Creww's Role in the 2025 Osaka Kansai Expo
Creww Inc., headed by CEO Sorato Ijichi, has taken a significant step in promoting international collaboration by becoming the official partner for the Nordic Pavilion's event dubbed "Showcasing Nordic and Japanese Innovations for the Future". This event is scheduled to take place on May 16, 2025, at the JAMBASE CONFERENCE in Osaka. It aims to bring together representatives from Nordic companies and universities with Japanese businesses and local authorities to foster collaboration and innovation.
The event promises to highlight cutting-edge technologies, specifically in the areas of high-speed data communication, 5G and 6G networks, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Extended Reality (XR). Over the years, Nordic countries have gained remarkable expertise in these domains, and the event will serve as a unique platform to share insights and innovations with Japanese start-ups and enterprises keen to explore potential collaborations.
The main agenda will not only revolve around showcasing innovative technologies but will also include discussions about how these innovations can be integrated into various industries within Japan. These collaborative efforts represent an opportunity to bridge gaps and create opportunities for knowledge exchange between Nordic and Japanese firms.
Event Details
- - Date: May 16, 2025
- - Time: 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
- - Venue: JAMBASE CONFERENCE 4-1 & 4-2, Gran Green Osaka
- - Target Audience: 5G/6G and XR enthusiasts, AI technology practitioners, and any business or governmental entities interested in exploring collaboration with Nordic partners.
This event is co-organized by the U-FINO (Umeikata Future Innovation Organization) and Mökki Solutions Oy Ab, meaning that it represents a collaborative effort between Japan and Nordic countries toward open innovation and international cooperation. Interested participants can register via the event's official page:
nordic-ufino.peatix.com. For more updated information on the timetable and speakers, please reference the event page.
U-FINO: Driving Urban Development through Innovation
The Umeikata Future Innovation Organization (U-FINO) has been at the forefront of the Gran Green Osaka project, focusing on developing integrated urban spaces that combine greenery and innovation. The U-FINO was established in September 2022 by combining efforts among Osaka Prefecture, Osaka City, the Kansai Economic Federation, and the Osaka Chamber of Commerce. The initiative strives to connect researchers and businesses equipped with new technologies, thereby catalyzing project creation and fostering a dynamic environment for startups and industry leaders alike.
For more information, visit U-FINO's official page:
u-fino.com.
About Creww Inc.
Founded on August 13, 2012, Creww operates from Shibuya, Tokyo, and has quickly risen to prominence as Japan's leading open innovation platform. With a capital of approximately ¥1.08 billion, Creww aims to facilitate the aspirations of startups, entrepreneurs, and large corporations through an extensive range of services tailored to their unique needs. To date, the organization has successfully conducted over 500 open innovation programs in conjunction with local governments and corporations, resulting in collaboration on roughly 1,500 projects. Currently, Creww has registered around 8,500 startups in its open innovation platform.
Moreover, Creww is not only focused on enhancing the startup ecosystem within Japan but is also expanding its influence across Asia to foster global open innovation, notably with regions such as South Korea and Taiwan.
With an eye on the future, Creww's participation in the Osaka Kansai Expo stands as a significant step towards building bridges between cultures and industries, promoting technological advancements and enabling a brighter outlook for innovation in the region.