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Theme: Constellations

This event occurred on
January 7, 2024
Beppu, Ôita
Japan

Are constellations merely patterns of stars in the night sky, or could they hold the key to unlocking our potential and dreams? At TEDxAPU, we invite you to ponder this question as we delve into the theme, "Constellations." We challenge you to explore the constellations of your aspirations and ambitions. "Constellations". Uniting diverse perspectives, TEDxAPU explores the power of connecting seemingly unrelated fields, finding meaning in patterns, and embracing uncertainty with creativity. Like stars guiding navigators, the theme encourages storytelling to inspire and share collective wisdom. Celebrating our interconnectedness,we embark on a journey of empathy and innovation, creating a positive impact on a global scale.

Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University
1-1 十文字原
Millenium Hall
Beppu, Ôita, 874-0011
Japan
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Speakers

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Mariko Hashimoto

CEO of RECEPTIONIST
Mariko Hashimoto: Trailblazer, CEO of RECEPTIONIST, and advocate for a brighter future of workplace. She's not just breaking barriers; she's rewriting the rules.Through her cutting-edge cloud reception system, she's reshaping the landscape of work.

Mayuki Hiramatsu

Lawyer
Meet our TEDxAPU’s guest speaker - Mayuki Hiramatsu. From a grand pix’s winner of 'Tohato All Raisin Princess' Contest at 12 to representing national class action lawsuits, our TEDx speaker is nothing short of extraordinary. Born in Beppu, she's not just a lawyer but a singer, a journey that defies conventions

Minoru Asada

Director of the division of cognitive neuroscience robotics, Osaka University.
Minoru Asada is a Japanese engineering professor at the Graduate School of Engineering at Osaka University. Since the 1980s, he has done extensive research on numerous aspects of robots, such as image processing and robotic behaviors

Sherly Budiman

University Student
Growing up in Aceh, a province known for implementing strict Muslim laws, Sherly will share her stories of discovering the beauty of diversity, as a double minority, Chinese-Indonesian while traveling the world

Show Nemoto

Life Coach
Show Nemoto is a life coach who believes we should "Live your life like a movie." He has been helping people to love themselves, gain confidence, and be who they want to be.

Yooko Sakurai

Artist, poet, and CEO of Unid Corporation
Let’s meet Yooko Sakurai, the heartbeat behind yooko sakurai - a person who wears many hats - artist, poet, and CEO of Unid Corporation. Her works tell tales of a dedicated dance between the serenity of nature and the dynamic tapestry of human existence.

Organizing team

Bryan Malvino
Inkiriwang

Beppu, Japan
Organizer

Amreen
Kaur

Beppu, Japan
Co-organizer
  • Shashwat Tiwari
    Partnerships/Sponsorship