SDGs to Startups Hackathon 2026

Join students across Tokyo to turn ideas into real startup prototypes tackling global challenges (UN SDGs).

No team or idea needed, just show up ready to build.
The top 5 teams get a fast-track pitch with venture capital investors.
📅 June 20–21, 2026
📍 Shibaura Institute of Technology
🎟️ Free for students
👉 Learn more about the event, schedule, and how to prepare!
What you'll do
→ Form a team (or come with one)
→ Build a prototype with mentor support
→ Pitch your idea to judges
Who is it for
University students in Tokyo (undergrad & grad)
All majors welcome: tech, business, design & beyond
No team or idea needed
What you'll do
→ Form a team (or come with one)
→ Build a prototype with mentor support
→ Pitch your idea to judges
Why join
Learn fast from industry professionals
Meet ambitious, interdisciplinary people
Work on real-world impact
Top teams will get to pitch to actual VCs
Bonus: Snacks and mentorship included. Just bring your laptop, friends and energy!
Organised by TSN · Tokyo AI · GDGoC Waseda · GDGoC IPUT · GDGoC Sophia · TUJ CS Society