On Tuesday, July 8, 2025, the 8th Greater Tokyo Biocommunity (GTB) Working-Level Meeting was successfully held in a hybrid format, combining both in-person and online participation. The venue for the in-person session was Mitsui Link-Lab Shinkiba 2, located in the Nihonbashi area-one of the eight GTB Innovation Promotion Hubs. A total of 124 participants attended, with 89 joining on-site and 35 online.
Venue; Mitsui Link-Lab Shinkiba 2
The 8th GTB Working-level Meeting
Greetings from the Chairman of GTB Council
Prior to the meeting, a guided tour of the Mitsui Link-Lab Shinkiba 2 facility was organized thanks to the generous support of LINK-J and Mitsui Fudosan. The tour, attended by 76 participants, provided a valuable opportunity to gain a firsthand understanding of the wet lab environment, helping attendees form a clearer image of the infrastructure that supports biotech innovation.
Inspection view; Mitsui Link-Lab Shinkiba 2
The event proved even more vibrant than the meeting itself, as participants actively exchanged information across different GTB hubs and continued discussions sparked during the formal sessions. The atmosphere was filled with energy and enthusiasm, and the gathering served as a meaningful opportunity for strengthening connections among members. Collaboration within the community is clearly deepening, and the event highlighted the growing momentum of GTB’s network.
Reception; Mitsui Link-Lab Shinkiba 2 Cafe