SANUKI GLOBAL FORUM 2026

AI-Driven Management

AI redefines business. Four days exploring next-generation management models with global leaders.

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Co-creation & Innovation
Hub.

The Main Event of Sanuki Global Forum 2026 features panel discussions crossing boundaries of co-hosted events (WAOJE, KGIB, AI Fest, Sanuki Connect) and keynotes by global leaders.

750+

Total Attendees

100+

Speakers

AI-Driven Management

Learn next-generation management models that place generative AI at the core of business to dramatically improve productivity.

AI-Driven Development

Covering the transformation of development processes and the latest tool utilization for everyone from engineers to executives.

4 Co-hosted Events

PANELISTS

Featured Speakers

Please check the respective event pages for speakers of co-hosted events.

* Speakers and session content are subject to change.

Takeshi Izuka

Takeshi Izuka

President & CEO, Kirirom Digital, Inc. Organizer of Sanuki Global Forum

Koro Momose

Koro Momose

Kirirom Digital, Inc. Chairman Specially Appointed Professor, Sophia University

Keiji Imajo

Keiji Imajo

Representative, K2 Frontier Visiting Professor, Kwansei Gakuin University

Yasuhiro Arai

Yasuhiro Arai

Creationline, Inc. Director & CTO Chair, AI-Driven Development Consortium

Toyohito Ikeda

Toyohito Ikeda

Governor of Kagawa Prefecture

Kumi Fujisawa

Kumi Fujisawa

President, Institute for International Socio-Economic Studies Member of the Board of Directors, Toyota Motor Corporation

Yasushi Fujita

Yasushi Fujita

Media Do Co., Ltd. President and CEO Representative Director, Tokushima Innovation Base

Shinichi Hosokawa

Shinichi Hosokawa

Director & Founder GMO Z.com Research Pte. Ltd Kagawa IB Co-founder & Co-representative

Keiji Ueno

Keiji Ueno

Living at Ease CEO 6th Representative Director of WAOJE

Kei Hashimura

Kei Hashimura

President, Tokushima Kongwan Niage Branch Manager, WAOJE Sanuki

Shinji Nasu

Shinji Nasu

CEO, CISO Inc.

Ryo Sato

Ryo Sato

Representative Director, Pearl Light Co., Ltd.

Kentaro Ejima

Kentaro Ejima

Admit AI Co-Founder & CTO

Masahiro Okamura

Masahiro Okamura

CEO, MAKE A CHANGE Co., Ltd.

Ayatoshi Yoshizumi

Ayatoshi Yoshizumi

President & CEO Yoshidumi Holdings, Inc.

Daisuke Mitarai

Daisuke Mitarai

rakumo Inc. Chairman

Norio Kuriyama

Norio Kuriyama

Founder & CEO, PRONI Inc.

Fumiaki Shingai

Fumiaki Shingai

X-HEMISTRY Inc. Representative Director & CEO

Shunsuke Itaya

Shunsuke Itaya

CEO, DANNY Pro. Holdings Limited Partner (China Section), PKSHA Algorithm Fund

Shinichi Nakamura

Shinichi Nakamura

Representative Director, Money Design PLH Generative AI Dept.

Jun Saito

Jun Saito

AI King YMMD LLC CEO

Kenken

Kenken

Co-Director, PLH Generative AI Dept.

Shinichi Shirakawa

Shinichi Shirakawa

Representative Director, Future Core Partners Co., Ltd. Vice Director, PLH Generative AI Dept.

Akiko Sato

Akiko Sato

Representative Director, POTZ Co., Ltd. Vice Director, PLH Generative AI Dept.

Jun Page

Jun Page

Director, Kirirom Digital, Inc. CEO, ZEPHYROS Co., Ltd.

Lucce Guido

Lucce Guido

Interdisciplinary artist Sanuki Connect Director

Takeo Kawanishi

Takeo Kawanishi

Representative Director Bit Communications Co., Ltd.

Takayuki Seki

Takayuki Seki

Director, Web Analytics Consultants Association Associate Professor, Kyoto Kacho University

Shodai Yanagimoto

Shodai Yanagimoto

Representative Director Tanaka Seisakusho Co., Ltd.

