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- Meet with British Startups! Creative Tech -
June 15th Mon, 2026 9:00–12:30

Meet 15 UK Creative Tech Startups Seeking Collaboration with Japanese Companies

At this edition of OSAKA SPRINGBOARD, in collaboration with London & Partners, 15 UK creative tech startups will take the stage. These companies are leveraging advanced technologies such as AI, VR, VFX, and holographics to drive innovation in their fields.

The event will be held in two parts, featuring startup pitch sessions and networking opportunities for participants.

For Japanese companies interested in partnerships, co-creation, and new business development, this event offers an excellent opportunity to connect with promising UK startups and explore new global business opportunities.

Apply here!

Event Summary

Date and time
Monday, June 15, 2026 9:00–12:30 (JST)
Location
【Venue】
Osaka Innovation Hub / Hybrid
【Online Viewer】 Zoom Webinar
*We will send you the webinar link by the day before the event.
Target Audience
・Large and medium-sized companies (Japanese companies interested in collaborating with overseas startups)
・Investors, VCs, CVCs, and financial institutions
・Public agencies and local governments

※We do not accept participation for the purpose of sales.
※We reserve the right to refuse applications from those we deem to be ineligible for the program.
Capacity
Venue Capacity: 50 / Online: Unlimited
Participation Fee
Free
Pitch Language
English
Application Deadline
Thursday, June 11, 2026, 3:00 PM(JST)
Organizer
Osaka Business Development Agency   
Co-host
Osaka Innovation Hub   
In cooperation with



Collaboration Partner


British Consulate-General Osaka

Program Schedule

Monday, June 15, 2026 9:00–12:30
OSAKA SPRINGBOARD 2026
- Meet with British Startups! Creative Tech -
[First Half] Closed Session: Understanding the Osaka–Kansai Startup Ecosystem (Invited guests only)
9:00
Doors open
9:10
Opening Remarks (Osaka Innovation Hub)
9:15
Introduction to the Ecosystem
9:35
Discussion / Q&A (25 min)
10:00
Closing / Break
[Second Half] Open Session: Pitch Event ※Hybrid Format
10:10
Doors Open / Registration Opens
10:20
Introduction to the OSAKA SPRINGBOARD(5 min)
Remarks by the British Consulate General Osaka(10 min)(TBD)
10:35
Pitch by UK Startups (Part 1)
8 companies × 3 min
11:05
Break
11:10
Pitch by UK Startups (Part 2)
7 companies × 3 min
11:40
Networking
12:30
Closing

Partnering Event Information

On the evening, the networking event “Europe Night #3 : UK Edition”, hosted by the Umekita Future Innovation Organization (U-FINO), will be held. Participants will also have the opportunity to interact with startups that presented at OSAKA SPRINGBOARD 2026.

Europe Night is a networking event held at Grand Green Osaka (JAM BASE) with the aim of creating new opportunities for co-creation through direct exchange among entrepreneurs, investors, companies, researchers, and other stakeholders from Europe and Japan, as well as through the sharing of technologies and information.

＜ Overview of Europe Night #3 : UK Edition ＞
・Date and Time: Monday, June 15, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
・Venue: Time Out Market Osaka
・Participation Fee: JPY 1,000(Includes light refreshments and one drink.)
・How to Register: Participants of OSAKA SPRINGBOARD 2026 can also register for Europe Night #3 : UK Edition through the application form.
Those who wish to attend Europe Night #3 : UK Edition ONLY, please register here.

Inquiries regarding this event: Umekita Future Innovation Organization (U-FINO)

Businesses Presenting

「Meet the delegates」Click here
Bonza Music
Bonza Music empowers Japan’s media and entertainment industry with ultra-low-latency, studio-quality real-time music collaboration, enabling creators to seamlessly produce, perform, and co-create music for film, anime, gaming, and immersive virtual worlds with fully synchronized, high-fidelity audio experiences at scale.
Brompton Technology
Brompton Technology develops advanced LED video processing technology used in film production, live events, and digital displays.
DAIVID
DAIVID is a AI platform that measures and predicts advertising effectiveness by analysing creative, quantifying attention, emotional response, brand recall, and intent.
Emperia
Emperia is an immersive commerce platform enabling brands to create web-based 3D virtual experiences that drive engagement and sales.
Factory Fifteen
Factory Fifteen is a BAFTA and Emmy award-winning studio combining cinematic storytelling, spatial design, and AI-driven real-time technology to create premium experiential platforms for global brands and venues.
GEEIQ
GEEIQ is a data platform that helps brands measure and optimise performance across gaming and virtual worlds to maximise ROI.
Happaning
Happaning transforms live events into multi-view, data-rich experiences by capturing and synchronising fan-generated content to drive engagement and revenue.
HYPERVSN
HYPERVSN is a holographic technology platform delivering immersive visual experiences for global brands and events.
iGene
iGene is a global VFX and post-production company delivering film, animation, and colour grading services for major studios and streaming platforms.
InfluenConnect
InfluenConnect is an AI-driven platform that helps brands discover, vet, and activate influencers across global markets in a single workflow.
Mo-Sys
Mo-Sys is a virtual production platform that automates studio workflows, allowing a single operator to control live production through an intuitive interface.
MOONHUB
MOONHUB is a VR training platform that enables organisations to train employees in immersive, on-the-job simulations from anywhere.
North AI
North AI is an AI-powered research platform that uses simulated audiences to test and evaluate creative content with real-time behavioural insights.
Recraft AI
Recraft develops AI-native design tools and APIs that generate high-quality, brand-ready creative outputs for professional designers and teams.
Trint
Trint is an AI-powered enterprise content platform that transforms audio and video into publishable content with live transcription, translation, and AI-assisted drafting.

How to Join

■ For those who wish to attend in person:
Please register in advance and come to the venue on the day of the event.

■ For those who wish to attend online:
The event will be livestreamed via Zoom Webinar.
To watch, you will need an internet-connected device such as a PC or smartphone.
*If you plan to watch on a smartphone, please install the Zoom app beforehand.

【Additional Information】
・We will send the viewing URL by email by the day before the event.
・On the event day, please join through the URL provided in the email.
Apply Here!
Inquiries
OSAKA SPRINGBOARD Office (Osaka Innovation Hub)
〒530-0011
7F Knowledge Capital Tower C, Grand Front Osaka, Ofuka-cho 3-1, Kita-ku, Osaka
06-6359-3004
osb@obda.or.jp
(Mon. ~ Fri. 9:30-17:30
*Excluding holidays and New Year's period)
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