Iris Plaza's President Iwasaki to Speak at 'Commerce NEXT' In-Person Networking Event on Post-Pandemic V-Shaped Recovery

Ryota Iwasaki, President of Iris Plaza, to take the stage

Nihon Ryutsu Sangyo Shimbunsha, publisher of the e-commerce industry newspaper 'Japan Net Economy News,' will host a large-scale online seminar event titled 'Commerce NEXT by Japan Net Economy News' on Wednesday, June 24 and Thursday, June 25, 2026. Additionally, an in-person networking event will be held on Thursday, July 23.

For the special session at the in-person event, Ryota Iwasaki, Director and President of Iris Plaza, has been confirmed as a speaker.

The session title is: 'V-Shaped Recovery from Post-Pandemic Demand Decline! Iris Plaza's Practical Balance Theory: Not Choosing Between Marketplaces and In-House E-Commerce.'

Session Content

Iris Plaza, which operates the e-commerce sites for the Iris Group, experienced a sales decline due to the post-pandemic backlash of earlier demand surges, yet has achieved a V-shaped recovery in performance. This turnaround was driven by a multichannel strategy that effectively balances marketplace platforms and in-house e-commerce.

In this session, President Iwasaki will personally share Iris Plaza's e-commerce strategy, covering topics such as: 'A role-based mindset for marketplaces and in-house EC,' 'Practical solutions to leverage marketplaces without over-reliance,' and 'Failed channel strategies and the process of correction.'

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Profile of Ryota Iwasaki, President of Iris Plaza

Joined Iris Ohyama in 2004. Held various roles including sales for major retail chains and head of manufacturing business divisions. Engaged in e-commerce operations since 2016, and assumed his current role in 2022. Emphasizes on-site-driven decision-making and speed, driving business growth by leveraging product characteristics across diverse categories—from food and daily necessities to home appliances and furniture. Post-pandemic, he has focused on customer data, CRM initiatives, and improving convenience, practicing sustainable e-commerce management across both marketplace and in-house platforms.

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Diverse Sessions Offered

The online sessions feature a wide range of programs. Keynote speakers include leading commerce companies such as L'Oréal Japan, World, Kyusai, and THE RICH, as well as key figures from trending platforms like LINE Yahoo and TikTok Shop.

Additionally, specialists in e-commerce site development, marketing, payments, and security will present the 'next moves' and 'next-generation strategies' for the e-commerce industry.

Key Visual for 'Commerce NEXT'

This seminar event is packed with insights and know-how on the most critical topics in the e-commerce industry: 'AI utilization,' 'SNS strategies,' 'inflation countermeasures,' 'CX improvement,' and 'security.' All sessions are professionally recorded in a dedicated studio, delivered as rich, program-style videos.

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In-Person Networking Event on July 23

In addition to the online seminar, an in-person networking event will be held on Thursday, July 23, 2026.

The event will feature a special lecture by Ryota Iwasaki, President of Iris Plaza. Also planned is a panel discussion between Fana (Seonghwan Kim), Senior Managing Executive Officer and CEO of Healthcare Company at Euglena, and Yuzuru Nishimori, direct marketing CRM expert.

Reporters from 'Japan Net Economy News' will also attend the in-person event, facilitating high-quality networking among leading e-commerce businesses.

Three Exclusive Benefits for Registered Attendees

Receive the '<2026 Edition> Top 200 Online Retail Sales Ranking' data report

※Condition: Attend the seminar and complete the survey

Eligibility to attend the pre-registered, invitation-only in-person networking event

※Attendance is limited; registration does not guarantee entry

Access to archived recordings upon timely registration

※Archive viewing period: June 26 to July 24

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Event Overview

Event Name: 'Commerce NEXT by Japan Net Economy News'

Dates: <Online> Wednesday, June 24 and Thursday, June 25, 2026, 10:00–16:00 JST <In-Person> Thursday, July 23, 2026

Venue/Streaming: <Online> Streamed via EventHub <In-Person> Conference hall in Chuo City, Tokyo (exact location provided upon invitation)

Organizer: Nihon Ryutsu Sangyo Shimbunsha Co., Ltd. ('Japan Net Economy News')

Admission: Free (prior registration required)

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[Contact]

Nihon Ryutsu Sangyo Shimbunsha Co., Ltd. ('Japan Net Economy News')

'Commerce NEXT' Secretariat

Email: event@nb-club.com