Digital Uzbekistan - Japan: International cooperation opportunities in Japan for Uzbek startups

IT Park Uzbekistan will organize Digital Uzbekistan – Japan in Tokyo, Japan, on December 11, 2026. An Open Call has been announced for Uzbek startups interested in participating in the event.

Digital Uzbekistan – Japan is aimed at showcasing Uzbekistan’s technological potential to an international audience, supporting local startups in entering the Japanese market, and establishing direct connections with Japanese companies, investors, and technology partners.

As part of the event, Uzbek startups will have the opportunity to present their products and solutions to Japan’s B2B audience, meet potential customers, and explore opportunities to operate in a new market.

Opportunities for participants

Selected startups participating in Digital Uzbekistan – Japan will receive the following opportunities:

• Meetings with potential customers. Present their products to Japanese corporations and companies interested in B2B/SaaS solutions.
• Finding local business partners. Establish connections with IT distributors, system integrators, resellers, managed service providers (MSPs), accelerators, and innovation hubs.
• Entering the Japanese market. Discuss opportunities to adapt products to local market requirements, develop go-to-market (GTM) strategies, and build sales channels together with local partners.
• Networking with investors. Meet representatives of Japanese and international venture funds, corporate venture capital (CVC), and angel investors.
• Connecting with the international technology community. Take part in a major technology event held in Japan.

During the offline program and Demo Day, special attention will be given to helping startups establish professional connections with potential customers, partners, and investors relevant to their products.

Who can participate?

The Open Call is available to Uzbek startups planning to enter the Japanese market or expand their existing operations in the country.

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Have a working product or minimum viable product (MVP), as well as an English-language website;
• Have initial sales or ongoing pilot projects with customers;
• Have a founder or co-founder who can communicate fluently in English.

Date: December 11

Location: Tokyo, Japan

Deadline: November 5

Digital Uzbekistan – Japan is designed to expand the presence of Uzbek startups in international markets, develop long-term cooperation with Japan’s business ecosystem, and create new investment and commercial opportunities.

Register: https://forms.gle/rT62zTRbQS7tjyac7