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Uniting Front-runners in the Fish Industry

On February 14, 2026, a significant event will take place at the Minato Industrial Promotion Center, known as Fish Business EXPO 2026. This expo is designed to bring together key players from various sectors of the fish industry, including fishermen, wholesalers, and businesses involved in fish technology and logistics. The event aims to facilitate business matching and discussions around the pressing challenges faced by the industry, including climate change, rising costs, and logistical issues particularly noted as the '2024 problem.'

Special Seminar Focused on Acceleration

Alongside the main exhibition, a unique and insightful seminar titled "Accelerating Updates in Fish Business" will occur, hosted by Cross Media Group Inc., based in Shibuya, Tokyo. This seminar intends to showcase the contributions of five industry players who are at the forefront of innovation in the fish business. Their backgrounds span various critical areas: aquaculture, rail transport, wholesaling, logistics, and distribution.

Transforming Challenges into Opportunities

The fish industry is currently undergoing an unprecedented transformation, influenced by environmental changes due to global warming, escalating material costs, and increasing globalization. To navigate these evolving circumstances and ensure a sustainable future, the industry must embrace substantial updates beyond traditional frameworks. During the seminar, leaders from the field will explore how they create new businesses and products amid these changes. Facilitated by Ikki Nagasaki, a noted figure in the industry and author, this discussion aims to uncover the strategies and thought processes behind their successes.

Program Highlights

The seminar will kick off at 3:00 PM with an opening session featuring brief introductions from each speaker, followed by an in-depth session titled "Recent Developments at the Forefront," showcasing innovative projects and the journey towards execution. A panel discussion will ensue, where key themes such as how to foster a mindset conducive to innovation, creating supportive organizational structures, and transforming challenges presented by climate change and rising costs into opportunities will be debated. The closing remarks will round off the session, bringing insights together.

Meet the Speakers

Facilitator: Ikki Nagasaki – President of the Fish Association and author of "Fish Business." A seasoned coordinator, he works extensively in fish distribution, branding, and media oversight, aiming to share the multifaceted appeal of fish.

Panelists:

• - Yuki Hirao (Director of Fukunari Co., Ltd.)
• - Ryosuke Tanaka (Keio Electric Railway Co., Ltd.)
• - Ryo Nishikata (CEO of Okueido Suisan Co., Ltd.)
• - Masaki Watanabe (Nikken Lease Industry Co., Ltd.)
• - Takashi Hayashida (CEO of Shikishima Co., Ltd.)

About the Fish Association

The Fish Association promotes a relaxed community for those who love seafood, fostering connections among enthusiasts and professionals alike.

Location: Tokyo
Contact Number: 080-7025-9454 (Direct mobile for inquiries)

About Cross Media Group Inc.

Founded in October 2005, Cross Media Group is dedicated to publishing, marketing support, design services, and active health projects. Their commitment to fostering innovation in various sectors, including the fish industry, makes them a leader in the field.
Official HP: Cross Media Group
Official Public Relations Site: Cross Median