Kickoff Event for Japan's First CVC-Focused Innovation Hub 'JAPAN CVC BASECAMP' to be Held on May 27 at Tokyo Tatemono Pia Theater & Conference

## Launching Japan's First CVC-Focused Innovation Hub

FIRST CVC Inc., operator of one of Japan's largest CVC communities, and Tokyo Tatemono Co., Ltd. will host a large-scale conference, 'CVC VS 2026', on May 27, 2026. This event brings together CVCs, VCs, and startups to foster meaningful collaboration.

The event serves as the kickoff for 'JAPAN CVC BASECAMP', a dedicated innovation hub for the CVC community that opened this April within the 'TOFROM YAESU TOWER', directly connected to Tokyo Station. More than 900 industry stakeholders are expected to participate, featuring keynote speeches, talk sessions, and networking opportunities with leading industry figures.

## The Strategic Pivot of CVCs

Recently, large corporations in Japan have increasingly established CVCs as strategic mechanisms to leverage startup technology for future growth. While initial goals focused on capital gains through IPOs, tightened listing requirements on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market have made large-scale IPOs less viable. Consequently, many entrepreneurs are shifting exit strategies toward M&A, necessitating that CVCs play a more strategic role, such as building relationships with future M&A candidates and creating business synergies.

However, a lack of established forums for CVCs to share operational experiences and business co-creation cases has led to individual, siloed trials and errors. JAPAN CVC BASECAMP was established to overcome these challenges and advance the maturity of open innovation.

## Value Proposition: AI-Powered Matching and Mentorship

JAPAN CVC BASECAMP provides several key services:
- Networking opportunities with leading independent VCs and trusted startups.
- An open environment for sharing knowledge and successful business cases.
- Efficient matching support leveraging proprietary AI.
- Hands-on mentorship from experienced business co-creation professionals.

By organically integrating online and offline interactions, the hub promotes proactive discovery of technologies aligned with corporate strategies.

## Event Overview
- Date: May 27, 2026, 13:00 - 17:30
- Venue: TO YAESU HALL, 6th Floor, TOFROM YAESU TOWER, 1-6-1 Yaesu, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
- Organizers: FIRST CVC Inc. / Tokyo Tatemono Co., Ltd.

The keynote sessions will explore various facets of the CVC landscape, including sessions titled 'CVC VS Government', 'CVC VS VC', 'CVC VS Ecosystem', 'CVC VS Media', 'CVC VS Startup', and 'CVC VS CVC', featuring key leaders from across these sectors.

The event aims to serve as a launchpad for the CVC environment and provide a preview of the value offered by JAPAN CVC BASECAMP, cementing its role as a nexus for innovation.