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ILS2023 Time Table

Dec.4th - 7th
ToranomonHills & Online (partial)
All ILS2023 POWER MATCHING account members can participate for free.
*Japanese-English simultaneous interpretation service will be provided online.
Therefore, please be sure to bring your earphones and smartphone when coming to the ILS venue.
12/4 mon
12/5 tue
12/6 wed
12/7 thur
Pitches
Seminars
Meetups
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4th Dec. 11:00 | 11:40
4th Dec. 11:00 - 11:40
Toranomon Hills 5F MTG ROOM4
On-site events only
  • Seminar
  • Lang: Only Japanese (no simultaneous interpretation)
Challenge with startups! Climate change/biodiversity measures
  • VC Session
  • Other
In order to transform society and economy into a sustainable one, the need for TCFD and TNFD countermeasures is rapidly increasing, and companies are required to visualize the impact their business activities have on climate change and biodiversity. There is. In this session, we will introduce the latest trends in visualization technology.
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Shigeru Sumitomo｜Senior Advisor,　FFG Venture Business Partners Co., Ltd.

Shigeru Sumitomo｜Senior Advisor,　FFG Venture Business Partners Co., Ltd.

Graduated from Aoyama Gakuin University's School of Science and Engineering, held an MIT Sloan MBA, served as Director of New Business Development Office at Sony NACS Strategy Division, and President of Sony Joint Venture before joining Quantum Leap. He founded Conserax and is currently supporting new businesses aiming to go global. He concurrently serves as Chairman of the Board of Curations, Director of SUNDRED, and Senior Advisor to FVP.
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Ysasuhiro Kubota｜CEO,　Think Nature Inc.

Ysasuhiro Kubota｜CEO,　Think Nature Inc.

Graduated from the Faculty of Agriculture, Hokkaido University, master's degree from Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, and doctorate from the Faculty of Science, Tokyo Metropolitan University. He is a professor at the Faculty of Science at the University of the Ryukyus (current position). His specialty is ecology. Promoting biodiversity conservation science through fieldwork and data science using big data and AI. He started Think Nature and is trying to create a biodiversity market.
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Michitaka Tokeiji｜CEO,　Zeroboard Inc.

Michitaka Tokeiji｜CEO,　Zeroboard Inc.

Graduated from the Faculty of Engineering, University of Tokyo. He worked at JPMorgan and Mitsui & Co. before moving to a start-up company. He will lead the energy solutions business and develop the "zeroboard" in response to the global trend toward a decarbonized society. In 2021, we implemented MBO for the business and started the business as Zero Board Co., Ltd.

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4th Dec. 12:00 | 12:30
4th Dec. 12:00 - 12:30
Toranomon Hills 5F Main Hall
Online: Channel1
  • Seminar
SettleMint Seminar: Transformation example using blockchain technology supported by SettleMint from Belgium
  • SettleMint Session
Since its founding in 2016, SettleMint has supported the transformation of more than 100 companies around the world using blockchain technology. We will introduce examples by industry that can be put to immediate use by Japanese companies.
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Kenji Sugawara│Partner Account Manager, SettleMint Japan

Kenji Sugawara│Partner Account Manager, SettleMint Japan

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4th Dec. 13:00 | 14:20
4th Dec. 13:00 - 14:20
Toranomon Hills 5F Hall A1
Online: Channel2
  • Seminar
  • Lang: Japanese (Japanese-English simultaneous interpretation available)
NTT Data "From the Port of Toyosu" in ILS - XR / Metaverse -
If you are a startup or major company interested in this topic, please join us. ​
  • NTT Data Open Innovation Program​
From the Port of Toyosu, an open innovation program organized by NTT Data, will be held at the ILS venue. This program will introduce NTT Data's open innovation initiatives and business creation achievements. Pitches by innovative startups based on the theme will also be held.
In addition, after this session, we will hold a casual networking event for speakers and participants at the adjacent venue (Hall A2). If you would like to exchange business cards, please use this time. ​
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13:00－13:50
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NTT DATA Open Innovation Forum

NTT DATA aims to create innovative and sustainable businesses in collaboration with its customers around the world and with startups in possession of the world’s most advanced technologies.

NTT DATA Open Innovation Forum

NTT DATA aims to create innovative and sustainable businesses in collaboration with its customers around the world and with startups in possession of the world’s most advanced technologies.
Masahiro Sato│Captain of the NTT DATA Open Innovation Forum, NTT DATA Japan Corporation
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NTT DATA’s Activity about XR and Metaverse

Will present Insights and initiatives on XR and Metaverse at NTT DATA

NTT DATA’s Activity about XR and Metaverse

Will present Insights and initiatives on XR and Metaverse at NTT DATA
YAMADA Tatsushi│XR/Identity Evangelist, NTT DATA Group Corporation
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[Psychology Tech] Social simulator development

Our strength lies in solutions that combine advanced knowledge of psychology and technology such as emotion recognition AI. We are currently looking for partners to develop and utilize social simulators using LLM.

[Psychology Tech] Social simulator development

Our strength lies in solutions that combine advanced knowledge of psychology and technology such as emotion recognition AI. We are currently looking for partners to develop and utilize social simulators using LLM.
株式会社エモスタ
Real Estate / Construction / Smart Home / Smart City
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Aerial video technology that enables contactless UI and reality augmentation to effectively prevent infection

Developed and sold a parity mirror, an imaging optical element that can form a real mirror image. It is a low-cost optical element made of resin molded from a single flat plate, making it possible to display aerial images anywhere.

Aerial video technology that enables contactless UI and reality augmentation to effectively prevent infection

Developed and sold a parity mirror, an imaging optical element that can form a real mirror image. It is a low-cost optical element made of resin molded from a single flat plate, making it possible to display aerial images anywhere.
株式会社パリティ・イノベーションズ
Wearable / XR (Extended Reality)
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The innovator of AR technologies

Development and sales of spatial recognition engines and displays for AR glasses

The innovator of AR technologies

Development and sales of spatial recognition engines and displays for AR glasses
Cellid株式会社
Wearable / XR (Extended Reality)
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Accelerate human creativity

Development and operation of the metaverse platform “cluster”

Accelerate human creativity

Development and operation of the metaverse platform “cluster”
クラスター株式会社
Other
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Democratization of the Digital Twin

Empower Firstline Workers with Digital Twin, XR & AIWe provide FactVerse, our proprietary corporate metaverse platform. We support the utilization of digital twin/XR in the enterprise domain.

Democratization of the Digital Twin

Empower Firstline Workers with Digital Twin, XR & AIWe provide FactVerse, our proprietary corporate metaverse platform. We support the utilization of digital twin/XR in the enterprise domain.
DataMesh Pte. Ltd.
Wearable / XR (Extended Reality)
14:00－14:20
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Networking session

A casual networking session between speakers and participants will be held in the adjacent hall (Hall A2). Please use this time to exchange business cards if you wish to do so.

