Kyoto Career Pathway: Post-Event Report

Kyoto Career Pathway: Post-Event Report

We are pleased to present the post-event report for Kyoto Career Pathway. On March 19, 2025, we held an immersive event in Kyoto featuring insightful workshops, inspiring guest talks by leading entrepreneurs, and an engaging networking session.

Photo Highlights

Discussion among participants
Participants in the event
Pre-Party at the event
Two speakers
Threespeakers
friends

Featured Guest Speakers

Kaz Oki

Kaz Oki, CEO of mui Lab, advocating Calm Technology™ & Design to create a future where technology harmonizes with people and nature.

Yoshie Kitagawa

Yoshie Kitagawa, CEO of KIEN (kimono dress), reimagining traditional kimonos as modern garments. Recognized among the Forbes Culturepreneur 30.

Ryoei Kobayashi

Ryoei Kobayashi, CEO of ideal Connect, developing a travel-based matchmaking app. Serves as a student entrepreneur at Kyoto University.

Daichi Tajiri

Daichi Tajiri, Founder of Relier81, bridging Kyoto’s traditional culture with modern business, recognized among the Forbes Culturepreneur 30.

Daisuke Teramoto

Daisuke Teramoto, CEO of Ideable Works, established 'HACKK TAG,' a gallery platform merging real and digital experiences.

Yuzu Minase

Yuzu Minase, CEO of Yuzu Plus, harnessing the metaverse to address social challenges—launched 'buikyan,' the world’s first VR support program for truant students.

Event Details

  • Date: March 19, 2025
  • Venue: Okazaki-an, 91-65 Okazaki Enshoji-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto
  • Participation Fee: Free

Feedback

  • It was incredibly inspiring to engage with so many diverse professionals. I left feeling motivated to expand my knowledge and embrace new challenges.
  • The event sparked my interest in pursuing a career in Kyoto.
  • Discussing ideas with peers helped clarify my future career path in Kyoto.
  • The experience encouraged me to adopt a long-term entrepreneurial mindset.
  • The specificity of the entrepreneurial plans shared was truly impressive.
  • I appreciated the opportunity to network and learn from successful entrepreneurs.

In Closing

Thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to our vibrant discussions. We hope the insights and inspiration from Kyoto Career Pathway will illuminate your future career paths. NextGens is committed to empowering the next generation on a global stage, and we look forward to hosting more events that blend learning with excitement.