Asia's Innovation Ecosystem strengthens at SusHi Tech Tokyo 2025

ANI May 14, 2025 269 views

Governor Yuriko Koike inaugurated SusHi Tech Tokyo 2025 by drawing parallels between Edo-period sustainability and modern urban innovation. The event attracted 50,000 participants including Startup India delegates and featured AI solutions for retail and healthcare sectors. Tokyo officials emphasized Asia's growing tech ecosystem with special focus on Indian-Japanese collaborations. The summit uniquely blended traditional culture exhibits with futuristic tech pavilions, showcasing student innovations alongside established firms.

"Tokyo has inherited the DNA of sustainable Edo" – Governor Yuriko Koike
Tokyo, May 14: The SusHi Tech Tokyo 2025 event was held recently, bringing together 500 companies and 50,000 participants, including startups and leading-edge tech firms worldwid.

Key Points

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Governor Koike links Edo-era circular economy to modern Tokyo tech

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500 global firms showcase AI and sustainability solutions

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Startup India delegation highlights cross-border collaboration

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Student innovators pitch business ideas at hybrid culture-tech pavilions

Tokyo Metropolitan Governor Yuriko Koike officially inaugurated the event, setting the tone for a high-impact exchange of ideas.

Yuriko Koike, Tokyo Metropolitan Governor, said "The concept of a circular economy was deeply rooted in the Edo period -- the former name of Tokyo -- and its legacy of sustainability continues to inspire the city today. Tokyo has inherited the DNA of this sustainable Edo, carrying forward its spirit as it builds the future. This enduring tradition is now shaping Tokyo's vision for tomorrow. And while you're here, don't just explore the technology -- enjoy authentic sushi and soak in the excitement of these three incredible days at SusHi Tech Tokyo. With that, I'm proud to officially declare the opening of SusHi Tech Tokyo 2025. Thank you!"

Governor Yuriko Koike encouraged young students to take an active interest in startups.

During the event, five students presented their own developing business ideas.

Each pavilion featured a unique blend of traditional culture, modern technology, and contemporary design.

India's Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, under the Startup India initiative, also participated in SusHi Tech Tokyo.

Indian start-up of AI service, said " This technology can be used both for the customer support as well as sales and marketing. Come on. And within the I mean, in terms of the function of the industries, this could be done in retail and telecom and travel and healthcare. So anywhere where there is, a requirement for the conversation.

Kazuya Katayama, Deputy Director General, Startup Strategy Promotion Headquarters, said "Above all globalization is the distinctive characteristic of this event. Especially in Asia and India we tried to connect to eco system players. It has flourished today. SusHi Tech Tokyo is the opportunity for world ecosystem players especially for Asian and Indian. Bring up today's meeting to next step. For example, fundraising, IPO and collaboration with Japanese big companies. This kind of achievement will be handed over to next and after next. We wish to create good circulation".

Tokyo is evolving into a more sustainable, high-tech city while preserving the cultural legacy of the Edo era.

This unique blend of tradition and innovation positions Tokyo as a key driver of Asia's and the world's circular economy.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
Great to see Indian startups getting global exposure! 🇮🇳 Japan's focus on blending tradition with tech is inspiring. Hope our Indian ecosystem can learn from their circular economy models. The Edo period reference was particularly insightful.
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Priya M.
While this event looks impressive, I wish Indian cities would host similar tech summits with this scale and vision. Our startups have brilliant ideas but need better platforms. Kudos to Startup India for participating though! 🙌
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Arjun S.
Japan-India tech collaboration is the need of the hour! Their precision + our Jugaad innovation can create wonders. The AI service startup mentioned here sounds promising - hope they get good Japanese partners. #MakeInIndia #JapanCollab
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Neha T.
Interesting how Tokyo preserves its Edo legacy while embracing future tech. We Indians often forget our own rich traditions in the race for modernization. Maybe we need a 'SusHi Tech Bengaluru' celebrating Chola dynasty innovations alongside AI! 😊
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Sanjay R.
The student participation aspect is most impressive. India must focus more on nurturing student entrepreneurs from college level itself. Our IITs and NITs should take note of such models. Education + Entrepreneurship = Progress!
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Meena P.
While celebrating such events, let's not forget that India needs to improve its own startup infrastructure first. Better funding, less bureaucracy, and stable policies would help our innovators shine globally. The Japan model works because of strong systems.

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