Announcement: Silicon Catalyst Japan’s Incubation Program Information Session for the Next Generation of Semiconductor and Deep-Tech Startups

Silicon Catalyst Japan (“SCJ”) will host an Information Session on its Incubation and Acceleration Program on March 17, 2026, aimed at fostering and supporting startups in the semiconductor and broader deep-tech sectors.

At the opening of the session, we are honored to welcome Mr. Tetsuro Higashi, Director and Chairman of Rapidus Corporation, as a keynote speaker.

Drawing on his leadership in the semiconductor industry over many years, as well as his experience consistently operating at the forefront of semiconductor business, Mr. Higashi will share perspectives on the strategic background behind the establishment of Rapidus, structural changes in the global semiconductor industry, and the technologies and business strategies that Rapidus will adopt to strengthen the competitiveness of Japan’s semiconductor industry.

In addition to an introduction to Silicon Catalyst, the session will provide a practical overview of global-standard incubation and acceleration frameworks, as well as the process for potential participation in future programs.

For more details, please refer to the information below.

<About Silicon Catalyst Japan (“SCJ”) >

Silicon Catalyst Japan Inc. (CEO & Representative Director: Kay Enjoji, Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo) is the only incubator in Japan dedicated to the semiconductor industry, operating as the Japanese affiliate of Silicon Catalyst, Inc., based in the United States. Working closely with its global network and domestic partners, SCJ incubates semiconductor and deep-tech startups across Japan and Korea, as well as corporate carve-outs from enterprises. By reducing development risks and improving efficiency, SCJ contributes to the advancement of the next-generation semiconductor industry.

Who Should Attend

This session is open to a broad audience, including but not limited to:

• Founders and key members of semiconductor and deep-tech startups (at any stage)
• Engineers and researchers at corporations, research institutes, and universities who are interested in commercializing their research achievements or technologies, or who are already preparing to launch a startup

Event Details

• Date & Time: Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm (JST)
• Venue:            RISE GATE NIHONBASHI

                    　　　7F Suruga Building, 1-7-1 Nihonbashi-muromachi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Japan

• Format:           Hybrid (In-person and Online)
• Capacity:        Limited availability
• Language:      Japanese

Important Notes for Participation

Upon registration, participants will be asked to provide brief information regarding their technology, research background, and business concept.
Please note that attendance is limited due to venue capacity and operational considerations.

Those wishing to attend are kindly requested to register in advance via the dedicated registration form.

Registration Form

Register Here (Google Forms)