On March 28 at 9:05 PM, our co-creation project with Seino Holdings—“A Demonstration Aiming to Realize a Circular Society Through Sustainable Products”—was featured on Gifu Broadcasting System (ぎふチャン) during the program “Meccha Gifu Wakaru Terebi.”
On March 13, 2025, the award ceremony and exhibition event for the 1st Kering Generation Award Japan was held in Toranomon, Tokyo. We participated as one of the finalists.
Although we were not selected among the top three winners, the insights and connections gained through this event were invaluable. We will continue to leverage this experience to drive forward innovative initiatives and work toward creating a more sustainable future.
We Will Speak at the 23rd Chubu Conference on Global Warming
On March 4, 2025, we will be speaking at the “Decarbonization Business in Light of COP29 – The Frontline of Environmental Startups” at the 23rd Chubu Conference on Global Warming.
This seminar will highlight the latest initiatives of environmental startups, as well as various support systems, including public and financial assistance. Our company will also present our efforts in circular business utilizing plant waste materials.
The event will be available online, so please register and join us!
Registration Form: https://forms.gle/MPxKsFfwtKTaoDiNA
Spacewasp was featured on “START UP!!”, a program by Tokai Television.
This episode was the first part of the STATION Ai Special Investigation Series, where the show’s MCs, Manabu Takeuchi and Takumi Ishida from the comedy duo Kaminarisan, visited Spacewasp.
The program highlighted our products and business, while our CEO shared insights on why we started working with plant-based waste and our vision for the future.
Be sure to check it out!
Seino Holdings Co., Ltd. and our company have initiated a demonstration project aimed at creating a circular society through sustainable products made from plant-based materials.
Using wooden pallets collected from Seino HD’s logistics sites, we leverage our proprietary technology that repurposes plant waste into furniture and building materials. This collaboration focuses on reducing environmental impact and promoting sustainability.
https://online.logi-biz.com/116260/
https://www.nikkei.com/article/DGXZQOFD073NL0X00C25A1000000/
Our company has been selected as one of the ten finalists for Season 3 of ‘AICHI NEXT UNICORN LEAGUE,’ a business plan contest organized by Aichi Prefecture aiming to create unicorn companies. This season focuses on “Business Plans Targeting Global Markets.”
The final evaluation, featuring pitches from all ten finalists, will be held on February 6, 2025, at STATION Ai. During this event, a winning business plan will be awarded a prize of 10 million yen.
On December 9, 2024, CIC Tokyo hosted the event “Transforming Towards Sustainable Business: Exploring the Potential of the Circular Economy” at “STATION Ai,” Japan’s largest open innovation facility.
During the event, our CEO, Isesaki, presented a pitch showcasing our initiatives to manufacture and sell plant-based interior spaces made from plant waste.
The 4th Gifu Tech Plan Grand Prix, organized by Gifu Tech Planter, was held on November 30.
This initiative aims to build a sustainable industrial ecosystem by discovering and nurturing researchers and technology venture companies centered in Gifu Prefecture.
During the event, finalists delivered their presentations, and our company was honored with both the “Mizuho Bank Prize” and the “Nagatora Spinning Prize.”
The final selection for the CNB Venture Award 2024, organized by the Chubu New Business Council, was held on November 26. Our company was honored with the Nagoya Chamber of Commerce and Industry President’s Prize.
During the selection event, representatives from five finalist companies delivered presentations, and after careful evaluation, we were chosen to receive this prestigious award.
https://www.nikkei.com/article/DGXZQOFD25BAZ0V21C24A1000000/
Our demonstration project began on October 30 at the first floor of Gifu Media Cosmos and at Gifu City Hall.
This trial aims to gather data on demand, durability, and usability by displaying 3D-printed furniture, including desks, chairs, and shelves.
We invite visitors to see and interact with the products firsthand and participate in a survey to help guide future product development.
https://www.city.gifu.lg.jp/business/sangyoushinkou/1005760/1005761/1027469/1027480/1029023.html