Kenichiro Yoshida
Chairman of the Board

In recent years, the rapid expansion of AI applications, diversification of online content, and growing demand for reliable communications at large-scale events have significantly increased expectations for higher data capacity, real-time performance, and system stability. Consequently, the importance of information and communications infrastructure – including the use of radio waves – has become more critical than ever.

At the same time, Japan faces pressing social and economic challenges, such as a declining working-age population and the need to enhance productivity. There is also a growing demand to build a resilient social system capable of withstanding natural disasters.

Radio waves play a vital role in supporting such systems by enabling robust communications infrastructure and facilitating rapid information sharing through IoT technology. Considering these social and economic challenges, our organization is working to further promote the effective use of radio waves to enhance the quality of life for the public and foster the growth of the industries that support radio communications.

Regarding Beyond 5G/6G, the Advanced Wireless Communication Study Committee is examining the technical requirements for IMT-2030 radio interfaces. In parallel, the XG Mobile Promotion Forum (XGMF), for which we serve as the secretariat, is actively advancing studies of 6G wireless technologies and so on, strengthening international collaboration with overseas 6G promotion bodies, and promoting the broader adoption of 5G and local 5G systems.

In the field of ITS, the ITS Info-communications Forum, for which we serve as the secretariat, is actively promoting studies on the development and deployment of key technologies essential for the social implementation of autonomous driving, as well as promoting the development of guidelines/standard specifications and international collaboration.

In the broadcasting field, as the surrounding environment continues to change, we are working on the development of standard specifications that respond to technological advancements, including broadcasting systems and studio equipment, and are actively contributing to international standardization activities.

In addition, we are promoting a wide range of initiatives, including consulting services such as Dynamic Spectrum Sharing, public awareness activities such as hosting lectures and publishing journals, and collaboration with related standardization organizations.

Together with our members and in cooperation with relevant organizations, we will continue to make every effort to advance the radio industry. We sincerely appreciate your continued support and cooperation.