Next Kitchen 2026 recap: Day 3

Day 3 | From conversations to concrete opportunities

The third day was dedicated to one-on-one business matching meetings.

Startups met directly with Japanese companies to explore potential collaborations in depth — discussing production, sourcing, distribution, and long-term partnership models. What stood out was the level of preparation and genuine interest on both sides.

Beyond the meetings, the day also created space for more informal conversations — the kind that often build trust and lead to the most meaningful connections.