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Kiviaq and Tokyu Bell Launch Demonstration Experiment for Same-Day Prescription Delivery ― Providing new medical access along Tokyu Lines towards a future where "medicine reaches your home" ―
Kiviaq Inc. (Kiviaq; HQ: Minato-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Shun Okada), which develops pharmaceutical SCM businesses, and Tokyu Corporation (HQ: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo) announced on January 28 the commencement of a demonstration experiment to provide free, shortest same-day delivery of prescription drugs in areas along the Tokyu Lines.
This experiment was realized through the Tokyu Group's business co-creation platform, the "Tokyu Alliance Platform (TAP)." The scheduled period is from January 28, 2026, to June 30, 2026.
■ Seamless process from online medication guidance to delivery
After visiting a Kiviaq-compatible medical institution, patients receive online medication guidance via LINE. Subsequently, they can receive their prescription drugs at home utilizing the delivery network of "Tokyu Bell," Tokyu's home convenience service.
A key feature is the high level of convenience that eliminates the need to visit a pharmacy; for example, if medication guidance is completed by 3:00 PM on weekdays, delivery is made by 9:00 PM on the same day. The target areas are Shinagawa Ward, Ota Ward, Setagaya Ward, and Meguro Ward.
■ Solving medical access issues with "Tech x Delivery"
Kiviaq aims to realize a world where "necessary medicine reaches you easily when it is needed." Through this experiment, they are providing new medical access to the working generation busy with childcare and jobs, as well as patients who wish to avoid infection risks.
Both companies state that by seamlessly connecting the online and offline (delivery) worlds, they aim to build a comfortable medical experience with minimal burden on consumers.
■ ICT Startup League
This support program was launched in FY2023, triggered by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications' "Start-up Creation-type Germination Research and Development Support Business."
The ICT Startup League supports startups through four main pillars:
1. R&D Funding / Hands-on Support
Up to 20 million JPY in R&D funding is provided in the form of a grant. Additionally, regarding hands-on support, the selection evaluation committee members who were involved in selecting the league members continue to stay close after selection to promote growth. For companies that the evaluators rated as "absolutely want to adopt," a support system likened to "Oshi-katsu" (enthusiastic advocacy) has been built, where the evaluators themselves provide continuous support such as advice on business plans and providing growth opportunities.
2. Discovery & Development
We provide opportunities for learning and networking to promote the business growth of league members.
We also expand our scope to discover and develop those aiming to start businesses in the future.
3. Competition & Co-creation
It serves as a venue for positive competition akin to a sports league, where startups learn together and work hard to win the necessary funding (up to 20 million JPY). We also provide a place for co-creation where league members collaborate to expand their businesses through various opportunities such as sessions with selection evaluation committee members.
4. Dissemination
We disseminate the initiatives of league members in cooperation with the media! By letting more people know about these businesses, we aim to expand opportunities for new matching and chances.
■ Related Websites
ICT Startup League
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Kiviaq Inc. (Official Site)
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Kiviaq Inc. (LEAGUE MEMBER)
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Tokyu Bell (Official Site)
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