Reasons Why Major Companies Are Tackling the Fisheries Industry Now - The Forefront of New Business Development Through Land-Based Aquaculture and Aquaponics - "Why Fisheries Now? The Real Reasons Why Different Industries Have Stepped In"

A 90-minute seminar where companies and businesses newly challenging the fisheries sector share the reality of their entry. Focusing on land-based aquaculture and aquaponics, we will share the struggles, rewards, and future prospects of business development.

Date and Time: July 16, 2026 (Thu) 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM (Advance registration required)

Venue: Aquaponics & Land-Based Aquaculture Equipment Exhibition 2026 Seminar Venue

Tokyo Big Sight South 1 & 2 Hall

Nikken Lease Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Hiroshi Kaneko) will hold the exhibition seminar "Reasons Why Major Companies Are Tackling the Fisheries Industry Now - The Forefront of New Business Development Through Land-Based Aquaculture and Aquaponics - 'Why Fisheries Now? The Real Reasons Why Different Industries Have Stepped In'" on July 16, 2026 (Thu) from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM at the Aquaponics & Land-Based Aquaculture Equipment Exhibition 2026. Please apply for participation through the official exhibition seminar application site (https://www.tenjikai-uketsuke.com/form/gpec2026/seminar/).

This seminar will feature company representatives, business development managers, and producers who have newly entered or are in the process of entering the fisheries sector. They will share why they are tackling the fisheries industry, what challenges they have faced in their actual endeavors, what joys and rewards they have experienced, and what future visions they hold, targeting companies, municipalities, and stakeholders considering entry into the fisheries sector.

The fisheries and aquaculture sector holds immense potential in areas such as food supply, utilization of regional resources, environmental response, logistics, and tourism/education. However, it also presents numerous challenges for commercialization, including technology, on-site operations, sales channels, profitability, and internal understanding. This seminar will focus on the "reality of entry" from players who have actually taken the first step, rather than just showcasing completed success stories.

Seminar Overview

Title

Reasons Why Major Companies Are Tackling the Fisheries Industry Now

- The Forefront of New Business Development Through Land-Based Aquaculture and Aquaponics -

"Why Fisheries Now? The Real Reasons Why Different Industries Have Stepped In"

Date and Time

July 16, 2026 (Thu) 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Venue

Seminar Venue, Tokyo Big Sight South 1 & 2 Hall

Format

Panel Discussion

Target Audience

Companies considering entry into the fisheries, land-based aquaculture, and aquaponics sectors, new business managers, municipalities, food service, distribution, logistics, and equipment-related companies, etc.

How to Participate

Please apply through the official exhibition seminar application site. https://www.tenjikai-uketsuke.com/form/gpec2026/seminar/

Key Topics

Why are we working in the fisheries sector now?

Difficulties and challenges encountered after entering the fisheries sector

The joy and rewards of fish growing, being delivered, and being eaten

The significance of collaboration among different industries, major companies, local producers, and equipment/logistics support companies

Messages to companies considering entry into the fisheries sector

Speaker Introductions

MC

Mr. Kazuo Nagasaki Representative Director, Sakana Production Co., Ltd.

Lecturer at Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology. Author of "Fish Business." He communicates about the fisheries industry, including land-based aquaculture, in an easy-to-understand manner through media and other channels.

Panelist

Mr. Ryosuke Tanaka Long-Term Strategy Office, Keio Corporation

Proposed an aquaponics business through Keio Corporation's employee-initiated new business system. Engaged in a demonstration project combining Okutama yamame trout and wasabi.

Panelist

Mr. Ryo Nishikata Representative Director, Okuedo Suisan Co., Ltd.

Transitioned to the aquaculture industry after working in securities and advertising. Engaged in the production and promotion of Okutama yamame trout, aiming to revitalize the fisheries industry in the region.

Panelist

Mr. Yukihiro Yoshida Manager, Business Development Department, Sales Division, Nikken Lease Co., Ltd.

In charge of new business development in the fisheries sector. Working on creating equipment, logistics, and systems to support the fisheries industry, including the "Gyokatsu Box" and aquaculture support products utilizing fine bubble technology.

About Nikken Lease Co., Ltd.

Nikken Lease Co., Ltd. operates rental businesses for construction temporary materials, logistics equipment, and nursing care products, while also advancing initiatives in the fisheries sector within new business areas. In the fisheries sector, the company promotes the creation of equipment, logistics, and systems that support the industry, not just fish production, through products such as the "Gyokatsu Box" for live fish transportation and aquaculture support products utilizing fine bubble technology.

Nikken Lease Co., Ltd. Overview

【Company Information】

Founded: 1967 (59th year since founding)

Business Activities: Equipment rental business (comprehensive rental services)

Sales: Approximately 103.7 billion yen (September 2025)

Employees: Approximately 2,250 (as of September 2025)

Assets: Approximately 272.0 billion yen

Company HP: https://www.nrg.co.jp/nikkenlease/

- Land-Based Aquaculture Business

https://miho-salmon.com/

- Live Fish Transportation System "Gyokatsu Box®" Rental Business

https://gyokatsu.com/

- Live Fish Procurement and Sales Business

https://iki-iki-osakana.net/

- Fine Bubble Related Business

https://nikkensuisan.com/finebubbles/

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