Conference | Wireless Japan × Wireless Technology Park 2026

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Keynote / Special Speech 5/27 (WED)

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10:30	10:30 ～ 11:10K1-1 Trend in Radio Policies in Japan Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications Telecommunications Bureau Director-General Radio Department Hisashi Onaga
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11:30	11:30 ～ 12:10K1-2 Co-evolution" of Terahertz Wireless and Existing Systems National Institute of Information and Communications Technology Beyond Connectivity R&D Promotion Unit Iwao Hosako
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12:30	12:30 ～ 13:10K1-3 Trusted Connectivity Empowering an AI Native Society NEC Corporate Senior Vice President, Head of Network Solutions Business Division Takashi Sato
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13:30	13:30 ～ 14:10K1-4 Strategic Vision for Next-Generation Networks in the Digital Society (Draft) KDDI CORPORATION EVP, Chief Network Officer Kazuhiro Futuhata	13:30 ～ 14:10S1-2 AI-Native Development Environment for Next-Generation Wireless Systems -Accelerating Ideas into Reality with Model-Based Design × Generative AI- MathWorks Japan Application Engineering Manager Keitaro Otsuka
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16:30	16:30 ～ 17:10K1-7 Rakuten Mobile's Open RAN Strategy and Next-Generation Communication Driven by AI Rakuten Mobile, Inc. Innovation Program Development Business Department General Manager Mitsuhiro Kuchitsu
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Keynote / Special Speech 5/27 (WED)

5/27/2026 (WED) 10:30 ～ 11:10K1-1Keynote Speech Venue

Trend in Radio Policies in Japan

Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications

Telecommunications Bureau Director-General Radio Department

Hisashi Onaga

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5/27/2026 (WED) 11:30 ～ 12:10K1-2Keynote Speech Venue

Co-evolution" of Terahertz Wireless and Existing Systems

The next-generation mobile communication standard "6G," aiming for commercialization around 2030, plays a role that transcends mere increases in communication speed. Focusing on Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS), which highly integrate the physical and cyber worlds, and Terahertz (THz) wireless, this presentation proposes guidelines centered on the "co-evolution" with existing information and communication systems. 6G is defined not as a replacement for existing technologies, but as a "co-evolution" model where existing networks and new technologies mutually enhance each other within an AI-native environment. Furthermore, regarding design principles, we describe a shift from a "device-centric" approach to a "human-centric" perspective that blends into existing living spaces and liberates human potential. On the technical side, the discussion covers progress in prioritized frequency bands, waveform design, and compact antenna technologies, as well as challenges in radio wave propagation and device heat generation. Finally, based on the international standardization trends of ITU-R, 3GPP, and IEEE 802, we summarize the prospects for a next-generation social infrastructure where existing systems and THz technology are seamlessly integrated.

National Institute of Information and Communications Technology

Beyond Connectivity R&D Promotion Unit

Iwao Hosako

Dr. Hosako is currently the exective director of the Beyond Connectivity Research and Development Promotion Unit at the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT). He earned his Doctor of Science. in Solid-State Physics from the University of Tokyo in 1993 and joined NICT after working at NKK Co., Ltd. Since then, he has held various positions, including Director of the Wireless Network Research Center and Director of the Advanced ICT Research Institute. His research fields include terahertz technology, optoelectronics, and advanced ICT devices. He is deeply involved in standardization activities for terahertz wireless communications and currently serves as Vice Chair of the IEEE 802.15 SC-THz. In the area of Beyond 5G/6G research and development, he has led the editing and publication of NICT white papers and is focused on building relevant international collaborations. He also serves as a visiting professor at the University of Tokyo, Osaka University, and Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology. He has received numerous prestigious awards, including the Maejima Prize and the Award for Distinguished Contributions to Industry-Academia-Government Collaboration. He is a member of the IEEE, JSIR, IEICE, JSAP, and the Physical Society of Japan.

