Source: Peatix

Whether it's from the perspective of well-being, the circular economy, or startup support, we hear a lot of people saying, "The role of community is important!" But there are no clear answers to the questions, "What exactly is a community?" and "How can we create one?"

Even at 100BANCH, we are always feeling our way around. I'm sure that the core of each community is different, and each community's atmosphere is cultivated through daily activities. At this event, we will explore the essence of various communities through the topics of those involved, and discuss how to approach communities and their potential.

#Connections #Places

"time schedule"
18:30: Doors open ~You can view the exhibits on the second floor until the event starts~
19:00: Opening
19:10: Input talk
19:20: Crosstalk
20:30: Dialogue
21:00: Closing and networking
21:30: Closing

Speakers:
Takako Oyama
CEO of fog Inc.
Food Waste Chopping Party Project Leader ｜ GARAGE Program 2nd Term

Graduated from Suffolk University in Boston, USA, where he engaged in guerrilla rural study abroad in Latin America and humanitarian aid and peacebuilding in Uganda. After working for a newspaper company, overseas strategy in EdTech, and as an editor and writer in New York, he returned to Japan in 2014. Feeling the need for food safety and environmental initiatives in Japan, he developed various plans and workshops to consider food waste as part of the 100BANCH tenant project, and then founded fog Inc. He designs processes with the theme of realizing a recycling-oriented society, through food and behavioral analysis, and community formation that creates collective impact.

Hiroyuki Kurimoto
Representative of Liquitous Inc.
Liquitous Project Leader | GARAGE Program 38th Term

Born in 1999. CEO of Liquitous Inc. He serves as a director of general incorporated associations and NPOs involved in social and political participation of citizens, and as a consultant to local assembly members. Based on the voices of those on the ground and his own experiences, he was convinced of the need for a "new circuit" that connects citizens and the government in the digital space, and founded Liquitous in February 2020.

Ryota Nishirai
Creative Director, Somanobase Inc.
soma no base project designer | GARAGE Program 26th term

Born in 1995 in Kobe City. Creative director of Somanobase. During his time at university, he became interested in social issues due to concerns about disparities in educational opportunities, and is currently involved in forestry at Somanobase, whose mission is to "reduce human damage from flooding to zero." In 2019, he moved into 100BANCH as one of the founding members of Somanobase. In 2021, he turned the project into a company and moved to Tanabe City, Wakayama Prefecture. From 2024, he will also be partially seconded to the 100BANCH secretariat, and will be active in two locations, Shibuya and Wakayama. He won the "WOOD CHANGE AWARD 2020" sponsored by Loftwork and the "WOOD DESIGN AWARD 2022" sponsored by the Forestry Agency for his "Return Seedlings" project, which connects forests and people.

Niwano Risa
100BANCH Idol

He has been involved with 100BANCH since it first opened as a member of its management staff, and acts as an air purifier for the venue. He also serves as project manager for the Nanananana Festival and 100BANCH BOOK, but he is actually a freelance illustrator.

*This event is part of the Nanananana Festival 2024, hosted by 100BANCH.

[What is 100BANCH?]
The idea was started in 2018, when Panasonic celebrated its 100th anniversary, and the center was opened in Shibuya on July 7, 2017. Ambitious young people who are not bound by common sense are active here, day and night. The center provides a place for experiments 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, holds about 150 events a year, and provides opportunities for activities both in Japan and overseas, such as CES.
https://100banch.com/

[What is the Nanananana Festival?]
A big summer event to celebrate the anniversary of 100BANCH. Young people with unique personalities who participate in the acceleration program "GARAGE Program" will be holding various programs to present the results of their daily experiments. This year, which marks the 7th anniversary on July 7th, is Triple Seven's Nanananana Festival! The festival will be held for 8 days from July 7th (Sun) to 14th (Sun). Come to 100BANCH, where you can attract your own luck and connections, and make good connections for the future.
https://100banch.com/nanananasai/2024/

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