Organized by AKAMON Community
AI × Growth
Hackathon
The key word is "With AI"
Grow with AI — we evolve
DATE
2026.06.13 SAT — 06.14 SUN
VENUE
AKAMON Office, Hongo, Bunkyo, Tokyo
Registration has closed. Thank you for all your entries.
ABOUT
A development event for students
This hackathon is an AI × Growth product development event for students. Open to middle school through university students, the goal is to turn ideas for new AI-powered services and products into reality.
In a short sprint, you'll form teams, build your idea, and present it.
2-Day Program
A short, intensive program you can join without a major time commitment.
Provided Resources
Gemini API is provided for use during development and in your product.
Prizes
Outstanding teams receive cash prizes. Participation gifts are planned for all teams.
On-Site Support
Lunch, snacks, and drinks will be provided at the venue throughout the event.
THEME
Development Theme
AI × Growth
The key word is "With AI"
Grow with AI — we evolve
JUDGING CRITERIA
Judging Criteria
Projects are evaluated from multiple angles—not only coding skill, but also originality, potential, and presentation quality. Teams with less development experience can still compete through strong ideas and presentation.
Idea
- Theme fit: Does the project capture the essence of the given theme?
- Originality & novelty: Does it offer a fresh angle or surprising approach not found in existing services?
Technical Skill
- AI proficiency: Is the AI API integrated appropriately into the product?
- Technical challenge: Does the team tackle technically ambitious elements within the time limit?
Execution
- Prototype quality: Is the idea implemented as a working MVP?
- User experience (UX): Is the design easy to use for first-time visitors?
Presentation
- Persuasiveness: Does the pitch communicate the product's appeal and impact?
- Vision & future: Does the product show potential beyond the hackathon?
AWARDS
Prizes & Awards
¥0,000
GRAND_PRIZE
Grand Prize: ¥150,000 (1 team)
Excellence Prize: ¥30,000 × 2 teams
Audience Prize: ¥20,000 × 1 team
APPLY
Turn your idea
into reality.
Event dates: Saturday, June 13 (Sat) · Sunday, June 14 (Sun), 2026
Registration has closed. Thank you for all your entries.
Entry flow
Pre-registration
Deadline: Friday, June 5, 2026 at 23:59
Please complete the required fields in the form to enter.
Instructions sent
We will send the terms of participation and official entry instructions to those who have entered.
Official entry
After reviewing the official entry instructions, please apply by the deadline stated in those instructions.
We cannot accept applications after the deadline for any reason.
Eligibility
- University and graduate students
- Middle and high school students
- Team participation recommended (2–4 members)
※ If applications exceed capacity, a selection process may be held.
※ Solo participation is accepted; the organizers will form teams for individual applicants.
※ Participants under 18 require parental consent.
※ Participants must be able to attend in person on the event days.
※ You must agree to the terms of participation. Please read the official entry instructions and all other information provided by the organizers carefully.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FAQ
Yes. However, if we receive many applications, we may run a selection process based on factors such as development experience.
Yes. If you apply solo, the organizers will form a team for you.
Develop a product that fits the theme. You will implement a service that leverages AI.
Team development experience is helpful but not required.
Participation is free. Gemini API for use during development and in your product is also provided at no charge. However, transportation, accommodation, equipment, communication costs, and other expenses required for development are the responsibility of each participant. Please see the terms of participation for details.
Yes. You may use whatever development environment and tools you prefer.
Contact
For other inquiries, please contact us at the address below.
ORGANIZER
Planning & Host
Planning
AKAMON Community
AKAMON Community is a hands-on community where students take the lead, with the theme of art, supported by the Akamon PROJECT operated by Kaikai Kiki Co., Ltd. Projects that are hard to start or move forward alone gain momentum at AKAMON. We nurture student creativity and practical skills.
Host
NSS AKAMON is a division of the Akamon PROJECT operated by Kaikai Kiki. Centered on collaboration with students from the University of Tokyo and beyond, it drives experimental initiatives bridging art and technology. For this hackathon, NSS AKAMON supports the event by providing the venue and refreshments.
Kaikai Kiki is an art conglomerate led by artist Takashi Murakami. The company's activities span artwork production, film and animation production, artist management, gallery and café operations, game development, e-commerce, publishing, and merchandise creation.