Cross-Ministerial Strategic Innovation Promotion Program (SIP)
International Advisory Board (IAB) Member for Development of Smart Mobility Platform
The Government of Japan
Asuka’s experience spans technical expertise, policy development and global collaboration. At the intersection of automotive innovation, international diplomacy and mobility policy, she brings unique insights from her journey at Nissan Motor Corporation, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), International Transport Forum (ITF), and Fédération Internationale Automobile (FIA).
After more than 15 years in mobility sector, occupying various position in automotive industry as well as on international fora active on public transportation policy as an expert for sustainability and digitalization for various transport modes, she has developed a broad view of the key challenges pertaining to the sector, as well as in-depth perspective of practical implementation aspects.
Currently also serving as an International Advisory Boad (IAB) Member for Cross-Ministerial Strategic Innovation Promotion Program (SIP) Smart Mobility Platform Deployment at the Japanese Cabinet Office, she is well placed to allow for scale-up of regional solutions towards a national policy.
Furthermore, as an Associate Professor at the Ohara School of Ikebana, she brings a slightly different perspective to mobility system design. Indeed, the principles of Ikebana (traditional Japanese flower arrangement) are grounded on harmonious balance between space, form, and movement and profoundly inform her approach to sustainable transportation. Just as Ikebana creates meaningful relationships through mindful arrangement, she envisions mobility solutions that respect community spaces and enhance citizens’ well-being. This intersection of art and technology shapes her vision for creating transportation systems that are not merely functional but spiritually enriching for communities.
