[REAL EVENT] 30th Real Event "Web3 Innovation into Daily Life" - XRPL Rewriting Financial Common Sense

A highly popular in-person event from Shibuya's Web3-focused project creation community. ※Please note this is NOT an online event.

The 30th event of "Shibuya Web3 University" Shibuya Web3 University Website

Web3 beginners are very welcome!! Anyone interested in Web3 or who feels something about Web3, come join us!!

Event Content

3-second payments, virtually zero cost. Web3 innovation is no longer a story of the future—it's already beginning to transform our lives and businesses.

For the 30th Shibuya Web3 University real event, we welcome guests Kentaro Masuda and Mai Furukawa from XRPL Japan. Together with moderator Ayano Kasajima, Global Advisor of Shibuya Web3 University, we will explore XRPL's technical features, global strategy, and applications to the financial industry from multiple perspectives in an accessible way, centered around Web3.

Don't miss this moment when innovation becomes reality. We eagerly await your participation!

▼XRPL Japan X https://x.com/xrpljapan

Registration

https://shibuyaweb3univ20250723.peatix.com

Date & Time

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 Doors open at 5:00 PM Event runs from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM Registration closes at 7:30 PM (building entry not permitted after this time)

Location

WeWork Event Space, 39th floor, Shibuya Scramble Square 1-24-12 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku (Directly connected to Shibuya Station / Exit B6) Venue website

What to Bring

One business card

Conditions

• Free registration required (Capacity: 130 people)

• Building entry instructions will be sent to the email address provided during registration, beginning one week before the event. Please ensure your email address is entered correctly, as entry will not be possible without proper instructions.

• If emails cannot be delivered, we may contact you via Peatix message. If you need to cancel, please notify us via Peatix message.

• Beverages will be provided (6 types of craft beer, coffee, tea)

• *Drinks are self-service. No food will be provided.
  

Schedule

5:00 PM Doors Open 6:00-6:15 PM Opening 6:15-7:30 PM Presentations & Panel & Q&A Corner 7:30-7:35 PM Group Photo 7:35-7:40 PM Closing 7:40-8:30 PM Networking & Complete Departure *Schedule is subject to change without notice.

◾️ Guest Speaker Kentaro Masuda Director, XRPL Japan Association Web3 Developer

Career Summary

• 2024～: Director, XRPL Japan Association

  • Leading XRPL adoption, education, and domestic Web3 ecosystem development

• 2022～: RuckPlus Inc. (CEO & Founder)

  • Serving as PM and technical lead for blockchain initiatives across multiple companies

  • Winner of 2 blockchain hackathons

• 2020～: Freelance Engineer

  • Developed proprietary cryptocurrency "RiceCake" (auto-staking token)

• 2018～2019: METATEAM Inc.

  • Developed blockchain-based internal currency system

  • Launched Ethereum-related projects (team comprised of financial industry veterans)

• 2009～2018: Hikari Tsushin Group

  • Served as Area Manager across Kansai and Tokai regions

Skills

• Blockchain Development (Ethereum / XRPL / BSC)

• Smart Contract / Cryptocurrency Design & Operations

• Full-Stack Development (React / Node.js / AWS, etc.)

• SES Management & Sales Organization In-house Development Support

Mai Furukawa Co-Founder, XRPL Japan Association XRPL Labs

Co-founded "XRPL Japan" with fellow volunteers to activate the Japanese XRP Ledger community. Currently working on support operations for the XRPL wallet "Xaman" while actively promoting XRP Ledger adoption and implemen ◾️ Moderator Ayano Kasajima Global Advisor, Shibuya Web3 University Co-Founder Web3 Tokyo CEO Kokoromachi Inc.

Bilingual Japanese-English returnee who spent 20 years growing up in Hong Kong. Graduate of Ochanomizu University and MIT Sloan's global program. At a global sharing economy startup, she handled diverse responsibilities including marketing, global communications, and investor relations until the company achieved Series A funding. The company later went public.

Currently serves as CEO of Kokoromachi Inc., supporting business growth in communication and sustainability sectors that bridge Japan and overseas markets. Her motto: "Transcending boundaries, connecting value."

Beyond consulting, she is active in the Web3 space as an MC and moderator, speaking at events for WebX, Adoption, Animoca Brands Japan, Circle, and other projects. She also serves as a moderator for business programs on FM radio.

As a cryptocurrency analyst, she leverages her asset management experience at financial institutions to analyze crypto markets using on-chain data and AI. In addition to sharing insights on X (Twitter), she provides market commentary for newspapers and magazines.

【Important Notes】 ※ Registration deadline is 21:00 the day before the event. ※ Registration may close early if capacity is reached. ※ If you have registered but do not receive an entry invitation email or venue access instructions by the day before the event, please contact us via Peatix message. ※ Please ensure your email address is entered correctly. ※ For cancellations, please notify us via message by the day before the event.

Photography and videography are permitted during the event. Please note that staff and media may also conduct photography and video recording within the venue. Some guests in the venue may be captured in these recordings. Images may be used on social media on the event day and may appear in post-event promotional materials, television, newspapers, magazines, websites, and other media. By attending, you consent to this usage.