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FORVAL at Regional x Tech Kansai 2025

In an era where local communities are seeking innovative solutions to address their unique challenges, FORVAL has stepped up to showcase its vision at the Regional x Tech Kansai 2025 event. Happening on October 29-30, 2025, at Miyakomesse, Kyoto, this event is regarded as one of Japan’s premier exhibitions focused on local tech innovations and digital transformation (DX).

The main theme at the FORVAL booth revolved around their ambitious F-Japan initiative, which aims to accelerate regional growth through a collaborative model involving various sectors—public, private, educational, and financial. This multifaceted approach emphasizes sustainable development tailored to local needs, thereby demonstrating how technology can play a pivotal role in regional revitalization.

Event Overview

• - Event Name: 4th Regional x Tech Kansai
• - Date: October 29-30, 2025
• - Venue: Miyakomesse, Kyoto
• - Organizer: Awai Co., Ltd.
• - Theme: Technology exhibition supporting local government and regional revitalization
• - Target Audience: Local government officials, public sector representatives, local council members, and businesses

During the event, FORVAL’s booth featured discussions around the F-Japan initiative, designed to foster a framework for integrated solutions by uniting local governments, businesses, educational institutions, and financial organizations. One of the primary focuses was on remote support services aimed at assisting the elderly, which highlights the company’s commitment to enhancing living conditions through digital solutions.

Seminar Insights

A seminar titled “Driving Local Revitalization through DX” featured Naoki Yanagida, the Director of the F-Japan Promotion Office, who articulated the significance of local economic revitalization and its essential role in fostering sustainable growth in rural areas. Yanagida outlined the strategic initiatives underpinning the F-Japan model, emphasizing the importance of leveraging local resources and capabilities instead of relying on external inputs.

He pointed out that revitalizing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) is crucial. The vitality of these businesses can create a ripple effect, promoting overall regional economic progress and eventually enhancing the development of the local government as a whole. Yanagida stressed the importance of a coordinated effort across three key domains—government operations, resident services, and industrial collaboration—to maximize the impact of digital transformation.

Additionally, he introduced FORVAL’s DX assessment tools, which utilize a bespoke scoring system alongside interviews to visualize current conditions in local governments. By identifying priority areas and offering targeted improvement strategies, FORVAL aims to guide municipalities in enhancing their digital capabilities. Regular assessments of progress and the effectiveness of implemented strategies are also fundamental to this process.

To underline the collaborative spirit of regional growth, Yanagida highlighted the importance of partnerships among administrative bodies, financial institutions, and educational organizations. This ensures that as digital talents are nurtured, they contribute to local enterprises, thereby generating employment and income cycles within the community. Such a structure not only bolsters the local economy but also strives towards a vision of an inclusive society where no one is left behind.

About FORVAL

Founded in 1980, FORVAL Co., Ltd. is the collective of next-generation management consultants dedicated to visible ESG management. Based in Shibuya, Tokyo, and led by President Masateru Nakajima, FORVAL offers specialized consulting services across five domains: information and communication, international business, environmental initiatives, workforce development, and entrepreneurship.

The company actively promotes the F-Japan initiative, aligning with the government's key pillars of Green, Digital, Vitalizing Local Communities, and Countering Declining Birth Rates. Through strategic partnerships with municipalities, businesses, and educational institutions, FORVAL seeks to create robust ecosystems that foster continuous local development and elevate ESG frameworks, thereby contributing to enduring regional self-sufficiency.

For detailed inquiries or information regarding their services, visit FORVAL's official website.