Bloom with Change, Be Uniquely You: Business Plan Presentation Event 'LED Kansai powered by Osaka Shinkin Bank' Now Accepting Entries

The Osaka Industrial Bureau Foundation (headquartered in Chuo-ku, Osaka City; Chairman: Junzo Tachino, hereinafter referred to as Osaka Industrial Bureau), which operates the women entrepreneurs support project 'DISCOVER MYSELF' for women entrepreneurs in the Kansai region, has opened entry applications for the business plan presentation event 'LED Kansai powered by Osaka Shinkin Bank' starting Thursday, July 9, 2026.

'LED Kansai powered by Osaka Shinkin Bank' (hereinafter 'LED Kansai') is a 'business plan presentation event for women' that begins with a single business plan sheet. Rather than competing on the quality of business plans, the event aims to provide networking opportunities with over 110 supporter and partner organizations—including private companies and support institutions—as well as experienced entrepreneurs from various fields, creating an entry point into a community where participants can continue growing regardless of life stage changes.

This year's project theme is 'THE BLOOM — accumulated feelings, now in full bloom.'

The sense of discomfort felt in daily life, or the sincere desire to 'make someone happy.'

We believe that each woman's unique 'perspective' is the driving force that can move a stagnant society and create new value and future.

At LED Kansai, we aim to nurture these heartfelt ideas into viable businesses that society needs, rather than letting them remain mere dreams. By connecting with over 110 supporters, partners, and senior entrepreneurs, we support women in realizing their 'passions' and scaling their businesses, empowering each individual to bloom in their own way by transforming their accumulated experiences and aspirations into strength.

Until the moment these passionate ideas blossom into businesses rooted in society,

LED Kansai will continue running alongside these challengers.

Call for Applications

〇 Eligibility

Women who are either planning to start a business, have started a business (within 7 years of launch), or are successors (within 7 years of business succession), and whose business (or planned business) is located within the Kinki Economic Industry Bureau's jurisdiction (Fukui, Shiga, Kyoto, Osaka, Hyogo, Nara, or Wakayama Prefectures).

〇 Schedule

July 9, 2026 (Thu): Entry period opens

July–October 2026: Free support program (DOORS) for entry preparation (※)

October 20, 2026 (Tue) 11:00: Entry sheet submission deadline

November 13, 2026 (Fri): Announcement of 30 semifinalists

January 13, 2027 (Wed): Finalist selection event and supporter company networking session

January 15, 2027 (Fri): Announcement of 10 finalists

March 8, 2027 (Mon): Business Plan Presentation Event 'LED Kansai powered by Osaka Shinkin Bank'

Details and applications here

(※) About the free support program (DOORS) for entry preparation

The following support will be provided to help applicants turn their ideas into business plans:

Individual refinement: 'Support Desks' in the Kinki region will review and revise entry sheets.

Various seminars: Events such as 'How to Write an Entry Sheet' workshops and experience-sharing sessions by ambassadors are planned.

DOORS official website

▲ Last year's business plan presentation event

About the Women Entrepreneurs Support Project 'DISCOVER MYSELF'

A women entrepreneurs support project conducted in collaboration with the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and the Kinki Economic Industry Bureau. Launched in 2014, the network has expanded nationwide, centered on the two urban prefectures and five counties of Kansai.

We thoroughly explore the question of 'Why are you doing this?' and support the scaling of women entrepreneurs who contribute to society through business.

Official website: https://discovermyself.jp

About the Business Plan Presentation Event 'LED Kansai'

A business plan presentation event designed to support the growth of women entrepreneurs, starting from a single business plan sheet. Its greatest feature is that it is not a 'contest' competing on business plan quality, but a 'presentation event (matching event)' aimed at gathering supporters for women entrepreneurs.

From among many applicants, 10 finalists will be selected to secure concrete support (matching) from over 110 supporter and partner companies to advance their businesses, thereby supporting the realization of women's 'passions' and 'dreams' across various fields.

Osaka Industrial Bureau Foundation

Women Entrepreneurs Support Project & Network Operations Office TEL: 06-6271-0279 / E-mail: [email protected]