The Future of Earth and Biodiversity Week
ICT Technologies to Preserve the Earth for Future Generations
Republic of Korea
We will hold a panel discussion with ICT experts to explore the potential of ICT (information and communications technology) as an essential tool for preserving the global environment and realising a better society for future generations.
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Discussion
- Renewable energy
- Circular economy
- Climate change
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| Language of interpretation | Japanese |
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2025.09.17[Wed]
14:00 ～ 16:30
(Venue Open 13:30)
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- Theme Weeks Studio
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Based on the history of human science and technology, it is essential to utilise various ICT technologies in order to pass on a rich and diverse Earth to future generations and to continuously realise a world that is better than the one we have today.We will discuss how the sixth-generation mobile communication system (6G), which is expected to be realised in 2030, next-generation satellite technologies such as remote sensing, digital twin technologies that link virtual and physical spaces, and technologies that integrate networks and mobility will solve global issues in the future.
In addition, we will take the promotion of closer cooperation between Japan and South Korea as an example of international cooperation and discuss how these global issues should be addressed through international cooperation.
【Schedule】
14:00 - 14:05 Greetings
14:05 - 14:25 Presentation (1) ; Moo Wan Kim (KICS Japan Branch Manager)
- History and Future of Science and Technology
- ICT Technologies for Earth Preservation
(6G, AI, IoT, Satellites, Big Data, Sensors, Bio, etc.)
- Strategic Japan-Korea Cooperation and Its Future
14:25 - 14:45 Presentation (2): JongGeol Park (Tokyo University of Information Sciences)
- Applications of Satellite Technology
(Responding to Various Earth Preservation Issues, Remote Sensing, etc.)
- Prospects for Space Development
14:45–15:05 Presentation (3): Hidehiro Kanemitsu (Waseda University)
- 6G Digital Twin Technology (Integrating Virtual and Physical Spaces) for Circular Economy
15:05 - 15:25 Presentation (4): Shintaro Uno(Nippon Institute of Technology)
- Addressing various environmental issues by integrating networks and mobility
- Realising energy conservation across entire regions through traffic control, etc.
15:25 - 15:35 Break
15:35–16:30 Panel Discussion
<Example Themes>
- Strategic Japan-Korea Cooperation and the Future of East Asia
- Realising Free Roaming Services in East Asia
- Utilising Active Senior Citizens Who Have Overcome Ageing
Reports
【Reflection】
A session entitled ‘ICT Technology as a Means to Preserve the Earth for Future Generations’ was held at the Theme Week Studio of the Osaka-Kansai Expo 2025. This session, featuring ICT experts as speakers, explored the potential of ICT technology as indispensable for preserving the global environment and realising a better society for future generations. Hosted by the Korea Pavilion and the Japan Branch of the Korea Institute of Communications and Electronics (KICS), the session featured presentations and a panel discussion with four ICT experts. It emphasised that utilising ICT technology is crucial for passing on a planet rich in diverse life to future generations and for continuously realising a better world than we have today. Furthermore, fundamental approaches for advancing closer Japan-Korea cooperation in the future were introduced.
The first speaker, Mr Kim Moo-wan of the KICS Japan Chapter, explained human history from the perspective of science and technology. He then introduced ICT technologies with the potential to solve various global challenges and outlined fundamental approaches for advancing closer Japan-Korea cooperation.
The second speaker, Mr Park Jong-gyeol of Tokyo University of Information Sciences, explained the current state and future prospects of satellite remote sensing, which can address various global preservation challenges such as global warming.
The third speaker, Mr Kim Kwang-young of Waseda University, demonstrated the potential for 6G (sixth-generation mobile systems) digital twin technology (linking virtual and physical spaces) to support the Circular Economy.
The final speaker, Mr Shintaro Uno of Aichi System, outlined the research and development status of autonomous driving technology. He also demonstrated the potential for addressing various environmental issues by integrating network and mobility technologies. Furthermore, he explained the possibility of achieving energy savings across entire regions by controlling traffic flow.
Following the four presentations, a lively discussion ensued with questions from the audience regarding the current state and future prospects of various ICT technologies. Vigorous exchanges of views took place on topics including the limitations and prospects of autonomous driving, the limits of LSI microfabrication technology (i.e., the outlook for Moore's Law), methane concentration issues, the research and development schedule and prospects for 6G, the current strengths and limitations of AI, and the feasibility of quantum computers. Discussions also covered specific examples of Japan-Korea cooperation and future prospects.
【Post-Conference Initiatives】
The KICS Japan Chapter believes that Japan-Korea cooperation in the ICT field should be pursued more closely and will promote the various approaches outlined below.
(1) 6G-related
International standards are critically important for mobile systems such as mobile phones. As 3GPP and ITU are driving international standards in this field, we will promote close Japan-Korea cooperation within these bodies. Furthermore, as organisations promoting 6G in Japan and Korea, XGMA (Japan) and the 6G Forum (Korea) exist. We will ensure these organisations exchange information closely and engage in active mutual exchange. Additionally, as relevant academic societies, the Institute of Electronics, Information and Communication Engineers (IEICE) in Japan and KICS exist. These societies will cooperate, holding joint symposia and workshops to promote collaboration at various levels.
(2) Telecommunications Services
Within the EU, a service enabling users to utilise telecommunications services contracted in their home country (e.g., Germany) in another country (e.g., France) as if they were in their home country (‘Roam like at Home’) has been operational since June 2017. We will promote the implementation of such a service between Japan and South Korea in the future. As the aforementioned 6G is scheduled to commence around 2030, we intend to engage with relevant departments (government, companies, organisations, etc.) to achieve this (i.e., mobile roaming freedom) at that juncture.
