiming to solve social challenges faced by the Tama region and create new value

- Pitch evaluations conducted by judges with professional expertise

- Hands-on experience with services and products from pitching startups

- Networking among pitching startups, judges, and attendees

※ Services and products from startups selected through this event will be featured in pop-up stores and test marketing at TIB for approximately two months.

(3) Application for Pitching Startups and Event Attendance

Applicants for pitching startups will undergo a selection review.

For details, please visit the TIB official website.

https://tib.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/posts/tibpitch027_1

(Photos from previous TIB PITCH events)

This initiative supports the implementation of the 'Tokyo Strategy 2050'.

Strategy 10: Startups – 'Building a Field Where Startups Are Born and Grow'