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Seminar on Quantum Computing

JPI (Japan Planning Institute) is set to host an enlightening seminar titled "Exploring the Current Status, Challenges of Business Implementation, and Future Prospects of Quantum Computing" on January 27, 2026. The event will feature Shiro Kawabata, a professor from the Quantum Computing Laboratory at Hosei University, who will delve into the complexities and opportunities within this revolutionary field.

As news surrounding quantum computing increasingly fills the headlines, its potential to transform various industries such as chemistry, materials science, finance, artificial intelligence, engineering, and drug discovery cannot be underestimated. This seminar aims to provide a clear and accessible understanding of the fundamental principles, algorithms, software applications, hardware technologies, and business implications related to quantum computing.

Seminar Details

• - Date & Time: January 27, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
• - Location: Virtual & in-person options available.
• - Instructor: Shiro Kawabata, Professor at Hosei University’s Faculty of Science and Engineering.
• - Registration Fee: 50,000 JPY per participant; 45,000 JPY for companies registering multiple participants.

The seminar will address key topics relevant to both novices and professionals:

1. Current Landscape
- Significant developments such as QuEra's neutral atom quantum computer achieving 48 logical qubits.
- Google's successful implementation of quantum error correction.
- IBM's quantum cloud initiative called the Sterling project.

2. Introduction to Quantum Computing
- What is a quantum computer?
- Understanding qubits and quantum logic circuits.
- Exploration of quantum errors and error correction techniques.

3. Use Cases for Quantum Computing
- Various quantum algorithms and their applications in sectors like chemistry, engineering, and finance.
- Real-world examples of businesses leveraging quantum computers.

4. Quantum Computing Hardware
- Overview of superconducting, silicon, neutral atom, and optical quantum computers.
- Discussion on quantum cloud services and software.
- Basics of quantum programming.

5. Challenges and Business Outlook
- Technical challenges to achieving fault-tolerant quantum computation (FTQC).
- Future technologies that demand attention within the quantum realm.
- Insights into the local quantum supply chain and component technology.

6. Q&A Session - Engage with the instructor and fellow attendees.

7. Networking Opportunity - Exchange business cards and connect with other participants to foster potential collaborations.

Upon completion, attendees will still have the opportunity to pose questions to the lecturer and further their knowledge in the field. JPI emphasizes the formation of networks between attendees and faculty, paving the way for innovative business ideas and partnerships.

Post-event Access: Archival viewing will be available for two weeks following the seminar, allowing registrants to catch any sessions they may have missed or wish to revisit.

For detailed information and to register for the seminar, please visit: JPI Seminar Registration.

Contact Information:
Japan Planning Institute (JPI)
5-2-32 Minamiazabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan 106-0047
Tel: 03-5793-9761, Fax: 03-5793-9767
Website: https://www.jpi.co.jp

About JPI

For over fifty years, JPI has functioned as a pivotal conduit between government, public sectors, and private enterprises, aiming to foster national policy development and innovation through specialized seminars designed distinctly for senior executives and decision-makers.