Chikako Tsuda is a community builder and hub manager connecting global entrepreneurs, startups, and remote teams with Japan’s innovation ecosystem. As Hub Manager at FUTRWORKS in Osaka, she leads the development of an international coworking and startup hub designed to foster collaboration, creativity, and cross-border business opportunities.
She oversees community building, global partnerships, and event programming, creating an environment where local and international members can connect, collaborate, and grow. Through curated programs, retreats, and business initiatives, she helps position FUTRWORKS as a gateway for global teams looking to engage with Japan.
With a background in event planning, recruitment, and training within the Hankyu Hanshin Group, Chikako brings deep experience in bringing people together across cultures and disciplines. Her work is driven by a passion for creating meaningful connections and enabling new ideas to emerge through shared spaces and experiences.
All session times are shown in UK time [UTC+1 | BST] (Europe/London).
JCCO led conversation on the tools and tech used in Japanese coworking spaces.
