[May 22 Osaka] 15-Year-Old Student Entrepreneur Nikoru Kondo to Speak at DX Education Facility 'Hero Egg'

Meta Heroes Co., Ltd. will hold a special event on Friday, May 22, 2026, at the DX education facility 'Hero Egg' (inside Namba Parks), featuring a solo presentation by 15-year-old student entrepreneur Nikoru Kondo (CEO of EdFusion Co., Ltd.). Under the theme of the catalyst for starting a business and nurturing next-generation leaders, the event explores hints that adults should learn from a 15-year-old's candid perspective.

Meta Heroes Co., Ltd. will host "15-Year-Old Entrepreneur Talks About the Catalyst for Management: Student Entrepreneur Nikoru Kondo x Meta Heroes" at the DX education facility "Hero Egg" on Friday, May 22, 2026. This event will feature Nikoru Kondo, who serves as the President and CEO of EdFusion Co., Ltd. at the age of 15, as a special guest. It is an event where executives interested in AI reskilling and Metaverse education, as well as business professionals in the child-rearing generation who are worried about future education, can gain new insights.

Speaker Profile:
Nikoru Kondo (15 years old)
President and CEO, EdFusion Co., Ltd.
- Established sole proprietorship "EdFusion" at age 13
- Special Award in STAPS, a student entrepreneur development program sponsored by Aichi Prefecture (operated by STATION Ai)
- Conducted 104 lectures annually in 2025
- Producer of events related to the Osaka-Kansai Expo
- Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Award at a contest sponsored by the Junior Chamber International Japan
- Selected for Forbes JAPAN "30 Women Changing the World in the Technology Field"

In today's rapidly changing world, the use of AI in companies, the development of DX human resources, and AI reskilling have become urgent social issues. At the same time, many adults are exploring what kind of educational environment should be provided to the children who will bear the future of society. In this event, Ms. Kondo will delve into her original experiences and the catalyst for "why she chose the path of management at the age of 15." By coming into contact with the real voice and source of action of a student entrepreneur from the standpoint of an executive or parent, we provide an opportunity to incorporate new perspectives into your own business strategy and policy for nurturing next-generation leaders.

Under the vision of "Society 5.0 x SDGs x HERO," our company operates "Hero Egg" as a place where anyone can learn about AI and the Metaverse, regardless of age or environment. Nikoru Kondo also has a strong passion for this facility as a producer of "Hero Egg." On the day, in addition to the trajectory of her entrepreneurship, she will also talk about her future prospects regarding what kind of adults and companies she wants to collaborate with in the future.

[Event Details]
- Event Name: 15-Year-Old Entrepreneur Talks About the Catalyst for Management: Student Entrepreneur Nikoru Kondo x Meta Heroes
- Date and Time: Friday, May 22, 2026, 17:00 Start (Doors open 16:30 / End 18:30)
- Venue: Hero Egg (Inside e-Stadium Namba Main Store, Namba Parks)
- Target Audience: Executives, corporate representatives, those interested in AI and education, business professionals with children
- Participation Fee: Free
- Capacity: First 20 people
- Organizer: Meta Heroes Co., Ltd.
- Program Highlights: Solo seminar by Nikoru Kondo, talk session, Q&A, photo session, individual networking, etc.

Now that the wave of AI is surging, the most important perspective is "how to use technology and what to leave for the next generation." The enthusiasm and candid words emitted from a 15-year-old entrepreneur will surely become a catalyst for new realizations and next actions for the participants.

About [Hero Egg]
Hero Egg is a DX education facility opened in August 2024 where you can learn about the Metaverse (XR) and AI. Located on the 1st floor of the commercial facility "Namba Parks" in Namba, Osaka, inside the "e-Stadium Namba Main Store," it offers experiential programs, seminars, and more for games and AI. It provides free educational opportunities to children who will carry the future.

[Meta Heroes Co., Ltd.]
Meta Heroes Co., Ltd. develops business under the theme of "Society 5.0 x SDGs x HERO." It is a company that primarily develops using the Metaverse and AI, operates the DX educational facility 'Hero Egg', and conducts AI corporate training for over 15,000 people in half a year, while simultaneously tackling social issues such as education, disaster prevention, and regional revitalization.