Networking session

A casual networking session between speakers and participants will be held in the adjacent hall (Hall A2). Please use this time to exchange business cards if you wish to do so.
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4th Dec. 14:00 | 14:40
4th Dec. 14:00 - 14:40
Toranomon Hills 5F MTG ROOM4
On-site events only
  • Seminar
  • Lang: Only Japanese (no simultaneous interpretation)
Beyond Logistics: Pioneering Industry-Wide Innovations in Response to the 2024 Problem
  • VC Session
  • Renewable Energy / Decarbonization / SDGs / Smart Grid
  • Food / Food Production / Agriculture / Fisheries
  • Retail
In this session, we will discuss the 2024 issue not merely as a logistical challenge, but as a major turning point for the entire industry, closely linked to manufacturing, retail, and supply chain management. We will engage in conversation with entrepreneurs who have long tackled this issue. By integrating technology and people, we aim to explore sustainable solutions for the 2024 problem and future prospects that will impact industries as a whole.
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Shinya Takayanagi│CEO, 207

Shinya Takayanagi│CEO, 207

Aiming to DX logistics, he provides services such as "Todoku," a service that shares home/absence information to delivery staff in real time and enables chat communication to improve receiving efficiency, and an AI-based matching service between private drivers and logistics companies.
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Shuyu Yoshikane│CEO, Azit

Shuyu Yoshikane│CEO, Azit

Graduated from the Faculty of Science and Technology at Keio University. While a student, he founded Azit Inc. In 2015, he released CREW, a vehicle dispatch platform, which was suspended in 2020 due to COVID-19. In the same year, released CREW Express, a last-mile delivery DX platform, which was selected for Forbes 30 under 30 Japan and Asia editions.
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Yamato Watanabe｜Managing Director,　DG Daiwa Ventures

Yamato Watanabe｜Managing Director,　DG Daiwa Ventures

VC from an entrepreneur background. At Dentsu, where he worked before joining DGDV, he was involved in new businesses such as the Sustainable Smart Town project and the effective timber utilization project, and then at CVC, where he was responsible for business unit collaboration and investment operations, and was involved in the growth strategies and IPOs of domestic and overseas startups.

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4th Dec. 14:00 | 14:20
4th Dec. 14:00 - 14:20
Toranomon Hills 5F Hall A2
On-site events only
  • Meetup
Industry-specific networking events organized by NTT Data - XR / Metaverse -
  • NTT Data Open Innovation Program​
This is a networking event for speakers of each session of NTT Data's open innovation programme "From the Port of Toyosu" in ILS, as well as for participants, where key persons from each theme promoting NTT Data's open innovation and advanced start-ups in line with the theme will participate. Start-ups and major companies interested in this theme are invited to register for each session from 13:00.
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4th Dec. 15:30 | 16:10
4th Dec. 15:30 - 16:10
Toranomon Hills 5F MTG ROOM4
On-site events only
  • Seminar
  • Lang: Only Japanese (no simultaneous interpretation)
Transforming Declining Japan into Growing Japan
  • VC Session
  • Finance / Insurance / Cryptocurrency
5 steps for a major reversal: (1) Thoroughly concentrate on Japan's global strengths, (2) Build a business strategy to conquer the world in each field of strength, (3) Full cooperation between large companies, venture companies, and the country, and (4) Producing human resources to lead global expansion, (5) Thoroughly strengthen the global ecosystem and expand business
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Mutsunori Sano｜Representative Director and President,　Innovation Engine Inc.

Mutsunori Sano｜Representative Director and President,　Innovation Engine Inc.

He has been consistently involved in venture research and investment work at Nomura Research Institute and JAFCO, and in 2001 established Innovation Engine, a technology VC pioneer. He has led numerous innovative companies to IPO, including GNI, Erex, and Rosetta.
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Kazuhiko Morita｜Venture partner, Innovation Engine Inc.

Kazuhiko Morita｜Venture partner, Innovation Engine Inc.

At Olympus, engaged in planning and development of new businesses and business collaboration with venture companies in a wide range of fields such as medical and industrial equipment fields. Afterwards, he invested in numerous technology ventures as a founding member and head of the investment department of Osaka University Venture Capital. Participated in our company from 2020.

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5th Dec. 10:00 | 10:40
5th Dec. 10:00 - 10:40
Toranomon Hills 5F Hall A1
Online: Channel2
  • Seminar
  • Lang: Only Japanese (no simultaneous interpretation)
BMW Motorrad's challenge to digital innovation
BMW Motorrad's DX and open innovation strategies as it sprints towards digitalisation.
  • ILS Special Session
What are the connected and open innovation initiatives in BMW's motorcycle division? The former head of digital transformation at BMW headquarters and the head of digital transformation in Japan talk at great length about BMW's DX strategy.
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Gregory Glanzmann│Chief Commercial Officer, Tras | Former Head of Digital Transformation, BMW Motorrad

Gregory Glanzmann│Chief Commercial Officer, Tras | Former Head of Digital Transformation, BMW Motorrad

Gregory Glanzmann was born in Yokohama in 1980 and grew up in Japan, Hong Kong and Switzerland. He completed his main education in Switzerland, topping it off with an a B.A. in International Relations and an Financial Times top-ranked M.A. in Strategy and International Management (SIM HSG) from the University of St. Gallen. As a highly experienced hands-on sales and transformation expert, he has a track record of optimising and establishing new business models in global corporations Sony and BMW and cooperating to mutual gain with startups and other corporations, such as LEGO in locations including Japan, Singapore, Switzerland, Austria, and Germany. As a proven leader and team builder, he has recently graduated from the corporate track joining Japanese SME Tras Ltd. as Chief Commercial Officer, focusing on the business strategy and digital and green transformation paths.
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Kaname Saeki│　General Manager, BMW Motorrad

Kaname Saeki│　General Manager, BMW Motorrad

Born in Chiba 1982, grew up there except for few years in Hawaii at very early in life. While studying Law at Waseda University, he found a good connection between law and automotive business and joined BMW Group Japan first as an intern and later on as full time employee. He became an expert of car recycling at early stage of his career, and then experienced wide range of automotive business such as sales planning, product marketing, finance controlling and aftersales planning. In the course of long journey in car business, he was proven as good collaborative leader and assigned to be general manager of BMW Motorrad in Japan as of Dec. 2021.
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5th Dec. 12:00 | 12:40
5th Dec. 12:00 - 12:40
Toranomon Hills 5F Main Hall
Online: Channel1
  • Seminar
  • Lang: English (English-Japanese simultaneous interpretation available)
The latest trends in open innovation by global companies in Europe and the United States.
Catching up with open innovation initiatives of global companies in Europe and the US from the world's leading cleetech venture capitalists.
  • ILS Special Session
Melan Zakair from Emerald Technology Ventures (Switzerland), a global cleantech VC in which numerous Japanese companies, including Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Idemitsu Kosan and Murata Manufacturing, are also LP investors, will be speaking. This is a special event where one of the largest materials chemistry and cleantech VCs in Europe and the US, who are tackling issues in climate change and sustainability such as energy, water treatment and CO2 reduction, will talk a great deal about the latest trends in open innovation by global companies, based on data and facts.
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Mehran Zaker│Investment Director, Emerald Technology Ventures

Mehran Zaker│Investment Director, Emerald Technology Ventures

Mehran Zaker is an investment director at Emerald Technology Ventures, a globally recognized venture capital firm investing in Sustainable Industrial Technologies since 2000. Dedicated to tackling big challenges in climate change and sustainability, Emerald works closely with more than 55 multinational corporates pioneer in open innovation and provide them with rich deal flow and insight in the sectors and markets of tomorrow. Emerald manages and advises assets of over €1 billion from our offices in Zurich, Toronto and Singapore. Mehran has an Electronics engineering degree from ENSEA in France and an MBA from INSEAD. He is fluent in English, French and Persian. Prior to joining Emerald, he has held various positions in the automotive and the construction industries. He is a firm believer in transformational power of technology and enjoys turning complex technical concepts into business opportunities.
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5th Dec. 13:00 | 14:20
5th Dec. 13:00 - 14:20
Toranomon Hills 5F Hall A1
Online: Channel2
  • Seminar
  • Lang: Japanese (Japanese-English simultaneous interpretation available)
NTT Data "From the Port of Toyosu" in ILS - NTT DATA Incubation Lab. / Customer Experience -
If you are a startup or major company interested in this topic, please join us. ​
  • NTT Data Open Innovation Program​
From the Port of Toyosu, an open innovation program organized by NTT Data, will be held at the ILS venue. This program will introduce NTT Data's open innovation initiatives and business creation achievements. Pitches by innovative startups based on the theme will also be held.
In addition, after this session, we will hold a casual networking event for speakers and participants at the adjacent venue (Hall A2). If you would like to exchange business cards, please use this time. ​
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Opening 13:00~
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NTT DATA Open Innovation Forum

NTT DATA aims to create innovative and sustainable businesses in collaboration with its customers around the world and with startups in possession of the world’s most advanced technologies.

