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31 Japanese Startups to Exhibit at CES 2026 Japan Pavilion Including 4 Innovation Award Winners

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31 Japanese Startups to Exhibit at CES 2026 Japan Pavilion Including 4 Innovation Award Winners
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31 Japanese Startups to Exhibit at CES 2026 Japan Pavilion Including 4 Innovation Award Winners

2025-12-11 02:38 Last Updated At:13:01

LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 10, 2025--

The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) will host 31 Japanese startups at the Japan Pavilion at CES 2026 from January 6 th to 9 th in Las Vegas. The Consumer Technology Association (CTA)® recently designated four of the exhibiting Japan Pavilion startups CES Innovation Awards® 2026 honorees – AMATELUS INC, SHOSABI inc, UNTRACKED inc, and a final yet unnamed startup which will be revealed at CES Unveiled on January 4 th.

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Since 2019, JETRO has sponsored the Japan Pavilion at CES’ startup area Eureka Park, introducing many of Japan’s most exciting startups to a global audience. This year, the Japan Pavilion will feature startups from a wide array of fields, including spatial computing (AR/VR/XR), metamaterials, AI, HealthTech, entertainment, and more.

CES 2026 Japan Pavilion Exhibitor List

The Japan Pavilion will be located at the Venetian Campus Venetian Expo 1F Hall G Booth 62801. JETRO will be hosting pitch events throughout CES at the event stage in the pavilion. JETRO will also be bringing back the popular café and lounge space, where visitors and exhibitors can meet and mingle with one another. JETRO will also be supporting the exhibiting startups at various media events during CES week, including CES Unveiled.

Future updates to come. For up-to-date information on the Japan Pavilion at CES 2026, please visit: http://www.jetro.go.jp/usa/topics/ces-2026.html

CES 2026 Innovation Award® Honorees

AMATELUS INC. – “SwipeVideo”
Category: Content / Entertainment

SwipeVideo – the world’s first patented cloud-based streaming technology – enables users to seamlessly and freely switch perspectives by swiping through footage captured from an unlimited number of cameras—all without needing to download an app. Built as a lightweight HTML5 player, SwipeVideo works on any browser and can even stream live over 4G networks. While companies around the world, from startups to corporations have struggled to profit from free-viewpoint and multi-angle video due to high costs and technical limitations, SwipeVideo overcomes these barriers with unmatched scalability and usability. SwipeVideo is already patented in 14 countries, including the U.S., and major broadcasters, event producers, and sports leagues have begun adopting SwipeVideo to offer viewers immersive, real-time control over how they experience content.

SHOSABI inc – “SHOSABI”
Category: Sports / Fitness

SHOSABI is the world’s first training tool focused on brain-body coordination, powered by a patented 3D motion sensing system coupled with proprietary AI algorithms. Unlike conventional fitness or rehabilitation devices that only target muscles or surface metrics, SHOSABI addresses the foundation of human performance: movement quality. The system captures over one million 3D data points per second to objectively assess coordination, stability, and left-right balance, then instantly generates personalized training programs. Its adaptive AI feedback engine dynamically selects the optimal modality—verbal, visual, or immersive 3D rotational guidance—ensuring cognition-optimized motor learning. Built on 10+ granted patents and over a decade of research at the University of Tokyo and Mitsubishi Chemical Group, SHOSABI defines a new category in movement science. Beyond performance, it contributes to healthy longevity by preventing musculoskeletal decline, while its data foundation unlocks new body insights and future AI-agent-driven products.

UNTRACKED inc – “StA²BLE 2.0”
Category: Accessibility / Longevity

StA²BLE 2.0 is the world’s first fall risk assessment system that quantitatively evaluates both physical and sensory functions within just one minute by applying controlled vibrations as Virtual-Light-Touch-Effect during upright standing. The system includes a force plate, a vibration device, and cloud-based software with integrated evaluation algorithms, and easy read report with several metrics regarding fall risk. It also provides targeted exercises tailored to each individual's risk profile. Designed for easy use by non-specialist staff and elderly users, it is already implemented across hospitals, care facilities, and manufacturing sites. Unlike conventional methods, StA²BLE 2.0 uniquely enables sensory function assessment and improvement, making it a groundbreaking solution for fall prevention.

