SEED 2026
Program Overview
SEED (Social Entrepreneurs for Sustainable Development) is GOROM Association’s international social-entrepreneurship program. It connects university students from Latin America, Japan and the United States to develop innovative business solutions for social problems, revitalize the regional economy of Yamanashi Prefecture, and train social entrepreneurs with a global perspective.
From 2026 the program runs in two annual editions — SEED Summer and SEED Winter. This year GOROM Association holds the Winter Edition only: the online phase runs from July to November 2026 and the study tour to Japan takes place from November 29 to December 12, 2026.
This edition gathers 28 students across six partner universities in four countries, six supporting professors, and four intern students from Japan and South Korea — about 38 people in total — organized into four multicultural teams working with local partners in Yamanashi.
At a Glance
Online Sessions
10 online sessions: Design Thinking and entrepreneurship workshops, market research, and direct communication with Japanese producers.
Study Tour to Japan
One week in Tokyo and one week in Yamanashi: final presentations to producers and authorities, plus embassy and organization visits.
Participating Universities
Six partner universities across four countries, with interns from Japan and South Korea supporting logistics and team coordination.
The Four Teams
Each multicultural team works with a local partner and producer in Yamanashi Prefecture. Paste each team’s group photo (with member cards) in the space provided.
The GOROM Team
The Professors
Cultural Center Team
Hanko Team
Souvenir Business Team
Wine Tourism Team
Interested in the SEED Program?
Reach out to learn how your university or students can take part in the next edition.
