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Unveiling Leadership Through Personal Journeys

Riki Osumi, the representative director of the public interest incorporated association Hope & Wish, is set to speak at a highly anticipated seminar titled "The Answers We Sought Are Within the Paths We've Walked: Genuine Leadership Seminar Using the 100-Year Calendar". This event, organized by the Sokoriki Educational Research Institute, aims to provide a reflective platform for leaders and families, particularly those facing the challenges of serious illnesses.

The central theme of Osumi's message revolves around the notion that one's true role does not exist outside but is deeply rooted in the path one has walked. Throughout his 17 years of dedication to supporting children with serious illnesses and their families, Osumi has continually posed a fundamental question: "When individuals recognize their mission, they can truly live".

This conviction was birthed from years of experience within Hope & Wish and two decades in human resource development at Tokyo Disneyland. He emphasizes that both leaders and families grappling with illnesses face the same essential inquiry: “What is my purpose here?”.

During the seminar, attendees will explore the concept of self-understanding through real-life applications of the bestselling book, “The 100-Year Calendar: How to Live a Life with No Regrets” published by Discover Twenty One. Participants will be encouraged to take a step back and view their experiences and struggles as genuine questions that elevate their journey. This seminar is not a venue for received answers; instead, it invites individuals to delve within and discover their authentic questions.

Osumi's Personal Reflections

In Osumi's own words, "For 17 years, I have walked alongside children suffering from serious illnesses and their families. Through dialogues with tens of thousands and in-depth conversations with over 300 families, I became convinced of one truth.

His insights deepened dramatically after a life-altering experience during a business trip to Sendai, where he unexpectedly collapsed, leading to a three-month hospitalization and six months of rehabilitation. This time prompted him to reflect on his own existence, marking a pivotal moment at the age of 60.

As he noted, the swift advancement of technology—ranging from the internet and smartphones to social media and AI—has undeniably made life more convenient, yet this comfort often unwittingly strips away the inherent power and meaning unique to humanity.

In this atmosphere filled with technological advancement, both business leaders and families face the profound question that defines our existence: “Why am I here?” Osumi passionately argues that the answer lies not in the external world but within the paths we've already traveled. He stresses the importance of reframing our focus from seeking answers to asking the right questions, igniting the human potentiality—referred to as Sokoriki—that is present within us all. Through the lens of a 100-year timeline, he intends to guide participants to the moment where authentic inquiries arise from within.

Event Details

• - Event Name: The Answers We Sought Are Within the Paths We've Walked: Genuine Leadership Seminar Using the 100-Year Calendar
• - Date: July 10, 2026
• - Venue: Tokyo International Forum, Glass Building G507, Chiyoda, Tokyo
• - Entry Fee: Free (First 30 attendees)
• - Incentive for Participants: Each attendee will receive a copy of Osumi's book, “The 100-Year Calendar”
• - Registration Link
• - Organizer: Sokoriki Educational Research Institute

About Riki Osumi

Riki Osumi, the founder of Hope & Wish, was born in Hiroshima in 1965. After graduating from Meiji University in 1990, he spent two decades developing human resources at Oriental Land Co., Ltd., primarily in project management for Tokyo Disneyland. He established Hope & Wish in 2010 to aid children struggling with serious illnesses and their families. Over the years, he has committed himself to nurturing a culture where individuals recognize their innate potential, capturing essence through authentic dialogues. His accolades include the Stevie International Business Award in 2014 and a position as the talent development advisor for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

For further engagement with Osumi's reflections, he shares insights on his “Sokoriki Note”.

About Sokoriki Educational Research Institute

This institute was founded to facilitate human resource development and organizational vitality through training and consulting based on Disney methodologies. A portion of their profits is donated to the Hope & Wish association to support its benevolent initiatives.

About Hope & Wish

Established in 2010 and recognized as a public interest incorporated association by the Cabinet Office in 2012, Hope & Wish provides families battling serious illnesses with complimentary travel experiences. They advocate a mutual growth model among families, supporters, and donors, working towards a society where all individuals recognize their inherent potential for growth and encouragement.

For more information, visit the official website: Hope & Wish.