JSIE successfully held WISE Obuse 2026 in the beautiful town of Obuse, Nagano. Participants from around the world came together to exchange ideas, collaborate on innovative solutions to social challenges, and experience the unique charm and hospitality of Obuse. We hope you enjoy reading the WISE 2026 Report below.
JSIE was delighted to host WISE Suwa–Shiojiri 2025 in the beautiful town of Shimosuwa, Nagano. Participants enjoyed an inspiring social innovation workshop while experiencing the rich history and culture of the region, including a special visit to the beautiful Iwanami Family Japanese Garden. We invite you to read the WISE 2025 Report below.
JSIE successfully held WISE Nagano 2024 in the historic Zenkoji area of Nagano City. Alongside an engaging social innovation workshop, participants experienced the unique tradition of a temple stay and immersed themselves in the rich culture and history of one of Japan’s most celebrated temple towns. We hope you enjoy reading the WISE 2024 Report below.
WISE Saku–Karuizawa 2023 marked a special milestone for JSIE as our first in-person program following the COVID-19 pandemic. Held in the beautiful Saku–Karuizawa region in May 2023, the program brought together participants from diverse backgrounds for an inspiring social innovation workshop, meaningful discussions, and renewed global connections. We invite you to read the WISE 2023 Report by clicking the button below.
In collaboration with Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) in Maryland, USA, JSIE hosted WISE Youth Global 2021 as an online program from July 22–24, 2021. The program brought together 30 high school students from Japan, Canada, and the United States to develop leadership skills, exchange diverse perspectives, and collaborate on solutions to global and social challenges. We invite you to read the WISE Youth Global 2021 Report by clicking the button below.
JSIE hosted WISE Beppu 2019 at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU) in Beppu, Japan, from August 2–4, 2019. The program brought together participants from diverse backgrounds for an inspiring social innovation workshop, cross-cultural exchange, and leadership development in one of Japan’s most international university communities. We invite you to read the WISE 2019 Report by clicking the button below.
JSIE hosted Kumamoto WISE Special on May 18–19, 2019, at Parea in Kumamoto to support post-disaster recovery through leadership, social innovation, and community collaboration. The program brought together participants to develop ideas for rebuilding stronger and more resilient communities following the 2016 Kumamoto Earthquake. We invite you to read the Kumamoto WISE Special 2019 Report by clicking the button below.
WISE Kyoto 2018 marked JSIE’s first WISE program in the Kansai region. Held at andwork in Kyoto on August 25–26, 2018, the program was organized in collaboration with Impact Hub Kyoto and featured innovative mentors and speakers from Kyoto’s vibrant entrepreneurial and social innovation community. Participants collaborated on solutions to social challenges, developed leadership skills, and built meaningful connections across cultures. We invite you to read the WISE 2018 Report by clicking the button below.
JSIE hosted its third WISE Summer Program on September 2–3, 2017, at Google Japan. We are grateful to Google Japan for its generous support in providing the venue and helping bring together participants, mentors, and speakers for an inspiring leadership and social innovation program. The event fostered cross-cultural dialogue, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas among aspiring changemakers. We invite you to read the WISE 2017 Summer Program Report by clicking the button below.
WISE 2016 built on the success of JSIE’s inaugural program, bringing together emerging leaders for another inspiring weekend of leadership development and social innovation. Held at AP Tokyo from July 1–3, 2016, the program was organized in collaboration with Women’s Startup Lab and featured distinguished speakers, including Ari Horie, Founder and CEO of Women’s Startup Lab, and Dr. Sachiko Kuno, Chair of JSIE. Through interactive workshops, mentorship, and cross-cultural exchange, participants strengthened their leadership skills and expanded their global networks. We invite you to read the WISE 2016 Summer Program Report by clicking the button below. Here is 2016 Summer program details.
WISE 2015 marked the launch of JSIE’s flagship leadership program. Held at Academy Hills in Tokyo from August 1–3, 2015, the inaugural program brought together emerging leaders, distinguished speakers, and mentors committed to social innovation and global leadership. We were honored to welcome Dr. Sachiko Kuno, Chair of JSIE, along with other prominent leaders from business, academia, and the nonprofit sector, who inspired participants through their insights and experiences. We invite you to read the WISE 2015 Summer Program Report by clicking the button below.
Here is a report for the first Forum “A Look Ahead: Venture x Social Innovation x Women/Diversity”.