Timetable

This session explores how society as a whole can support the increasingly diverse and fragmented challenges of parenting and education, from infancy through elementary and junior high school. Topics include access to nursing rooms, daycare availability, and educational needs. The session will highlight efforts by startups developing map-based apps, childcare infrastructure, and childcare-related digital transformation (DX), along with initiatives by local governments. Together, we will discuss how communities can build supportive environments and foster a culture of collective care.

Introduces a collaborative case study aimed at "expanding awareness of measurement culture" as part of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's "Dialogue-Based Startup Collaboration Project." Through the construction of a website utilizing metaverse and WEB3D technologies that allow interactive experiences with Edo-period measuring instruments, we explore the practicality of these technologies and their potential for sustainable cultural preservation. We present new possibilities for administrative DX and improved citizen services emerging from the innovative cultural communication and educational methods born from the collaboration between the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Inspection Institute of Weights and Measures and VLEAP.

This session explores how Japan, a country frequently affected by earthquakes and floods, can evolve its systems for protecting lives through the power of technology. Drawing on real-world examples of co-creative disaster prevention initiatives, the discussion will examine the use of real-time information, infrastructure development in collaboration with local communities, and the division of roles between the public and private sectors. The session will also highlight new roles for startups, the importance of designing cities to withstand future disasters, and the need to foster public awareness and engagement in disaster preparedness as a foundation for building a more resilient society.

In Tokyo, we aim to realize a convenient and comfortable city, "Smart Tokyo," by utilizing advanced technologies. As part of this initiative, we introduce implementation examples of the collaboration project "Smart Service Implementation Promotion Project (Be Smart Tokyo)" with startups full of originality and agility. Let's aim together for a future Tokyo where Quality of Life (QOL) is improved through the introduction of advanced technologies!

The three prefectures of Hokuriku (Toyama, Ishikawa, and Fukui), known for their research capabilities in the top national life sciences and technology sectors, form industrial regions in diverse manufacturing industries such as precision instruments, information technology, pharmaceuticals, and textiles, and will promote local initiatives. Additionally, seven startups from Hokuriku will conduct business pitches aimed at a national and global audience. The pitches from these seven promising companies are a must-see.

Geocreates was selected for the Tokyo Fire Department's "Open Recruitment Project for the Implementation of Digital Technology" in December 2023. By taking a picture of a room with a smartphone, AI will point out fire and disaster risks. In order to improve fire and disaster prevention awareness among Tokyo residents, the Tokyo Fire Department has been promoting "Home Fire and Disaster Prevention Diagnosis," in which firefighters visit the homes of elderly people and people with disabilities (hereinafter referred to as "peaple requiring special consideration")to provide advice on the risk of fires,disasters and domestic accidents. However, due to the increase in the population of people requiring special consideration, and the increase in the number of fraud and awareness of home security, it has become difficult for firefighters to enter their houses. By developing this application,family members,a welfare workers who daily people requiring special consideration, and the people requiring special consideration themselves can easily check the risk of fires,disasters and accidents in their homes on their smartphones and tablets.

Young female local government officers from across Japan will take the stage to share their perspectives on what makes a city appealing. From tourism and traditional industries to family-friendly policies and digital innovation, the session will highlight real-life, ground-level efforts to build urban brands that attract residents and visitors alike.