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Eiji TOYOKAWA
Head of Startup Relations at KDDI Corporation
Eiji Toyokawa is the Head of the Startup Relations Group at KDDI Corporation, a major telecommunications company in Japan. In this role, he is responsible for fostering relationships with startups, particularly in the context of KDDI's initiatives to leverage innovation and technology from emerging companies. His focus includes investing in startups and facilitating their entry into the Japanese market, which is known for its unique challenges.
Prior to his current position, Toyokawa held roles at KDDI America, where he engaged with U.S. startups and explored opportunities for collaboration and investment. His experience highlights KDDI's strategy of partnering with innovative firms to enhance its service offerings and adapt to the rapidly changing technological landscape.134
Toyokawa's work is part of a broader trend in Japan's corporate landscape, where companies are increasingly recognizing the need to engage with smaller, agile firms to drive innovation and remain competitive in the global market.2
