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Kyoto, Japan, June 25, 2024, Chainwire
The IVS KYOTO Executive Committee (Headline Japan, IVC, Kyoto Prefecture and Kyoto City) is excited to unveil the detailed program of IVS Crypto 2024 KYOTO with the Japan Blockchain Week Summit, set to be the main event of Japan Blockchain Week 2024 This flagship event, taking place July 4-6, 2024 at Kyoto Pulse Plaza, promises to be the definitive gateway to discover, participate in and lead Japan’s thriving Web3 industry.
Participants will have the exclusive opportunity to interact with key players driving Japan’s Web3 ecosystem. Keynote sessions will feature insights from leading figures such as representatives of the House of Representatives, the Bank of Japan, the Financial Services Agency (FSA) and the Digital Agency, outlining Japan’s national strategy for blockchain and innovation digital. Internationally renowned speakers, such as Mo Shaikh of Aptos, Yat Siu of Animoca Brands, Ray Chan of Memeland & 9GAG and Sebastien Borget of The Sandbox, will also be in attendance, offering perspectives on how global Web3 players can partner with Japanese companies and deliver answers and examples of successful partnerships.
The event will also feature contributions from gaming giants such as KONAMI, Bandai Namco, SQUARE ENIX and DeNA, as well as IP owners such as Sanrio, TOHO, KODANSHA, SHUEISHA and TV Asahi. Conglomerates such as NTT Digital, Sony Bank and SBI will also present their strategies to integrate Web3 technologies into their operations. For more details, see the full agenda: https://www.ivs.events/timetable2024-1.
The Web3 Entertainment Zone, operated by SHAKE Entertainment and supported by YGG, will offer an immersive experience that brings traditional content such as online games, anime and manga to Web3. The area showcases innovative gaming projects such as Genopet, Heroes of Mavia, MOONVEIL.GG, Ambrus Studio, Arrowiz Games, Peer and Xsolla. Here you can learn about the latest trends and technologies through panel discussions with industry leaders and enjoy game demos, interactive sessions and more.
Attendees can walk to the “Crypto Village” near the main stage to interact directly with speakers, providing a unique opportunity to build connections unlike other conferences. Additionally, this area will be home to Japan’s major crypto communities, including the JAPAN DAO Association, AiHUB and the vibrant “Crypto Cocktails”. You can also get free Japanese craft cola and craft ginger ale and enjoy the conversation.
IVS Crypto 2024 KYOTO will host more than 30 VC partners, offering participants unique opportunities to secure investments from leading Web3 venture capitalists from Japan and around the world. You can interact with 38 top VC partners and other VCs during the “Crypto Startup x VC Matching” in the VC Lounge on the afternoon of July 5th.
This year marks the third edition of IVS Crypto’s renowned Web3 Demoday “THE DEMODAY”, the largest in Japan. It’s an exclusive opportunity to meet the best developers and discover pioneering projects ready to shape the future of Web3.
Furthermore, a special highlight of IVS Crypto is the AIxWeb3 Anime Contest, where young creators will compete in short animations created using AI technology and the Unreal Engine. Winning works will be marketed and adapted into animation, comics and games, with blockchain technology managing IP and licensing.
Kyoto will transform into a vibrant Web3 innovation hub with over 200 side events, making it the largest Web3 carnival in Japan. Participants can enjoy a multitude of activities while experiencing Kyoto’s rich cultural heritage. As one of the most exciting side events, don’t miss the IVC opening party on July 4th, organized by IVC and sponsored by Bybit and Memeland, with attractions such as the Kyoto Evangelion base and samurai sword fighting show : https://lu.ma/qb3q057l 
Additionally, we are excited to invite business leaders and investors interested in expanding into Japan to join us for a special networking event. The event will take place on the evenings of July 5th in a historic building reserved exclusively for this occasion, the “IVS HOUSE”. This specially organized place will offer an unforgettable experience. All foreign guests are welcome: https://lu.ma/gl233xa7
For a complete list of side events, visit: https://lu.ma/ivs-jp
Japan Blockchain Week 2024: One of the largest event series on Earth
Japan Blockchain Week 2024 is expected to attract over 50,000 participants, making it one of the largest Web3 event series globally. The detailed calendar of events for Japan Blockchain Week 2024 is as follows:
- July 16: “Web3 Future 2024” hosted by Ginco Co., Ltd.
- July 17-19: “DCENTRAL Tokyo 2024” hosted by Ozaru and Cryptonauts
- July 24: “Blockchain Leaders Summit Tokyo 2024” hosted by B Dash Ventures and Hashed
- July 26-30: “EDCON TOKYO 2024” hosted by De University of Ethereum
- July 31: “PlasmaCon” hosted by INTMAX
For more details on Japan Blockchain Week 2024, please visit the official website: https://japanblockchainweek.jp/
We extend our gratitude to our key partners whose support ensures the success of this monumental event. Our Diamond Sponsor, Yield Guild Games and YGG Japan, have been instrumental in the Web3 Entertainment Zone, demonstrating their dedication to the “play and earn” movement. YGG, or Yield Guild Games, is the world’s largest decentralized gaming guild, leading the “play and earn” movement globally, while YGG Japan focuses on the Japanese market, promoting local participation in “play and earn” games “global. Our Platinum sponsors include Aptos, Animechain.ai, AKA Virtual and Memeland. Gold sponsors include Oasys, double jump.tokyo, Avalanche, Alibaba Cloud, Japan Open Chain, SBI Holdings, LINE NEXT/DOSI/Kaia, Vyvo Smart Chain, GSR, Zeus Network, Shib.io, Slash Vision Labs, CARV, Fireblocks , Aethir, CESS Network, A41, XAI, Peer and Xsolla.
Join us at IVS Crypto 2024 KYOTO and become part of the exclusive gateway to Japan’s Web3 frontier. Experience firsthand the excitement and opportunities that await you in Japan’s dynamic Web3 landscape. Tickets are selling out quickly and we will close registration once the venue reaches capacity.
Information about the IVS KYOTO Executive Committee
The IVS KYOTO Executive Committee was established with Headline Japan, IVC, Kyoto Prefecture and Kyoto City to further develop the startup ecosystem and promote local industry through IVS in Kyoto. Our goal is to merge startups with Kyoto’s corporate, university, research and cultural resources, leading to the creation of new industries and globally competitive startups.
Website: https://www.ivs.events/crypto
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