[Webinar Series Announcement] – Bridge to Malaysia: Innovation Gateway Series – Japanese Deep-Tech Startups Explore Market Expansion into Malaysia (May 2025 – July 2025)[Webinar Series Announcement] – Bridge to Malaysia: Innovation Gateway Series – Japanese Deep-Tech Startups Explore Market Expansion into Malaysia (May 2025 – July 2025)
Bridge to Malaysia: Innovation Gateway Series — Japanese Deep-Tech Startups Explore Market Expansion into Malaysia (May 2025–July 2025)
ACeT Innovates Sdn. Bhd. (Malaysia) is proud to host the Bridge to Malaysia: Innovation Gateway Series, organized in strategic collaboration with Leave a Nest Co., Ltd. (Japan). As the managing body behind the Center of Garage Malaysia—a soft-landing platform for startups locally and internationally entering the Malaysia market—ACeT Innovates leads this initiative to support cross-border innovation and expansion.
Running from May 2025 to July 2025, this three-month webinar series aims to connect Japanese deep-tech startups, researchers, and corporate innovators with Malaysia’s rapidly growing innovation ecosystem. The initiative supports Japan-Malaysia technology transfer and cross-border startup acceleration through focused knowledge-sharing sessions, live discussions, and real case studies.
The webinars will serve as a preliminary market touchpoint for Japanese stakeholders, introducing them to key Malaysian industry players, regulatory considerations, and opportunities for localization and collaboration. Each session features a sharing presentation from a Japanese startup with first-hand experience navigating the Malaysian market, followed by an interactive Q&A with attendees.
To further strengthen local engagement, all invited panelists will be selected from the startup ecosystem within the Center of Garage Malaysia, offering unique insights and real-world experience in scaling and operating within the Malaysian innovation landscape.
This project also reflects the broader objective of supporting Japanese companies in assessing market viability and building local networks before physical expansion—making it a valuable entry strategy for those interested in Malaysia’s deep-tech sectors such as BioTech, MedTech, CleanTech, MediaTech, and FoodTech.
Program Highlights
- Real-Life Case Studies
Hear directly from Japanese startups that have launched or are preparing to launch in Malaysia, covering their successes, pivots, and strategies. - Expert Panel Sessions
Gain practical insights from featured startups and stakeholders within the Center of Garage Malaysia ecosystem, representing various sectors and support functions. - Interactive Q&A
Each webinar includes a live question-and-answer segment, giving attendees a chance to engage with speakers and receive tailored insights. - Market Insights
Discover key elements of Malaysia’s innovation environment, including government incentives, investment trends, and regulatory conditions for foreign startups. - Strategic Guidance
Learn about effective approaches to localizing operations, building partnerships, and securing initial business traction in Malaysia. - Community Building
Connect with a like-minded community of innovators, ecosystem builders, and business professionals exploring Southeast Asian market opportunities.
■ Event Details
Event Name: Bridge to Malaysia: Innovation Gateway Series
Format: Online (Google Meet)
Language: Japanese
Participation Fee: Free (Pre-registration required)
Target Audience: Japanese startups, researchers, business development professionals, and those interested in Malaysia’s market
■ Webinar Schedule & Themes
· ● May 13 (Tue) (16:00 ~ 17:00 JPT) - Theme: Green Energy & Sustainability – Exploring Biofuel Innovations in Malaysia
Panelist: Mr. Inaba Yu - General Manager (R&D Division), Euglena Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
Company: Euglena Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
Overview: Explore Malaysia’s green economy policies and the potential of biofuel and sustainable biotechnology for development.
Summary: Mr. Inaba Yu serves as the General Manager of Euglena Malaysia Sdn. Bhd., bringing extensive experience in driving sustainable biotechnology initiatives across borders. As a key leader at Euglena Malaysia Sdn. Bhd., he plays a pivotal role in advancing the company’s green innovation agenda in Southeast Asia, particularly in promoting biofuel solutions aligned with Malaysia’s green economy policies. His insights offer valuable perspectives on strategic localization, cross-border technology transfer, and the commercialization of biotech innovations in emerging markets.
● May 14 (Wed) (10:00 ~ 11:00 JPT) - Theme: Cardiovascular Innovations – Bringing Advanced Medical Solutions to Malaysia
Panelist: Mr. Ishida Yukihiro - Chief Executive Officer, Second Heart Inc.
Company: Second Heart Inc.
Overview: Understand Malaysia’s medical device regulatory landscape and Second Heart’s insights into entering the cardiovascular sector.
