5/27/2026 (WED) 16:30 ～ 17:10K1-7WJWTPKeynote Speech Venue
Rakuten Mobile's Open RAN Strategy and Next-Generation Communication Driven by AI
Rakuten Mobile is pioneering innovative technologies, centered on Open RAN and AI, for the commercial operation of its virtualized Open RAN network, and is expanding its accumulated expertise globally. In this presentation, we will introduce our initiatives for the 6G era, including AI utilization and NTN.
Rakuten Mobile, Inc.
Innovation Program Development Business DepartmentGeneral ManagerMitsuhiro Kuchitsu
15+ years in mobile network development & verification.
Joined Rakuten Mobile after telecom equipment vendor.
Key contributor to 4G/5G virtualized RAN commercial deployment & Japan OTIC establishment (O-RAN ALLIANCE).
Currently heads Innovation Project Development Division, Rakuten Mobile.
Japan OTIC executive board: Promotes Open RAN globally.
Leads R&D projects: Open RAN for NTN, AI, Cloud.
Drives 6G joint verification with universities & private firms.
Joined Rakuten Mobile after telecom equipment vendor.
Key contributor to 4G/5G virtualized RAN commercial deployment & Japan OTIC establishment (O-RAN ALLIANCE).
Currently heads Innovation Project Development Division, Rakuten Mobile.
Japan OTIC executive board: Promotes Open RAN globally.
Leads R&D projects: Open RAN for NTN, AI, Cloud.
Drives 6G joint verification with universities & private firms.
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