The global environment crisis, coupled with pressing social and economic challenges, are increasingly putting pressure on Japan to make the transition to more sustainable socio-economic systems to build a more prosperous and inclusive future. In its 2020-2021 term, the Global Future Council on Japan will bring together a multi-stakeholder expert group to formulate a new vision and path for Japan’s sustainable transition, focusing primarily on the food system and the circular economy, two of the most critical areas for a country that relies heavily on global food and natural resources.

Co-chairs

Shinjiro Koizumi, Minister of the Environment of Japan

Naoko Ishii, Professor, Institute for Future Initiative, University of Tokyo, Japan

Council Managers

Makiko Eda, Chief Representative Officer, Japan; Member of the Executive Committee, Tokyo Office, World Economic Forum

Saya Nagasawa, Coordinator, Tokyo Office, World Economic Forum

Kazuya Okubo, Government Engagement Lead, Tokyo Office, World Economic Forum