Circular Economy: Transforming Japan's Manufacturing Sector for the Future

On September 9, 2025, a pivotal seminar titled "Circular Economy: Transforming Japan's Manufacturing Sector" will be held. Directed by Mitsu Hirano, a leading researcher at the Tokyo Foundation, this event will focus on the imperative need for circular economy practices in response to urgent global issues like climate change and resource depletion.

Background of the Seminar

The concept of a circular economy is gaining traction globally as countries aim to establish resilient economies that are less dependent on finite resources. Unlike traditional economies that operate on a 'take-make-dispose' model, a circular economy emphasizes sustainability by recycling and reusing materials. This transition represents not just a necessity, but an opportunity for businesses willing to adapt.

What Attendees Will Learn

Participants will delve into the following critical points during the seminar:
1. The pressing need for implementing a circular economy framework.
2. Examination of the circular economy efforts in Europe.
3. Insights into circular economy strategies in China.
4. Analysis of the United States' approach to circular economy.
5. Current trends and implementations in Japan's circular economy initiatives.
6. Identification of challenges that Japan faces in adopting circular economy practices, including regulatory and key stakeholder issues.
7. Strategies for Japan to harness growth opportunities through circular economy, including the establishment of Japan's mega-recyclers.
8. An engaging Q&A session followed by networking opportunities.

Event Details

- Date and Time: September 9, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM JST.
- Location: SSK Seminar Room, 4F Zaimax Nishi-Shinbashi Building, 2-6-2 Nishi-Shinbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan.
- Participation Modes: Attendees can join in person or via live-stream (Zoom Webinar). There will also be an archived session available for two weeks for participants to view at their convenience.

About the Host: The New Social System Institute (SSK)

Founded on December 6, 1996, SSK has organized around 500 seminars annually for over 28 years, aiming to provide timely, high-level business insights under fluctuating economic conditions. The organization empowers clients to identify business opportunities by sharing knowledge on management strategies, marketing trends, and technological advancements.

SSK's commitment to being a strategic partner is reflected in their continuous effort to disseminate cutting-edge information and deliver a range of services such as seminar planning, speaker dispatch, B2B advertising, and market research reports. This seminar represents another initiative by SSK to contribute to the development and expansion of businesses in Japan through insight and collaboration.

For inquiries, please contact:
The New Social System Institute (SSK)
4F Zaimax Nishi-Shinbashi Building, 2-6-2 Nishi-Shinbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 03-5532-8850
URL: SSK

Join us in this essential seminar to understand how circular economy principles can redefine the manufacturing landscape in Japan, opening doors to sustainable growth and innovation.