Kanmu Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director, Executive Officer, CEO: Wataru Yagami) announces its sponsorship of the mentoring and networking event 'StartPass × NEXs Tokyo Wall-Session Networking Event IVS Pop-Up Edition,' co-hosted by Tokyo Metropolitan Government's startup support hub 'NEXs Tokyo' and startup support service 'StartPass.' Kanmu's CEO, Wataru Yagami, will participate as a wall-session mentor, engaging in direct dialogue with attendees. Event Overview StartPass × NEXs Tokyo Wall-Session Networking Event IVS Pop-Up Edition https://4s.link/ja/7a8c7b44-58c9-4f3d-8597-0bd8a54ff3e5 This event is a results-guaranteed founder meeting designed for startup founders participating in IVS to pre-arrange meetings with investors, corporations, and experienced entrepreneurs—the people they truly need to meet. It was conceived to fundamentally address common founder challenges such as 'I couldn't meet the investors I wanted to,' 'exchanges ended at business card swapping,' and 'time passed without knowing who to consult.' Through pre-event interviews to clarify each founder's challenges, the event creates meaningful connections that go beyond chance encounters, driving business growth, fundraising, and partnerships. Date and Time: July 2, 2026 (Thu) Mentoring sessions 13:00–17:50, Networking reception 18:00–20:00 ※ Wataru Yagami will participate in the third session of the wall-session mentoring from 16:20 to 17:50. Venue: Kyoto Tsutaya Bookstore SHARE LOUNGE Event Space Organizers: StartPass / NEXs Tokyo Supported by: Kanmu Co., Ltd. Admission: Free (networking reception requires separate fee) Target Participants: • Founders and CxOs of seed to Series A-stage startups • Those considering fundraising • Those seeking connections with VCs, CVCs, or corporations • Those wishing to discuss business challenges with experienced entrepreneurs or experts • Those aiming to turn IVS connections into tangible outcomes Participation Requirements: A