Overview of the Seminar
On February 12, 2026, the Japan Planning Institute (JPI) will host an essential seminar featuring Seita Shimizu, CDO of Tokyo Gas Co., Ltd. This event will focus on the Tokyo Gas Group's digital transformation (DX) strategy, specifically highlighting the company’s solution business brand, "IGNITURE," and its journey towards becoming an AI-native organization. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about innovative business strategies that aim to create value in the evolving energy sector.
Seminar Details
- - Date and Time: February 12, 2026, from 13:30 to 15:30 (UTC+9)
- - Event Format: Participants can choose from in-person attendance, live streaming, or access to an archived version of the seminar for two weeks post-event.
- - Registration Fee: 37,920 JPY per person (tax included) and reduced fee of 32,920 JPY for additional attendees from the same organization. Local government employees can register at a discounted rate of 11,000 JPY (in-person or live streamed only).
Key Topics Covered
1. Transformation of Tokyo Gas Group
In this segment, participants will gain insights into Tokyo Gas’s historical journey, vision, and the salient points of its mid-term management plan for 2026-2028. The discussion will also elaborate on the overarching DX policy and where the company currently stands in its transformation journey.
2. Business Transformation and Value Creation Initiatives
This part will include specific examples of transformation initiatives undertaken by Tokyo Gas, focusing on the deployment and expansion of the IGNITURE solutions and the importance of open innovation in fostering partnerships and new ideas.
3. Promotion of AI and Data Utilization
Attendees will learn about the framework for promoting the use of AI and data within the organization, underpinning the advancement of digital solutions that enhance operational efficiency.
4. Establishing a Base for Company-wide DX Promotion
This segment highlights efforts to widen the scope of DX personnel within the group and develop a robust, organization-wide framework that nurtures a culture of digital innovation.
5. Q&A Session
This interactive segment allows participants to pose questions to Seita Shimizu, diving deeper into the intricacies of the presented material.
6. Networking Opportunities
The seminar concludes with an informal networking session where attendees can exchange business cards and engage with the speaker and fellow participants, facilitating potential partnerships and collaboration.
Further Engagement
After the seminar, attendees are encouraged to reach out with any queries or topics for further discussion, fostering a community of learning and exploration among participants.
In conclusion, this seminar will provide invaluable insights into Tokyo Gas's cutting-edge approach to digital transformation. Spaces are limited, so be sure to register early. For detailed information and registration, please visit
JPI Seminar Registration.
Should you have any inquiries, feel free to contact the Japan Planning Institute at their headquarters in Minato-ku, Tokyo, where they have been bridging knowledge across public and private sectors for over half a century.