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Seminar Overview

On May 28, 2026, a free-of-charge seminar titled "Exploring New Business Strategies Through Collaboration Across Economic Zones" will take place. This event, organized by East Japan Railway Company (JR East), NEC Corporation, JRE East Japan Planning, and PwC Consulting, aims to dive deep into the potential of co-creation in generating new business opportunities. Attendees will gain insights from real-world examples provided by experts in the fields of open innovation.

Event Highlights

The seminar presents an invaluable opportunity for participants to learn about the cutting-edge practices in open innovation directly from those involved in major corporations. Keynote speakers will include Hiroshi Sekine, a community manager for NEC's BluStellar Communities, who will share insights on the application of web3 technologies in fostering collaborative business environments. Additionally, participants can look forward to a panel discussion featuring Takafumi Fujii from JR East, Nobu Seki from JRE East Japan Planning, and Toshitaka Mori from PwC, who will discuss challenges and success factors in bringing new business ideas to fruition.

Who Should Attend?

This seminar is particularly beneficial for:

• - Individuals considering corporate partnerships or co-creation projects.
• - Companies exploring innovative initiatives within their operations.
• - Those eager to embark on open innovation challenges with large corporations.
• - Members interested in upcoming activities of the NEC web3 community, including proof-of-concept projects.

Schedule

The event opens at 16:40, with the following agenda:

• - 17:00 - Opening Remarks
• - 17:05 - Presentation by JR East
• - 17:25 - Presentation by NEC
• - 17:50 - Break
• - 18:00 - Panel Discussion
• - 18:30 - Q&A Session
• - 18:40 - Closing Remarks

Venue and Accessibility

The seminar will take place at NEC’s headquarters in Minato-ku, Tokyo, with an option for online attendance. Online participants will receive a URL for access post-registration. Attendees arriving in person can find the NEC headquarters at 5-7-1 Shiba, Minato, Tokyo, approximately a 10-minute walk from Tamachi Station on the JR Line and an 8-minute walk from Mita Station on the Tokyo Metro.

Registration Details

Enrollment for the seminar is free but requires prior registration. To secure a spot, participants must apply by 18:00 on May 27, 2026. As the event has a capacity of 30 participants, and participation may be limited based on industry affiliations, early registration is recommended. Upon arrival, please present two business cards at the reception.

Summary

This seminar offers an excellent platform to explore business synergies between JR East and NEC while connecting with experts and like-minded individuals. For further information and to register, please visit the NEC web3 community site or directly reach out to the Biometrics and Vision AI Division of NEC.

For inquiries, please contact: [email protected]