G1 Global Podcast

G1 Global 2025 - The KAISHA: The Business Reinvention of Japan

This panel examines how Japanese companies are choosing an "aggregate niche strategy" to compete in new global settings. Based on research from Prof. Schaede's book, "The Kaisha: The Business Reinvention of Japan," panelists will explore how Japanese firms move upstream into critical deep-tech materials to compete against and profit from the activities of Northeast Asian and other manufacturers. How have they made the strategic pivot that has given them a competitive advantage? How long can this leadership last, and will its reach increase under Pax Japonica? Based on the insights from Japanese companies, the panel will share the lessons that can be learned more broadly.G1 Global Conference 2025 Business held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, October 13, 2025.» https://g1summit.com/g1global/[Business] The KAISHA～The Business Reinvention of Japan～Panelists:» Naonori Kimura (Managing Director Partner (IGPI Group), Industrial Growth Platform, Inc. (IGPI))» Terry Nakatsukav(President & Group CEO, Altemira Holdings Co., Ltd.)» Ulrike Schaede (Professor of Japanese Business; Director, Japan Forum for Innovation and Technology, University of California San Diego)Moderator:» Tomoya Nakamura (Managing Director, KIBOW Social Impact Investment Fund)---Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube:https://youtu.be/tmyM0c7u4cM?si=2j5cDjN2o77kdkJY---

G1 Global 2025 - From Outlier to Example: Japan’s Social Cohesion in a Divided World

Japan's collectivist society was once criticized as a barrier to innovation, stifling diversity of thought. However, as many Western nations now grapple with deepening social divisions, political polarization, and a crisis of loneliness, the Japanese model is being reexamined. In contrast to societies where individualism clashes with social cohesion, Japan's focus on harmony and collective responsibility is beginning to look like a source of strength. Amidst rising populism and mistrust in institutions, Japan's social fabric appears remarkably resilient. This panel will explore what kind of environment truly fosters long-term stability and well-being, and Japan's unique role in a divided world.G1 Global Conference 2025 Society Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, October 13, 2025.» https://g1summit.com/g1global/[Society] From Outlier to Example: Japan’s Social Cohesion in a Divided WorldPanelists:» Joi Ito (Co-founder and Board Member, Digital Garage, Inc.; President, Chiba Institute of Technology)» Noah Sneider (East Asia Bureau Chief, The Economist)» Ema Ryan Yamazaki (Documentary Filmmaker, Cineric Creative)Moderator:» Yumiko Murakami (General Partner, MPower Partners)---Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube:https://youtu.be/WMtttR73wMQ?si=ImTvIzM8pclUZ5mw---

G1 Global 2025 - The Next Wave of AI: LLMs to Agentic Systems

This panel explores the rapid evolution of Generative AI and its implications for business strategy. It will cover key developments including the shrinking of large language models (LLMs), the increasing use of AI agents for complete automation of tasks, and the move toward running AI on edge devices. Attendees will learn about the transition from basic AI agents to truly agentic AI, which can autonomously plan and execute complex, multi-step tasks. Business leaders need to be aware of how these advancements can transform operations and create new opportunities. The panel will address strategies for thriving, despite the possible crash of the current GenAI bubble, in the face of a fast-paced and ever-changing landscape.G1 Global Conference 2025 Technology Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, October 13, 2025.» https://g1summit.com/g1global/[Technology] The Next Wave of AI: LLMs to Agentic SystemsPanelists:» Akari Asai (Research scientist, Allen Institute for AI; Incoming Assistant Professor, Carnegie Mellon University)» Sakyasingha Dasgupta (Founder & CEO, EdgeCortix Inc.)» Shane Gu (Senior Staff Research Scientist, Google DeepMind)Moderator:» Richard B. Dasher (Director, US-Asia Technology Management Center, Stanford University; Founding Partner, Global Hands-On Venture Capital (GHOVC))---Prefer to watch the video presentation? Find it on YouTube:https://youtu.be/-2FzpAsDCI0?si=5HS0j8nmuCBgGXJh---