Nexgen Japan Inc.
Develop
Sustainable Cities
and Communities.
From logistics and mobility, we drive AI/DX consulting, new business creation, global research, and education — building next-generation social infrastructure and talent. Contributing to the World Economic Forum (WEF), we bring global insights to Japanese business.
70+
Projects
Delivered
20+
Public Speaking
(Since 2025)
WEF
World Economic
Forum Contributor
WEF Contribution — 2026/02
Why Governance Is the New Infrastructure for Physical AI
Published by the World Economic Forum. A contribution discussing AI operating in physical spaces and the governance frameworks that support it.
Read Article "Build one-of-a-kind industries in Japan, pass knowledge to the next generation, and update the Japanese economy with advanced digital technology."
About Nexgen JapanServices
Four Business Domains
Bridging executive strategy, operations, and technology. From logistics and mobility, we tackle the challenges of the AI era head-on.
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AI & DX Consulting
From executive KPIs to frontline operations, we make AI practical. End-to-end support covering digital KPI tree design, AI roadmap planning, document AI-OCR, delivery optimisation, and more. High-quality, cost-effective development via Vietnam offshore.
AI RoadmapDX StrategyDevelopmentOffshore
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New Business Creation
With our "gather 20 voices from the market" methodology, we partner from hypothesis to revenue. We bring hands-on experience launching cloud WMS, automated warehouse SaaS, and driver health management. Venture scouting and co-creation support included.
Business PlanningMarket ResearchVenture AllianceRevenue Support
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Global Research
As a WEF contributor and government committee member, we research the latest global trends. Warehouse automation markets, physical AI governance, SCM restructuring — we provide strategic research and white paper authoring.
Market ResearchWEF ContributorWhite PapersStrategic Advice
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Education & Training
AI literacy programs for executives, MBA students, and young professionals. Leveraging cutting-edge global case studies and macro trends. Proven track record at business schools, graduate programs, and major food companies. Overseas AI training programs also available.
AI LiteracyExecutive TrainingMBA LecturesOverseas Programs
Track Record
Major Logistics Company
Company-wide business transformation grand design. AI-powered package image traceability, automated slip reading, AI technology validation, and venture selection.
AI DevNew Biz
Major Beverage Manufacturer
Generative AI-powered well-being service planning. AI development guidance (security & governance). Marketing strategy support.
AI DevNew Biz
Conglomerate (Bus Company)
"A completely paperless world" — executive-level consensus building. DX task selection, business transformation flow implementation, and trial support until self-sustaining.
DX StrategyNew Biz
Food Manufacturer
Six-month executive development program. Systematic coverage of AI-era work practices, AI governance & corporate responsibility, and AI implementation essentials.
Training
3PL Provider
Company-wide KPI tree definition using digital sensors. Data analysis and reform planning for warehouse productivity and profitability improvement.
AI DevNew Biz
Consulting Firm
Systematisation of next-generation logistics models. White paper co-authoring with extensive case research including international examples.
ResearchNew Biz
* Only publicly disclosable projects listed. Many more completed.
Client Testimonials
What Our Clients Say
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Sigmaxyz Inc.
Director, Yuichiro Ikeda
We received tremendous support in systematising our next-generation logistics model. The structured approach and extensive case research including international examples were invaluable.
Strategic planning for next-gen logistics vision
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NTT e-MOI JSC.
CEO, Akira Watanabe
From logistics IT solution planning to field sales behavioral reform, mindset transformation, and team building — their support helped us expand our order book.
SCM IT solution launch partnership
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Japan-Ceylon Business Connectivity Ltd.
Co-Founder & MD, Shigeru Yamato
I was deeply impressed by the extensive practical experience and profound insights in logistics, both domestic and international. For any organisation pursuing new business development, they are a powerful partner regardless of size or industry.
Workshop for young executive candidates
Product by Nexgen Japan
Every morning, your personalised
global intelligence arrives.
Nexgen Compass is the "knowledge operating system" for AI-era decision makers. Personalised insights from 50+ international sources delivered every morning, with Deep Dive analysis and AI Compass to accelerate your thinking.
Personalised News
Optimised by role × industry × interests. 10 articles every morning from 50+ global sources
Deep Dive Analysis
7-perspective structured analysis powered by Claude Sonnet 4.5
AI Compass
AI-generated market briefings and decision support
compass.nexgen.co.jp
Hello, Ariki Ono
Today's AI Briefing
Physical AI regulation accelerates. EU AI Act Phase 1 takes effect, making governance compliance urgent for manufacturing and logistics —
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AI × Logistics
Amazon announces 1M warehouse robot deployment, targeting 35% logistics cost reduction
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Regulation × EU
3 things Japanese companies must check now as EU AI Act takes effect
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SCM × Geopolitics
Trump Tariffs 2.0 — Asian manufacturing supply chain restructuring accelerates
Seminars
Seminars & Training
Providing the mindset and practical knowledge needed for the AI era, tailored for executives and executive candidates. 20+ public speaking engagements since 2025.
SEMINAR 01
The AI Frontier — For Leaders Driving Transformation
A comprehensive 3-hour program covering the latest global trends, use cases across 10 industries, and key principles for AI implementation. For executives and next-generation leaders.
SEMINAR 02
The Physical AI Shock — Robots Reshaping Industry and Work
Explore global trends in Physical AI and the 3-year outlook. Covers sector-specific impacts on manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and construction. Includes a workshop to design your company's AI collaboration blueprint.
SEMINAR 03
Philosophy of Work in the AI Era — Leadership Anchored by Great Thinkers
Can you articulate why you work? Drawing on 7 thinkers from Ancient Greece to modern political philosophy, this program cultivates the intellectual depth to lead and define the meaning of work in the AI era.
SEMINAR 04
Responsible Management and AI
The era where "I didn't know" is no longer an excuse has quietly begun. From the Manhattan Project's lessons to the EU AI Act, US Executive Orders, and Japan's AI Promotion Act — training leaders to use AI responsibly.
Articles & News
Articles & News
Expert View
Expert View
03.31.2026
The Iran Conflict and Hormuz Crisis: Supply Chain Resilience Strategies for Japanese Businesses
Following the U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran in late February 2026, the Strait of Hormuz situation changed dramatically. This article examines the crisis structure — transmitting through four channels: energy, maritime transport, non-energy materials, and policy intervention — and the cross-functional responses companies must adopt.
Media
02.20.2026
Published by WEF: After ChatGPT, 'Physical AI' Is Next. Can We Afford Failures in the Real World?
Field Report
11.22.2025
Guest Lecture at Aoyama Business School on 'The Entrepreneur's Responsibility in the Age of AI'
Field Report
06.07.2025
CEO Ariki Ono Speaks at LOGISTICS DX SUMMIT 2025 — Envisioning the Future of Generative AI and Logistics
Case Study
03.30.2025
Planning and Contributing to Sigmaxyz's 'Logistics Transformation' White Paper
Case Study
05.01.2024
Contributing to JILS 'People × Transformation' White Paper — Advocating for Advanced Logistics Talent Development and CLO Appointment
Contact
AI, New Business, Research, Education — Let's Talk
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