Japan–Central Asia Networking Salon
Japan–Central Asia Networking Salon
Tokyo DeepTech Connect is pleased to host a special networking salon welcoming four JACAFA Scholarship Program graduates from Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Georgia who are visiting Japan. The JACAFA Scholarship Program is supported by The Nippon Foundation.
The four guest scholars themselves represent diverse fields, through their experiences, this salon will provide an opportunity to discuss how multidisciplinary and international collaboration can create new perspectives, partnerships, and possibilities for innovation.
This networking salon will bring together approximately 20 participants, including international and Japanese university students, researchers, young professionals, and representatives from companies and the startup ecosystem.
The event provides an informal and interactive opportunity to meet talented young professionals from Central Asia, learn about their backgrounds and experiences, and build new connections between Japan, Central Asia, and the international community in Tokyo.
What to Expect
Participants will have the opportunity to hear short introductions from the four scholars, exchange ideas and experiences, and network with people from different academic, professional, technical, and cultural backgrounds.
Topics of conversation may include technology, research, entrepreneurship, international careers, studying and working abroad, and opportunities for collaboration between Japan and Central Asia.
How can people from different disciplines, countries, and professional backgrounds work together to turn technology and ideas into innovation?
Who Should Join?
We welcome:
Japanese and international university students and researchers
Young professionals and entrepreneurs
Startup and technology community members
Companies and organizations interested in international talent and collaboration
Anyone interested in connecting with Central Asia and Japan
With a small group of around 20 participants, the salon is designed to encourage meaningful conversations and make it easy for everyone to connect.
Come and meet the next generation of global talent, explore how multidisciplinary connections can lead to Deep Tech innovation, and expand your international network in Tokyo.