NTT DATA Open Innovation Forum

NTT DATA aims to create innovative and sustainable businesses in collaboration with its customers around the world and with startups in possession of the world’s most advanced technologies.
Masahiro Sato│Captain of the NTT DATA Open Innovation Forum, NTT DATA Japan Corporation
Part 1: Healthcare co-creation lab 13:05~
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NTT DATA Incubation Lab.

We have opened the "NTT DATA Incubation Lab." in Toyosu, which co-creates new businesses together with consumers and partners.

NTT DATA Incubation Lab.

We have opened the "NTT DATA Incubation Lab." in Toyosu, which co-creates new businesses together with consumers and partners.
Ryo Ando│Senior Business Developer, Strategy Design Section, NTT DATA Japan Corporation
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The world's first personalized engine dedicated to improving well-being

We provide products that allow anyone to incorporate behavioral science into their daily lives and work. Individualization using multimodal AI encourages behavioral changes to improve well-being. We have already obtained two patents as the world's first initiative.

The world's first personalized engine dedicated to improving well-being

We provide products that allow anyone to incorporate behavioral science into their daily lives and work. Individualization using multimodal AI encourages behavioral changes to improve well-being. We have already obtained two patents as the world's first initiative.
株式会社Godot
Digital Health / Well-being
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Data analysis platform business that changes the concept of the marketing research industry

We are developing ``Knowns App,'' a consumer app that collects 50 million survey data per month, and ``Knowns Biz,'' a consumer data analysis SaaS that allows advanced analysis of that data with simple operations.

Data analysis platform business that changes the concept of the marketing research industry

We are developing ``Knowns App,'' a consumer app that collects 50 million survey data per month, and ``Knowns Biz,'' a consumer data analysis SaaS that allows advanced analysis of that data with simple operations.
ノウンズ株式会社
Advertising / Marketing / Sharing Economy
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DX business that creates virtual human resources with profiling AI x generation AI as the core

Create virtual human resources for staff involved in marketing and sales activities using AI. A DX platform where this virtual human resource becomes an assistant and supports staff. Solving the challenges of securing a workforce and training staff, which are becoming more difficult each year for companies

DX business that creates virtual human resources with profiling AI x generation AI as the core

Create virtual human resources for staff involved in marketing and sales activities using AI. A DX platform where this virtual human resource becomes an assistant and supports staff. Solving the challenges of securing a workforce and training staff, which are becoming more difficult each year for companies
AIQ株式会社
Advertising / Marketing / Sharing Economy
Part 2: Customer Experience 13:25~
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Creation of services with psychological changes

Due to the diversification of consumer values and lifestyles, industries are beginning to restructure their businesses. We are looking for a partner who can help us realize what it takes to create a meaningful customer experience.

Creation of services with psychological changes

Due to the diversification of consumer values and lifestyles, industries are beginning to restructure their businesses. We are looking for a partner who can help us realize what it takes to create a meaningful customer experience.
Kamiyama Hajime│Senior Manager, NTT DATA Japan Corporation
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A global startup promoting DX with odor sensors and AI analysis

Using our proprietary odor sensor and AI, we objectively capture data on how humans perceive odors through their noses and brains, accumulate odor information, and build our proprietary odor data utilization platform. Masu.

A global startup promoting DX with odor sensors and AI analysis

Using our proprietary odor sensor and AI, we objectively capture data on how humans perceive odors through their noses and brains, accumulate odor information, and build our proprietary odor data utilization platform. Masu.
株式会社レボーン
Materials / Chemistry
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Using patented technology, we can unravel our sensibilities and subconscious minds and utilize them for marketing.

Based on patented technology developed at the Chiba University Faculty of Engineering Design Psychology Laboratory, we will unravel feelings, preferences, and latent needs that cannot be put into words. A university venture that leads to solutions to problems that have been difficult to solve using conventional methods.

Using patented technology, we can unravel our sensibilities and subconscious minds and utilize them for marketing.

Based on patented technology developed at the Chiba University Faculty of Engineering Design Psychology Laboratory, we will unravel feelings, preferences, and latent needs that cannot be put into words. A university venture that leads to solutions to problems that have been difficult to solve using conventional methods.
株式会社BBStoneデザイン心理学研究所
Other
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Research and development of healthcare devices related to the intrauterine environment using menstrual blood samples

Risk tests for health issues specific to women are performed using menstrual blood obtained regularly and non-invasively. We will research and develop innovative devices that use materials with low environmental impact, are highly accurate, and do not place a burden on users in terms of testing methods and costs.

Research and development of healthcare devices related to the intrauterine environment using menstrual blood samples

Risk tests for health issues specific to women are performed using menstrual blood obtained regularly and non-invasively. We will research and develop innovative devices that use materials with low environmental impact, are highly accurate, and do not place a burden on users in terms of testing methods and costs.
株式会社VVV
Digital Health / Well-being
14:00－14:20
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Networking session

A casual networking session between speakers and participants will be held in the adjacent hall (Hall A2). Please use this time to exchange business cards if you wish to do so.

Networking session

A casual networking session between speakers and participants will be held in the adjacent hall (Hall A2). Please use this time to exchange business cards if you wish to do so.
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5th Dec. 14:00 | 14:20
5th Dec. 14:00 - 14:20
Toranomon Hills 5F Hall A2
On-site events only
  • Meetup
Industry-specific networking events organized by NTT Data - NTT DATA Incubation Lab. / Customer Experience -
  • NTT Data Open Innovation Program​
This is a networking event for speakers of each session of NTT Data's open innovation programme "From the Port of Toyosu" in ILS, as well as for participants, where key persons from each theme promoting NTT Data's open innovation and advanced start-ups in line with the theme will participate. Start-ups and major companies interested in this theme are invited to register for each session from 13:00.
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5th Dec. 15:30 | 16:10
5th Dec. 15:30 - 16:10
Toranomon Hills 5F Hall A1
Online: Channel2
  • Seminar
  • Lang: Only Japanese (no simultaneous interpretation)
The forefront of CVC investment at SBI
  • VC Session
  • Other
SBI Investment has established and operates CVC funds with 18 operating companies. We will explain the points to consider when promoting CVC funds.
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Yukiko Kato｜Director, Executive Officer, CVC Business Manager　SBI Investment Co., Ltd.

Yukiko Kato｜Director, Executive Officer, CVC Business Manager　SBI Investment Co., Ltd.

Joined SBI in 2002. He has been making venture investments for 20 years at SBI and has led multiple investees to IPO. Currently engaged in managing CVC funds jointly established with business companies and supporting the promotion of open innovation.

