Dear Partner Institution
Greetings from the International Center at Chuo University, Japan.
We are pleased to inform you about a new international business plan competition being organized by a consortium of universities in Tokyo.
The TOKYO GLOBAL INNOVATION CHALLENGE welcomes applications not only from
Japanese students but also strongly encourages participation from students at overseas universities.
◆Competition Overview:
Name: TOKYO GLOBAL INNOVATION CHALLENGE
Organizer: TOKYO GLOBAL INNOVATION CHALLENGE Executive Committee (coordinated by Chuo University)
Eligibility: Undergraduate and graduate students
Language: English
Application Deadline: Sunday, October 18, 2026
◆ Key Features:
- The competition is conducted entirely in English
- We encourage collaborative teams comprising Japanese students, international students, and students from overseas universities
- The event is managed through an inter-university executive committee
- Last year's edition drew more than 200 entries from students in 40 countries
This competition is designed as a platform for co-creation and collaborative learning, where domestic and international students work together to present business ideas in English.
We would greatly appreciate your support in promoting this opportunity by sharing this information with relevant departments at your institution.
Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Thank you for your continued partnership and cooperation.
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Contact:
TOKYO GLOBAL INNOVATION CHALLENGE Executive Committee Secretariat (International Center, Chuo University)
Contact persons: Futoshi Gomamoto, Kumiko Seto, Miyuki Kawamura
g.entre-staff-grp@g.chuo-u.ac.jp
Website: https://tokyo-global-innovation-challenge.jp/en/
