Japan, Tokyo Weekly Tech Event Digest [`24 Nov 11 - Nov 17]

Hello, tech enthusiasts! Hope you’re having a great week. Here’s a list of upcoming tech events in Japan for the week of November 11 to November 17.

Events

Monday, November 11

• Global Startup Campus Workshop | 🕙 10:00 | Online | 🇬🇧🇯🇵 | 🔗Link: Panel discussion with MIT’s Dr. Robert Langer and Joichi Ito on Japan’s startup ecosystem. Topics include scientific entrepreneurship and the Global Startup Campus initiative’s approach to fostering innovation. Simultaneous interpretation available; registration required.

• BBusiness In Japan community networking | 🕛 12:00 | Online | 🇬🇧 | 🔗Link: Business In Japan community for an informal, audio-only networking session. Connect with fellow Japan enthusiasts and professionals, share insights, and expand your network. Hosted by Jason Ball, Steve, Francis, and Matt, this relaxed, bi-weekly meetup is perfect for anyone interested in Japan’s business landscape.

Tuesday, November 12

• Tokyo Startup Lunch Club | 🕦 11:30 | Marunouchi, Tokyo | 🇬🇧🇯🇵 | 🔗Link: Casual lunch meetup for startup founders, investors, and enthusiasts to connect and network in an informal setting.

• Techstars Tokyo Demo Day 2024 | 🕐 13:00 | Chuo City, Tokyo | 🇬🇧 | 🔗Link: Experience the inaugural Techstars Tokyo Demo Day featuring 12 startups from Japan and around the world. Hear pitches from innovative companies, followed by a networking session. Speakers include David Cohen, CEO of Techstars, and other industry leaders.

• Tokyo HackerSpace Weekly | 🕢 19:30 | HackerSpace, Tokyo | 🇬🇧 | 🔗Link: Weekly gathering for tech enthusiasts, makers, and hackers to collaborate, share ideas, and work on projects together.

Wednesday, November 13

• Yurakcho Coding and Chatting | 🕕 18:00 | Tokyo Innovation Base, Tokyo | 🇬🇧🇯🇵 | 🔗Link: Coding and chatting sessions focusing on Go and Rust. Connect with fellow developers, share your projects, and enjoy a free coffee!

• AiSalon Tokyo - November 2024 | 🕕 18:00 | Ark Mori Building, Tokyo | 🇬🇧 | 🔗Link: AI-focused community of founders, builders, investors, and enterprise partners for an evening of startup demos, guest talks, and networking. This month’s event includes pitches by Blitzscaling Academy startups and guest speakers like Kashi Tahir from Meta and Marat Karpeko from Wargaming.net.

• Hybrid Open Campus | 🕖 19:00 | Le Wagon Tokyo, Meguro | 🇬🇧🇯🇵 | 🔗Link: Info session on our Web Development & Data Science bootcamps, available both online and at our campus. Learn about our curriculum, scholarships, and career opportunities in tech!

• Tokyo HackerSpace Weekly JP | 🕢 19:30 | HackerSpace, Tokyo | 🇯🇵 | 🔗Link: Weekly gathering for tech enthusiasts, makers, and hackers to collaborate, share ideas, and work on projects together. In Japanese.

Thursday, November 14

• JETRO/Google/NVIDIA Startup Tech Day | 🕝 14:30 | Ark Mori Building, Minato City, Tokyo | 🇬🇧 | 🔗Link: Explore the future of generative AI with insights from startups using GCP and NVIDIA technologies. Learn about support programs from NVIDIA Inception, Google for Startups, and JETRO, followed by a startup showcase and networking happy hour.

• International Robotics Mixer | 🕔 17:00 | Venture Cafe Tokyo, Tokyo | 🇬🇧🇯🇵 | 🔗Link: Join Robotics x Tokyo and special guests MassRobotics along with 16 partner companies for networking and lightning pitches by global robotics startups, followed by casual socializing.

• Plot your Path: Navigating the AI Agent Landscape | 🕔 17:00 | Hybrid (CIC Tokyo, Toranomon + Online) | 🇬🇧 | 🔗Link: Explore the evolving AI agent ecosystem with insights on data, management, and applications within AI. Gain strategies and understanding for positioning your product in the AI industry. Hosted by Blitzscaling Ventures.

