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AKASAKA INTERCITY CONFERENCE

Business professionals shaping the future of companies gather. Japan's largest hybrid conference on open innovation.

OISUMMIT (Open Innovation Summit) is Japan's largest conference for open innovation practitioners, hosted by AUBA, Japan's largest open innovation platform.
Building on the philosophy of its predecessor, Japan Open Innovation Fes (JOIF), it has evolved beyond a mere venue for sharing case studies into a space where “decision-making” and “the next steps in co-creation” emerge.
This event attracts numerous decision-makers—executives, board members, and business leaders actively practicing open innovation. Sessions delve deeply into real-world practical knowledge shared by innovators at the forefront of their fields.
OISUMMIT is not a place where insights are merely heard and forgotten. It is designed as a practical arena where participants actually meet co-creation partners, fostering dialogue and relationship-building that leads to business opportunities.
Moving open innovation from “strategy” to “implementation.” OISUMMIT aims to become the hub for co-creation that will pioneer Japan's next industries and value creation.

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OISummit Contents

CONTENTS

Open Innovation Field

The OISummit exhibition area, “Open Innovation Field,” is not merely a display space but a “practical arena” where co-creation flourishes. It facilitates dialogue that transcends boundaries between large corporations, startups, SMEs, and even global players, fostering concrete collaborations and business creation. Where technology, ideas, capital, and networks intersect, it provides a real-world open innovation field that serves as the starting point for new value creation.

Future Innovation Forum

This is the main stage dedicated to addressing the structural transformation of Japan’s industries. Starting from the question, “Where should Japan’s industries begin to change?”, it explores the realities of open innovation, the redefinition of growth, and the organizational and institutional frameworks that enable successful co-creation. Bringing together leaders from government, business, and investment, the session delivers an end-to-end discussion from vision to execution. It also creates direct connections with future innovators through programs such as Startup Pitch 2026 and Open Innovation Gate 2026.

AI Innovation Forum

The AI & Innovation Forum is a university-style session designed for structured learning and active discussion. Bringing together consultants, startups, and industry practitioners, it explores the forefront of generative AI and shifts in industrial structure through real-world co-creation. The program also features a special lecture by Seiichiro Yonekura, “Introduction to Innovation,” offering a historical perspective on Japan’s current position. Through a dynamic exchange between theory and practice, the forum examines how AI can be integrated into new business strategies.

Regional Forum

This session explores Japan’s future from the frontlines of social challenges. Bringing together players tackling issues such as welfare, poverty, and education, it seeks breakthroughs through open innovation. Through regional startup and corporate collaboration cases, it highlights how regions can shape Japan’s path forward—while also addressing education and next-generation talent development.

Global & Capital Markets Forum

This session redefines Japan’s potential from the perspectives of capital and global dynamics. Centered on corporate transformation and impact innovation in the post-SDGs era, it brings together corporations, VCs, and global players. Grounded in the realities of capital markets and international trends, the session explores strategies for Japanese companies to compete on the global stage.

Open Innovation Field

The OISummit exhibition area, “Open Innovation Field,” is not merely a display space but a “practical arena” where co-creation flourishes. It facilitates dialogue that transcends boundaries between large corporations, startups, SMEs, and even global players, fostering concrete collaborations and business creation. Where technology, ideas, capital, and networks intersect, it provides a real-world open innovation field that serves as the starting point for new value creation.

Future Innovation Forum

This is the main stage dedicated to addressing the structural transformation of Japan’s industries. Starting from the question, “Where should Japan’s industries begin to change?”, it explores the realities of open innovation, the redefinition of growth, and the organizational and institutional frameworks that enable successful co-creation. Bringing together leaders from government, business, and investment, the session delivers an end-to-end discussion from vision to execution. It also creates direct connections with future innovators through programs such as Startup Pitch 2026 and Open Innovation Gate 2026.

AI Innovation Forum

The AI & Innovation Forum is a university-style session designed for structured learning and active discussion. Bringing together consultants, startups, and industry practitioners, it explores the forefront of generative AI and shifts in industrial structure through real-world co-creation. The program also features a special lecture by Seiichiro Yonekura, “Introduction to Innovation,” offering a historical perspective on Japan’s current position. Through a dynamic exchange between theory and practice, the forum examines how AI can be integrated into new business strategies.

Regional Forum

This session explores Japan’s future from the frontlines of social challenges. Bringing together players tackling issues such as welfare, poverty, and education, it seeks breakthroughs through open innovation. Through regional startup and corporate collaboration cases, it highlights how regions can shape Japan’s path forward—while also addressing education and next-generation talent development.

Global & Capital Markets Forum

This session redefines Japan’s potential from the perspectives of capital and global dynamics. Centered on corporate transformation and impact innovation in the post-SDGs era, it brings together corporations, VCs, and global players. Grounded in the realities of capital markets and international trends, the session explores strategies for Japanese companies to compete on the global stage.

