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French Japanese Business Summit 2025
Langue(s) de l'événement
Speeches ENG & JAP with interpretations.
Tarif :
12,000 JPY One Day Pass Member
9,000 JPY Half Day Pass Member
-09:00-12:30
-13:30-17:30
24,000 JPY One Day Non member
38,000 JPY VIP Lunch
L'événement est réservé aux utilisateurs connectés.
BUILDING OPTIMISM IN UNPREDICTIBLE TIMES
BUILDING OPTIMISM IN UNPREDICTIBLE TIMES
The Business Summit 2025, organized by the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (CCI France Japon) with our media partner NIKKEI and held under the patronage of the French Ambassador of Japan, will return for its 8th edition on November 6th, 2025. This year’s theme, Japan Dream :“Building Optimism in Unpredictable Times,” sets the tone for a day of high-level exchange, strategic insight, and meaningful connections.
Hosted at the prestigious Nikkei Hall, the summit will gather internationally renowned speakers and participants from diverse sectors for a full day of conferences and networking. Discussions will focus on the transformative shifts shaping the future of France and Japan, examining the strategies driving their global influence and the role of innovation, partnerships, and diversity in staying ahead of the curve.
The Business Summit 2025 aims to spotlight the strengths and expertise of French, Japanese and international enterprises, strengthen bilateral cooperation, and promote forward-thinking solutions to global challenges paving the way for a more resilient and optimistic future.
Japan Dream : Building Optimism In Unpredictible Times
A Gateway to Success
Japan has long been a land of opportunity, attracting ambitious entrepreneurs and businesses eager to thrive in one of the world’s most dynamic markets. Japan Dream is dedicated to exploring the country’s unique business environment, showcasing the stories of those who have successfully built their ventures in Japan.
Through insightful discussions, we will delve into key topics shaping the future, including Artificial Intelligence, Sustainability, and Green Policies. These themes are at the core of Japan’s evolving business landscape, offering both challenges and exciting opportunities for growth.
Speakers

Former Prime Minister of Japan, Fumio KISHIDA
Master of ceremony:
EY, Managing Director & Partner, Nobuko KOBAYASHI
Speakers:
RAPIDUS, TAKEDA, FORTRESS, PHARMAFOODS, TOKYU Corporation, TOTAL ENERGIES, Shibuya Startups KK, Microsoft, Robotics PhD Prof., TIK TOK, TOYOTA TSUSHO, YAMATO Holdings, TECHNOLOGY AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP CENTER AT HARVARD (TECH) – Tokyo, Senior Advisor Wisdom Tree Investments Inc., ASO, Tokyu Land Corporation, CCI Paris Île‑de‑France, FIVE, Norinchukin Bank, DASSAULT SYSTEMES, Veolia, Nissan, HORIBA, EMBASSY, METI, Keidaren Delphi Network, QuantumBlack Japan / McKinsey & Company, France Eco, NIKKEI
Program:
9:00 Open doors
9:20– 9:30 : Opening
9:30– 9:50 : Opening Ceremony
9:50– 10:10 : Opening Keynotes
10:10 – 10:50 : Plenary 1: Shibuya, Center of the World:
Themes: Cultural entrepreneurship, local regeneration, and Tokyo's global magnetism
10:50 – 11:10 Keynote 1: New Challenges for internal cities
11:10 – 11:30 : Fireside chat 1 : The Art of Delivering
11:30 – 12:10 : Plenary 2 : Innovation Today
Themes: Hybrid leadership, global standards vs. Japanese corporate norms, and cultural advantage, using culture as arbitrage.
12:10 – 13:30 : Networking VIP Private Lunch
13:30 – 13:50 : Keynote 2 : Draw me a robot
13:50 – 14:10 : Fireside 2 : City of Tomorrow
14:10 – 14:50 : Plenary 3 : Japan’s semiconductor gamble
14:50 – 15:10 : Fireside 3 : The Unique Experience of Japanese Shopping:
15:10 – 15:50 : Plenary 4 : Renewable Energies
15:50 – 16:10 : Keynote 3: Ambitious Re-Imagination : Japan Opportunities in a turbulent World
16:10 – 16:20 : Networking Coffee Break
16:20 – 17:00 : Plenary 5 : The New Japan : Finding the Right Approch
17:00 – 17:20 : Fireside 4 :
17:20 – 17:30 : Concluding remarks
17:30 – 18:45 : Networking Cocktail

Gourmet Tasting Stands Throughout the Day
Held in the refined setting of Chez Olivier, a Michelin-starred French restaurant in the heart of Tokyo, this distinguished event combines haute cuisine and high-level networking. Guests will enjoy an exceptional lunch prepared by Chef Olivier Oddos, whose culinary artistry has earned acclaim at the highest level of French gastronomy in Japan.
This privileged occasion will convene a select group of CEOs, industry leaders, and summit speakers, offering a rare opportunity to exchange insights, forge strategic connections, and engage in meaningful dialogue in a discreet and elegant setting.
2024 Editon
*Please pay by CREDIT CARD (via Stripe Payment online system) before registration
*Any cancellation after the deadline or no-show will be charged.
*All participants are required to pay online before the event.
Thank you for your understanding.
Contact:
Julia COLLAS - Business Leaders Forum, Director
j.collas@ccifj.or.jp (English/French)
Alice INOUE - Business Leaders Forum, Manager
a.inoue@ccifj.or.jp (Japanese/English/French)
Nicolas SASAKI - Business Leaders Forum, Project Coordinator Communication
n.smischler(@)ccifj.or.jp (Japanese/English/French)
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French Japanese Business Summit 2025
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