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Web3 Development in Japan and Business Opportunities for International Players

Although Japan’s web3 initiatives are not widely known internationally, many large enterprises and financial institutions actively explore tangible use cases of blockchain. From digital bonds and real-world asset (RWA) tokenization to stablecoins and IP contents, these efforts reflect both Japan’s market strengths and its drive toward mass adoption. Incumbent players like banks are entering the space, creating a robust ecosystem that is increasingly attracting global partners. In this session, Japanese innovators and international solution providers will discuss current developments, collaborative opportunities, and the untapped business potential in Japan’s burgeoning Web3 landscape.

Speakers

Haruo Narimoto

Haruo Narimoto

Partner, TMI Associates

Yusuke Takezawa

Yusuke Takezawa

Chief Strategy Officer, Progmat Inc

Kaya Kanamori

Kaya Kanamori

Head of Business Planning Dept., Sony Bank

Yusuke Jindo

Yusuke Jindo

CFO & Head of Validator Business, Animoca Brands Japan

Nao Kitazawa

Nao Kitazawa

Venture Partner, Eight Roads Ventures Japan

Mark Medum Bundgaard

Mark Medum Bundgaard

Chief Product Officer, Partisia

Matthew Van Niekerk

Matthew Van Niekerk

Co-founder & Chief Executive Officer, SettleMint

Shuhei Ochiai

Shuhei Ochiai

General Manager, Toyota Financial Services Corporation & Toyota Blockchain Lab

Chiharu Kuroda

Chiharu Kuroda

Regulatory Expert, KDDI

Roi Hirata

Roi Hirata

Head of Japan, Ava Labs

Moderator

Shota Matsuzawa

Shota Matsuzawa

Co-founder, Managing Director, Decima Fund

Ryosuke Ushida

Ryosuke Ushida

Chief Fintech Officer, Financial Services Agency of Japan