Taijiro Kusunoki

Taijiro Kusunoki

President, Kotohira Bus Co., Ltd.

Atsushi Shimada

Atsushi Shimada

Representative Director Online Travel Co., Ltd.

Kengo Senuma

Kengo Senuma

SKH International FZCO

Jin Kan

Jin Kan

Representative Director Metria Co., Ltd. / Linquages Co., Ltd.

Daisuke Komatsubara

Daisuke Komatsubara

AI Consultant AI RISE

9:00-12:00
1B

AI-Driven Management Workshop (1) "New Standards in AI-Driven Product Development"

Focused on creating requirements documents. We explain AI-driven development concepts and tools for beginners, and demonstrate actual systems created by the moderator. The first step for CEOs to build systems. Includes pre-homework and follow-up support.

Mod: TBD

Pan: Takeshi Izuka

12:00-13:00
2A

Welcome Lunch

Governor of Kagawa (Mr. Toyohito Ikeda) will participate, offering a rare opportunity for direct interaction. A commemorative photo session will also be held.

Mod: TBD

13:00-14:00
3A

KAIB Kickoff!

Mod: Takeshi Izuka

Pan: Toyohito Ikeda, Keiji Ueno, Yasushi Fujita, Shinichi Hosokawa

14:00-15:00
4C

Latest GenAI Trends

Mod: TBD

15:00-16:00
5C

Ask Cloud Experts about GenAI Revolution

Mod: Takeshi Izuka

Pan: Daisuke Mitarai, Ayatoshi Yoshizumi

16:00-17:00
6C

Regional Revitalization in the GenAI Era: The Dawn of Highway Bus Travel

Mod: Taijiro Kusunoki

Pan: Atsushi Shimada

17:00-18:00
7C

Essence of GenAI Revolution: Our AI Strategy

Mod: Takeo Kawanishi

Pan: Norio Kuriyama

18:30-20:30
Networking8A

KAIB Night

Our proud super teenage KAIB members from Kagawa will welcome you.

Mod: One-on-One Meetings

Pan: One-on-One Meetings, Yuto Shirai, Uonosuke Honyomitei, Setsu & Nagisa Fukushima, Shohei Nattomaki, Yamakake Tororo Udon Sho

9:00-10:00
11A

AI-Driven Management

Mod: Takeshi Izuka

Pan: Keiji Imajo

10:00-12:00
12C

AI-Driven Management Workshop (2) "New Standards in AI-Driven Product Development"

UI design and start of product development. Even without session (1), you can join using the provided requirements document. Dramatically reduce development costs by building it yourself.

12:00-13:00
14A

Networking Lunch

13:00-14:00
15C

Education in the AI Era: Redefining Teaching and Learning

AI is forcing education to be redesigned from a framework centered on knowledge transmission to an activity that fosters thinking, judgment, and creativity. In this session, we will take a three-dimensional look at what education should be like in the future from the perspectives of the roles of teachers and instructors, the autonomy of learners, and the restructuring of assessment.

Facilitator: Takayuki Seki

* Participant-centered sessions where the facilitator takes the lead and the entire audience engages in discussion together.

14:00-15:00
16A

Overseas Expansion in a New Era: The Age of War, AI, and a Weak Yen

With rapid yen depreciation, traditional business models are failing, leading to cases of returning to Japan or moving bases (e.g., Singapore to Bangkok). Some countries have become difficult to expand into due to war, and others have stricter visa requirements. Furthermore, AI is drastically changing the industrial structure. We discuss what is needed to achieve WAOJE's mission: "Increasing the number of Japanese people active in the world."

Mod: Shinichi Hosokawa

Pan: Shunsuke Itaya

16C

AI Personal Agent for Executives: Accelerating Thought, Judgment, and Execution

Learn executive-specific prompt design to master AI Personal Agents as a brainstorming partner, strategy hypothesis generator, and decision risk validator. Furthermore, master practical methods to dramatically improve individual productivity such as email, presentations, and planning. Also introduces the use of personal agents such as OpenClaw.

Facilitator: Shodai Yanagimoto

* Participant-centered sessions where the facilitator takes the lead and the entire audience engages in discussion together.