Summary: Mr. Ishida Yukihiro is the Chief Executive Officer of Second Heart Inc., a pioneering MedTech company specializing in innovative cardiovascular solutions. With a forward-thinking approach to global healthcare challenges, Mr. Ishida leads Second Heart’s expansion efforts into Southeast Asia, focusing on navigating Malaysia’s medical device regulatory landscape. His expertise offers valuable insights into scaling MedTech innovations, building clinical collaborations, and addressing healthcare gaps through advanced medical technologies.
● June 17 (Tue) (16:00 ~ 17:00 JPT) - Theme: Process Innovation & Clean Tech – Advancing Separation Technologies in Malaysia
Panelist: Ms. Iida Yuriko - Chief Marketing Officer, Emulsion Flow Technologies
Company: Emulsion Flow Technologies Ltd.
Overview: Discuss clean and efficient chemical processing and how Emulsion Flow Technologies is entering Malaysia’s industrial market.
Summary: Ms. Iida Yuriko is the Chief Marketing Officer of Emulsion Flow Technologies Ltd., a leading innovator in advanced chemical process engineering. With deep expertise in sustainable and high-efficiency separation technologies, Ms. Iida plays a key role in driving the company’s international market strategy, including its entry into Malaysia’s growing industrial sector. Her insights offer a valuable perspective on how clean tech solutions can enhance industrial performance while aligning with environmental goals and local market needs.
● June 18 (Wed) (10:00 ~ 11:00 JPT) - Theme: Telepresence & Cross-Border Collaboration – The Future of Work in Malaysia
Panelist: Ms. Nagahama Shizuka - Founding Member, Brand & Impact
Company: tonari k.k Inc.
Overview: Explore the future of telepresence in cross-border education, healthcare, and corporate communication.
Summary: Zucca is a founding member of tonari, where she leads brand strategy and community-driven projects. Having grown up in different cultures, she is a globally minded creative director with over ten years of experience in content creation and public broadcasting. Her work spans educational programs, documentaries, animation, and digital experiences powered by emerging technologies. Zucca is passionate about culture and social impact, and designing and participating in projects that use human-centered technology to create healthy, inclusive ways of living.
· ● July 15 (Tue) (10:00 ~ 11:00 JPT) - Theme: Future of Food – Opportunities in the Malaysian Food Tech Industry
Panelist: Mr. Chiam Boon Lee - Managing Director, Sustainable Food Asia Sdn. Bhd.
Company: Sustainable Food Asia Sdn Bhd
Overview: Insights on food security, AgriTech opportunities, and localization strategies in the Malaysian market.
Summary: Mr. Chiam Boon Lee is the Managing Director of Sustainable Food Asia Sdn. Bhd., a company committed to revolutionizing food systems through sustainable and tech-driven solutions. With extensive experience in AgriTech innovation and regional market expansion, Mr. Chiam offers valuable insights into addressing food security challenges in Malaysia. His leadership reflects a strong emphasis on localization strategies, sustainable food production, and fostering partnerships that advance regional food resilience.
· ● July 16 (Wed) (10:00 ~ 11:00) - Theme: Water & Environmental Sustainability – Tackling Global Challenges through Biotechnology
Panelist: Mr. Okuhara Keisuke - Chief Executive Officer, PtBio Inc.
Company: Pt. Bio Inc.
Overview: Exploring biotech innovation as a solution for water and environmental sustainability in Malaysia.
Summary: Mr. Okuhara Keisuke is the Chief Executive Officer of Pt. Bio Inc., a cutting-edge biotechnology company focused on environmental and water sustainability solutions. Under his leadership, Pt. Bio Inc. is actively exploring opportunities to contribute to Malaysia’s sustainability goals through innovative biotech applications. Mr. Okuhara brings deep insight into bridging science and real-world impact, offering expertise on sustainable technologies, environmental policy alignment, and market adaptation strategies in Southeast Asia.
■ Registration
To join the webinars, please register through the form below.
Google Meet links will be sent to the registered email addresses before each session.
Registration Form URL: https://forms.gle/NazfzvkTJgB5soFGA
■ Organizers & Support
Organizer: ACeT Innovates Sdn. Bhd. (Malaysia)
Co-organizer & Project Management: Leave a Nest Co., Ltd. (Japan)
This special webinar series, held from May 2025 to July 2025, supports Japanese deep-tech startups entering the Malaysian market and building new innovation networks.
We warmly welcome your participation.
Muhammad Faris Bin Hanafiah
Muhammad Faris Bin Hanafiah is the Manager at the Center of Garage (COG) Malaysia in ACeT Innovates Co. Ltd. With a focus on efficiency and excellence, he oversees all aspects of COG operations. Muhammad Faris manages customer relationships, and ensures projects run smoothly within budget and timelines. He prioritizes safety, compliance, and financial management, identifying growth opportunities and collaborating across departments.