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5th Dec. 15:30 | 16:30
5th Dec. 15:30 - 16:30
Toranomon Hills 5F Main Hall
Online: Channel1
  • Seminar
  • Lang: Only Japanese (no simultaneous interpretation)
【Originated in Osaka】QUINTBRIDGE's New Approach for Open Innovation
Why does QUINTBRIDGE‘s startup pitch event attract 600 participants? It’s because there's a mechanism for member-collaborative communities that unite around unique philosophy!
  • NTT WEST Seminar
NTT West‘s open innovation facility, QUINTBRIDGE, established in March of last year in Osaka, has surpassed 110,000 visitors in just a year and a half. The pace of corporate membership, which has exceeded 1,000 entities including enterprise, startup, university and local government, continues to increase. Its startup pitch events boast the largest audience in the region. It has already track record of co-creation with corporations and municipalities, as well as instances of investment from affiliated venture capital firms. In the session, we will talk about the unique initiatives at QUINTBRIDGE that might make you want to visit Osaka.
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Naoki Ichihashi│Innovation Strategy Office/ Vice President, Head of Innovation Strategy Office, NTT WEST

Naoki Ichihashi│Innovation Strategy Office/ Vice President, Head of Innovation Strategy Office, NTT WEST

Joined NTT in 1996. Participated in the establishment of NTT Smart Connect, a new venture of NTT West, and gained experience in cloud business during the boom of the internet business. From 2016, at NTT Holdings Global Business Office, lead 'One NTT’ marketing overseas from scratch. Since 2021, responsible for launching and operating NTT West Japan's open innovation facility and ecosystem, QUINTBRIDGE

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5th Dec. 17:00 | 18:00
5th Dec. 17:00 - 18:00
Toranomon Hills 5F Main Hall
Online: Channel1
  • Seminar
  • Lang: Only Japanese (no simultaneous interpretation)
The forefront of global startup co-creation for Japanese companies
Honda, JAL and Mitsubishi Chemical's CVCs talk about what is essential for global start-up co-creation.
  • ILS Special Session
CVCs from Honda, JAL and Mitsubishi Chemical took to the stage. How do they overcome difficulties and challenges and co-create with global start-ups? Facilitated by Mr Miyata of Scrum Ventures, the panelists will discuss the preparation and common sense required to compete globally, and the strengths of Japanese companies.
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Tak Miyata│Founding Partner and CEO, Scrum Ventures

Tak Miyata│Founding Partner and CEO, Scrum Ventures

Based in San Francisco and Tokyo, he runs a venture capital firm that invests in tech startups in Japan and the US. To date, he has executed investments in over 100 startups in mobility, fintech, IoT, VR, commerce, and healthcare. Prior to that, he started an image analysis software startup in the U.S. and a mobile service startup in Japan, and experienced exits in both Japan and the U.S. In 2009, he became the Director of Alliances at mixi, and later served as the CEO of mixi America. After continued angel investing as an individual, he founded Scrum Ventures in 2013. He holds a B.S. in Thin Film Materials Engineering from the Graduate School of Science and Engineering, Waseda University.
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Naoki "Nick" Sugimoto│ CEO, Honda Innovations

Naoki "Nick" Sugimoto│ CEO, Honda Innovations

Nick Sugimoto is the CEO of Honda Innovations, Co., Ltd. (www.hondainnovations.com), the global open innovation HQ of Honda based in Tokyo, Japan. Nick also serves as Chairman of Honda Innovations Silicon Valley, Inc. based in Mountain View, CA. Nick oversees Honda’s advanced technology collaboration projects, as well as strategic partnership programs on global basis. Prior to joining Honda, Nick was a successful entrepreneur as well as venture investor in both the US and Japan. Nick received his engineering degree from the University of Tokyo and MBA from Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley.
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Yabumoto Yusuke│"General Manager,JAL Innovation lab,, JAPAN AIRLINES VENTURES

Yabumoto Yusuke│"General Manager,JAL Innovation lab,, JAPAN AIRLINES VENTURES

Yusuke joined Japan Airlines upon graduating from Osaka University of Foreign Studies (now Osaka University Faculty of Foreign Studies) in 2001. After working in the Sales, Corporate Planning Dep, and Public Relations Dep, he was assigned to Silicon Valley in 2018. 12 companies have been invested in the JAL Innovation Fund, which was established in 2019. Yusuke returned to Japan in June of this year and as GM of JAL Innovation Lab, he is accelerating open innovation by implementing new initiatives such as business development with portfolio companies and business contests in a short period of time.
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Fumiko Uraki│Senior Director, Frontier & Open Innovation Division, Mitsubishi Chemical Group

Fumiko Uraki│Senior Director, Frontier & Open Innovation Division, Mitsubishi Chemical Group

Started career at BASF and worked in electronic materials, inorganic commodities, and pharma specialty materials businesses. Served as senior manager of BASF Venture Capital from 2008. Then joined MCGC in 2016 and took the lead role to set up the venture group and its subsidiary company, Diamond Edge Ventures, in Silicon Valley to accelerate startup engagement and investment. The team made globally 10 investments. Leads Frontier & Open Innovation Div. from July.
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6th Dec. 10:00 | 10:40
6th Dec. 10:00 - 10:40
Toranomon Hills 5F Hall A1
Online: Channel2
  • Seminar
  • Lang: Only Japanese (no simultaneous interpretation)
Taking on challenges in India, making local power the core of business creation
  • VC Session
Why did Toshiba Software India Ltd., which is in charge of software development for the Toshiba Group, decide to hold an ideathon in India in collaboration with venture capital and collaborate with startups? We will consider creating a system for business creation in India for major Japanese companies.
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Takashi Ishikawa│TOSHIBA CORPORATION, Technology Planning Department Global Software Development Promotion Office Fellow

Takashi Ishikawa│TOSHIBA CORPORATION, Technology Planning Department Global Software Development Promotion Office Fellow

Until 2022, he will be the president of Toshiba Software India Ltd., having been stationed in India for 8 years and the last 4 years. During his tenure, Ideathon activities were launched. After returning to Toshiba, while promoting global collaboration, he also engaged in research on global collaborative software development methodologies in the doctoral program at Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology. He holds a master's degree in mechanical engineering from Stanford University.
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Shah Mayur│Beyond Next Ventures Inc., Head, Business Development Group India

Shah Mayur│Beyond Next Ventures Inc., Head, Business Development Group India

Expert in business development between Japan and India with 25 years of experience in finance, IT, and R&D services. At his previous job at Mizuho Bank, he led active collaboration between Japanese and Indian companies. After joining our company in 2021, he has been engaged in strengthening open innovation between Japanese companies and investors and Indian startups.
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Yuichiro Sano│Beyond Next Ventures Inc., Manager

Yuichiro Sano│Beyond Next Ventures Inc., Manager

Joined our company after working for the Japan Bank for International Cooperation and the Japan International Cooperation Agency for about 15 years, launching developing country projects and startup investment programs, and stationed in India. Currently, as the leader of the Indian investment team, he leads new investments and support for investees. He is also involved in our impact investing activities both domestically and internationally. He holds a master's degree in public policy from Harvard University.
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6th Dec. 13:00 | 14:20
6th Dec. 13:00 - 14:20
Toranomon Hills 5F Hall A1
Online: Channel2
  • Seminar
  • Lang: Japanese (Japanese-English simultaneous interpretation available)
NTT Data "From the Port of Toyosu" in ILS - Automotive -
If you are a startup or major company interested in this topic, please join us. ​
  • NTT Data Open Innovation Program​
From the Port of Toyosu, an open innovation program organized by NTT Data, will be held at the ILS venue. This program will introduce NTT Data's open innovation initiatives and business creation achievements. Pitches by innovative startups based on the theme will also be held.
In addition, after this session, we will hold a casual networking event for speakers and participants at the adjacent venue (Hall A2). If you would like to exchange business cards, please use this time. ​
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NTT DATA Open Innovation Forum

NTT DATA aims to create innovative and sustainable businesses in collaboration with its customers around the world and with startups in possession of the world’s most advanced technologies.

