EIT Food - Calling2Scale Gunma Startup Market Entry Programme 2026 (With Up to €2,200 in Funding)

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About EIT Food - Calling2Scale Gunma Startup Market Entry Programme

Calling2Scale Gunma is an international startup acceleration and market-entry programme launched by EIT Food in partnership with the Gunma Prefecture Governor’s Office.

The programme is designed to help advanced European startups explore commercial opportunities in Japan by connecting them directly with established companies in Gunma.

Rather than focusing only on general startup training, Calling2Scale Gunma is built around specific corporate innovation challenges. Selected startups work with participating Japanese companies to explore potential partnerships, technology applications, and Proof-of-Concept opportunities.

• Sponsor Organisation: EIT Food

Benefits of EIT Food - Calling2Scale Gunma Startup Market Entry Programme

• Each selected startup receives a €2,200 lump-sum contribution toward travel and accommodation costs associated with the in-person Immersion Lab in Gunma.
• This support helps European startups participate in the Japan-based component of the programme.
• Applicants should nevertheless consider the total cost of international travel and participation when planning their involvement.

EIT Food - Calling2Scale Gunma Startup Market Entry Programme Requirements

Calling2Scale Gunma is intended for advanced European startups with mature technologies and international growth ambitions.

Applicants must meet the following core requirements:

• Be a legally incorporated startup.
• Be established in an EU Member State or an eligible Horizon Europe Associated Country for Pillar III activities.
• Have a product or technology at Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 7 or above.
• Have completed at least one funding round.
• Address at least one innovation challenge identified by the participating Japanese corporations.

Application Date and Process

• Click on the link to the application website to apply.

Application Deadline

03 September, 2026

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