EMAIL NEWSLETTER Vol. 33 (February 2025 Issue) |
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Hosting a Community Revitalization Event in Kaiyo Town, Tokushima PrefectureTo foster deeper connections among residents, Kaiyo Town is working to enhance library operations by utilizing the library as a new hub for community interaction. With the goal of establishing the library as a space for resident interaction and a hub for learning about new technologies, the town held an esports event connecting rural and urban communities, as well as a music video production workshop utilizing generative AI.
Click here for details.
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◆ [Notice from the B Lab Secretariat] B Lab Marche (Networking Event) to be Held on Thursday, March 27! |
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The spark to create an exciting future is right here!
We’re hosting the “B Lab Marche (Networking Event),” a gathering designed for people who want to create an exciting future to come together, connect, and build friendships! This event is open to anyone interested, so please join us. In addition to last year’s offerings, look forward to projects organized by students.To register,
click here.
■ Date & Time: Thursday, March 27, 2025, 7:00 PM–9:00
PM ■ Location: iU Sumida Campus Sports Field and iU Cafe
■ Admission: General public: 2,000 yen; Students: 500 yen (Free for students running booths)
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◆ What’s New! from Each Project: |
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Neurodiversity Project Interview Series, Episode 8 For the 8th installment of our interview series, we welcomed Mio Shin—an anesthesiologist, TikToker, YouTuber, and graduate student at Digital Hollywood University—who spoke about “Visualizing One’s Own ‘Pain’ Through 22 Pain Cards: An Initiative to Deepen Mutual Understanding by Sharing with Others.” We’ve published a report and video, so
please be sure to check them out!
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Neurodiversity Project Interview Series, Episode 9 For the ninth installment of our interview series, we welcomed Dr. Takushi Narumi, Associate Professor, and Dr. Yuji Hatada, Assistant Professor, from the Kuzuka-Tanigawa-Narumi Laboratory at the University of Tokyo. They spoke with us about “From ‘Empathy’ to ‘Co-Creation’—Creating New Experiences with VR.”We’ve published a report and video, so
please be sure to check them out! |
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iU Books Volume 3: “DX Without Failure” Textbook to Be Released on February 25 The “iU Books Project” is a collaborative effort between the iU Matsumura Seminar and Jiji Press to create next-generation textbooks.Following *Brand Personality* by Miwa Oniki, a visiting professor and executive at Daiko Co., Ltd., and *The Ultimate! Apple Framework*—a book born from iU’s required course taught by visiting lecturer Masahiro Tokumoto and full-time faculty member Taro Matsumura—the third volume is now available.
Be sure to check it out! |
iU MX In collaboration with Sumida Ward, with which we have a comprehensive agreement, we will conduct a pilot project to evaluate the potential use of personal mobility devices by staff members while performing official duties. This project will be carried out with the cooperation of Streamo Co., Ltd., the developer and seller of the “Streamo” standing three-wheeled mobility device. This marks the first attempt in Tokyo to utilize standing three-wheeled mobility devices for official duties.
Click here for details. |
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◆ B Lab Chapter News: B Lab chapters are spreading across the globe, both virtually and in person. This month, we bring you a report from
B Lab Okinawa♪ |
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Hello, everyone. This is B Lab Okinawa. At the end of last year, B Lab conducted a regional exploration session with local students to discuss Okinawa. Opinions flew back and forth from various perspectives and interests, making for a meaningful dialogue. Our next session will be held in March, where we will summarize the topics discussed. |
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◆ Announcements
from Partner Organizations and Researchers |
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● “Student Entrepreneurs × Women Entrepreneurs” Co-creation Event (Yell Co., Ltd. / Parallel Career Promotion Committee) Please join us for this event where we support students’ challenges and co-create the businesses of the future! ⇒ Click here for details
● Introduction to the Digital Memorial Service “Namu Card” (Life DX Promotion Association, General Incorporated Association) Due to the simplification of funerals, the diversification of gravesites, and the pandemic, it has become difficult to honor our beloved departed. We are launching a crowdfunding campaign to roll out “Namu Card”—a new form of memorial service that preserves traditional rituals while helping to save temples in crisis—nationwide. There are plenty of rewards available—please take a look. ⇒ Click here for details
● [Shibuya Niku Yokocho] Partnering with the Marketing Trace community to launch “Gen Z: Shibuya Culture Research,” a cultural exploration program originating in Shibuya (THE WHY HOW DO COMPANY, Inc. / Shibuya Niku Yokocho Co., Ltd., Value Creation Division, General Manager Masami Hamazaki) Shibuya Niku Yokocho and Marketing Trace have launched a joint Gen Z and Shibuya culture research project. On February 8, they will host an experiential event to explore new marketing strategies and value creation based on Gen Z insights.
[Gen Z Marketing Solutions]
Shibuya Niku Yokocho is opening its doors as a testing ground for companies’ Gen Z marketing initiatives. We support companies in tapping into the Gen Z market by offering a variety of solutions, including digital signage advertising within the store, provision of event spaces, test marketing for new products, and support for promotional campaigns targeting young people. ⇒ Click here for details
● Fusion of Superhuman Sports with Existing Para Sports!
(Superhuman Sports Project) The “Sli de Rift” device used in Superhuman Sports was utilized at an official Para Dance competition on January 26 of this year, and the user won an Excellence Award. Moving forward, we aim not only to develop standalone content but also to apply the technology to existing sports competitions. ● An article under supervision was published on Mynavi
International Career (Shōichi Ōkawa, Study Abroad Sommelier Co., Ltd.) A supervised article explaining overseas internships has been published. It discusses the differences between Japan and other countries, as well as the “Six Mindsets” shared by people who thrive on the global stage. ⇒ Click here for details
● [TechGALA Report] We Presented at the SF Prototyping Session (Key Message International Co., Ltd.) TechGALA, “A Festival of Technology Paving the Way for the Future of the Earth,” was held in Nagoya from February 4 to 6.I spoke at the SF Prototyping workshop and talk session titled “‘Freedom for Imagination.’ SF-Style Information Sharing Workshop—How to Create an Exciting Future.” I could really feel the high level of interest and anticipation surrounding the intersection of SF and business. TechGALA is scheduled to be held again next year. ⇒ Click here for details
● We’re Hosting an Online Symposium (Learning of Tomorrow)
We will be holding an online symposium during lunch time (12:00 PM – 12:55 PM). We look forward to your participation.
・February 26 (Wed): “Donation-Based Course on ‘The Metaverse and Law’ Through Metaverse Experiences—Toward New Possibilities in Legal Education”
featuring Professor
Hajimeo Hizuka, Waseda University, Graduate School of Law ⇒ Click here
for details
・Wednesday, March 5: “Educational Practices Utilizing Generative AI: The Initiatives at Seto High School”
Mr. Takuya Kume, Head
of the Educational DX Promotion Office, Okayama Prefectural Seto High School |
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February 2025, Vol. 33 Publisher: Nanako Ishido Editor: Mikiko KobayashiAddress: 1-18-13 Bunka, Sumida-ku, Tokyo info@blaboratory.org
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