Deep-tech Dive Japan
Powering the next wave of semicon ventures
November 10, 2025
Grand Hyatt, Tokyo
Deep-tech Dive Japan is an exclusive opportunity for deep-tech startups to connect directly with:
- imec, the world-leading R&D hub in advanced semiconductor technologies, and venturing partner for deep-tech start-ups
- RISE-A, Japan’s newly launched industry-driven ecosystem for semiconductor innovation
With curated attendees from imec’s and Rise-A ecosystem, including startups, VCs, corporates, the event is designed to spark collaborations that will transform the future of semiconductors.
This event is the first imec–RISE-A collaboration, creating a unique bridge between Europe’s leading deep-tech hub and Japan’s emerging semiconductor ecosystem.
Deep-tech Dive Japan is hosted right before ITF Japan, imec’s flagship semiconductor ecosystem event.
What you will learn
- What’s imec’s approach to deep-tech venturing and its role in the ecosystem?
- How can imec’s disruptive R&D boost the value of young deep-tech ventures?
- Which investment opportunities arise from imec’s ecosystem?
- How does IC-Link support companies through every step of the silicon journey—from initial concept to full-scale manufacturing?
- Which enabling role does imec.xpand play in funding deep-tech ventures working with imec?
Unique opportunity for start-ups
- Pitch your venture in front of a curated audience of Japanese VCs, corporates, and global innovation leaders.
- Join panel discussions with Japanese investors and ventures to showcase your expertise and vision.
- Gain visibility in front of imec’s global investor and partner network.
- Explore collaboration opportunities with imec, RISE-A, and Japanese industry leaders.
Agenda
More details will be announced soon.
- 9:00 am: registration
- 9:30 am: welcome
- 9:40 am: imec overview
- 11:00 am: start-up pitches
- 11:30 am: panel discussion
- 12:00: closing remarks
About RISE-A
Revolutionary Innovation by Semiconductor Ecosystem for All industries (RISE-A) is a new general incorporated association established in 2025 by Mitsui Fudosan and semiconductor industry leaders.
RISE-A aims to:
- Build a co-creation hub where supply-side players (designers, manufacturers), user industries, academia, and startups meet.
- Strengthen Japan’s global competitiveness in semiconductors, a key priority for national strategy.
- Provide spaces & opportunities that reduce barriers to collaboration, information-sharing, and networking.
- Expand innovation by bridging the semiconductor industry with healthcare, mobility, finance, and other sectors that depend on chips.
Mitsui Fudosan brings proven experience from other successful ecosystems: