Rakuten
= Optimism.
The largest annual business event hosted by the Rakuten Group.
Technology, sustainability, mobile, e-commerce, fintech, marketing and more.
Rakuten Optimism 2022 welcomes many of the world's top luminaries and business leaders to reflect on the myriad ways in which the world is changing around us, the challenges facing society, the possibilities created by digitalization and how our lives can be enriched as a result.
Discover new ideas and gain fresh perspectives while looking ahead to an even brighter future.
Timetable
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DAY 1
9.28(Wed)
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DAY 2
9.29(Thu)
9:30-9:45
Opening Movie: Rakuten Optimism 2022 Welcome and Introduction
Opening Movie
Rakuten Optimism 2022 Welcome and Introduction
9:45-10:10
How Corporations Can Take the Lead in Combatting Climate Change
10:15-10:45
Rakuten Optimism 2022 Main Keynote
10:45-11:15
How Will Web3 Change Business and Society?
11:30-12:10
Inspiring Innovation: What Japanese Companies Need to Succeed on the Global Stage
12:10-12:50
The Entertainment of Tomorrow
12:50-13:25
New Tourism Strategies: Creating a Country Everyone Wants to Visit
13:25-14:00
Travel Trends and Experiences for Gen Z
14:10-14:35
The Best Way to Pay and Be Paid : How Payments are Connecting People and Supporting Sustainability
14:35-15:00
Rakuten's Vision for a Sustainable, Zero-Cash Society
15:10-15:40
Technology Drives Insurance DX
16:00-16:40
Getting Started with Asset Building: Sustainable Society Through Investment
16:40-17:10
Digitalization, Sustainability and Privacy: Telecom is Ready for Change
17:10-17:50
Open, Cloud-Native, Automated: A European Perspective on the Future of Mobile Networks
9:10-9:25
Rakuten Optimism 2022: Day 2 Welcome and Introduction
9:25-10:00
Future of Global Telecom is Calling: U.S. Perspectives
10:00-10:30
How Will Data and AI Change the World?
10:30-11:00
The Moonshot Mindset: How Marketing and Innovation are Changing the Game
11:10-11:50
Public/Private Leadership: Japan & U.S. Perspectives
12:00-12:30
How Super Apps are Creating Economic Empowerment on the Global Stage
12:40-13:05
Fan-Centric Entertainment and the Success of BTS: In Conversation with HYBE America
13:20-14:00
Creating Sustainable Futures Through Dialogue
14:15-14:45
Digital Transformation for All: Political Perspectives on the Unfolding Digital Revolution and the Ideal Society of Tomorrow
14:45-15:15
What Data Means for the Future of Advertising
15:30-16:00
Data Centers that Support Sustainable Living: Visions of Japan's Future
16:00-16:30
Navigating Challenges and Opportunities for Energy Transformation
16:50-17:20
Digital Transformation and SDGs: Why Do So Many Companies Only Call for Change Instead of Driving It?
17:20-18:00
Aiming for the Top: Rakuten Mobile's Current and Future Initiatives to be the No. 1 Carrier (TBC)
Rakuten Optimism 2022 Moderator
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Harry Sugiyama
Television Celebrity
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Ayako Kisa
Freelance Announcer
*Please note that the schedule and the content of the sessions are subject to change.
Event Overview
- Date and time
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- Venue
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Virtual Business Conference
- Fee
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Free (registration required)
Sponsor
Diamond
Platinum
FAQ
Questions about registering for the event.
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How do I register for this event?
Please register the event following the instructions from Rakuten.
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How do I know if my registration was successful?
After completing the registration process by clicking the Apply button on the registration form, a Registration Complete email will automatically be sent to the email address you registered.
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I have not received my registration confirmation email.
Please be sure to check your spam or junk email folders as well, just in case. Depending on your email settings, we may be unable to send emails to you, so please check your mail reception settings.
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Can I register multiple participants with a single registration?