Bridge to Malaysia: Innovation Gateway Series — Japanese Deep-Tech Startups Explore Market Expansion into Malaysia (May 2025–July 2025)
ACeT Innovates Sdn. Bhd. (Malaysia) is proud to host the Bridge to Malaysia: Innovation Gateway Series, organized in strategic collaboration with Leave a Nest Co., Ltd. (Japan). As the managing body behind the Center of Garage Malaysia—a soft-landing platform for startups locally and internationally entering the Malaysia market—ACeT Innovates leads this initiative to support cross-border innovation and expansion.
Running from May 2025 to July 2025, this three-month webinar series aims to connect Japanese deep-tech startups, researchers, and corporate innovators with Malaysia’s rapidly growing innovation ecosystem. The initiative supports Japan-Malaysia technology transfer and cross-border startup acceleration through focused knowledge-sharing sessions, live discussions, and real case studies.
The webinars will serve as a preliminary market touchpoint for Japanese stakeholders, introducing them to key Malaysian industry players, regulatory considerations, and opportunities for localization and collaboration. Each session features a sharing presentation from a Japanese startup with first-hand experience navigating the Malaysian market, followed by an interactive Q&A with attendees.
To further strengthen local engagement, all invited panelists will be selected from the startup ecosystem within the Center of Garage Malaysia, offering unique insights and real-world experience in scaling and operating within the Malaysian innovation landscape.
This project also reflects the broader objective of supporting Japanese companies in assessing market viability and building local networks before physical expansion—making it a valuable entry strategy for those interested in Malaysia’s deep-tech sectors such as BioTech, MedTech, CleanTech, MediaTech, and FoodTech.
Program Highlights
- Real-Life Case Studies
Hear directly from Japanese startups that have launched or are preparing to launch in Malaysia, covering their successes, pivots, and strategies. - Expert Panel Sessions
Gain practical insights from featured startups and stakeholders within the Center of Garage Malaysia ecosystem, representing various sectors and support functions. - Interactive Q&A
Each webinar includes a live question-and-answer segment, giving attendees a chance to engage with speakers and receive tailored insights. - Market Insights
Discover key elements of Malaysia’s innovation environment, including government incentives, investment trends, and regulatory conditions for foreign startups. - Strategic Guidance
Learn about effective approaches to localizing operations, building partnerships, and securing initial business traction in Malaysia. - Community Building
Connect with a like-minded community of innovators, ecosystem builders, and business professionals exploring Southeast Asian market opportunities.
■ Event Details
Event Name: Bridge to Malaysia: Innovation Gateway Series
Format: Online (Google Meet)
Language: Japanese
Participation Fee: Free (Pre-registration required)
Target Audience: Japanese startups, researchers, business development professionals, and those interested in Malaysia’s market
■ Webinar Schedule & Themes
· ● May 13 (Tue) (16:00 ~ 17:00 JPT) - Theme: Green Energy & Sustainability – Exploring Biofuel Innovations in Malaysia
Panelist: Mr. Inaba Yu - General Manager (R&D Division), Euglena Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
Company: Euglena Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
Overview: Explore Malaysia’s green economy policies and the potential of biofuel and sustainable biotechnology for development.
Summary: Mr. Inaba Yu serves as the General Manager of Euglena Malaysia Sdn. Bhd., bringing extensive experience in driving sustainable biotechnology initiatives across borders. As a key leader at Euglena Malaysia Sdn. Bhd., he plays a pivotal role in advancing the company’s green innovation agenda in Southeast Asia, particularly in promoting biofuel solutions aligned with Malaysia’s green economy policies. His insights offer valuable perspectives on strategic localization, cross-border technology transfer, and the commercialization of biotech innovations in emerging markets.
● May 14 (Wed) (10:00 ~ 11:00 JPT) - Theme: Cardiovascular Innovations – Bringing Advanced Medical Solutions to Malaysia
Panelist: Mr. Ishida Yukihiro - Chief Executive Officer, Second Heart Inc.
Company: Second Heart Inc.
Overview: Understand Malaysia’s medical device regulatory landscape and Second Heart’s insights into entering the cardiovascular sector.
Summary: Mr. Ishida Yukihiro is the Chief Executive Officer of Second Heart Inc., a pioneering MedTech company specializing in innovative cardiovascular solutions. With a forward-thinking approach to global healthcare challenges, Mr. Ishida leads Second Heart’s expansion efforts into Southeast Asia, focusing on navigating Malaysia’s medical device regulatory landscape. His expertise offers valuable insights into scaling MedTech innovations, building clinical collaborations, and addressing healthcare gaps through advanced medical technologies.
