Turning Passion into Earning Power: How to Nurture the Talent that Will Shape Japan in 2040

Will Japan in 2040 still be shaped by deviation scores (Hensachi) and uniform career paths? This session begins with that fundamental question. As AI advances and the future grows more unpredictable, perhaps the true source of the “earning power” needed to thrive lies in the passion — the natural suki or love — that children are born with. What kind of education best nurtures individual potential? How can creativity translate directly into business? What defines globally competitive talent, and what critical challenges must Japan’s education system now face? Through these perspectives, this session will explore the “future talent profile of 2040” and propose practical approaches to developing it. A must-attend discussion for leaders who care about cultivating the next generation that will shape Japan’s future.