9 German Startups Converge in Tokyo for SusHi Tech 2026
Nine innovative startups supported by the German Federal Government will showcase at the Startup Germany Pavilion during SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026, facilitated by German Accelerator (Start2 Group).
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German Accelerator, operated by Start2 Group, will participate in the Startup Germany pavilion at "SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026," a global innovation conference from Tokyo, held from April 27 to 29 at Tokyo Big Sight (West Halls 1-4).
Startup Germany is the overarching brand for the German federal government's startup support initiatives and Germany's advanced ecosystem, including German Accelerator. For this event, nine innovative startups supported by the German government will gather to provide an opportunity for direct interaction with Japanese companies, investors, and stakeholders.
### Exhibition Overview
- **Event Name:** SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026
- **Dates:** April 27 (Mon) - 29 (Wed), 09:00-18:00
- **Venue:** Tokyo Big Sight, West 3-4 Hall, 4F
- **Booth:** Germany Pavilion (Booth No: A-120)
- **Organizer (Pavilion):** Startup Germany (German Accelerator) / Start2 Group
### Nine Exhibiting Startups
- BADESOFA (Wellness)
- Eversyn (BioTech)
- TissueGUARD (MedTech)
- Ucaneo (ClimateTech)
- VisioLab (AI / Retail)
- CLYSO (Data / Cloud)
- LexaTexer (Enterprise AI)
- Workist (B2B SaaS / AI)
- Cynteract (MedTech / HCI)
### Stage Session
A panel discussion on industrial innovation and cross-border collaboration between Japan and Germany will be held at the Meteor Stage. Speakers will discuss the reality of AI implementation, the barriers faced, and what is needed to achieve collaboration across borders.
- **Date/Time:** April 27, 2026 (Mon) 17:10-17:55
- **Venue:** Tokyo Big Sight West 1-2 Hall, 1F Meteor Stage
"We are very pleased to serve as a bridge connecting cutting-edge German startups with Japan's innovation ecosystem through our participation in SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026. Please visit our booth," says Alex Daisuke Odajima, Japan Representative, Start2 Group.
### About Startup Germany
Startup Germany is a comprehensive brand for startup support measures provided by the German federal government. It encompasses international expansion support programs like German Accelerator, as well as funding, regulatory environments, and ecosystem development.
### About German Accelerator
German Accelerator empowers German startups to scale globally. With access to leading innovation hubs in the US, Asia, Africa, and South America, it offers customized growth programs, expert mentoring, and a broad network of business partners and investors. Since 2012, it has supported over 1,200 startups, which have raised more than $16.7 billion in cumulative funding. It is operated by Start2 Group and supported by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK).
### About Start2 Group
Start2 Group is a global innovation platform connecting startups, corporations, investors, and government agencies. Beyond supporting high-growth startups, it contributes to the development of the entire innovation ecosystem through corporate co-creation and collaboration with local and national governments. Since its founding in 2008, it has supported thousands of startups through all growth phases, from early funding to international expansion, operating in major markets across Europe, the Americas, Asia, and the Middle East.
Startup Germany is the overarching brand for the German federal government's startup support initiatives and Germany's advanced ecosystem, including German Accelerator. For this event, nine innovative startups supported by the German government will gather to provide an opportunity for direct interaction with Japanese companies, investors, and stakeholders.
### Exhibition Overview
- **Event Name:** SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026
- **Dates:** April 27 (Mon) - 29 (Wed), 09:00-18:00
- **Venue:** Tokyo Big Sight, West 3-4 Hall, 4F
- **Booth:** Germany Pavilion (Booth No: A-120)
- **Organizer (Pavilion):** Startup Germany (German Accelerator) / Start2 Group
### Nine Exhibiting Startups
- BADESOFA (Wellness)
- Eversyn (BioTech)
- TissueGUARD (MedTech)
- Ucaneo (ClimateTech)
- VisioLab (AI / Retail)
- CLYSO (Data / Cloud)
- LexaTexer (Enterprise AI)
- Workist (B2B SaaS / AI)
- Cynteract (MedTech / HCI)
### Stage Session
A panel discussion on industrial innovation and cross-border collaboration between Japan and Germany will be held at the Meteor Stage. Speakers will discuss the reality of AI implementation, the barriers faced, and what is needed to achieve collaboration across borders.
- **Date/Time:** April 27, 2026 (Mon) 17:10-17:55
- **Venue:** Tokyo Big Sight West 1-2 Hall, 1F Meteor Stage
"We are very pleased to serve as a bridge connecting cutting-edge German startups with Japan's innovation ecosystem through our participation in SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026. Please visit our booth," says Alex Daisuke Odajima, Japan Representative, Start2 Group.
### About Startup Germany
Startup Germany is a comprehensive brand for startup support measures provided by the German federal government. It encompasses international expansion support programs like German Accelerator, as well as funding, regulatory environments, and ecosystem development.
### About German Accelerator
German Accelerator empowers German startups to scale globally. With access to leading innovation hubs in the US, Asia, Africa, and South America, it offers customized growth programs, expert mentoring, and a broad network of business partners and investors. Since 2012, it has supported over 1,200 startups, which have raised more than $16.7 billion in cumulative funding. It is operated by Start2 Group and supported by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK).
### About Start2 Group
Start2 Group is a global innovation platform connecting startups, corporations, investors, and government agencies. Beyond supporting high-growth startups, it contributes to the development of the entire innovation ecosystem through corporate co-creation and collaboration with local and national governments. Since its founding in 2008, it has supported thousands of startups through all growth phases, from early funding to international expansion, operating in major markets across Europe, the Americas, Asia, and the Middle East.