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How can organizations truly harness individual motivation to drive growth—and what kinds of jobs and lifestyles will future medical innovation create? This Thursday Gathering brings together Kyushu’s growth companies, innovators, and thinkers for candid conversations and practical insights.
Date and Time: Thursday, January 29, 2026, 16:00 to 20:00
Location: ONE FUKUOKA BLDG. 6F SKYLOBBY
Admission: Free (registration required)
Registration & details: Available online (Japanese)
Event Highlights (In-person only):
16:00 – 18:00
IGNITE KYUSHU: From Individual “Sparks” to Organizational Growth — Unleash Organizational Theory
Balancing personal fulfillment with sustainable company growth is easier said than done. Starting from data that reveals the gap between ideals and reality, this interactive dialogue brings together four fast-growing Kyushu-based companies.
Business leaders and frontline team members share honest perspectives on organizational challenges, how they’ve overcome barriers, and what they are still grappling with today. A rare opportunity to explore real-world approaches to building organizations where both people and companies can thrive.
More info: Japanese
17:00 – 17:30
[Sub-session Area (next to REC COFFEE)] Interactive Learning Series 01: Discover
Hosted by Empowered by Industry (EBI), this session launches a four-part Interactive Learning Series (ILS) designed to help participants turn ideas into viable products.The first session, Discover, focuses on identifying truly meaningful problems and deeply understanding target customers. Using proven methods such as design thinking, user personas, and customer journey mapping, participants uncover insights grounded in real-world needs rather than surface-level ideas.
This hands-on workshop lays the foundation for the full Discover → Understand → Create → Share journey. Innovation often begins from unexpected perspectives—experience it firsthand.
More info: Japanese
18:30 – 19:20
How Future Healthcare Will Shape Work and Everyday Life — Human-Centered Cities Built on Regenerative Medicine
This session explores how advances in regenerative medicine could redefine jobs, lifestyles, and human-centered urban development.
What is regenerative medicine? How will people’s lives change in the near future as new medical and social systems emerge?
This session is open not only to professionals working in the field of regenerative medicine, but also to members of the general public with an interest in the topic. Its aim is to explore regenerative medicine and to consider together how new forms of healthcare may shape future lifestyles, work, and the way we live.
Distinguished experts who are leading this field will join the discussion to share insightful and thought-provoking perspectives. We hope this session will offer participants new viewpoints and valuable insights into the future of medicine and society.
More info: Japanese
Organized by Venture Café Fukuoka
Languages: Japanese and/or English (varies by session)
All sessions are in-person only. Pre-registration required via the event website.