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<\/p>\nThis week\u2019s Thursday Gathering dives into sustainability, smart mobility, and startup support. Discover how Kyushu is connecting with Tokyo\u2019s innovation ecosystem, explore the largest environment & energy community in Japan, and learn about the MaaS revolution shaping our region.<\/p>\n
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Date and Time:<\/strong> Thursday, July 31, 2025, 16:00 to 20:00 15:55 \u2013 20:00 16:00 \u2013 16:50 17:00 \u2013 17:15 17:30 \u2013 18:00 18:00 \u2013 18:20 18:30 \u2013 19:20 Organized by: Venture Caf\u00e9 Fukuoka<\/strong> This week\u2019s Thursday Gathering dives into sustainability, smart mobility, and startup support. Discover how Kyushu is connecting with…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":29305,"featured_media":172375,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","tags":[],"class_list":["post-172374","event","type-event","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","location-tenjin","event-type-community","event-type-seminar","en-US"],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/event\/172374","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/event"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/event"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/29305"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=172374"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/172375"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=172374"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=172374"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\nLocation:<\/strong> ONE FUKUOKA BLDG. 6F SKYLOBBY<\/a>
\nAdmission:<\/strong> Free (registration required)
\nRegistration & details are here<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\nEvent Highlights (In-person only):<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\nNetworking (All Evening)<\/strong>
\nMeet innovators, entrepreneurs, and business leaders in a relaxed setting with complimentary drinks (up to 3 beers or soft drinks). Connect directly with speakers and continue the conversation beyond the sessions.
\nMore info<\/a>
\nIn Japanese & English<\/em><\/p>\n
\nMaximizing Tokyo\u2019s Startup Support from Kyushu \u2013 TIB CATAPULT<\/strong>
\nCan Kyushu startups tap into Tokyo\u2019s powerful innovation resources without relocating? Learn how the TIB CATAPULT program and other open innovation initiatives connect regional startups with national and global opportunities. Hear firsthand from companies that have completed PoC projects and discover what it takes to move from concept to social implementation.
\nMore info<\/a>
\nIn Japanese<\/em><\/p>\n
\nHow to Enjoy Thursday Gathering<\/strong>
\nNew to Venture Caf\u00e9 Fukuoka? This short session introduces the mission, community, and networking tips to help you make the most of Thursday Gathering.
\nMore info<\/a>
\nIn Japanese & English<\/em><\/p>\n
\nEnvironment & Energy Innovation Community Comes to Kyushu<\/strong>
\nWith over 1,600 members and 600 companies, the E&E Community is Japan\u2019s largest platform for co-creation in sustainability. Learn about its origins, current initiatives, and how you can get involved in shaping the future of energy and the environment.
\nMore info<\/a>
\nIn Japanese<\/em><\/p>\n
\nAI Quickfire Q&A \u2013 The AI Comedy Panel<\/strong>
\nIn this fast-paced \u201cAI quickfire\u201d session inspired by the Japanese \u014dgiri comedy format, researchers from the cutting-edge Matsuo-Iwasawa Lab and startup leaders using generative AI will answer audience questions on the spot. Whether you\u2019re a student or a newcomer curious about generative AI, this is a fun, accessible way to learn and spark new ideas.
\nMore info<\/a>
\nIn Japanese<\/em><\/p>\n
\nKyushu MaaS \u2013 The Smart Mobility Revolution Starts Here<\/strong>
\nImagine a future where your smartphone is your key to seamless travel across Kyushu. This session explores the cutting-edge mobility-as-a-service initiatives transforming transportation in the region, featuring key players driving innovation.
\nMore info<\/a>
\nIn Japanese<\/em><\/p>\n
\nLanguages: Japanese and\/or English (varies by session)
\nAll sessions are in-person only. Pre-registration required via the event website.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"