

Japanese Industry Overview – AgriTech
Japan’s commitment to sustainability and regional revitalization is opening new avenues for green technology adoption. This session outlines how smart farming solutions, renewable energy integration, and government-backed rural programs create entry points for innovators targeting Japan’s environmental transition. It highlights national and prefectural funding mechanisms, emerging agri-tech ecosystems, and partnership models that connect foreign entrants with Japan’s long-term green development agenda.
Speaker: Taiki Fukunaga
IT & Digital Lead at Syngenta
Organizers
Tokyo AI (TAI)
Tokyo AI (TAI) is the largest AI community in Japan, bringing together over 3,000 members, including engineers, researchers, investors, product managers, and corporate innovation leaders, primarily based in Tokyo. TAI serves as a hub for cutting-edge AI discussions, enabling collaboration between startups, academia, and industry to drive meaningful technological advancements. TAI is dedicated to establishing Tokyo as a global AI powerhouse and fostering innovation in the AI ecosystem.
Italian Trade Agency (ITA)
ITA is Italy's official government partner for supporting the international growth of Italian businesses and attracting foreign investment to Italy. ITA works globally to promote the excellence of Made in Italy and connect Italian companies with opportunities abroad, providing information, consultancy, and direct support for trade, investment, and industry networking. As a partner in this event, ITA helps foster meaningful business connections and collaboration, driving the global expansion of Italian innovation and enterprise