• SHOWCASE: Robotics Startups feat. MassRobotics | 🕕 18:00 | CIC Tokyo, Toranomon | 🇬🇧🇯🇵 | 🔗Link: Connect with robotics startups from across the globe, explore innovative solutions, and discuss growth opportunities in Japan and beyond. Hosted by MassRobotics and Robotics X Tokyo. In-person event; registration required.

• Orrick x Headline: Legal AMA for Startups! | 🕕 18:00 | Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe, LLP, Minato City, Tokyo (Hybrid) | 🇬🇧🇯🇵 | 🔗Link: Get your legal questions answered by startup-focused lawyers in this hybrid AMA session. Featuring experts Joseph Perkins from Orrick Silicon Valley and Hiroki Sugita from Tokyo, this event covers topics from company incorporation to IP and equity compensation.

• HN Tokyo Japan Meetup | 🕡 18:30 | BLINK Roppongi, Tokyo | 🇬🇧 | 🔗Link: Join the HN Tokyo community at a new venue for an evening of networking and casual pitches. This social event is ideal for tech and business enthusiasts to connect, share ideas, and make announcements. Drinks available for purchase; small cash-only entry fee at the door.

Friday, November 15

• Tokyo Test Fest | 🕘 09:00 | KFC Hall & Rooms, Tokyo | 🇬🇧🇯🇵 | 🔗Link: An international conference focusing on AI & ML in software development, featuring keynote speakers, workshops, networking opportunities, and insights for upcoming software engineers and students.

• Data Science & Analytics Meetup | 🕞 15:30 | Irish Pub Man In The Moon, Tokyo | 🇬🇧🇯🇵 | 🔗Link: A gathering for professionals in the data field to socialize, connect, and share knowledge while relaxing after work. Join for free entry and networking opportunities.

• AI Buildathon by Inception Studio | 🕡 18:30 | Mercari office, Tokyo | 🇬🇧 | 🔗Link: Inception Studio Japan’s first AI hackathon, bringing together AI engineers, designers, and data scientists to tackle real-world challenges and develop innovative AI solutions. The event features team formation, workshops, and a demo day judged by industry leaders. Winners have opportunities for potential startup success, including funding and project collaborations.

• Nerd Nite Tokyo | 🕗 20:00 | Ryozan Park Lounge, Sugamo | 🇬🇧🇯🇵 | 🔗Link: Monthly gathering with presentations on long COVID and planetary atmospheres, including food and drinks available. Engage with curious minds in a relaxed setting!

Saturday, November 16

• Coffee and Code | 🕙 10:00 | Starbucks in Roppongi Hills, Tokyo | 🇬🇧🇯🇵 | 🔗Link: A relaxed gathering for coders and IT enthusiasts to discuss their projects, learn, and share tips while enjoying coffee. All nationalities and ages are welcome.

• Dev Japan Meetup | 🕛 12:00 | Impact HUB, Tokyo | 🇯🇵 | 🔗Link: Join creatives, engineers, students, and founders in Japan to connect and work on projects in a collaborative environment. Enjoy access to cafe space and meet others in the tech community.

• Rakuten Technology Conference 2024 | 🕙 All Day | Rakuten Crimson House, Tokyo | 🇬🇧🇯🇵 | 🔗Link: 16th edition of Rakuten’s annual tech event, focusing on “AI-nization 4.all.” This year’s conference offers keynotes from industry leaders, AI and cloud technology panels, networking opportunities, and interactive activities for all ages. Free and open to everyone; registration required.

Sunday, November 17

• Developer Personal Project Meetup | 🕙 10:00 | Starbucks Coffee - Shibuya MODI, Tokyo | 🇬🇧🇯🇵 | 🔗Link: International developer meetup where participants share their projects, discuss improvements, and collaborate on individual or group efforts. Open to all skill levels!

• TechBrunch: Holiday Shopping | 🕦 11:45 | Hotel Metropolitan Edmont, Tokyo | 🇬🇧🇯🇵 | 🔗Link: Relaxed TechBrunch event discussing the latest gadgets and gear to optimize your workspace, while enjoying a delicious brunch and networking with like-minded tech enthusiasts.

• Digital Nomads Chill Out | 🕕 18:00 | COMMISSARY, Tokyo | 🇬🇧 | 🔗Link: Join DN Tokyo’s meetup for digital nomads and expats to connect over various foods and drinks in a spacious setting. Limited to 15 participants.

Disclaimer

Events above are collected from a variety of online open sources. There might be changes or cancellations. Please check the event page for the most up-to-date information.

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