A full day of high-level dialogue, inspirational seminars, Nordic–Japanese matchmaking meetings, and networking across life science, healthcare, innovation, and investment.
Venue Nihonbashi in central Tokyo, to be updated
Previous years program for reference
Morning
Free time
Free time and individual meetings
The morning is kept open for participants. Companies may arrange their own bilateral meetings, internal discussions, or preparation ahead of the Summit Day program.
13:30–15:00
Conference
Inspirational seminars and Summit Conference
The official Summit Conference brings together Nordic and Japanese leaders from life science, healthcare, innovation, and investment.
13:30
Opening
Opening remarks by Nordic Ambassadors
Ambassador of Finland, Tanja Jääskeläinen · Ambassador of Sweden, Viktoria Li
13:40
Keynote
Keynote speech by Professor Shimon Sakaguchi
A keynote address offering scientific insight and inspiration connected to the future of healthcare and medical innovation.
14:05
Talk show
Co-creating the future of health in Helsinki and Finland
Speakers: Päivi Sillanaukee · Daniel Sazanov. Focus on data-driven healthcare and international collaboration.
14:30
Company presentations
Company presentations and pitches
Presentations by i2.jp / AstraZeneca and selected Nordic companies highlighting concrete collaboration opportunities.
15:30–18:30
Matchmaking
Nordic–Japanese matchmaking meetings
Pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings, 20 minutes each, with up to 9 meetings per participant.
18:30–20:30
Reception
Networking reception
The Summit Day concludes with a relaxed networking reception with light food and drinks.