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KDDI's Strategic Vision for Utilizing Starlink

KDDI Corporation will hold a seminar titled "KDDI's Strategy for Utilizing Starlink" on July 14, 2025, aimed at showcasing their innovative approach to integrating SpaceX's Starlink technology into communication infrastructure. The seminar will take place from 1 PM to 3 PM in Tokyo and will be led by Takemori Nishibayashi, the group leader from KDDI's Communication Business Group within the Business Creation Headquarters.

Seminar Overview

To adapt to the ever-evolving communication landscape, KDDI has continuously supported Japan's satellite communication infrastructure for over 50 years. With the partnership formed in 2021 with SpaceX, they initiated a next-generation communication project utilizing Starlink. This development opens up new possibilities for mobile networks, especially in traditionally underserved areas like mountainous regions, remote islands, and offshore locations.

One of the highlights of KDDI’s recent innovations includes the launch of "au Starlink Direct" in April 2025, enabling smartphones to connect directly with satellites. This transformative technology signals a monumental shift in communication paradigms.

The seminar promises to detail the latest trends and use cases of Starlink while elucidating KDDI’s vision for a connected future.

Key Topics to be Covered

1. KDDI and Space Communication - 50 Years of Challenges
Discover KDDI’s evolution in supporting satellite communications in Japan throughout the decades. This segment will delve into their historical milestones and how they have adapted to technology shifts over time.

2. Who is SpaceX? - The Space Venture Reshaping Communication's Future
Explore the business strategies and vision of SpaceX, a leader in the global satellite communications sector.

3. The Impact of Starlink - The New Norm of Satellite-Internet Integration
Learn about the global high-speed communication networks made possible through low Earth orbit satellites.

4. KDDI x Starlink - Expanding Connectivity and Value
Examine the real-world applications of Starlink in connecting remote areas like mountains, islands, and seas.

5. The Day Smartphones Connect to Satellites - The Challenge of au Starlink Direct
Understand how Starlink aims to eliminate communication dead zones, establishing a game-changing model for connectivity.

6. Q&A Session / Networking
Engage with the speaker and fellow attendees for an interactive session and networking opportunity.

How to Attend

Participants can choose to attend the seminar physically at the SSK Seminar Room located in Tokyo or join via live streaming through a Zoom webinar. Additionally, there will be an archive available for two weeks for those who wish to view the seminar at their convenience.

Location

• - Physical Address: 4F, Zaimax Nishi-Shimbashi Building, 2-6-2 Nishi-Shimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo

For inquiries, contact:

• - Email: [email protected]
• - Phone: +81 3-5532-8850
• - Fax: +81 3-5532-8851
• - Website: SSK

About SSK

Established in December 1996, the Shinsociety System Research Institute (SSK) has been providing high-level business seminars tailored for corporate clients, averaging around 500 seminars yearly. They aim to deliver rapid insights into business strategies, marketing information, and technology developments, contributing to business opportunities amidst a diversifying marketplace. SSK is committed to maintaining its role as a strategic partner, continuously disseminating cutting-edge information to support customer success and expansion.