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5/27/2026 (WED) 12:30 ～ 13:10K1-3Keynote Speech Venue

Trusted Connectivity Empowering an AI Native Society

As AI continues to advance at an accelerating pace and society grows increasingly complex, our society is steadily moving toward an AI‑native paradigm. Realizing this shift requires a communications infrastructure that can reliably support real‑time AI inference and collaboration, and can be trusted as critical social infrastructure.

Centered on NEC’s concept of Trusted Connectivity, this session explores the role communications should play in an AI‑native society and presents NEC’s vision on the value it delivers through Trusted Connectivity.

NEC

Corporate Senior Vice President, Head of Network Solutions Business Division

Takashi Sato

Takashi Sato joined NEC Corporation in 1993 and has built his career in the telecommunications network domain, including software development and IP telephony. He served as General Manager of the Digital Service Solutions Business Division and later as President and CEO of NEC Communication Systems. Since 2023, he has been Corporate Senior Vice President and Head of the Network Solutions Business Division, leading NEC’s end-to-end network solutions business across mobile, core, and optical networks.

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5/27/2026 (WED) 13:30 ～ 14:10K1-4Keynote Speech Venue

Strategic Vision for Next-Generation Networks in the Digital Society (Draft)

This presentation introduces our vision for next-generation networks required in a digital society, along with our initiatives and ongoing efforts.

KDDI CORPORATION

EVP, Chief Network Officer

Kazuhiro Futuhata

Has over 30 years of experience in network development and operations in the telecommunications industry.
Engaged in technology strategy and business development for 5G/SA, core networks, and next-generation technologies.
Leads KDDI’s network organization and plays a key role in bridging frontline operations and executive management.

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5/27/2026 (WED) 16:30 ～ 17:10K1-7Keynote 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 Manager

Mitsuhiro 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.

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5/27/2026 (WED) 13:30 ～ 14:10S1-2Special Speech Venue

AI-Native Development Environment for Next-Generation Wireless Systems -Accelerating Ideas into Reality with Model-Based Design × Generative AI-

Next-generation communication systems—such as Beyond 5G/6G wireless technologies and satellite communications including NTN (Non-Terrestrial Networks)—are becoming increasingly advanced and complex. In development environments, a wide range of challenges are emerging, including the need to accommodate new technologies such as AI and the significant increase in development effort that accompanies this complexity.

At the same time, the emergence of generative AI has raised strong expectations for dramatic improvements in development productivity. However, applying generative AI to real-world development workflows presents its own challenges, particularly in ensuring reliability and trustworthiness. As a result, it is essential to carefully consider how generative AI can be effectively integrated into existing development workflows.

Model-Based Design (MBD) is a proven development methodology that improves efficiency in the design of complex systems and has been widely adopted in industries such as aerospace and automotive, where high levels of complexity and reliability are required. MATLAB and Simulink continue to evolve as a comprehensive development environment for Model-Based Design. Furthermore, with the release of the Model Context Protocol (MCP) client at the end of last year, MATLAB and Simulink can now connect with agent-based AI applications.

In this session, we will introduce the benefits of wireless communication system development using Generative AI × Model-Based Design, with a focus on the following topics, including practical use of MCP:

・Overview of Model-Based Design for wireless communication system development

・End-to-end system modeling and embedded implementation, from antennas to PHY signal processing

・Next-generation wireless communication system development using Generative AI × MBD

・Latest solutions for Beyond 5G/6G and satellite communications.

MathWorks Japan

Application EngineeringManager

Keitaro Otsuka

Mr.Otsuka began his career with major electronic manufacturer in Japan as development engineer for wireless communication systems. He worked many wireless systems developments like 3G/4G systems, and experienced whole development workflow from algorithms exploration to embedded systems implementation. In 2013, Mr.Otsuka joined MathWorks as application engineer responsible for signal/image processing, and then took on many role like computer vision, AI, and autonomoys systems such as automated driving. In early 2023, Mr.Otsuka promoted and has been responsible for communications, electronics, and semiconductor industries.

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