FOUNDER / CEO - KAI SUGIHARA VISITS SPACE BD INC. PRESIDENT & CEO MASATOSHI NAGASAKI

Exchanging Views on the Challenges of Space Development, Monetization, and Industry Issues in Japan and the U.S.

Kai Sugihara visited Masatoshi Nagasaki, President & CEO of Space BD Inc., to exchange views on the business environment surrounding space development.

The discussion addressed the inherent challenges of space development—driven by technology, cost, and long time horizons—as well as practical approaches to monetization, building sustainable industry structures, and the forms of collaboration needed to shape the market.

They also discussed strengths and challenges across the space industries in both Japan and the United States, sharing perspectives on institutions, investment, talent, and supply chains required for sustainable growth.

Going forward, efforts will continue to deepen industry dialogue aimed at real-world deployment of space technologies and the creation of long-term foundations for future growth.