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Unveiling the Future of Content at the 2025 Seminar

On September 4, 2025, the Digital Content Association of Japan (DCAJ) will host an online seminar titled "2025 Content Industry Status: The Forefront of Expo & Creator Economy". This event promises to provide valuable insights into the flourishing landscape of the content industry.

Overview of the Seminar

The seminar is split into two informative segments. During the first part, experts will discuss the content industry’s market size for 2024, which has reached unprecedented growth since DCAJ began its research in 2001. The insights will reflect on various market dynamics affecting this sector in Japan.

Part 1: Market Insights

Presentation by: Yoshie Fukushima
Yoshie Fukushima, the Chief Researcher at DCAJ, will unveil the latest statistics concerning Japan's content industry. As we look back on the accomplishments of 2024, she will explore how the industry has adapted and thrived amidst a changing market landscape, highlighted by innovative content strategies that have ensured growth and resilience.

Understanding the Current Landscape

The second part of the seminar will feature an engaging panel discussion titled "2025 Content Industry Status: The Forefront of Expo & Creator Economy." This segment will provide attendees with a broad perspective on the shifts within the industry, especially in relation to the 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo.

Part 2: Expo and Creator Economy

Speaker: Katsu Ishikawa
As the venue operation producer for the Osaka-Kansai Expo, Katsu Ishikawa will share insights into the innovative approaches being adopted for the upcoming event. He will discuss how the Expo integrates both digital and physical experiences, enhancing visitor engagement through groundbreaking content methodologies. Ishikawa will also provide a retrospective look at the last five years of planning leading up to the Expo, including the societal transformations influencing this grand event.

Speaker: Takashi Shinmura
Takashi Shinmura from PT. MU Research and Consulting Indonesia will present his research on the burgeoning "creator economy," which is dramatically reshaping market dynamics. His insights will focus on the significance and future potential of this emerging economic sphere, alongside the challenges and opportunities it presents for creators worldwide.

Panel Moderator: Takashi Uchiyama

The discussion will be moderated by Takashi Uchiyama, a professor at Aoyama Gakuin University and an expert in the business strategies of visual content industries. His extensive experience in governance and economic policies will facilitate a thought-provoking dialogue among the panelists.

Event Details

• - Date and Time: September 4, 2025, from 16:00 to 17:30
• - Platform: Zoom Webinar
• - Cost: Free
• - Registration: Interested participants can register through this link.

Conclusion

This seminar represents a vital opportunity for industry professionals, creators, and enthusiasts to explore the latest data and expert insights on the content industry’s trajectory as we approach 2025. Join us to gain a deeper understanding of the synergy between the Osaka Expo and the evolving creator economy. We look forward to your participation!

Note:

Recording of the seminar is strictly prohibited to protect copyright interests. For inquiries, please reach out to the DCAJ Research Department at [email protected].