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Japanese Security Awards 2025 Summit & Award

The Japanese Digital Transformation Promotion Association is thrilled to announce the confirmed speakers for the 2025 Japanese Security Awards Summit & Award, scheduled to take place on November 13, 2025, at Shidax Culture Hall in Shibuya and also available online in a hybrid format, starting from 1:00 PM.

This annual event aims to enhance the overall security standards across the industry by sharing the latest security case studies and facilitating exchanges among key figures from academia, government, and industry.

Event Details

To learn more about the event, visit the official website.

Speakers

Among the prominent speakers is Yuichi Morito, the Executive Director of the association, who will deliver a keynote speech. The panel discussions will include leading figures in digital transformation from various municipalities. Notable speakers include:

• - Junzo Naito from Okikamijima, Hiroshima
• - Kohei Ohta from Yokosuka, Kanagawa
• - Yutaka Yoshizaki from Maizuru City.

Additionally, representatives from leading companies and institutions such as Ohta Yushi, Lifenet Insurance, Persol Holdings, Kagawa University, and Tokyo Denki University are set to participate, ensuring a robust array of insights through solution pitches and other sessions.

Why This Summit Matters

The summit's theme emphasizes the premise that "security is not simply an IT issue but a fundamental business strategy that nurtures trust and continuity of operations." In an era where cyber threats are continuously evolving, organizations must adapt, and this summit serves as a platform for discussing how proactive security measures can become a competitive advantage.

Three key takeaways for participants include:
1. Practical Knowledge: Attendees will glean actionable insights from real-world cases that transcend budgetary and procedural barriers, providing hints for addressing their own organizational challenges.
2. Networking Opportunities: This event presents a rare chance to connect with influential figures in the industry, helping build valuable relationships (specifically for on-site participants).
3. Discovery of Solutions: Through various pitches, attendees will discover innovative services and tools to bolster their security practices.

Agenda Highlights

The confirmed agenda includes several key sessions:

• - 1:05 PM - 1:35 PM: Keynote by Yuichi Morito—"Building Initial Response Structures that Make a Difference in Incident Management"
• - 1:35 PM - 2:25 PM: Panel Discussion 1—"Overcoming Walls: Challenges Beyond Budget and Knowledge"
• - 2:35 PM - 3:25 PM: Panel Discussion 2—"Leveraging Security as a Strategic Asset in Business Management"
• - 3:35 PM - 4:15 PM: Panel Discussion 3—"Cultivating the Future of Cybersecurity Talent"
• - 4:20 PM - 5:00 PM: Solution Pitch—"Discovering the Next Step in Security"—featuring numerous innovative companies in the field.
• - 5:10 PM - 6:00 PM: The 2025 Japanese Security Awards Ceremony.
• - 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Networking session (by invitation only).

Summit Overview

The Japanese Security Awards 2025 Summit & Award is a free-to-attend event targeting corporate management, security professionals, researchers, and students.

Date & Time: November 13, 2025, from 1 PM to 7 PM
Format: Hybrid (On-site and Online)
Venue: Shidax Culture Hall, 1-12-10 Jinman, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0041
Organizer: Japanese Digital Transformation Promotion Association, Security Department
Registration: Free registration available through the event's special website.

About the Organizer

• - Organization: Japanese Digital Transformation Promotion Association
• - Headquarters: 1-5-6 Kudan South, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0074
• - Established: June 2010 (Incorporated in October 2010)
• - Website: jdxa.org
• - Mission: Promoting DX education, organizational support, event organization, and policy advocacy.