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Next Funeral Lab (NFL) Vol. 2: A Step Towards Aggressive Management in the Funeral Industry

The second edition of the Next Funeral Lab (NFL), organized by LDT, will take place on November 7, 2025. This event aims to foster learning and networking among professionals in the funeral sector, particularly focusing on innovative management strategies. Led by CEO Kazuya Shiraishi, the NFL will be hosted at IDOL, located in Minato, Tokyo, offering a valuable platform for industry stakeholders.

Event Overview

Name: Next Funeral Lab (NFL) Vol. 2
Date: November 7, 2025
Venue: IDOL, Minato, Tokyo
Registration Fee: ¥30,000 (including networking event)

Agenda

• - 16:30 - Registration
• - 17:00 - Seminar by Satoshi Koizumi, CEO of Ending Research Institute: "Numbers Speak! Understanding Financial Statements to Envision the Future of Funeral Homes"
• - 17:45 - Talk Session with Satoshi Koizumi and Kazuya Shiraishi: "Why Did That Company Grow? Insights Hidden in Financial Statements for Business Expansion"
• - 18:15 - End of Seminar
• - 18:30 - Networking Session Begins
• - 20:00 - Networking Session Ends

Learning Focus

During this event, attendees will deepen their understanding of financial documents and their relevance in defining future strategies in the funeral sector. Koizumi will expound on interpreting financial statements as a communication tool for visualizing future growth and will delve into M&A types, illustrated with real-world examples. The ensuing discussion with Shiraishi is poised to uncover key insights behind successful business scalabilities, enhancing understanding of growth strategies.

Previous NFL Highlights

The inaugural NFL took place on April 23, 2025, at Marunouchi Terrace in Chiyoda, Tokyo, gathering approximately 40 participants from funeral companies and associated businesses. Topics ranged from M&A and business succession to industry restructuring amidst societal shifts, such as multi-death occurrences and labor shortages. Feedback indicated that participants found the blend of specialized viewpoints and general insights immensely beneficial. The event facilitated meaningful networking, with attendees exchanging business cards, discussing case studies, and collaborative problem-solving.

Continuing the Tradition

NFL is developed to support the next generation of funeral industry practices and business strategies while preserving Japanese funeral culture. It strives to continuously deliver services that resonate with family needs and improve the overall service experience.

LDT Company Overview

Company Name: LDT, Inc.
CEO: Kazuya Shiraishi
Established: September 20, 2019
Head Office: Shibuya, Tokyo
Branches: Fukuoka and Saga
Services Offered: AgeTech platform development, funeral client management systems, and more.

To register for the event, please visit LDT's official website or contact us directly at 03-5843-8505.