The recognition highlights both the strength of the Swiss startup ecosystem and the relevance of the ventures showcased across AI, Deeptech, Climate Tech, and Cybersecurity: AckTao, AVAtronics, BeEmotion.ai, DuoKey, ESG Explorer, Jaipur Robotics, Kido Dynamics, NovoViz, REM Analytics, and REOR20. Each company shares a common ambition: translating advanced science and technology into scalable, real-world applications.

The Swisstech Pavilion was organized by Swissnex in Japan and supported by Presence Switzerland, Swiss Business Hub Japan, Innosuisse, Innovaud, Switzerland Global Enterprise, Deep Tech Nation Switzerland, and the Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (SCCIJ).

This strong institutional presence was matched by high-level engagement during the official opening, attended by Tokyo Vice Governor Manabu Miyasaka, Ambassador Roger Dubach, Swissnex CEO and Consul Dr. Felix Moesner, and SCCIJ President Michael Mroczek. A subsequent visit by Governor Yuriko Koike further underlined the importance of international collaboration in shaping next-generation urban systems.

Beyond visibility, the week was defined by concrete exchange and collaboration. Swissnex in Japan signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST), represented by Lauren Bic Ha, strengthening cooperation on global collaboration and joint initiatives.

Swiss startups also participated in pitch sessions and targeted meetings with key ecosystem actors, opening new pathways into Japan’s innovation landscape. Additional engagements included a high-level pitch night at the Swiss Ambassador’s Residence on April 28, alongside sessions with partners such as Scrum Ventures. Contributions from Michael Hideki Matsumura, Ken Verhama, and representatives of the World Economic Forum, as well as feedback from ABB Motion Ventures and Yuri Group, enriched the evening discussions.

Beyond SusHi Tech, the startups also showcased their cutting-edge solutions in Osaka. The exhibition “From Heidi to High Tech” offered a broader perspective on Switzerland’s innovation ecosystem. Developed in collaboration with the TOP 100 Swiss Startup Award and Deep Tech Nation Switzerland, the exhibition also presented success stories of unicorns, reaching local innovators, students, and partners.

The Osaka program concluded on April 24 with business matching and pitching sessions bringing together ecosystem stakeholders from across Kansai. Insights from city representatives of Osaka, Kyoto, and Kobe, furthered opportunities for exchange and collaboration.

As the week concluded, the Swisstech Pavilion’s back-to-back award reflected the strength of Swiss innovation, which supports a growing network of partnerships supporting the development of future urban systems. Switzerland continues to position itself as a driver of open innovation, strengthening collaborations, accelerating solutions, and contributing to the cities of the future.