OISummit Speaker

Speaker

  • Makoto Aou

    • LEO Co., Ltd. President & CEO /
    • Professor, Faculty of Entrepreneurship, Musashino University
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  • Tomoki Akatsu

    • TOUCH TO GO Co., Ltd.
    • President & CEO /
    • Senior Manager,
    • JR East Start UP Co., Ltd.
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  • Yoshinari Ito

    • MTG Ventures, Inc.
    • Representative Partner /
    • Regional, Talent, and Future, Inc. President & CEO
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  • Yoichi Ito

    • Musashino University
    • Dean, Faculty of Entrepreneurship
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  • Mitsuru IZUMO

    • Founder & President
    • Euglena Co., Ltd.
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  • Minoru Imano

    • GLOBIS CAPITAL PARTNERS Co., Ltd.
    • Managing Partner
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  • Takao Ozawa

    • Boost Capital Co., Ltd.
    • President & CEO
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  • Shu Kagawa

    • XSprout Inc. CEO /
    • eiicon Co., Ltd.
    • Executive Officer,
    • Head of Consulting Division
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  • Yoshimitsu KAJI

    • Chairman and CSDO,
    • Cinnamon Co., Ltd.
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  • Satoshi Kanatani

    • LX DESIGN Inc.
    • Founder / Co-CEO
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  • Kazuhiro Kamada

    • Spiral Innovation Partners, Inc.
    • General Partner
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  • Shuji Kawai

    • Seino Holdings Co., Ltd.
    • Executive Officer,
    • Open Innovation Planning Division General Manager,
    • Last One Mile Planning Team Operating officer,
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  • Fumiaki Koizumi

    • Mercari,Inc. Director /
    • President (Chairman) &
    • Kashima Antlers F.C. Co., Ltd. CEO
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  • Madoka Sawa

    • Ensow inc.
    • CEO
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  • Yutaka Shibata

    • JR East Start UP Co., Ltd.
    • CEO
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  • Shigeru Sekinada

    • A.T. Kearney K.K.
    • Region Chair, Asia Pacific /
    • Chairman, Japan /
    • Senior Partner
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  • Masaaki Taira

    • Member of the House of Representatives
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  • Kazuhiko Chuman

    • Mizuho Financial Group, Inc.
    • Executive Officer, Chief
    • Business Development
    • Officer(CBDO)
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  • Akihiko Nagata

    • UntroD Capital Japan, Inc.
    • CEO
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  • Ayuko Nakamura

    • eiicon Co., Ltd.
    • CEO
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  • Ichiya Nakamura ph.D

    • iU President
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  • Takashi Hiyane

    • Lexues Inc. President & CEO /
    • UmuSun Labo Co., Ltd. President & CEO
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  • Ayumi Fujimoto

    • Startup Ecosystem Association Japan
    • President
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  • Naoto Matsumoto

    • ABAKAM Inc.
    • President & CEO
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  • Seiichiro Yonekura

    • Professor Emeritus, Hitotsubashi University /
    • Dean, Hiroshima Business and Management School /
    • President, Social Innovation School
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  • Kotaro Yonezawa

    • eiicon Co., Ltd.
    • Senior Consultant
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  • *Listed in Japanese syllabary order

OISummit Speaker

Voice

    • Local Government
    • Senior Management Position

    Unlike typical trade shows, this event stood out as unique due to its distinctive format and operation centered around eiicon.

    • IT Communications
    • Business Manager

    The flow of people was excellent, creating many unexpected connections and resulting in very successful matches. I'd like to participate in the next event, so please let me know when it's scheduled.

    • Robotics/Hardware/IoT
    • Director

    This year, we were able to secure high-quality candidates for potential partnerships. We look forward to working with you again next time.

    • Local Government
    • Chief Inspector

    It was a valuable opportunity to learn about the business activities of many participating companies and exchange business cards. We will strive to further develop these new relationships going forward.

    • Major Logistics Company
    • Section Manager Position

    Thank you for inviting me to the conference. It was a valuable experience for learning about open innovation.

    • Major Financial Institution
    • Section chief Position

    Thank you for organizing and inviting us. This event provided an excellent opportunity to foster greater understanding within our company.

  • Local Government
  • Senior Management Position

Unlike typical trade shows, this event stood out as unique due to its distinctive format and operation centered around eiicon.

  • IT Communications
  • Business Manager

The flow of people was excellent, creating many unexpected connections and resulting in very successful matches. I'd like to participate in the next event, so please let me know when it's scheduled.

  • Robotics/Hardware/IoT
  • Director

This year, we were able to secure high-quality candidates for potential partnerships. We look forward to working with you again next time.

  • Local Government
  • Chief Inspector

It was a valuable opportunity to learn about the business activities of many participating companies and exchange business cards. We will strive to further develop these new relationships going forward.

  • Major Logistics Company
  • Section Manager Position

Thank you for inviting me to the conference. It was a valuable experience for learning about open innovation.

  • Major Financial Institution
  • Section chief Position

Thank you for organizing and inviting us. This event provided an excellent opportunity to foster greater understanding within our company.

OUTLINE

Date & Time

Method of Conduct

Online/Offline Hybrid Event

Venue

Akasaka Intercity Conference

〒107-0052 3F & 4F, Akasaka Intercity, 1-8-1 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo

With excellent access via the underground network connecting Tameike-Sanno Station and National Diet Building Station, you can reach us without getting wet even on rainy days.

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  • Light refreshments (coffee and snacks)
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Participation in all sessions and networking opportunities with companies, including access to side events and business meeting booths, are available. This is a discounted pass for AUBA members.

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  • Light refreshments (coffee and snacks)
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  • Light refreshments (coffee and snacks)
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