NTT DATA Open Innovation Forum

NTT DATA aims to create innovative and sustainable businesses in collaboration with its customers around the world and with startups in possession of the world’s most advanced technologies.
Masahiro Sato│Captain of the NTT DATA Open Innovation Forum, NTT DATA Japan Corporation
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the autonomous driving Mobility services

We are looking for partners who will work together to plan services in various industries that will utilize automated vehicles in the future and study technical issues when expanding their services.

the autonomous driving Mobility services

We are looking for partners who will work together to plan services in various industries that will utilize automated vehicles in the future and study technical issues when expanding their services.
Zhihua Wang│Deputy Manager, Smart Mobility Plannning Section, Atutomotive Division, NTT DATA Japan Corporation
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Solid-state LIDAR allows you to see what you want to see even in bad weather

A solid-state LIDAR for fully autonomous driving. By using FMCW and fusion with a camera, we have achieved a highly efficient and reliable vision system. Objects can be detected even in rainy or foggy environments.

Solid-state LIDAR allows you to see what you want to see even in bad weather

A solid-state LIDAR for fully autonomous driving. By using FMCW and fusion with a camera, we have achieved a highly efficient and reliable vision system. Objects can be detected even in rainy or foggy environments.
株式会社SteraVision
Automobiles / Mobility / Public Transportation
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Aiming to become the fourth public transportation system by utilizing unique AI and “sharing transportation”

Developed routing optimization technology using unique AI. We operate a taxi ride-sharing service. Currently, we are focusing on airport shuttle services, but we are also expanding into more everyday usage scenarios and external provision of systems (OEM).

Aiming to become the fourth public transportation system by utilizing unique AI and “sharing transportation”

Developed routing optimization technology using unique AI. We operate a taxi ride-sharing service. Currently, we are focusing on airport shuttle services, but we are also expanding into more everyday usage scenarios and external provision of systems (OEM).
株式会社NearMe
Automobiles / Mobility / Public Transportation
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Europe's 1st AI Smart Driving App Making Driving Safer & Greener's first AI smart driving app: Make driving safer and greener

University spin-off from Germany using computer vision AI to help drivers prevent accidents, reduce carbon emissions and save insurance costs, all achieved with just the camera from your smartphone. Cameras alone can help drivers prevent accidents, reduce carbon emissions and save on insurance costs.

Europe's 1st AI Smart Driving App Making Driving Safer & Greener's first AI smart driving app: Make driving safer and greener

University spin-off from Germany using computer vision AI to help drivers prevent accidents, reduce carbon emissions and save insurance costs, all achieved with just the camera from your smartphone. Cameras alone can help drivers prevent accidents, reduce carbon emissions and save on insurance costs.
Artificient Mobility Intelligence GmbH
Automobiles / Mobility / Public Transportation
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The first video media that makes it possible to share experiences that cannot be conveyed through words or images alone.

Using new signal conversion technology that makes smartphone vibrations an overwhelmingly realistic experience, it is possible to deliver videos with an immersive experience. We will create videos that generate buzz, improve the sense of realism in remote experiences, and provide educational content with a hands-on experience.

The first video media that makes it possible to share experiences that cannot be conveyed through words or images alone.

Using new signal conversion technology that makes smartphone vibrations an overwhelmingly realistic experience, it is possible to deliver videos with an immersive experience. We will create videos that generate buzz, improve the sense of realism in remote experiences, and provide educational content with a hands-on experience.
東北大学　昆陽研究室
ICT / Next-Generation Communications / IoT / M2M
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High quality synthetic data for machine perception and mobilityHigh quality synthetic data for machine perception and mobility

Synthetic data allows fast development cycle, including automated train-test-validation steps to increase rapidly robustness of advanced vision and autonomous machine. Rapidly increasing advanced vision and robustness of autonomous machines.

High quality synthetic data for machine perception and mobilityHigh quality synthetic data for machine perception and mobility

Synthetic data allows fast development cycle, including automated train-test-validation steps to increase rapidly robustness of advanced vision and autonomous machine. Rapidly increasing advanced vision and robustness of autonomous machines.
AILiveSim
Automobiles / Mobility / Public Transportation
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ACAT(Automated-driving Car Accident-analysis Tool)ACAT(Automated-driving Car Accident-analysis Tool)

ACAT makes data interpretation intuitive and accessible for everyone while minimizing the time and money spent on resolving disputes from an accident. Make it accessible to everyone.

ACAT(Automated-driving Car Accident-analysis Tool)ACAT(Automated-driving Car Accident-analysis Tool)

ACAT makes data interpretation intuitive and accessible for everyone while minimizing the time and money spent on resolving disputes from an accident. Make it accessible to everyone.
CP6
Automobiles / Mobility / Public Transportation
14:00－14:20
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Networking session

A casual networking session between speakers and participants will be held in the adjacent hall (Hall A2). Please use this time to exchange business cards if you wish to do so.

Networking session

A casual networking session between speakers and participants will be held in the adjacent hall (Hall A2). Please use this time to exchange business cards if you wish to do so.
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6th Dec. 14:00 | 14:20
6th Dec. 14:00 - 14:20
Toranomon Hills 5F Hall A2
On-site events only
  • Meetup
Industry-specific networking events organized by NTT Data - Automotive -
  • NTT Data Open Innovation Program​
This is a networking event for speakers of each session of NTT Data's open innovation programme "From the Port of Toyosu" in ILS, as well as for participants, where key persons from each theme promoting NTT Data's open innovation and advanced start-ups in line with the theme will participate. Start-ups and major companies interested in this theme are invited to register for each session from 13:00.
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6th Dec. 15:00 | 15:50
6th Dec. 15:00 - 15:50
Toranomon Hills 5F Main Hall
Online: Channel1
  • Seminar
  • Lang: Only Japanese (no simultaneous interpretation)
How to proceed with startup collaboration in the Japanese manufacturing industry
  • ILS Special Session
Key people from SONY, Brother Industries, and Kurita Water Industries took the stage. These companies, who have a proven track record in collaboration with startups, will introduce examples of collaboration and talk about how they involve their companies, what strategies and ideas they use to build relationships with startups, and how they achieve their company's collaborative goals.
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Tetsujiro Nakagaki│DNX Ventures, Partnership Advisor

Tetsujiro Nakagaki│DNX Ventures, Partnership Advisor

Born in 1973, Graduated from Waseda University School of Law, Kauffman Fellow 1996-2013 Japan Asia Investment Co., Ltd. (final position was Director of Investment Headquarters) 2011 DFJ JAIC Ventures (currently DNX Ventures) established. General Partner (current) 2013 Became independent due to MBO of DFJ JAIC Ventures (changed company name to Draper Nexus) 2019 DNX Ventures for the establishment of the 3rd fund. By the third series fund, in which I served as General Partner, I We have received funds from Seki investors and managed a total of approximately 60 billion yen. So far, we have achieved IPOs of 12 companies and M&A of 5 companies. Currently, SHIFT (TSE Prime), UncoverTruth, Serves as an outside director at Favy and Innova. Co-authored the book ``Pollinator's Behavioral Principles to Accelerate Corporate Evolution: Startups x Traditional Companies
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Tadafusa Tomitaka│Senior Venture Capitalist, Sony Ventures

