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Foodtech Grand Prix 2026

Standing up for solutions to society's problems
Food production, processing technologies, distribution systems, etc. that can realize a sustainable food industry
We will implement the technologies and thoughts of entrepreneurs and researchers in the food tech area into society together.
NEWS
【開催報告】フードテックグランプリ2025：最優秀賞はCaramelersが受賞 ―歯磨きスイーツで世界の歯磨き弱者を救う
2025/10/14 Foodtech Grand Prix 2025: Grand Prize Won by Caramelers -Toothpaste Sweets Save the World's Toothbrush Victims
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フードテックグランプリ2025 開催のお知らせ
2025/10/08 Foodtech Grand Prix 2025 to be held
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領域別TECH PLANTER 2025 パートナー、ファイナリスト決定のお知らせ -全国から集結した84チームのファイナリスト、45のパートナー企業と共に世界の課題解決に挑む-
2025/09/20 Announcement of TECH PLANTER 2025 Partners and Finalists by Domain - 84 finalist teams from across Japan, together with 45 partner companies, will take on the challenge of solving global issues.
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TECH PLANTER 2025 デモデイ開始のお知らせ -国境を超えた課題解決プロジェクトを集合体の知を持って挑む-
2025/09/13 Announcement of the start of TECH PLANTER 2025 Demo Day -Taking on cross-border problem-solving projects with collective knowledge
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ABOUT
point (e.g. of a statement)
大学や研究機関、企業の研究所では科学技術の「種」が生まれていますが、実用化に向けて芽を出すまでに大変な努力を要します。リバネスならびにパートナー企業によって開催する「テックプランター」は、これを発掘し、ビジネスまで芽吹かせるプランターとしての役割を担うことを目的としたエコシステムです。

Related Grand Prix :. Foodtech Grand Prix List
subject (of taxation, etc.)
  • ディープテック領域の技術シーズをもとに世界を変えたい、世の中をよくしたいという構想を持ち、創業あるいは新事業展開の意志がある方
  • Individuals and teams are both welcome to participate, even before incorporation.
  • No limitation on the number of years of establishment, even if you are already a corporation. Even if you are close to mass production or PMF establishment, if you are planning to collaborate with partner companies, etc., it is acceptable.
Application Theme
持続可能な食産業の実現に資する技術（キーワード：新食品素材、代替プロテイン、食品製造、流通管理、フードロス、食品分析等）
Application period
2025年12月1日（月）～2026年7月3日（金）23:59
Screening Criteria
A panel of judges composed of LIVERNESS and its partners will review the following items
  1. 01novelty (patentability)
  2. 02feasibility
  3. 03Overseas Expansion Capabilities
  4. 04Are you going to change the world?
  5. 05passion
commendation
Grand Prize: (300,000 yen cash prize + right to receive 5 million yen business investment) 1
Corporate Prize: (200,000 yen) Approximately 10 prizes will be awarded.
SCHEDULE
12/1[MON]

Entry Start

this way (direction close to the speaker or towards the speaker)Please register as a member and fill out the web form to apply.
We also hold information sessions on a college-by-college and individual basis to encourage determination to enter and to teach tips on document preparation. Please feel free to contact us for more information.

6/3[WED]

kickoff

RIVANES and its partners, as well as entered teams, will meet and mingle.
Business consultation and partnership development with each other will be available. Participation or lack of participation on the day of the event will not be considered.

7/3[FRI].

1次選考：書類審査（エントリー締切）

A panel of judges composed of LIVERNESS and its partners will review the documents.
You will be asked to submit information about your team, skills, passions, and vision for the future via web form and video.
All applicants will be notified of the screening results and provided with feedback on their applications.
In addition, individual interviews (also online) for presentation review will be conducted for those who wish to participate.

8monthfirst 10 days of month

Finalists determined

Interviews will be held for applicants who pass the document screening to brush up their presentations for the final round.
In addition, meetings can be set up with partner companies for the purpose of business consultation and developing partnerships.

10/10[SAT]

Food Tech Grand Prix

The 12 finalist teams that pass the document screening will be screened for presentation.

10Month～

Cooperation Discussion

After the Demo Day, the contact point between the venture and LIBANES will continue to be open for discussions on commercialization.
We handle a wide range of start-up issues, from incorporation to prototype development, financing, R&D, and more.
In addition, collaborative matching between ventures and partner companies has become more active to support business development.

PARTNER
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ASSET
  1. ASSET01Riverness Communicator
  2. ASSET02Partners
  3. ASSET03Professional Supporter
  4. ASSET04superfactory group
SUPPORT
  1. SUPPORT01Organize the purpose and vision of starting a business
  2. SUPPORT02Brush up on your presentation
  3. SUPPORT03Providing opportunities for business company collaboration
  4. SUPPORT04Support for R&D and prototype development
  5. SUPPORT05Support for knowledge and IP strategies
  6. SUPPORT06finance
DEMO DAY
Grand Prix Name
Foodtech Grand Prix 2026
Location
center of a garage (1-16-3 Yokogawa, Sumida-ku, Tokyo)
Date & Time
2026年10月10日（土）13:00-19:00
Application period
2025年12月1日（月）～2026年7月3日（金）23:59
Participation Target
Held on a closed, pre-registration basis (finalists, partner companies, professional supporters, Super Factory Group)
organizing
Leave a Nest Co., Ltd.
timeline
12:30-13:00
inauguration
13:00-13:30
主催者挨拶・パートナー紹介
13:30-17:00
Presentations (Presenter 1-12)
17:00-17:50
審査時間・交流会
17:50-19:00
Announcement of Judging Results and Award Ceremony
19:00-19:30
(cultural) exchange meeting
JUDGE
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FINALIST
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FOOD TECH10/10holding a meeting
entry
Wanted!