(3) Mobility
The Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) already holds regular ‘Japan-Korea Road Exchange Meetings’ with the Korean Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport. These meetings share insights on autonomous driving infrastructure/ITS, decarbonisation policies, road paving technology, and traffic safety, while confirming continued technical exchange. Furthermore, in August 2025, a Japanese trading company announced plans to deploy autonomous driving technology held by a Korean start-up in Japan, aiming for test runs within the year. The technology possesses “Level 4” capability, requiring no driver under specific conditions. Its introduction aims to address the challenge of labour shortages in regional transport. Building on such activities, we will promote closer Japan-South Korea cooperation going forward.
(4) Satellite Remote Sensing
The field of satellite remote sensing inherently knows no borders. It can be considered an area where international coordination is most readily achievable. We will therefore aim for cooperation in various forms, including joint Japan-South Korea research, moving forward.
Cast
Speakers
Moo Wan Kim
Branch Director of the Japan Branch of the Korean Institute of Communications and Information Sciences (KICS)
Graduated from Osaka Prefectural Tennoji High School in 1970, earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics Engineering from Osaka University in 1974, and completed a Ph.D. in Engineering at Osaka University in 1980. Joined Fujitsu Laboratories in 1980, and joined Lucent Technologies Japan in 2000, where he engaged in research and development of Intelligent Networks (IN), ATM switching systems, third-generation mobile communication systems (3G), and IMS.In 2005, he was appointed Professor at Tokyo Information University, where he has been engaged in research and education in mobile communication applications, environmental issues integrated with remote sensing technology, and ad hoc wireless LAN networks. In 2023, he was appointed Branch Director of the Japan Branch of the Korean Institute of Communications and Information Sciences (KICS). His publications include “Detailed Explanation of IMS Control Technology,” “Evolving Mobile Phone Technology,” and “History and Prospects of Information and Communication Technology.”
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JongGeol Park
Professor at Tokyo University of Information Sciences, Department of Information Science, Systems Science
A leading expert in the field of image analysis and recognition using AI. Since 1995, he has been conducting research on global environmental issues, vegetation changes, and natural disasters using the US weather observation satellite NOAA at the Chiba University Center for Environmental Remote Sensing.Since 2000, he has advanced disaster prevention and mitigation research utilizing satellite image recognition, including the creation of flood hazard maps for Southeast Asia using MODIS satellites (Terra and Aqua), early detection of desertification in China, sandstorms, and forest fires in Russia, and automatic extraction of earthquake-affected areas using high-resolution satellites.Additionally, by analyzing data from the European satellite SCIAMACHY using proprietary theories, the center has revealed that significant amounts of methane are emitted not only in rice paddies in Asia but also in tropical rainforests, contributing to research on greenhouse gases.In recent years, the institute has also focused on solving social issues using AI. It is developing a system that analyzes the movements of vehicles and motorcycles and provides voice guidance to help visually impaired people safely cross pedestrian crossings, as well as a support system that enables hearing-impaired people to practice pronunciation by visualizing speech. The institute continues to explore the potential of AI across a wide range of application fields, from satellite remote sensing to human support technology.
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Hidehiro Kanemitsu
Associate Professor at Waseda University, Information Department, Global Education Center (GEC)
Hidehiro Kanemitsu has been engaged in commissioned and joint research on B5G and Web3, focusing on communication technology, peer-to-peer (P2P), and parallel distributed processing.Recently, he has been working on mechanisms to realize IPFS (InterPlanetary File System) and digital twins in an industry-leading manner, ensuring safe and user-autonomous participation. To achieve this, he is conducting research and development on algorithms to reliably enable content sharing among an unspecified number of users and resource allocation methods to process arbitrary applications quickly among an unspecified number of users.
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Shintaro Uno
Technical advisor at Aichi System Co., Ltd.
Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba Research Institute, and other organizations, where he engaged in research and development of communication control and management software for satellite communication systems and optical communication systems. Subsequently, at the Future Engineering Research Institute, he conducted research and development on CTI (Computer Telephony Integration) and Internet telephony. He then worked at Nokia Research Center Tokyo, Motorola Japan Research Laboratory, and Huawei Japan, where he was involved in research and development and standardization of mobile networks and ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems).In 2011, he was appointed Professor at the Department of Information Media, Faculty of Engineering, Aichi Institute of Technology, where he has been engaged in research and development of intersection safety support systems using short-range wireless technology.Since 2024, he has served as a technical advisor at Aichi System Co., Ltd. (Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture), receiving research and development support from Aichi Prefecture. He is conducting pilot tests of a simple intersection safety support system to prevent collisions at intersections without traffic signals and crosswalks in collaboration with Takahama City, Aichi Prefecture, with the aim of commercialization. He is also an adjunct lecturer at the Department of Electrical Engineering, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Nihon University. His publications include “Fundamentals of Information and Communication Networks” (Morikita Publishing).
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The Future of Earth and Biodiversity Week
ICT Technologies to Preserve the Earth for Future Generations
We will hold a panel discussion with ICT experts to explore the potential of ICT (information and communications technology) as an essential tool for preserving the global environment and realising a better society for future generations.
-
2025.09.17[Wed]
14:00～16:30
(Venue Open 13:30)
- Theme Weeks Studio
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- * The schedule is subject to change depending on the organiser's circumstances.
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