Tadafusa Tomitaka│Senior Venture Capitalist, Sony Ventures

After joining Sony Corporation, He involved in design of the world-smallest 8mm Camcorder as an engineer of processor and software development. Then he researched AI at University of California, Berkely. After that, he became a leader of the world-first object tracking video camera development. He was head of US lab in Sony US, VP then global hub HQ SVP as corporate technology, head of China lab, Sony China, VP. Now, he is a senor venture capitalist of Sony Ventures Corporation.　He has involved startup investment since 1997.
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Kunihiro Yasui │General Manager, New Business Development Department, Brother Industries

Kunihiro Yasui │General Manager, New Business Development Department, Brother Industries

After graduating from Keio University, I joined Brother Industries, Ltd. During my stay in Silicon Valley from 1997 to 1999, I saw firsthand how the dynamism of VC and Startups can help companies launch new businesses. While working as a project leader in the new business department and promoting new product releases, I launched a CVC in 2006 and have been responsible for open innovation activities for the past 17 years. Since 2016, as the head of the department, I have been promoting new business launches.
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Hideki Kobayashi│General Manager, Open Innovation Department Innovation Division, Kurita Water Industries

Hideki Kobayashi│General Manager, Open Innovation Department Innovation Division, Kurita Water Industries

R&D, Joined Kurita in 1998 and over 10 years of experience in wastewater treatment and ultrapure water production. Then moved to Corporate Planning Div. in 2011 to develop new business such as a project with JAXA and open innovation with startups including investment in DNX Ventures. Started US startup investments and acquisition of Fracta as a lead before entering current position focusing on further accelerating open innovation.
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6th Dec. 16:00 | 16:30
6th Dec. 16:00 - 16:30
Toranomon Hills 5F Hall A1
Online: Channel2
  • Seminar
  • Lang: Only Japanese (no simultaneous interpretation)
Introducing MUFG Startup Support
Participation target: Limited to major companies and startups
  • MUFG Seminar
Executives and management from MUFG Group companies will discuss MUFG's startup support initiatives and future prospects in a panel discussion format.
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Iwano Hideo｜Growth Industry Support Office Director, 　MUFG Bank, Ltd.

Iwano Hideo｜Growth Industry Support Office Director, 　MUFG Bank, Ltd.

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Kassai Yoichi｜Representative Director and President, 　Mitsubishi UFJ Capital Co., Ltd.

Kassai Yoichi｜Representative Director and President, 　Mitsubishi UFJ Capital Co., Ltd.

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Takahashi Terunori｜Manager, Sales Promotion Division, Stock Transfer Agency Sales Promotion Department and Senior Researcher, IPO Consulting Division, 　Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley Securities Co., Ltd.

Takahashi Terunori｜Manager, Sales Promotion Division, Stock Transfer Agency Sales Promotion Department and Senior Researcher, IPO Consulting Division, 　Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley Securities Co., Ltd.

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Yoshihara Kazumasa│Junior Fellow, Stock Transfer Agency Sales Promotion Department IPO Consulting Division, Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking Corporation

Yoshihara Kazumasa│Junior Fellow, Stock Transfer Agency Sales Promotion Department IPO Consulting Division, Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking Corporation

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Masuda Hidemitsu｜Growth Company Sales Department Manager, 　MUFG Bank, Ltd.

Masuda Hidemitsu｜Growth Company Sales Department Manager, 　MUFG Bank, Ltd.

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6th Dec. 16:00 | 17:00
6th Dec. 16:00 - 17:00
Toranomon Hills 5F Main Hall
Online: Channel1
  • Seminar
  • Lang: Only Japanese (no simultaneous interpretation)
The role of major companies in the social implementation of R&D-based startup technologies
  • ILS Special Session
"Spiber," which pivoted from spider silk to brewed protein, and "Jinkiiitai," aiming for the societal implementation of humanoid heavy machinery, both representing our country's research and development-based startups, will be taking the stage. Despite their contrasting characteristics in various aspects, these two companies have inevitably collaborated with large corporations throughout their journey of striving for the societal implementation of technology, from their early days of founding. In this special program, facilitated by the CEO of "Euglena," a venture that has grown into a major player on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime, they will speak candidly about the dynamics of dealing with both ventures and large corporations. You'll hear about why they choose to partner with large corporations, how they establish connections with these giants, and how they achieve cooperation. This is essential viewing for anyone curious about such interactions with major corporations.
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Akihiko Nagata│Executive Officer, Real Tech Holdings Representative | Representative, Real Tech Fund | Director Representative Executive Officer CEO, Euglena

Akihiko Nagata│Executive Officer, Real Tech Holdings Representative | Representative, Real Tech Fund | Director Representative Executive Officer CEO, Euglena

After graduating from university, after working at an investment company, in 2008, he became a director of Euglena, and in 2010 he transferred. Currently, as CEO, he is in charge of all business operations of euglena, from food to fuel and research and development. At Real Tech Fund (founded in 2015), he oversees the overall fund management as a representative.
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Kazuhide Sekiyama│Director and Representative Executive Officer, Spiber

Kazuhide Sekiyama│Director and Representative Executive Officer, Spiber

Born in Tokyo in 1983, Kazuhide Sekiyama serves as Director and Representative Executive Officer of Spiber Inc., which he co-founded in 2007 while studying bioinformatics at Keio University. As part of its mission to help build a sustainable society, Spiber is engaged in the development and industrialization of Brewed Protein™ materials, structural protein materials produced from plant-derived feedstocks through a microbial fermentation process.
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Dr. KANAOKA│CEO, Man-Machine Synergy Effectors

Dr. KANAOKA│CEO, Man-Machine Synergy Effectors

Dr. KANAOKA received his Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering in 1995, his Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering in 1997, and his Doctor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering in 2002, respectively, all from Kyoto University, Japan. He was a Research Assistant from 2002 to 2003, a Lecturer from 2003 to 2008, at Ritsumeikan University, Kusatsu, Japan. Since 2007, he has been a President of Man-Machine Synergy Effectors, Inc., Kusatsu, Japan. Simultaneously, since 2008, he has been an Affiliate Professor at Ritsumeikan University. He is a member of The Robotics Society of Japan. He is now interested in human power-amplifying bilateral control systems, bipedal robots, and aerial robots. His robotic technologies are based on his comprehensive concept of "Man-Machine Synergy Effector."
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Masaru Tomita│Professor Emeritus, Keio University / President, Tsuruoka Science Park

Masaru Tomita│Professor Emeritus, Keio University / President, Tsuruoka Science Park