A single email address can be used to register for one participant only.
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Do I need to register for the various Business Conference sessions individually?
No, you do not. Once you have registered once, you will have access to view all Business Conference sessions.
Questions about registered information.
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I forgot my email address
The address you received your application completion email is the email address you registered with us.
Please search the email subject title below.
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I forgot my password.
Before log-in: You can change your password by clicking "Forgot Password" on the "Login Only" page.
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How can I change the email address I used to register?
You can change the email address at your My Page after registering.
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Is it possible to change my registration information after I’ve registered?
You can change your registration information (email address and password only) at your My Page after registering.
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How do I stop receiving mail magazine emails?
After logging in, you can unsubscribe from the mail magazine by clicking "Click here to unsubscribe from the mail magazine" shown at the bottom of the campaign page.
Questions about streaming the event.
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How do I watch the event live?
You can watch the event live from here: https://optimism.rakuten.co.jp/en/
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Is it possible to connect to multiple devices using a single account?
It is possible to watch the event live from multiple devices (PC, SP, etc.) using a single account.
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Does it cost money to stream the event?
No. All sessions are available to watch free of charge. (Registration required. )
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I have registered, but I will not be able to watch the event and would like to cancel my registration.
Cancellation is not necessary. Every session will be archived for later viewing, and you will be able to use the information you used to register in order to view the archived sessions.
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If the person who originally registered becomes unable to watch, can the same registered account be used by someone else?
One account is created per user, so please register for a separate account.
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Is photography or video/audio recording of the event permitted?
The livestream (including audio) is protected by copyright law and other laws and regulations. Filming, recording, or any reproduction of the livestream, whether for commercial or private use, is strictly prohibited. Unauthorized reproduction or sharing may result in legal liability.
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I am unable to hear the audio.
Depending on your browser settings, video playback may be muted. Please check the volume buttons at the bottom of the playback screen. Please also check to ensure that your speakers, headphones or earphones are not muted.
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The streaming video cannot be displayed in full screen mode.
Safari browser on iOS (iPhone) is not able to use the enlargement function of the video. We apologize for the inconvenience, but please use a different browser/device to view the video.
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The video delivery is disturbed/stopped working.
Please press the reload button on your browser and wait to see if the problem is resolved. If the problem continues, please try watching the video in a different browser/device.
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Is it possible to begin watching the event mid-stream?
It is possible, but if an event is joined mid-stream, returning to the beginning of the session is not possible. However, archived versions of the videos can be stopped and started at any point.
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What are the system requirements for streaming this event?
The following are the recommended system specifications.
Smartphone or tablet:
iOS 12.0+ (with the latest version of Safari)
Android OS 6.0+ (with the latest version of Google Chrome)
PC:
The latest version of Windows 10 (with the latest version of Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, or Firefox)
Mac OS 10.14.6, 10.15.6+ (with the latest version of Google Chrome, Safari, or Firefox)
Note:
A fast and stable internet connection is required to stream Rakuten Optimism 2022. Please ensure that you are not out of range or in a weak signal area, and that you have enough data available.
Questions about archived version distribution.
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I am unable to stream the event live. Will an archived version be made available?
Yes. Archived versions of all sessions are planned for distribution. You can watch them using your registered login information.（Some programs are not available for archived viewing.）
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When will the archived version be distributed?
Once the livestream has finished, archived versions will be made available on the Rakuten Optimism 2022 official site as soon as possible.（Scheduled for delivery on 9/30)
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Where can I watch the archived version?
Archived versions will be available for access on the Rakuten Optimism 2022 official site.
Question about NBA Japan Games 2022 Ticket Giveaway Campaign.
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I want to check the details of the campaign and the ticket.
Please check the campaign page.
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How do I sign up the campaign?
After registering for Optimism, you can apply for this campaign from the campaign page.
Please contact us if you are unable to find the answer to your question in this FAQ.
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