Seijo University　Mr. Kazufumi Yaji

Expectations for the Osaka-Kansai Expo

I expect the Expo to gain momentum and attract growing interest from many people in the near future. Significant investments have been made in the Signature Pavilions, and I believe they will offer engaging and exciting experiences.

Expectations for DOIC

I hope that initiatives utilizing modern technologies, such as the metaverse, will be more clearly positioned within the overall framework of the Expo and promoted effectively. I would like to see greater communication about DOIC being part of the Expo, and I hope it will gain visibility and excitement alongside the Expo itself.

Overview of Our Organization / University / Research

「Study on the Role of the Intellectual Property System in Developing Countries」
This research investigates the impact of intellectual property rights (such as patent rights, design rights, and trademark rights) on the economy in developing countries, focusing on multiple selected nations.

「Examination of the SDGs Wedding Cake Model in Developing Countries」
This research investigates the impact of intellectual property rights (such as patent rights, design rights, and trademark rights) on the economy in developing countries, focusing on multiple selected nations.

Profile

1994: Joined the Japan Patent Office, Ministry of International Trade and Industry
1999: Studied abroad at the University of Southern California
2001: Deputy Director, University Collaboration Promotion Office, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
2007: Associate Professor, Graduate School of International Corporate Strategy, Hitotsubashi University
2014–2018: Director of Robotics Division, Director of Vehicle Control Division, Director of Lighting Division
2018: Head of IP & Standards Unit, NEDO (New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization)
2020: Chief Administrative Judge, Japan Patent Office
2021: Professor, Faculty of Social Innovation, Seijo University (current position)