After graduating from the Faculty of Engineering at Keio University, Masaru Tomita entered the doctoral program at Carnegie Mellon University in the U.S., where he received his Ph. In 1990, with the opening of Keio University's Shonan Fujisawa Campus (SFC), he returned to Japan, where he served as assistant professor, professor, and dean of the Faculty of Environment and Information Studies. During his 22 years as director of the Institute for Advanced Biosciences at Keio University, which was established in 2001 in Tsuruoka City, Yamagata Prefecture, he supported the establishment of nine startup companies.
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7th Dec. 10:00 | 10:40
7th Dec. 10:00 - 10:40
Toranomon Hills 5F Hall A1
Online: Channel2
  • Seminar
  • Lang: Only Japanese (no simultaneous interpretation)
The future created by Japan's first deposit-type stable coin.
  • VC Session
Blockchain-based decentralised internet world Web 3 is a power shift to individuals and localities. We would like to talk about the near future, where stablecoins, decentralised IDs and the VC (digital certificates) that ride on top of them, will transform transactions between legal entities, individuals and governments.
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Ikkei Matsuda｜CEO, Digital Platformer

Ikkei Matsuda｜CEO, Digital Platformer

Specializes in high-tech startup support, local government DX, and smart cities. He is CEO of DP, which provides a digital local currency platform, and co-founder of Soramitsu, a blockchain developer that developed and implemented the world's first CBDC. Osaka Expo Osaka Pavilion Advisor.
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Hiroyuki Sato｜COO, Digital Platformer / Senior advisor, Ridgelinez

Hiroyuki Sato｜COO, Digital Platformer / Senior advisor, Ridgelinez

For approximately 25 years, he has been involved in the launch of various new businesses in the communications industry, including the fusion of broadcasting and communications and joint venture operations in Asia. He has served as CEO of an overseas subsidiary of a major domestic telecommunications company. After that, he worked as a consultant for large companies on Web3 at Ridgelinez, and is currently COO at DP.
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7th Dec. 10:00 | 11:00
7th Dec. 10:00 - 11:00
Toranomon Hills 5F MTG ROOM4
On-site events only
  • Seminar
  • Lang: Only Japanese (no simultaneous interpretation)
Can startups and large companies collaborate to move society?
  • ILS Special Session
Impact-oriented management is spreading among both large companies and startups. Is it possible for both parties to work together to move society forward? We will help you understand the best practices from the respective perspectives of large companies and startups, and discover the requirements for success in "moving society together."
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Akiko Yata │CEO, Community Nurse Company

Akiko Yata │CEO, Community Nurse Company

Born in Izumo City, Shimane Prefecture. In 2017, she established Community Nurse Company, Inc. and has been promoting social implementation of community nursing in collaboration with local governments and companies.
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Shuji Kawai│Executive Officer General Manager, Open Innovation Promotion Office　, SEINO HOLDINGS CO.,LTD.

Shuji Kawai│Executive Officer General Manager, Open Innovation Promotion Office　, SEINO HOLDINGS CO.,LTD.

After joining Seino Transport Co., Ltd. and starting his career as a truck driver, he established an in-house venture company and developed last-one-mile services nationwide. Currently, he is promoting the establishment of a last-one-mile service that solves social issues, the CVC "Value Chain Innovation Fund," etc.
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Reiji Yamanaka│Representative Partner, and Faculty Member, Graduate School of Management, Globis University, "KIBOW Social Investment Fund"

Reiji Yamanaka│Representative Partner, and Faculty Member, Graduate School of Management, Globis University, "KIBOW Social Investment Fund"

Prior to his current position, he worked for Canon Inc., Globis Capital Partners, and two startup companies in the healthcare field. He is engaged in nurturing and investing in entrepreneurs who change society. He is a part-time director of Aisan-san Takushoku K.K. (Director) and NPO STORIA (Director).
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7th Dec. 12:00 | 12:40
7th Dec. 12:00 - 12:40
Toranomon Hills 5F MTG ROOM4
On-site events only
  • Seminar
  • Lang: Only Japanese (no simultaneous interpretation)
CVC for medium-sized companies starting from scratch
  • VC Session
Even medium-sized companies with annual sales of several tens of billions of yen can establish a CVC and engage in open innovation activities. In this seminar, we will introduce examples of CVC establishments based on corporate thoughts and aspirations such as "invigorating Japanese manufacturing" and "resolving women's health issues."
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Hiroshi Hanyu│East Japan Investment Department CVC Manager, Future Venture Capital Co., Ltd.

Hiroshi Hanyu│East Japan Investment Department CVC Manager, Future Venture Capital Co., Ltd.

At Hitachi, Ltd., he was in charge of collaboration with in-house ventures and robot/AI companies, gaining practical experience in open innovation. Invested in over 50 startups at AG Capital. At FVC, our role is to respond to the ambitions of entrepreneurs and contribute to the growth of operating companies. He graduated from the University of Tokyo. Dominican College MBA.

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7th Dec. 12:10 | 12:40
7th Dec. 12:10 - 12:40
Toranomon Hills 5F Main Hall
Online: Channel1
  • Seminar
SettleMint Seminar: Future challenges and prospects for corporate utilization of blockchain technology
  • SettleMint Session
At SettleMint, we support companies in utilizing blockchain. We will focus on the emerging future prospects of blockchain technology, its potential applications in new areas, and the major challenges facing this technology. We will also consider use cases in the manufacturing industry that have become possible as technology matures.
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Hiroki Morita│VP, Japan, SettleMint Japan

Hiroki Morita│VP, Japan, SettleMint Japan

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7th Dec. 13:00 | 14:20
7th Dec. 13:00 - 14:20
Toranomon Hills 5F Hall A1
Online: Channel2
  • Seminar
  • Lang: Japanese (Japanese-English simultaneous interpretation available)
NTT Data "From the Port of Toyosu" in ILS - Disaster Prevention -
If you are a startup or major company interested in this topic, please join us. ​
  • NTT Data Open Innovation Program​
From the Port of Toyosu, an open innovation program organized by NTT Data, will be held at the ILS venue. This program will introduce NTT Data's open innovation initiatives and business creation achievements. Pitches by innovative startups based on the theme will also be held.
In addition, after this session, we will hold a casual networking event for speakers and participants at the adjacent venue (Hall A2). If you would like to exchange business cards, please use this time. ​
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NTT DATA Open Innovation Forum

NTT DATA aims to create innovative and sustainable businesses in collaboration with its customers around the world and with startups in possession of the world’s most advanced technologies.

NTT DATA Open Innovation Forum

NTT DATA aims to create innovative and sustainable businesses in collaboration with its customers around the world and with startups in possession of the world’s most advanced technologies.
Masahiro Sato│Captain of the NTT DATA Open Innovation Forum, NTT DATA Japan Corporation
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A Highly Resilient Future Achieved through Co-Creation of Disaster Prevention DX

As Japan faces an urgent need to strengthen disaster prevention due to an increase in disasters, NTT DATA aims to create a highly resilient society by building a digital disaster prevention platform that links data and services with co-creation partners.

A Highly Resilient Future Achieved through Co-Creation of Disaster Prevention DX

As Japan faces an urgent need to strengthen disaster prevention due to an increase in disasters, NTT DATA aims to create a highly resilient society by building a digital disaster prevention platform that links data and services with co-creation partners.
Yohei Kosaka│Section Chief, NTT DATA Japan Corporation
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AIx satellite data/Digital globe that accelerates decision-making to stay one step ahead of space

We analyze the environment using satellite data and AI, and proceed with problem solving through monitoring, prediction, and finding suitable locations. We provide the Heaven, Earth, and Human Compass that visualizes a huge amount of specialized data such as satellite data in an easy-to-understand manner for anyone.

