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Networking at the GFTN Forum, Japan

Grow your network, discover opportunities, and exchange insights in a uniquely Japanese setting

Meet policymakers, technologists, business leaders, and investors from around the world at the GFTN Forum, Japan. Explore the 2025 networking events below.

VIP Reception

Sponsors are warmly invited to an exclusive VIP Reception at TWOROOMS, Nihonbashi. Indulge in exquisite beverages in a sophisticated setting, while networking and connecting with prominent industry leaders.

6:00pm - 8.00pm, Monday 3 March 2025
TWOROOMS Nihonbashi (7F Annex Nihombashi Takashimaya S.C.) ​
Invitation Only Event for Sponsors

GFTN Forum Japan VIP Reception
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GFTN Forum, Japan x FINOLAB Party

Embrace the fusion of nature and cityscape as you join fellow attendees at this soirée. Hosted at the Otemachi Building, come and join us for a night of networking in a relaxed environment. 

6:00pm - 8:00pm, Tuesday 4 March 2025
7F, Otemachi Building (1-6-1 Otemachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0004)
Open to Pass holders - space is limited, entrance on a first-come, first-served basis. Pre-registration required.

Bar Crawl

Join us for an exclusive Bar Crawl! Explore local bars and restaurants along the vibrant high corridor, enjoy refreshing drinks, and immerse yourself in the captivating glow of Japanese Umbrella (和傘) illuminations while networking and mingling.

6:00pm - late, Wednesday 5 March 2024
Otemachi Area​, Tokyo
Open to all Pass holders

GFTN Forum Japan Japanese Umbrellas
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Founders ROCK 

Money moves and killer grooves collide!

Dive into "The Founders ROCK", where entrepreneurial minds jam on stage, igniting connections and innovation!

6:00pm - 8:00pm , Wednesday, 6 March 2024
2F Main Hall, Kanda-Myojin Shrine 
Open to all Pass holders

Attending Organisations

Private and public sector leaders from across the globe are attending GFTN Forum, Japan to engage, connect, and collaborate

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Elevandi Japan

Elevandi Japan, the Japanese subsidiary of the not-for-profit global FinTech ecosystem builder Elevandi, is playing a strategic role in developing and accelerating the Japanese and North East Asian FinTech ecosystem; promoting Japan's advancement in critical technologies, and connecting Japan with Elevandi's fast-developing global network of initiatives.

2025 International Satellite Events

  • Tuesday, 5 March
  • Wednesday, 6 March
  • Thursday, 7 March
  • Friday, 8 March
  • Monday, 11 March

4:30pm - 5:30pm

FINOLAB, 4F, Otemachi Building (1-6-1 Otemachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0004)

Github CTO Circle

GitHub CTO Circle is an exclusive initiative created to cultivate a tight-knit community of startup CTOs and technology leaders. Its primary objective is to promote collaboration, facilitate the exchange of knowledge, and nurture the growth of strong best practices within early-stage and rapidly expanding startup enterprises. 

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7:00pm - 10:30pm

Date to be confirmed

Fintech Startup Mixer by Takeoff Tokyo and GIG-A

Takeoff Tokyo is a one-day event for world-conquering founders, visionary investors, influential media and ecosystem players from around the world. Startups will go head to head in a pitch contest, entrepreneurs and investors will share their experiences on panel discussions. 

GIG-A is a fintech company providing a multilingual, 100% mobile, simple and hassle-free bank account to foreign residents of Japan. GIG-A was also Takeoff Tokyo’s pitch contest winner in 2023. 

Registration: Free Entrance 

10:15am - 12:00pm

Morning Tea Session & networking between Australian organization visiting Japan Fintech Week and Japanese players in FinTech, blockchain and DeFi

Organised by: AUSTRADE

By invite only

1:00pm - 6:30pm

Brillia Lounge（東京建物八重洲ビル1F) 東京都中央区八重洲1-4-16 Japan 

Discussing FinTech with Global Leaders

Organised by: Tokyo Tatemono, CFTE, Mizuho and Elevandi Japan

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10:00am - 1:00pm

APAC FINOLAB Panel Pitch & Lunch

Organised by: FINOLAB

By invite only

3:45pm - 6 pm

British Embassy Tokyo (〒102-8381 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Ichibancho, １) 

UK FinTech Meetup event at British Embassy Tokyo

Organised by: British Embassy Tokyo 

REGISTER TO ATTEND

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Growth 1(Event Space),2nd floor, Fukuoka Daimyo Garden City Terrace, 6-53,Daimyo 2-chome,Chuo-ku,Fukuoka-shi,Fukuoka 

Fukuoka FinTech Meetup

Organised by: Fukuoka Prefectural Government 

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