Chaos & Innovation: Judging and Speaking at "CC-Pitch" (Japan Fintech Week Side Event)

During Japan Fintech Week in March, the innovation ecosystem took a detour from the boardrooms to one of Tokyo's most sacred cultural stages: the Kanze Noh Theater at GINZA SIX.

Our CEO, Yuki Kishi, was invited to play a dual role at "CC-Pitch (ChaosCanvas Pitch)," a side event dedicated to the raw, untamed energy of entrepreneurs under 25. He served as both a judge for the pitch contest and a panelist for the leadership discussion.

Yuki Kishi and other panelists

Part 1: The Pitch - Tradition Meets Disruption

The setting could not have been more dramatic. On a 700-year-old Noh stage—symbolizing strict discipline and tradition—stood the next generation of disruptors. As a judge, Yuki evaluated pitches that embodied the theme "ChaosCanvas." Unlike polished corporate presentations, these ideas were raw, ambitious, and unconstrained by current limitations. From Web3 social impacts to AI-driven sustainability solutions, the U25 founders showcased a vision of the future that demands attention.

Part 2: The Panel - Guardrails, Not Gatekeepers

Following the pitches, Yuki joined a panel of fintech leaders to discuss a critical theme: "How can established leaders accelerate the 'Chaos' of the next generation?"

Surrounded by the energy of the young founders, the discussion shifted to our responsibility as industry veterans.

• Empowerment over Management: Yuki argued that leaders must become "guardrails" rather than "gatekeepers"—providing the safety net of regulatory knowledge (e.g., Sandboxes) while allowing young founders to run fast and break things.

• Global Mindset: The panel agreed that Japan’s next unicorns won’t come from playing it safe domestically. The advice was clear: "Use Japan as your launchpad, not your finish line."

YKBridge's Commitment:

This event reinforced our core mission. Whether through Country Manager as a Service for global firms or mentorship for local startups, YKBridge exists to connect ambition with execution. We are proud to stand at the intersection of tradition and the future, helping to build the infrastructure for the next wave of challengers.