*Updated on Monday, October 6, 2025: Venue information has been updated.
*Updated on Friday, September 19, 2025: Program details and registration forms added.
The Moonshot Research & Development Program, Goal 1, Kanai Project, “Internet of Brains (IoB)”, is holding a symposium to share its research outcomes with the public and build a future vision through co-creation with diverse stakeholders. The event will take place at the National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation (Miraikan) in Odaiba, Tokyo on Thursday, October 9th, and Friday, October 10th, 2025.
This symposium serves as a culmination of five years of research and development from Phase 1 of the Moonshot Research & Development Program, which began in 2020. Its goal is to provide a platform for sharing these achievements and fostering a space for co-creation.
<b>Event Details</b>
- Host: Moonshot Goal 1 Kanai Project, “Internet of Brains”
- Date: Thursday, October 9th, and Friday, October 10th, 2025
- Venue: National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation (Miraikan), 7th floor
(2-3-6 Aomi, Koto City, Tokyo 135-0064, Japan)
Access: Rinkai Line: Tokyo Teleport Station
Yurikamome Line: Telecom Center Station or Tokyo International Cruise Terminal Station
- Format: In-person only
- Participation Fee: Free. Please note that a separate fee will be required for the social gathering scheduled for Thursday, October 9th.
Admission to Miraikan’s permanent exhibitions and Dome Theater requires a separate ticket.
<b>Program</b>
The symposium will be held over two days, with a different theme each day.
*Please note that the program content may be subject to change.
◎Day 1 – Thursday, October 9th | Discovering the Outcomes: Unveiling the “Internet of Brains” Blueprint
Content: This day will focus on sharing the research outcomes and technical achievements from Phase 1. Reports on the cutting edge of neuroscience and BMI (Brain-Machine Interface) technology will be presented, along with topic-specific sessions, and poster/demo exhibitions.
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Start |
End |
Content |
|---|---|---|
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9:30 |
10:00 |
Doors Open / Registration |
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10:00 |
10:10 |
Opening Remarks (Kanai PM) |
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10:10 |
10:40 |
Special Talk |
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10:40 |
11:25 |
“Internet of Brains” Blueprint: Invasive & Minimally Invasive BMI Edition |
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11:30 |
12:20 |
IoB Latest Research Relay Talk ① |
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12:20 |
13:50 |
Lunch Break & Poster/Demo Exhibition ① |
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14:05 |
14:50 |
“Internet of Brains” Blueprint: Non-Invasive BMI Edition |
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15:40 |
16:10 |
“Internet of Brains” Blueprint: Social Foundation Edition |
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16:10 |
16:40 |
IoB Latest Research Relay Talk ② |
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16:40 |
18:00 |
Poster/Demo Exhibition ② |
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18:10 |
18:20 |
Day 1 Closing (Kanai PM) |
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18:30 |
20:30 |
Social Gathering (Standing Buffet Style) *A participation fee is required. Please register here by Friday, September 26th. |
◎Day 2 – Friday, October 10th | Discussing the Future: A Conference on the Future of Neurotech
Content: This day will bring together diverse experts and participants from various fields, including industry, investors, creators, government agencies, and the general public. They will discuss a vision for society in 2050 and the path to implementing these technologies. Sessions will cover topics like commercialization, the ideal form of research and development projects, and how to create future visions. A future co-creation workshop will also be held.
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Start |
End |
Content |
|---|---|---|
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9:30 |
10:00 |
Doors Open / Registration |
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10:00 |
10:10 |
Day 2 Opening (Kanai PM) |
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10:10 |
11:20 |
Special Panel Session ① |
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11:30 |
12:15 |
Special Panel Session ② |
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12:35 |
13:35 |
Lunch Break / Networking |
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13:45 |
14:45 |
Future Co-Creation Workshops ① (*The workshops will be held with multiple themes. Details will be provided separately to those who register for Day 2.) |
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15:00 |
16:00 |
Future Co-Creation Workshops ② (*The workshops will be held with multiple themes. Details will be provided separately to those who register for Day 2.) |
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16:00 |
16:45 |
Coffee Break / Networking |
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16:45 |
17:30 |
Workshop Results Presentation |
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17:30 |
18:00 |
Summary & Closing Remarks (Kanai PM) |
<b>How to Register </b>
Please use this Google Form to register for the symposium.
To attend the social gathering, please register using this form by Friday, September 26th.
<b>About the Moonshot Research & Development Program, Goal 1: Kanai Project, “Internet of Brains” (IoB)</b>
The mission of IoB is to “liberate people from physical limitations by expanding their physical and perceptual abilities.” The project is advancing research and development on technologies like robots that can be operated by thought alone and telepathy-like systems for transmitting thoughts to others. The goal is to remove societal barriers and challenges, creating a future where people from all walks of life are freed from various constraints, allowing them to express themselves freely and participate fully in society.
Project Manager: Ryota Kanai (Director of the Corporate Planning & Innovation Co-Creation Unit at ATR and CEO of Araya Inc.)