Venture Café Global Gathering 2026 in Tokyo

Global Gathering bridges the gap between Tokyo’s local talent and global visionaries, making the future of innovation accessible to everyone. A veritable “festival of innovation”, across three locations in Toranomon Hills, experience a range of discussions, activities, and networking opportunities to help turn your ideas into action.

What to expect

This year’s Global Gathering is all about innovation in Japan. Pioneers from over 80 countries will come together to affect real-world change on some of the most pressing challenges facing the world today. Here’s just a snapshot of what to expect:

Talk sessions

Over 40 impact-driven sessions covering a broad range of topics, ranging from sustainable food systems and cities to AI, robotics, social wellbeing, and inclusivity.

Networking

More than just speeches, the event provides opportunities for meaningful networking with representatives from around the globe across three unique spaces:

• The Communal Hub (Toranomon Hills Forum): Meet builders and experts from around the world looking for their next collaborator.
• The Talent Grounds (CIC Tokyo): High-energy tech meetups and bilingual career fair designed for the next generation of talent.
• The Social Innovation Lab (Glass Rock): A dedicated space for mission-driven workshops and solutions creating domestic and international social impact.

PITCH2TOKYO Finale

The centerpiece of the event, watch as 18 elite global startups bring their most revolutionary visions to the stage, competing in a high-stakes finale in front of expert judges and a global audience.

Entry

The best thing about the event is that it’s free and open to the public. Sign up on the website to join for free.

Where is Global Gathering 2026?

The event is held across three venues: Toranomon Hills Forum, CIC Tokyo, and, new in 2026, Glass Rock Toranomon Hills.