● June 17 (Tue) (16:00 ~ 17:00 JPT) - Theme: Process Innovation & Clean Tech – Advancing Separation Technologies in Malaysia
Panelist: Ms. Iida Yuriko - Chief Marketing Officer, Emulsion Flow Technologies
Company: Emulsion Flow Technologies Ltd.
Overview: Discuss clean and efficient chemical processing and how Emulsion Flow Technologies is entering Malaysia’s industrial market.
Summary: Ms. Iida Yuriko is the Chief Marketing Officer of Emulsion Flow Technologies Ltd., a leading innovator in advanced chemical process engineering. With deep expertise in sustainable and high-efficiency separation technologies, Ms. Iida plays a key role in driving the company’s international market strategy, including its entry into Malaysia’s growing industrial sector. Her insights offer a valuable perspective on how clean tech solutions can enhance industrial performance while aligning with environmental goals and local market needs.
● June 18 (Wed) (10:00 ~ 11:00 JPT) - Theme: Telepresence & Cross-Border Collaboration – The Future of Work in Malaysia
Panelist: Ms. Nagahama Shizuka - Founding Member, Brand & Impact
Company: tonari k.k Inc.
Overview: Explore the future of telepresence in cross-border education, healthcare, and corporate communication.
Summary: Zucca is a founding member of tonari, where she leads brand strategy and community-driven projects. Having grown up in different cultures, she is a globally minded creative director with over ten years of experience in content creation and public broadcasting. Her work spans educational programs, documentaries, animation, and digital experiences powered by emerging technologies. Zucca is passionate about culture and social impact, and designing and participating in projects that use human-centered technology to create healthy, inclusive ways of living.
· ● July 15 (Tue) (10:00 ~ 11:00 JPT) - Theme: Future of Food – Opportunities in the Malaysian Food Tech Industry
Panelist: Mr. Chiam Boon Lee - Managing Director, Sustainable Food Asia Sdn. Bhd.
Company: Sustainable Food Asia Sdn Bhd
Overview: Insights on food security, AgriTech opportunities, and localization strategies in the Malaysian market.
Summary: Mr. Chiam Boon Lee is the Managing Director of Sustainable Food Asia Sdn. Bhd., a company committed to revolutionizing food systems through sustainable and tech-driven solutions. With extensive experience in AgriTech innovation and regional market expansion, Mr. Chiam offers valuable insights into addressing food security challenges in Malaysia. His leadership reflects a strong emphasis on localization strategies, sustainable food production, and fostering partnerships that advance regional food resilience.
· ● July 16 (Wed) (10:00 ~ 11:00) - Theme: Water & Environmental Sustainability – Tackling Global Challenges through Biotechnology
Panelist: Mr. Okuhara Keisuke - Chief Executive Officer, PtBio Inc.
Company: Pt. Bio Inc.
Overview: Exploring biotech innovation as a solution for water and environmental sustainability in Malaysia.
Summary: Mr. Okuhara Keisuke is the Chief Executive Officer of Pt. Bio Inc., a cutting-edge biotechnology company focused on environmental and water sustainability solutions. Under his leadership, Pt. Bio Inc. is actively exploring opportunities to contribute to Malaysia’s sustainability goals through innovative biotech applications. Mr. Okuhara brings deep insight into bridging science and real-world impact, offering expertise on sustainable technologies, environmental policy alignment, and market adaptation strategies in Southeast Asia.
■ Registration
To join the webinars, please register through the form below.
Google Meet links will be sent to the registered email addresses before each session.
Registration Form URL: https://forms.gle/NazfzvkTJgB5soFGA
■ Organizers & Support
Organizer: ACeT Innovates Sdn. Bhd. (Malaysia)
Co-organizer & Project Management: Leave a Nest Co., Ltd. (Japan)
This special webinar series, held from May 2025 to July 2025, supports Japanese deep-tech startups entering the Malaysian market and building new innovation networks.
We warmly welcome your participation.
Muhammad Faris Bin Hanafiah
Muhammad Faris Bin Hanafiah is the Manager at the Center of Garage (COG) Malaysia in ACeT Innovates Co. Ltd. With a focus on efficiency and excellence, he oversees all aspects of COG operations. Muhammad Faris manages customer relationships, and ensures projects run smoothly within budget and timelines. He prioritizes safety, compliance, and financial management, identifying growth opportunities and collaborating across departments.