Lakeland University Japan News

News

Lakeland University Japan Selected as an Official Partner Event of SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026

Apr. 22, 2026

Lakeland University Japan (LUJ) has been selected to host an official partner event as part of SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026 (Sustainable High City Tech)—Asia’s largest innovation conference and a leading global platform focused on creating sustainable new value to address urban challenges through advanced technology, diverse ideas, and digital expertise.

Organized with the support of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, SusHi Tech Tokyo brings together startups, industry leaders, policymakers, and academic institutions from around the world to showcase and develop solutions for the future of sustainable cities.

As part of this global initiative, LUJ will host the:

LUJ Global Student Innovation Challenge: From Idea to Real-World Impact

Official Partner Event of SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026

Empowering students. Solving real-world challenges. Building the future through innovation and collaboration.

The LUJ Global Student Innovation Challenge is a curated innovation platform that brings together globally diverse students, industry professionals, and startup ecosystem participants to develop practical solutions to real-world challenges.

Aligned with the vision of SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026, the event fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, applied learning, and meaningful engagement with the Tokyo startup ecosystem.

Student teams will present innovative ideas in areas such as artificial intelligence, sustainability, and business innovation, with a strong emphasis on real-world implementation and societal impact. Participants will have the opportunity to receive feedback from external experts, connect with professionals, and explore pathways for transforming ideas into actionable solutions.

Through this initiative, Lakeland University Japan continues to bridge academic learning with real-world innovation, contributing to the development of sustainable, technology-driven cities.

Event Details

• Date: May 29, 2026

• Time: 17:00 – 20:00

• Venue: Lakeland University Japan, Tokyo, Japan

• Format: Hybrid event (in-person and online participation)

• Participants: Approximately 100 participants, including students, industry professionals, and startup ecosystem members.

Program

• Keynote session

• Student innovation pitches (approximately 8–10 teams)

• Networking with external judges and industry participants

Who Should Join

• University students (LUJ and external institutions)

• Startups and aspiring entrepreneurs

• Industry professionals and mentors

• Investors and ecosystem partners

What Participants Gain

• Direct feedback from industry experts and judges

• Networking opportunities with professionals and innovators

• Exposure to the Tokyo startup ecosystem

• Experience in developing and presenting real-world solutions

Be Part of the Innovation Movement

Join us for an inspiring evening of ideas, collaboration, and real-world impact.

Let’s build the future, together.

Get Involved

• To participate as a student or team

• To join as a judge or mentor

• To explore partnership opportunities

Contact: ekiprop[at]Japan.lakeland.jp

Learn More

SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026:
https://sushitech-startup.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/en/