TRANSPOSE Innovation Challenge
TRANSPOSE Innovation Challenge
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- Let's orchestrate the future together with Yamaha! -
Our journey at Yamaha began in 1887 with the repair of a single organ.
For over 130 years, we have been dedicated to exploring the possibilities of sound and music, refining our technology to create moving experiences that touch the hearts of people worldwide.
We believe the potential of "sound" extends far beyond entertainment.
We want to redefine and redesign its role in every aspect of life; from well-being and creativity to the very spaces and environments we inhabit.
This is the "future score" we’re writing—together with founders, creators, and challengers like you.
When Yamaha’s tech meets your ideas, we can set a new standard for emotional experiences the world hasn’t heard yet.
Bring us your world-changing ideas and the passion to make them a reality.
It's time to launch your vision on Yamaha's technology and platform.
Now, let's amaze the world, together!
What is
TRANSPOSE
TRANSPOSE
Innovation
Challenge
“Creating the Future Together with Innovators Worldwide”
Under this vision, Yamaha and its partner companies aim to create new businesses and ambitious services alongside startups possessing innovative technologies, products, and services.
Winning Startups will gain access to a wide range of opportunities, including PoC support with up to 5 million JPY in development funding, collaboration with Yamaha business divisions, discussions regarding funding from Yamaha CVC, and business potential with partner companies.
Let's shape the future of sound and music together! We look forward to receiving your application!
THEMES TO TACKLE
Sound×Place
In spaces where people gather, diverse sound needs arise. Let's pursue more comfortable spaces and a better sense of well-being together.
Sound×Well-being
We aim to utilize sound and music in areas such as maintaining physical and mental well-being in daily life and extending healthy life expectancy.
Sound×Creative
We aim to pursue further expression in our creative activities, including not only music but also video production.
PRIZE & INCENTIVES
Grand Prix Award
Support for PoC implementation and business partnerships up to ¥5,000,000
Yamaha Award
Support for PoC implementation and business partnerships up to ¥2,000,000
YMI Award
Discussions for collaboration with Yamaha Group
YMI Fund Award
Discussions for funding from YMI
TIMELINE
Application Phase
Sept 10th - Oct 31st
We are seeking ideas from everyone.
1st Screening
Nov 1st - Nov 16th
We will conduct a document screening.
2nd Screening
Dec 1st - Dec 31st
We will conduct pitch reviews online.
Mentoring Phase
Jan. - Feb.
We will provide expert mentoring.
Final Event
End of Feb.
As the final judging event, we will hold a pitch competition.
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