** The fourth honoree will be announced at CES Unveiled on January 4 th.

About JETRO

The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) is a Japanese government-affiliated agency that supports Japanese businesses expanding globally and international businesses entering Japan. JETRO's Startup Division has supported over 2,000 startups between 2019 and 2025, and runs more than 40 acceleration programs in a fiscal year. JETRO has organized the CES Japan Pavilion since 2019.

JETRO to showcase 31 top Japanese startups at CES 2026 Japan Pavilion

JETRO to showcase 31 top Japanese startups at CES 2026 Japan Pavilion

WASHINGTON (AP) — It was only a matter of time before Washington Nationals outfielder James Wood hit a grand slam.

But an inside-the-park shot, like the one Wood smashed in Tuesday’s 9-6 victory over the New York Mets?

“I didn’t think it would be like this,” Wood said. “That was a fun way to get it.”

Down 5-0, the Nationals loaded the bases with two outs in the second inning against Mets starter Nolan McLean. Wood hit a first-pitch sweeper to the opposite field, where it glanced off the leaping Nick Morabito’s arm and bounded into center.

“When I saw that, I kind of just knew it was a full-on sprint home,” the 23-year-old Wood said of his 53rd career home run. “That’s probably why my eyes got big.”

Center fielder Tyrone Taylor braced himself before running into the wall before looking at Morabito, who pointed to the carom before giving chase himself.

“He lost track of the baseball,” Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said. “He went after and then he didn’t know where the ball was. That’s a tough break there.”

Wood scampered around the bases in 15.15 seconds and slid headfirst across the plate well ahead of the throw for his first career grand slam and 13th homer of the season.

It was the ninth inside-the-park grand slam in the majors since 1994. The previous one was hit by Toronto’s Raimel Tapia on July 22, 2022.

“When they get over the fence, obviously I think James enjoys that more so he doesn’t have to run as hard or as far,” first-year Nationals manager Blake Butera said. “But that was pretty cool. I think everyone was pretty fired up, talking some smack that he can’t hit it over the fence.”

The Nationals have two inside-the-park grand slams since the franchise moved to Washington in 2005. Michael A. Taylor hit the other Sept. 8, 2017, at home against Philadelphia.

Three of the four inside-the-park grand slams this century were hit at Nationals Park. Philadelphia’s Aaron Altherr connected for one at Washington on Sept. 25, 2015.

Now, Wood has joined that small club.

“It’s probably the biggest smile I’ve seen on his face since I’ve gotten to know him,” Butera said.

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Washington Nationals' Drew Millas, right, celebrates as the Nationals' James Wood slides into home on a inside the park grand slam home run during the second inning of a baseball game against the New York Mets, Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/John McDonnell)

Washington Nationals' Drew Millas, right, celebrates as the Nationals' James Wood slides into home on a inside the park grand slam home run during the second inning of a baseball game against the New York Mets, Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/John McDonnell)

New York Mets third baseman Brett Baty (7) watches Washington Nationals' James Wood head home on a inside-the-park grand slam during the second inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/John McDonnell)

New York Mets third baseman Brett Baty (7) watches Washington Nationals' James Wood head home on a inside-the-park grand slam during the second inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/John McDonnell)

Washington Nationals' Drew Millas, right, celebrates as the Nationals' James Wood slides into home on a inside the park grand slam home run during the second inning of a baseball game against the New York Mets, Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/John McDonnell)

Washington Nationals' Drew Millas, right, celebrates as the Nationals' James Wood slides into home on a inside the park grand slam home run during the second inning of a baseball game against the New York Mets, Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/John McDonnell)

Washington Nationals' James Wood hits an inside the park grand slam home run during the second inning of a baseball game against the New York Mets, Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/John McDonnell)

Washington Nationals' James Wood hits an inside the park grand slam home run during the second inning of a baseball game against the New York Mets, Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/John McDonnell)

Washington Nationals' James Wood slides into home as New York Mets catcher Luis Torrens waits for the throw on an inside the park gland slam home run during the second inning of a baseball game Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/John McDonnell)

Washington Nationals' James Wood slides into home as New York Mets catcher Luis Torrens waits for the throw on an inside the park gland slam home run during the second inning of a baseball game Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/John McDonnell)

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