Unlocking Futures: A Seminar for High School Students on Career Paths

Are you a high school student wondering about your future career options? Join the 20th installment of the free online seminar series, "Consider Your Future," hosted by Nagase Co., Ltd., a leader in educational services in Japan. This month, we welcome Mr. Ryota Komiyama, an IT engineer and team manager at Pixiv Inc., who will share insights from his professional journey and guidance for students navigating the complexities of career planning in the digital age.

What is "Consider Your Future?"

"Consider Your Future" is an innovative online seminar designed to help high school students and their parents discover modern job opportunities and broaden their horizons. Each month, we invite professionals from various fields who are creating new values in today's society to speak via Zoom. Participants can expect engaging lectures and interactions lasting from 60 to 90 minutes.

Past speakers have included data scientists, white hat hackers, and machine learning engineers, among others. The objective is to inspire students to think critically about their future and consider their aspirations, regardless of their current stages in education.

June 27, 2025 - Special Features

On June 27, 2025, the seminar will feature Mr. Komiyama, who leads the Section Team at Pixiv and specializes in managing teams of engineers. He will discuss the new path to careers in tech, focusing on an "agile" approach to living that parallels the agile development methodology prevalent in software engineering. He aims to inspire students to embrace challenges without fear of failure, offering practical insights on navigating their own educational and career paths.

Mr. Komiyama's Professional Journey

Born in 1992, Mr. Komiyama graduated from Shibuya Education Academy and completed his studies at the University of Tokyo, specializing in Electronic Information Engineering. He transitioned into the workforce at Pixiv, where he not only contributes as an engineer but also promotes community engagement and development through innovative projects.

Mr. Komiyama emphasizes that finding one’s true passion is not obligatory but rather a gradual process of exploration. He believes in the importance of taking small steps, experimenting, and learning from past experiences to ultimately carve out a fulfilling future. In his talk, he will draw parallels between adapting to life's unpredictable nature and agile methods in software development.

Why Attend?

This seminar is especially relevant for high school students who find themselves questioning, "What do I want to be in the future?" or "Why am I studying this subject?" It's an opportunity to engage with inspiring professionals who once stood in similar shoes, offering perspectives that resonate on personal and professional levels.

Students will have the chance to participate in a Q&A session following the lecture. The environment is supportive and designed to encourage students to articulate their concerns and aspirations.

Registration Information

Attendance is free, but prior registration is required. To sign up and find more information on the seminar, visit the official Nagase website: Toshin.com. Don't miss out on this opportunity to unlock your future!

Voices from Past Participants

Feedback from previous attendees highlights the seminar's impact:

- "Hearing the speakers motivate me to try new things without fear of failure." (High school student, Gunma Prefecture)
- "I learned that even successful people face uncertainties about their future." (High school student, Kanagawa Prefecture)
- "This seminar opened my eyes to opportunities I never knew existed." (1st-year student in Saitama Prefecture)

About Nagase Co., Ltd.

Founded in 1976, Nagase Co., Ltd. is Japan's largest educational network, dedicated to creating self-reliant individuals who contribute to society. Their myriad of programs, including the prestigious Toshin High School and digital learning platforms, ensures comprehensive educational experiences for students at all levels.

Join us on this exciting journey towards your future!