On February 2, 2026, Chiaki Kimura, Founder & CEO of LUNDATTE, served as moderator at “RED TOKYO (Regional Entrepreneurship Design)”, a business pitch event held under GIRAFFES JAPAN, a women entrepreneur support initiative led by Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI).
The event brought together selected women entrepreneurs from the Tokyo region to present refined business plans and engage in dialogue with supporters, investors, and ecosystem partners.
About GIRAFFES JAPAN
A National Initiative Supporting Women Entrepreneurs
GIRAFFES JAPAN is a national program organized by METI to support women entrepreneurs across Japan.
The initiative provides mentoring, networking opportunities, and platforms for public presentation, aiming to accelerate sustainable business growth led by women founders.
Programs are designed and implemented regionally, reflecting local ecosystems while contributing to a nationwide entrepreneurial network.
“RED” – Regional Entrepreneurship Design
RED (Regional Entrepreneurship Design) is a core program within GIRAFFES JAPAN.
It functions as a business pitch and matching platform where women entrepreneurs present their ventures to supporters, corporate partners, and investors, fostering meaningful collaboration opportunities.
Overview of RED TOKYO (February 2, 2026)
Event Details
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Date: February 2, 2026
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Organizer: Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), Japan
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Venue: Tokyo Innovation Base (Tokyo)
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Format: Hybrid (On-site & Online)
RED TOKYO served as the regional edition representing the Tokyo area, showcasing entrepreneurs addressing social challenges through innovative business models.
Program Highlights
The program featured business pitch presentations, panel discussions, and networking sessions, creating opportunities for direct dialogue between entrepreneurs and ecosystem stakeholders.
Chiaki Kimura’s Role as Moderator
Background
Chiaki Kimura is the founder of LUNDATTE, a healthcare × apparel startup focused on gut health and well-being.
Her experience as a woman entrepreneur operating across industries and markets led to her appointment as moderator for RED TOKYO.
Connecting Entrepreneurs and the Ecosystem
As moderator, Kimura guided the event to ensure that each entrepreneur’s vision, background, and business value were clearly conveyed, fostering constructive dialogue between presenters and supporters.
Expanding Support for Women Entrepreneurs
From Tokyo to Nationwide Impact
RED TOKYO symbolizes the expansion of women entrepreneur support from Tokyo to the broader national ecosystem, strengthening collaboration between government, private sector, and founders.
Toward a More Inclusive Startup Ecosystem
Initiatives such as GIRAFFES JAPAN contribute to building a more inclusive and sustainable startup environment by incorporating diverse perspectives into innovation and economic growth.
About LUNDATTE
A Well-being Brand Rooted in Gut Health
LUNDATTE aims to make gut health a natural, stylish, and empowering choice.
By integrating healthcare and apparel, the company develops products that support daily performance and long-term well-being.
Growing with Society
Beyond product development, LUNDATTE continues to engage in social initiatives and public dialogue, striving to create new value at the intersection of health, lifestyle, and performance.