15:00-16:00
17C

AI-Native Organizational Design & AI Talent Management

Not about replacing human work with AI, but designing organizational structures with AI as the premise. Explore process redesign (Human→AI→Human), AI agents for each role, and integrated design of talent evaluation with AI capabilities.

Facilitator: Daisuke Komatsubara

* Participant-centered sessions where the facilitator takes the lead and the entire audience engages in discussion together.

16:00-17:00
18C

How to Make Strategic Decisions AI Cannot Answer

Generative AI provides answers based on past data. However, the job of an executive is to derive "answers for a future that does not yet exist." The key is the power to ask AI. Based on a thinking model that expands intuition, hypothesis, and strategic thinking, this session discusses the state of management judgment where executives and AI become one.

Facilitator: Jin Kan

* Participant-centered sessions where the facilitator takes the lead and the entire audience engages in discussion together.

17:00-18:00
19C

New Business in the AI Era: What Changes and What is Born

With the rapid evolution of AI, the ways of building businesses and the possibilities for new ventures are expanding significantly. This session outlines the characteristics of businesses required in the AI era, while considering the expansion of new businesses utilizing AI. We will take a birds-eye view of what kind of new businesses will emerge in the coming era, while considering changing industrial structures and the division of roles between humans and AI.

Facilitator: Kengo Senuma

* Participant-centered sessions where the facilitator takes the lead and the entire audience engages in discussion together.

18:30-
20A

WAOJE Night

May 16th - AI-Driven Management Summit

Moderator-led discussion style involving all participants. Panelists may be present depending on the theme.

Please also participate in the concurrent Generative AI Fest 2026 in Kagawa sessions.

8:00-9:00
20C

Kirirom Group New Business Plan Session (Breakfast Included / Sponsor)

Mod: Takeshi Izuka

9:00-10:00
21A

"Feb 2020 Revisited: The AI Shock 'Arrival Order' and Job Impact Map"

Mod: Takeshi Izuka

Pan: Masahiro Okamura, Kenken, Ryo Sato, Shinichi Shirakawa, Jun Saito

10:00-11:00
22C

"Industries to be Disrupted and Their Probability" - Predicting the Near Future Brought by the Generative AI Revolution

Mod: Shinichi Nakamura

Pan: Fumiaki Shingai

22D

AI-Driven Management Workshop (3) "New Standards in AI-Driven Product Development"

Progress check and feedback on development. Even if already complete, we verify operational details. Building it yourself allows for full control over future maintenance and expansion.

Mod: TBD

11:00-12:00
23C

Org Design & Evaluation in the AI Era

Reallocating people post-AI. Exploring redesign of job definitions, evaluation/compensation systems, and new managerial roles.

Mod: TBD

23D

How Far Can AI-Driven Marketing Automation Go?

Mod: Shinichi Shirakawa

12:00-13:00
24A

Networking Lunch

13:00-14:00
25C

New Standards in AI-Driven Legal Work

Mod: Takeshi Izuka

25D

Can Legacy Systems be Reborn with Generative AI?

Mod: TBD

14:00-15:00
26C

Mindset for Executives in the AI Era

Indecision as the greatest risk. Exploring the dangers of halting transformation, messaging for society, and traits of surviving leaders.

Mod: TBD

26D

How Much Can Generative AI Reduce Daily Operational Tasks?

Mod: Kenken

15:00-16:00
27C

Management Strategy Development

How to transform a company with Generative AI? Organize company issues and clarify objectives.

Mod: TBD

27D

Cybersecurity utilizing Generative AI

Mod: Akiko Sato

Pan: Shinji Nasu

16:00-17:00
28C

What is AI Savvy? - 4 Essential Skills to Survive the AI Era

Mod: Koro Momose

Pan: Jun Page

28D

AI Governance, Risk & Exec Responsibility

Accountability in AI accidents. Information leaks, copyright, legal risks, policy design, and balanced technical knowledge for executives.

Mod: TBD

17:00-18:00
29A

"Be on the 'Free Side' in 3 Years: AI Era Personal Strategy Workshop (Discard, Learn, and Implement)"

AI isn't "coming"; it's here. To be on the side that uses AI, not the side used by it, we'll build your 3-year plan today. We cover what to learn, what to discard, daily experimentation, and assets (skills, trust, authority). Takeaway: Your personalized 90-day, 1-year, and 3-year action plan.

