Competition & Award
CSUP - Circular Economy Startup Business Plan Contest 2026
Apply by Sep 18, 2026
About
The CSUP - Circular Economy Startup Business Plan Contest 2026 invites startups and aspiring entrepreneurs from Japan to submit their business plans for a chance to win significant cash prizes and receive support for developing their businesses within Saitama Prefecture.
Benefits
- 🎉Grand Prize of ¥1,000,000 for 1 recipient
- 🏆Excellence Awards of ¥500,000 each for 2 recipients
- 🎖️ Special Award of ¥300,000 for 1 recipient
- 🌱Support for developing businesses within Saitama Prefecture
Eligibility Criteria
- Startups from across Japan
- Individuals hoping to start a business
- Second-generation entrepreneurs
- In-house corporate ventures
- University spin-offs
Participation Commitments
- Application must be received by 5:00 p.m. on September 18
- First-round document screening in mid-October
- Final-round presentation review on November 13
Target Region
Japan
Target Sector
Circular Economy
Saitama Prefecture