From July 10 to 12, SEMI hosts the symposium “ISS (International Strategy Symposium) Hokkaido 2025” in the summery setting of Toya, Hokkaido.
As the name “International Strategy” suggests, this symposium was established as a forum to discuss global strategic issues in the semiconductor industry from a management perspective. It is being held in three regions—the United States, Europe, and Japan—including Japan for the first time.
For this event in Japan, we have selected the Windsor Hotel, which previously hosted the Toyako Summit, as the venue. We believe this location is ideal for closed-door
discussions on global management strategies that are not typically possible on a regular basis.
At this venue, we will invite leading figures in the semiconductor industry to discuss sustainability, energy issues, and the latest technologies. Participants will include Mr. Masataka Oosaki, Representative Director of NVIDIA Japan; Mr. Yuji Watanabe of Kioxia; Mr. Thomas Piliszczuk of imec; Mr. Daishiro Yamagiwa, Chairman of the Liberal Democratic Party's Semiconductor Strategy Promotion Parliamentary League; Mr. Shinji Yamagami, an expert in diplomacy; and Mr. Seong-Woo Lim, who has played a key role in Taiwan's semiconductor strategy, among other top industry leaders.
We will also provide opportunities for attendees to participate in discussions. The discussion themes, aligned with the symposium's objectives, are “geopolitical risks,” “supply chain resilience,” and “enhancing international competitiveness.”
“ISS Hokkaido” is an excellent opportunity to discuss strategic plans for the future of the semiconductor industry. We hope that you will take this opportunity to deepen your understanding of the future of the semiconductor industry alongside executives at the forefront of the industry and contribute to the further development of the semiconductor industry in our country.
The first deadline for applications is June 6. We sincerely look forward to your participation.
Jim Hamajima
President
SEMI Japan
SEMI’s Industry Strategy Symposiums bring together executives from across the global semiconductor design and manufacturing ecosystem to examine key industry trends, forge new partnerships and relationships, and share knowledge and expertise. Generally, I have leveraged our ISS events to make calls-to-action to the assembled leaders on our programs to collaborate on key industry challenges and advance the industry. I encourage you to join us at our first ISS in Japan to be a part of these crucial discussions to secure our industry’s future growth.
Ajit Manocha
President & CEO
SEMI
Why ISS?
ISS (Industry Strategy Symposium) is, as its name suggests, a forum for in-depth discussion of strategies for industry.
With the advent of an era in which digital technology will drive global prosperity, semiconductors, which form the foundation of this technology, are indispensable to all industries. Japan, as a key hub for semiconductor manufacturing, aims to maintain its position as a global leader in cutting-edge technology.
ISS provides a platform where executive leaders can share insights from global visionaries and experts on critical issues such as sustainability, the future of miniaturization technology, evaluating new technologies, AI-driven efficiency, geopolitical tensions, and market changes driven by DX and AI implementation, and engage in direct dialogue.
Why Hokkaido?
Japan is at the forefront of this transformation, with Hokkaido emerging as a prime location for semiconductor manufacturing due to its well-developed infrastructure, favorable climate, and policy incentives. The formation of a next-generation semiconductor ecosystem is underway. Hokkaido is also a renowned resort destination, attracting visitors from around the globe with its winter landscapes of pristine powder snow and summer scenes of vibrant flower fields and majestic natural beauty. Discussions held in the private, natural surroundings of this region are sure to yield innovative and exceptional outcomes that could never be achieved in a conventional meeting room.