Mod: Takeshi Izuka

Pan: Yasuhiro Arai, Koro Momose

18:30-20:30
30C

PLH Networking Dinner

Mod: TBD

May 17th - World Transformed by Generative AI

8:00-9:00
Session31B

Kirirom Group New Business Plan (Breakfast Included / English / Sponsor)

Mod: Takeshi Izuka

9:00-12:00
Session32B

How will the Generative AI Revolution change the world? (English)

Mod: Takeshi Izuka

32C

AI-Driven Management Workshop (4) "New Standards in AI-Driven Product Development"

Final completion, web publishing, and domain setup. The final stage to get your working system. Those who finish here can enjoy other programs during the afternoon session (5).

Mod: TBD

12:00-13:30
Session35B

Round Table (Lunch Session / English)

13:30-17:30
36B

Sanuki Connect & Property Tour (English)

Mod: Takeshi Izuka

36C

AI-Driven Management Workshop (5) "New Standards in AI-Driven Product Development"

(For those unfinished) The final 4 hours to clear remaining tasks with assistants. If not finished within the period, we will support you through follow-up sessions until completion.

Mod: TBD

18:30-
37C

Farewell Dinner with Local Entrepreneurs

Leaders from Kagawa Innovation Base, WAOJE Sanuki, PLH GenAI Department, and the PLH Community will host you.

Mod: Takeshi Izuka

Join the Sanuki Global Forum

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¥59,400
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  • Pre/post follow-up for system completion
  • Access to project rooms
  • AI-driven development support during the event

Partners & Sponsors

Our partners who make this event possible.

PLATINUM SPONSORS

COOPERATIVE PARTNERS

Sanuki Peer Learning Hub

Sanuki Peer Learning Hub

PLH Generative AI Dept.

PLH Generative AI Dept.

AI-Driven Development Study Group Shikoku Branch

AI-Driven Development Study Group Shikoku Branch

Books by Speakers

Introducing books on cutting-edge technology and management written by our speakers.

Intro to Vibe Coding: For Everyone from New Grads to Engineers

Masahiro Okamura

Intro to Vibe Coding: For Everyone from New Grads to Engineers

Covers everything from basics to practice of "Vibe Coding" with AI.

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Fun with Vibe Coding! Building Pro Web Apps with Replit

Ryo Sato

Fun with Vibe Coding! Building Pro Web Apps with Replit

Teaches Web app development techniques that maximize AI power using Replit.

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Process Mining: Understanding and Practice

Koro Momose

Process Mining: Understanding and Practice

The ultimate means to evolve business process reform.

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New Common Sense of Cyber Security Measures for Mid-sized and Small Businesses

Shinji Nasu

New Common Sense of Cyber Security Measures for Mid-sized and Small Businesses

Covers realistic cybersecurity measures for SME owners in Japan, where over 90% of companies are at risk.

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Venue & Access

Venue: Sanuki Peer Learning Hub

Location

〒769-2323
1615 Kanzaki, Sangawa-cho, Sanuki City, Kagawa

By Plane

From Haneda (約80分)
ANA・JAL便が高松空港(TAK)まで運行
From Narita (約95分)
Jetstarが高松空港まで運行

By Car

5 min from Tsuda-Samukawa IC (Takamatsu Expwy)
Free parking available

By Train

4 min walk from JR Kanzaki Station (Kotoku Line)
The venue is right in front of the station.

By Highway Bus

Get off at Kosoku-Tsuda Bus Stop. 12 min by car.
*Pick-up available upon prior request.

FAQ

Q.Can I cancel my ticket?
A.In principle, we do not accept cancellations or refunds after purchase. Substitute attendees are welcome; please contact us.
Q.Is there a dress code?
A.There is no specific dress code. Business casual is recommended.
Q.Is parking available at the venue?
A.Free parking is available nearby. As spots are limited, please use public transportation if possible.
Q.Is lunch included?
A.Lunch is included with the Full Pass and 1-Day Pass.
Q.Will a receipt be issued?
A.A PDF receipt will be sent to your registered email address after payment is completed.