Food Crisis is a challenge facing the entire world.
For decades, food-related issues have drawn increasing global attention, with the United Nations playing a key role in raising awareness and fostering discussions on possible responses. While significant improvements have been seen in South Asia and Latin America, the crisis continues to expand in Africa and West Asia. Food enriches our daily lives, yet it also presents many challenges we must confront.
However, how many people have actually considered this problem? In Japan today, that number is probably quite limited. Accurately recognizing and thinking critically about a problem that feels distant is not easy.
This event will not only provide an overview of the current global food crisis but also introduce sustainable food as a promising solution. Participants will experience insect-based foods firsthand, engage in group work, and have the chance to ask candid questions about the increasingly discussed topic of cultured meat!
Why not enjoy the event while also taking this opportunity to seriously confront the food crisis?
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Guest
Eriko Hibi (Online Presentation)
Director of Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), Liaison Office in Japan
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Liaison Office in Japan was established in Yokohama in 1997 to strengthen cooperation with Japan. In addition to coordinating with the Japanese government, the office carries out outreach activities to enhance public understanding of global challenges such as food security. It also promotes collaboration with educational/research institutions and the private sector.
Tatsuya Shimizu, M.D., Ph.D.
Director & Professor of the Institute of Advanced Biomedical Engineering and Science, Tokyo Women’s Medical University (TWMU)
After graduating from the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Tokyo, he worked as a cardiologist. In 1999, he began regenerative medicine research at the Institute of Advanced Biomedical Engineering and Science, Tokyo Women’s Medical University (TWMU) using Japan’s first cell sheet technology. He was appointed Professor in 2011 and Director in 2016. His work also extends to cellular agriculture, including cultured meat.
Tomohiro Aihara
Waseda Univ. K-1 Task Force Affiliated.
Representative of the K-1 Task Force, a student organization launched under the Cabinet Office’s Moonshot Project. Centered around students from Waseda University and Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology, the group promotes the social adoption of edible insects through science workshops and public events, highlighting them as a sustainable food option.
Date & Time
Friday, Jan. 23, 2026, 5:15-7:00pm (Check in from 5:00pm)
Place
Waseda Campus
*Details sent to confirmed participants
Eligibility
Waseda Students and Faculty and Staff
Language
MC: English & Japanese
Presentation: Japanese
Group Work: Unrestricted
Q&A: Japanese
Capacity
about 80 people (by lottery, results announced on the deadline day)
Fee
Free
Application
via this form
Application Deadline
Friday, Jan. 16, 9:00am
Before Applying
Please read and confirm your understanding of ICC’s policies on Cancellation, Food allergens, Photography and Reasonable Accommodations (here).
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