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Japan Water Stewardship Forum Announcement

On August 1, 2025, the Japan Water Stewardship Forum will take place, hosted by the Japan Water Stewardship (JWS), comprising companies committed to responsible water resource management. This significant event coincides with 'Water Day', aiming to raise awareness of the challenges businesses face regarding water risks and the importance of sustainable water management.

Event Overview

This forum will bring together key stakeholders, including corporate representatives, government officials, NGOs, and water stewardship experts. The objective is to enhance interest in water resource management and communicate the activities of JWS. Participants can expect a message from the Cabinet Secretariat's Water Cycle Policy Headquarters, collaborative case studies from municipalities like Kumamoto City and Nasushiobara City, and presentations from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) about their international activities in water resource management.

In addition, several founding members of JWS—such as Kurita Water Industries, Suntory Holdings, Coca-Cola Japan, Yachiyo Engineering, and MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings (in alphabetical order)—will participate in panel discussions. These discussions will cover the companies' specific initiatives toward water stewardship, regional collaborations, and the challenges and opportunities in the supply chain.

Significance of the Forum

With the sustainable use of water resources directly linked to corporate competitiveness and regional resilience, this forum is expected to serve as a catalyst for enhancing public awareness and practical efforts regarding water management. Interested individuals are highly encouraged to attend.

Event Details

• - Event Name: Japan Water Stewardship Forum
• - Date and Time: August 1, 2025 (Friday), from 1:30 PM (registration starts at 1:00 PM)
• - Venue: Bellesalle Kanda 2F Event Hall, 7 Minatocho, Kanda, Chiyoda City, Tokyo
• - Format: In-person event
• - Participation Fee: Free
• - Registration Link: Event Registration

Tentative Program and Speakers

Please note that the program and speakers may change without notice. Participants can enter and exit at any time during the event, but we kindly ask for consideration toward others.

Media Coverage Requests

For those wishing to cover this forum, please fill out the application form by July 30, 2025, at 5 PM. There will be seats reserved for media representatives.
Media Application Form: Apply Here

Featured Speaker

Hirohito Yoshida
Manager, Sustainability Services Department, Yachiyo Engineering Co., Ltd.
After joining the company, Mr. Yoshida worked in consulting services for public offices, such as the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. Currently, he oversees sustainability consulting services for private companies. He leads a team focusing on strategy formulation and risk assessment related to water resources, alongside his extensive experience in climate change, biodiversity, and resource circulation operations.
Qualifications: Professional Engineer (Applied Science, Construction, Comprehensive Technical Management), AWS Professional Specialist, MBA
Other Positions: Director, Japanese Society of Groundwater

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