YUJI YAZAWA
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On April 12, 2019 (Friday), Giveness International hosted the "Well-Being 3.0 Conference."
With the theme of "Realizing PERMA and Innovation Through Well-Being," we present photos of this event featuring seven sessions and 20 speakers.

Opening Talk: Yuka Shimada × Yuji Yazawa

Greetings from the hosts, Yuji Yazawa and Yuka Shimada. The venue was already charged with anticipation.

Session 1: “Achievements and Future Developments in Well-Being Research”

Dr. Seligman took the stage amid applause. Dr. Seligman spoke on his latest research, sometimes engaging with Dr. Diener. Inspired by insights from meetings with experts and his experiences in Japan, he added new content to share on the night before his talk. Dr. Diener took the stage to discuss the impact of "love" on well-being. Moderator Yuka Shimada joined in for a discussion.

Session 2: “Challenges and Future Directions in Well-Being Research” with a Presentation by Yoshiki Ishikawa

Exploring how well-being has been studied and its expected future developments and applications. The microphone was then passed to Takashi Inoue.
Inoue shared his thoughts on the establishment of the LIFULL Foundation to support research on the "science of well-being." Professors Dominic Chen from Waseda University and Masatada Kobayashi, CPO of Rakuten, shared their views. Dr. Seligman responded to questions from the stage.
Dr. Diener returned to the stage to share his own insights.

Session 3: “How Does Well-Being Change How We Live?”

The session opened with Kenji Kobashi sharing stories from his life.
The hardship of shifting from "want" to "have to." What does it mean to be true to oneself? A lively discussion unfolded between Ms. Hiroko Mima and Shimada. Yukihiro Hata, CPO of LIFULL, passionately spoke about creating "Japan's Most Desirable Company." Shimada, CHRO of Unilever Japan, joined in the conversation enthusiastically. Kenji Kobashi continued, speaking about the Buddhist concept of the “middle path,” and encouraging others to encounter new experiences that bring awareness and excitement.

Session 4: “Advancements in Technology and Measuring Well-Being”

Session 4 began with Dr. Lyle Ungar, an authority on well-being measurement. Using Twitter to measure life satisfaction. Kazuo Yano from Hitachi shared insights from data collected by wearable devices. Dr. Diener listened attentively to Yano’s presentation. Rakuten CDO Takuya Kitagawa. Dominic Chen, sharing his perspective on well-being based on his service’s feedback. Chen led a discussion as moderator.

Session 5: “Differences in Well-Being Between the US, Japan, and UAE”

Session 5 opened with a presentation by Masaki Nomura. Rev. Ryojun Shionuma shared his insights on happiness and well-being, drawing from his intense training experiences.

Session 6: “Practical and Multi-Domain Applications of Well-Being Research”

Professor Takashi Maeno from Keio University explained the four factors of happiness and how they relate to PERMA. Prime Minister Yukio Hatoyama discussed the connection between his philosophy of “fraternity” and well-being.

Session 7: “Well-Being 3.0”

The final session brought together Yuka Shimada, Yuji Yazawa, Takashi Inoue, and Chairperson Ryuosuke Ikeda. With well-being at the core of its corporate philosophy, Will Group Chairperson Ikeda spoke on how “well-being” is the most important performance metric. The session ended as Shimada invited everyone to experience the warm glow of “Bamboo Light Art” by Chisao Ikeda, closing the event in a serene atmosphere. Well-being is an academic pursuit that seeks to improve how we live. Although it’s a universal concept, it has often been overlooked amid rapid social and technological advancements.
Thank you for joining us.
GIVENESS INTERNATIONAL

Well-Being 3.0 Conference

［Conference Overview］
▼ Date & Time
April 12, 2019 (Fri) 13:00-19:30

▼ Venue
Bellesalle Onarimon Tower, 3F Hall

▼ Attendance
Approx. 400

▼ Participation Fee (receipts available)
Conference Pass (General): ¥15,000
Student Pass: ¥1,000
Country Pass (Regional Discount): ¥8,000

▼ Host
GIVENESS INTERNATIONAL

▼ Major Sponsors
LIFULL Corporation
LIFULL Foundation
Will Group, Inc.
Unilever Japan Holdings
Next Wisdom Foundation
Bears Inc.
East Asia Community Institute Foundation
Habitech Inc.
Akatsuki Corporation
I&C Cruise Corporation
Sharing Energy Co., Ltd.
Oneness Group Foundation

▼ Speakers
Martin Seligman (University of Pennsylvania)
Ed Diener (University of Illinois)
Lyle Ungar (University of Pennsylvania)
Takashi Inoue (LIFULL Corporation CEO)
Ryosuke Ikeda (Will Group Chairman)
Yoshiki Ishikawa (LIFULL Foundation Representative/Medical Doctor)
Yuka Shimada (Unilever Japan CHRO)
Ryoun Shionuma (Daiajari Chief Priest of Fukujusan Jigenji Temple)
Takashi Maeno (Keio University Graduate School)
Dominic Chen (Waseda University Associate Professor)
Masatada Kobayashi (Rakuten Executive Vice President & CPO)
Kenji Kobashi (LeaR Representative/Creative Director)
Hiroko Mima (Miss Universe Japan/National Director)
Yukihiro Hata (LIFULL Executive Officer CPO)
Masaya Kobayashi (Chiba University Graduate School)
Takuya Kitagawa (Rakuten Executive Vice President & CDO)
Kazuo Yano (Hitachi Fellow)
Yukio Hatoyama (East Asia Community Institute Chairman)
Yuji Yazawa (Giveness International Founder)

For inquiries about the conference and other questions:

Conference Secretariat (info@giveness-i.com)
Video footage of the conference will be available for pre-order from mid-August.