AIx satellite data/Digital globe that accelerates decision-making to stay one step ahead of space

We analyze the environment using satellite data and AI, and proceed with problem solving through monitoring, prediction, and finding suitable locations. We provide the Heaven, Earth, and Human Compass that visualizes a huge amount of specialized data such as satellite data in an easy-to-understand manner for anyone.
株式会社天地人
Aviation / Space / Defense
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Products and solutions that process and utilize camera images with AI on-site (edge)

Providing ""EdgeAIBox"", a high-performance GPU-equipped device that performs AI processing of camera images on-site, a remote management and control service for devices and AI apps, and a ""video edge AI"" solution that combines various AI apps.

Products and solutions that process and utilize camera images with AI on-site (edge)

Providing ""EdgeAIBox"", a high-performance GPU-equipped device that performs AI processing of camera images on-site, a remote management and control service for devices and AI apps, and a ""video edge AI"" solution that combines various AI apps.
EDGEMATRIX株式会社
Real Estate / Construction / Smart Home / Smart City
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Instant access to space data through intersatellite optical communications network

Development and operation of communication services that can communicate in real time with spacecraft such as Earth observation satellites orbiting in low Earth orbit.

Instant access to space data through intersatellite optical communications network

Development and operation of communication services that can communicate in real time with spacecraft such as Earth observation satellites orbiting in low Earth orbit.
株式会社ワープスペース
ICT / Next-Generation Communications / IoT / M2M
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Dangerous! GAUDiEYE/Hub for industrial accident prevention that AI prevents

Development and provision of no-code AI development platform “GAUDi Hub” and AI camera “GAUDi EYE”. We are using this technology to develop a variety of image recognition solutions, including danger detection at construction and manufacturing sites.

Dangerous! GAUDiEYE/Hub for industrial accident prevention that AI prevents

Development and provision of no-code AI development platform “GAUDi Hub” and AI camera “GAUDi EYE”. We are using this technology to develop a variety of image recognition solutions, including danger detection at construction and manufacturing sites.
株式会社GAUSS
Manufacturing / Production Processes / Manufacturing Equipment
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Virtual evacuation drill

Easy online! A VR evacuation training tool that does not require goggles. AI development is also underway in collaboration with the National Research Institute for Disaster Prevention and the Tokyo Fire Department.

Virtual evacuation drill

Easy online! A VR evacuation training tool that does not require goggles. AI development is also underway in collaboration with the National Research Institute for Disaster Prevention and the Tokyo Fire Department.
株式会社ジオクリエイツ
Real Estate / Construction / Smart Home / Smart City
14:00－14:20
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Networking session

A casual networking session between speakers and participants will be held in the adjacent hall (Hall A2). Please use this time to exchange business cards if you wish to do so.

Networking session

A casual networking session between speakers and participants will be held in the adjacent hall (Hall A2). Please use this time to exchange business cards if you wish to do so.
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7th Dec. 14:00 | 14:40
7th Dec. 14:00 - 14:40
Toranomon Hills 5F MTG ROOM4
On-site events only
  • Seminar
  • Lang: Only Japanese (no simultaneous interpretation)
Solving social issues through innovation ventures
  • VC Session
Open innovation is inevitable in order to solve various issues in an era of great change. Mitsuru Izumo, founder of Real Tech Fund and representative of Euglena, will talk about the new era of open innovation in which startups and large companies collaborate.
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Mitsuru Izumo｜Representative Director and President,　Founder, Real Tech Holdings / Founder and President, Euglena

Mitsuru Izumo｜Representative Director and President,　Founder, Real Tech Holdings / Founder and President, Euglena

Founded Euglena Co., Ltd. in 2005. The world's first successful outdoor mass cultivation of the edible microalga Euglena (scientific name: Euglena). Graduated from the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Tokyo Received the Young Global Leader of the World Economic Forum (Davos Conference), the 1st Japan Venture Awards ``Prime Minister's Award'', and the 5th Japan SDGs Award ``Prime Minister's Award''.

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7th Dec. 14:00 | 14:20
7th Dec. 14:00 - 14:20
Toranomon Hills 5F Hall A2
On-site events only
  • Meetup
Industry-specific networking events organized by NTT Data - Disaster Prevention -
  • NTT Data Open Innovation Program​
This is a networking event for speakers of each session of NTT Data's open innovation programme "From the Port of Toyosu" in ILS, as well as for participants, where key persons from each theme promoting NTT Data's open innovation and advanced start-ups in line with the theme will participate. Start-ups and major companies interested in this theme are invited to register for each session from 13:00.
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7th Dec. 15:30 | 16:10
7th Dec. 15:30 - 16:10
Toranomon Hills 5F MTG ROOM4
On-site events only
  • Seminar
  • Lang: Only Japanese (no simultaneous interpretation)
Deep Tech & Open Innovation
  • VC Session
  • Other
The seminar will explore the dynamics of open innovation between deep-tech startups and established corporations. Panelists from Qunasys and Kyoto Fusioneering, both portfolio companies of JIC VGI, will shed light on their collaborative efforts with large corporations to drive innovation.
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Yuki Kuwabara│JIC Venture Growth Investments Co., Ltd. Partner

Yuki Kuwabara│JIC Venture Growth Investments Co., Ltd. Partner

Yuki joined JIC VGI in 2020, prior to which he worked for INCJ as a venture capitalist. Before that, he was a consultant for technology, media, and telecom sectors at the Japan Research Institute. He received his Master's degree in physics from the University of Tokyo.
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Tomoyo Matsuoka│QunaSys Inc. COO

Tomoyo Matsuoka│QunaSys Inc. COO

After receiving her Ph.D. from the Graduate School of Engineering at Kyoto University, Tomoyo joined Arthur D. Little Japan. There, she focused on supporting the development of new business strategies and mid- to long-term plans, primarily in the chemical, materials, and automotive industries. She joined QunaSys as COO in January 2020.
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Kiyoshi Seko│Kyoto Fusioneering Ltd. COO

Kiyoshi Seko│Kyoto Fusioneering Ltd. COO

Kiyoshi joined Kyoto Fusioneering in April 2021. Previously, he was involved in business development and strategic investments at Mitsubishi Corporation. After receiving his MBA, Kiyoshi made several investments while at Coral Capital. He holds a Master's degree in Applied Physics from the University of Tokyo and an MBA from IE Business School in Europe.

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7th Dec. 18:00 | 18:30
7th Dec. 18:00 - 18:30
Toranomon Hills 5F Main Hall
Online: Channel1
  • Seminar
  • Lang: Only Japanese (no simultaneous interpretation)
The Dividing Line Between Companies that will Survive or Disappear in 10 Years
  • ILS Special Session
What decisions and actions should large companies take to generate new business?
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Kazuhiko Toyama│IGPI Group Chairman, Industrial Growth Platform

Kazuhiko Toyama│IGPI Group Chairman, Industrial Growth Platform

Kazuhiko Toyama has started his career with BCG and later became one of the founding members of Corporate Directions, Inc. (CDI), a Tokyo-based independent management consulting firm, eventually becoming its CEO. In 2003, he was appointed to lead Industrial Revitalization Corporation of Japan (IRCJ), a government-backed restructuring fund, as COO. In 2007, when IRCJ was dissolved, he founded Industrial Growth Platform, Inc. (IGPI), and served as CEO until September, 2020. CEO, Japan Platform of Industrial Transformation, Inc. (JPiX). Outside director of Panasonic Corporation. Chairman of Japan Association of Corporate Directors (JACD), Member of the Council of New Form of Capitalism Realization (Cabinet Secretariat). He graduated from Faculty of Law of the University of Tokyo and holds an MBA from Stanford University. He has passed the Japanese National Bar Examination.
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