SpeakerNOBUKO IRIE

NOBUKO IRIE
Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly Member
Vice Representative of the Tokyo Citizens First Party
Under Governor Yuriko Koike, efforts are being made to enhance Tokyo's value and appeal while boosting the economy. Persistent advocacy for blockchain technology in the Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly has led to the issuance of security tokens and support for Web3 startups. In January 2024, the "XR/Metaverse Content Business World" event was held, promoting new business areas including Web3 and AI. The global event "SusHi Tech TOKYO 2024" featured commemorative SushiTech NFTs. Various initiatives support food, arts, entertainment, startups, XR, Metaverse, AI, e-sports, FemTech, egg freezing, fashion, and film, among others.

Member of the Economic and Port Committee, Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly
Trustee, Tokyo Metropolitan Foundation for History and Culture
Committee Member, Tokyo Port Council
Former Senior Director of Programming at Fuji Television and Parenting Advisor

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