Speakers
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Taeko Yamaki
Organoid Farm Inc.
Taeko Yamaki
Organoid Farm Inc. CEO
After graduating from Tokyo Institute of Technology in 2008, joined JGC Group and worked as a plant process engineer for oil & gas processing plant. Later joining the Strategic Planning Office, started cultured meat development project. In 2021, started Organoid Farm Inc. as affiliated company of JGC JAPAN and promoting the development of production technologies for cultured meat, aiming for its industrialization by 2030.
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Taihei Onishi
stmn, inc.
Taihei Onishi
stmn, inc. CEO
Taihei Onishi is the CEO of stmn, inc., taking the role in January 2023. After graduating from the University of Tsukuba, his career encompasses experience at a major advertising agency and a position as Country Manager for Monstarlab, Inc. in Vietnam, where he helped grow the overseas subsidiary to 200 employees over two years. In 2016, he returned to Japan and founded stmn, inc., initially serving as COO. In this role, he oversaw the company’s flagship business TUNAG and contributed to various strategic initiatives across sales, marketing, design, development, and finance. As CEO, Onishi continues to guide stmn, inc.’s growth while drawing on his international business experience.
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Takaaki Umada
FoundX,The University of Tokyo
Takaaki Umada
Director of FoundX, The University of Tokyo
Takaaki Umada is a director at FoundX, the official startup accelerator program at the prestigious University of Tokyo. With over a decade of experience supporting software developers and startup founders, Umada brings deep expertise in startup support, including navigating public affairs and regulatory matters.Prior to his current role, Umada held positions at Microsoft Japan as a product manager and evangelist. In 2016, he transitioned to the University of Tokyo, where he founded and led Hongo Tech Garage before launching FoundX in 2019. He is the author of "Paradoxical Startup Thinking," "Successful Entrepreneurs Choose Where to Stay," "Implementing the Future,” “Raising Your Resolution.”
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Takaoki Goto
SHIZUOKA Prefectural Government
Takaoki Goto
SHIZUOKA Prefectural Government Industrial Innovation Promotion Division / Staff
Joined the Shizuoka Prefectural Government in 2004. Engaged in promoting Mt. Fuji Shizuoka Airport and supporting the overseas expansion of local companies. Seconded to the Aviation Bureau of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism from 2009 to 2011, and to the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) from 2016 to 2018. At JETRO, supported the local expansion of Japanese companies at the Hanoi office. Since 2022, has been responsible for managing the TECH BEAT Shizuoka Secretariat and the prefecture-operated innovation hub "SHIP" (Shizuoka Innovation Platform) in the Industrial Innovation Promotion Division.
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Takashi Okutani
Kokyaku Jikan Inc.
Takashi Okutani
Kokyaku Jikan Inc. CEO & Co-Founder
Omni-Channel & Marketing Specialist. Previously working at MUJI WEB Business Section as General Manager, produced Digital CRM App called MUJI passport & create global CRM Platform. Also, launch several oversea MUJI EC platforms. Currently working at Oisix.ra.daichi Inc as Chief Omni-Channel Officer. Also, from 2018, launched DX consulting company called Kokyaku Jikan Inc.
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Takashi Ueda
NIKKEI
Takashi Ueda
NIKKEI Editor
Takashi Ueda is a leading voice on innovation, corporate venturing, startups, and SDGs. He is a sought-after speaker and commentator, known for his deep understanding of global tech trends. Ueda has extensive experience covering major international tech events such as CES and Viva Technology. He is a Visiting Professor at the Professional University of Information and Management for Innovation , and has lectured at prestigious institutions such as Institute of Science Tokyo , Doshisha University, and Waseda University. As a seasoned event organizer, he has played a key role in developing and executing large-scale events such as "FIN/SUM." Ueda also serves as a judge for numerous startup competitions, leveraging his expertise to identify promising ventures.
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Takaya Taguchi
Helical Fusion Co., Ltd.
Takaya Taguchi
Helical Fusion Co., Ltd. Co-Founder / CEO
He began his accomplished career in Japan's financial industry, holding key roles at Mizuho Bank, the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC), PwC Advisory, and Dai-ichi Life, where he gained extensive expertise in finance and business strategy. He also served as COO of a startup, further honing his leadership and operational skills. In 2021, he co-founded Helical Fusion Co., Ltd., bringing his diverse experience to the forefront of innovation in nuclear fusion. Education: Graduate School of Letters (Ethics), Kyoto University
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Takayuki Fukatsu
THE GUILD inc.
Takayuki Fukatsu
CEO of THE GUILD inc.
After working at tha Ltd., he became active in the Flash community.Since becoming independent in 2009, he has shifted his focus to UI design for smartphone apps, and founded Art & Mobile Inc. and the creative firm THE GUILD.Currently, he serves as CXO of note, an AI strategy advisor for Yokosuka City, and provides business advisory services across various fields.His recent publications include "Mastering ChatGPT! The Fukatsu Method Prompt Reader" and "Anticipating IT × Business: Image Generation AI".
Conferences
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Takayuki Shimamoto
SUMITOMO CORPORATION
Takayuki Shimamoto
SUMITOMO CORPORATION Smart Platform SBU Team Leader
Joined Sumitomo Corporation in 2009. With 4 years in Vietnam focusing on the establishment of an e-commerce business, and 6 years in Myanmar working on the launch of a telecommunications business, totaling 10 years spent a significant amount of time stationed in Southeast Asia,. Subsequently, after returning to the headquarters, I was involved in the launch and management of a telecommunications business in Ethiopia. Since 2023, I have been in my current position, recently engaged in the establishment of AI-related businesses. My specialty is in the telecommunications industry.
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Takehiro Oda
forStartups. Inc
Takehiro Oda
forStartups. Inc Open Innovation Dept. Public Affairs Div. Senior Manager Business Manage
After graduating from Waseda University, I had worked in advertising agency and Film industry as a producer. As I joined to Creww Inc in 2016, I started to work in Startup industry to run accelerator / open innovation program or co-working space. From 2021 I joined forStartups Inc and started to work with governments in many regions to plan and run startup support strategy or programs in Aichi, Hamamatsu, Hiroshima, Fukuoka, and so on. I was a 1st general manager of STATION Ai.
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Takehito Kobayashi
GRA&GREEN Inc.
Takehito Kobayashi
GRA&GREEN Inc. CTO
Following the completion of my Master's degree in Agriculture, I worked as a breeder for Mikado Kyowa Seed, affiliated with the Limagrain Group in France. My role involved crop breeding within an international business cooperation framework.While working as a plant breeder in the vegetable seed company, I developed a strong desire to pursue a doctorate degree. I subsequently enrolled at Kyushu University, where I studied gene editing technologies.After completing my PhD, I have been working at GRA&GREEN Inc. since 2019 to leverage cutting-edge technology in agriculture. I was subsequently appointed CTO in 2023.
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Takeru Kawashima
01Booster Inc
Takeru Kawashima
01Booster Inc Executive Director
After graduating from Waseda University, Kawashima worked in business development for a Japanese Medical Device company in the EMEA region, then transitioned to Product Marketing at a Global Medical Device company. Joining 01Booster, Inc., a Japanese Accelerator, in 2017, he managed several accelerator programs and developed international partnerships with accelerators outside Japan. In 2018, he founded "Across Asia Alliance," a community of Asian VCs/accelerators in collaboration with international partners. He also founded "InnoScouter, Inc.," focusing on enterprise SaaS startups, and later successfully exited to 01Booster.
