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Linkers Co., Ltd.

リンカーズ株式会社Linkers CorporationAlias
Ticker
Listed market
TYO
Country
Japan
Employees (consolidated)
100
Related companies
2
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Basic information

BASIC
Head office
29th Floor, Sumitomo Real Estate Tokyo Mita Garden Tower, 5-19-3 Mita, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-0073, Japan
Chief executive
Hidenobu Kafuku
Capital
249,000,000  (2 100 million)
Employees (non-consolidated)
100 people
Employees (consolidated)
100 people
Start date
End date
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Websites

1 DOMAINS
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Business

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Business Matching ServicesResearch Services
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Related companies

2 COMPANIES
Company name Group Parent Subsidiary Customer Supplier Alliance Bank Shareholder
Linkers Inc. OI Research Institute
Group Subsidiary
General Incorporated Association Tohoku Economic Federation
Alliance
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Network

NETWORK
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History

46 EVENTS

Graduated from the Faculty of Engineering, University of Tokyo.Sources

Engaged in the development of a Mechanical CAD system funded by Marubeni Electronics Co., Ltd.Sources

Joined IBM Japan Co., Ltd., and worked on the development of a second online banking system.Sources

Graduated from Stanford University Graduate School with a Master’s degree in Computer Science.Sources

Joined McKinsey & Company and worked on overseas strategies for major companies in Japan, the United States, and Europe.Sources

Joined Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (now Panasonic Corporation).Sources

Graduated from the Faculty of Economics, Keio University.Sources

Appointed as an executive officer at venture capital firm PTV.Sources

Appointed as Managing Director at venture capital firm Noventi.Sources

Joined Roland Berger GmbH.Sources

Joined Lehman Brothers Securities.Sources

Graduated from the Faculty of Economics, Tohoku University.Sources

Joined Intelligence Inc., helped launch a recruitment business, and worked on career transition support. Also involved in HR operations.Sources

Joined UBS Securities Co., Ltd.Sources

Worked in the consulting business division of Nomura Research Institute, focusing on manufacturing and energy industries, conducting market/technology research, formulating business and technology strategies, and supporting overseas expansion.Sources

Appointed as Managing Director at venture capital firm Noventi.Sources

Executive Officer at Net Age Capital Partners Inc.Sources

Appointed as a visiting professor at the Graduate School of Engineering, Shizuoka University.Sources

Special Researcher at the Financial Services Agency Financial Research CenterSources

Associate Professor at the Graduate School of Commerce, Otaru University of CommerceSources

Joined CloudWorks Inc. as a director. Resigned in 2015.Sources

Chief Financial Officer of FX Prime Inc. (now FX Prime by GMO Inc.)Sources

Appointed as a visiting professor at Waseda University Business SchoolSources

Head of Management at FX Prime Inc. (now FX Prime by GMO Inc.)Sources

President of Panasonic Avionics CorporationSources

President of Panasonic Corporation AVC NetworksSources

Disty Inc. (now Linkers Inc.)Sources

Director of FX Prime Inc. (now FX Prime by GMO Inc.)Sources

Appointed as Joint Representative and CEO of Roland Berger JapanSources

CEO of Roland Berger Inc.Sources

Senior Managing Director of Panasonic CorporationSources

Head of Management at Links CorporationSources

Linkers Inc. Chief Management OfficerSources

Global Joint Representative of Roland Berger Inc.Sources

Linkers Inc. DirectorSources

Director of Links CorporationSources

Linkers Inc. DirectorSources

Global Joint Representative of Roland Berger Holdings GmbHSources

Global Innovation Officer of Roland Berger Inc.Sources

Board Member (current) of the Factory Scientist AssociationSources

Head of Management Headquarters at Links CorporationSources

Linkers Inc. Head of Management Division (current)Sources

President and CEO of Links Corporation (current)Sources

Linkers Inc. Head of Innovation Promotion Business Division (current)Sources

Linkers Inc. OI Research Institute Director (current)Sources

Linkers Inc. Representative Director (current)Sources

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News

67 ARTICLES

Recorded Webinar for Copilot Paid Version Users: Generative AI Practice Workshop Service OverviewSources

This recorded webinar explains the overview and usage of the "Linkers Generative AI Practice Workshop," a support service for companies implementing the paid version of Copilot that focuses on practical use of generative AI and collaborative support. It introduces the latest features of Microsoft 365 Copilot (paid version) and includes content that helps standardize AI within organizations and embed it into daily operations.

Free Cybersecurity Seminar for Manufacturing IndustrySources

Linkers Inc. will host a free webinar on cybersecurity for the manufacturing industry on November 26-27, 2026. Based on domestic and international case studies, we will analyze the impact on businesses and corporate responses, and consider the precautions and next steps that Japanese manufacturers should take. The speaker is Mr. Yasuaki Ono, President and CEO of SpecHolder Inc. and advisor to Linkers Inc.

Quantum and Image Sensor Technology Trends SeminarSources

A free, in-person seminar will be held on December 2 and 9, 2026, exploring the evolution of quantum sensors and image sensors through research papers and patent data. It will introduce the technologies and applications attracting concentrated R&D efforts, as well as unresolved challenges, and will also include a hands-on session with Linkers TX.

Technology Public Relations Strategy in the Generative AI Era – Recorded Seminar OverviewSources

This seminar explains how to design information that accurately conveys your company's technological strengths and applications to AI, taking into account the current reality that generative AI appears at the top of search results. Through recorded broadcasts of past seminars, it introduces practical strategies for research and development and technology public relations professionals.

Nine Hours Sleep Data Utilization SeminarSources

This is a free webinar introducing a new business model where Nine Hours utilizes sleep data accumulated from hotel guests for product development and marketing by companies. CEO Hidenobu Watanabe will explain the data acquisition system, co-creation examples with companies, and partnerships with universities and medical institutions. The event will be held on November 17-18, 2026.

Innovation Talent Development Seminar Based on ISO 56011Sources

Linkers Inc. will hold a free webinar from November 10 to 12, 2026. It will explain everything from defining personnel requirements to training and certification, introduce strength design based on ISO 56011, and a system to retain trained personnel through evaluation and treatment. The speaker is Mr. Takashi Matsumoto, the company's advisor.

Free Seminar Exploring the Next Competitive Axis from About 100 Technology ThemesSources

We will provide free distribution of recordings from past seminars on November 5 and 6, 2026. We will analyze tens of thousands of papers and patents across about 100 technology themes, and introduce how to use Linkers TX to explore cross-disciplinary intersections and growth areas adjacent to our own technology.

Analyzing Opportunities for Material Entry in Photonic Fusion and Hybrid JunctionsSources

We will hold a free on-site seminar on November 13 and 19, 2026, combining a lecture with a 'Linkers TX' experience session. Through a comprehensive analysis of all papers and patents, we will introduce the materials and processes where research and development of photonic fusion (CPO) and hybrid bonding are concentrated, as well as unresolved challenges. Additionally, we will explain methods for technology trend surveys and application exploration using 'Linkers TX'.

Free Online Briefing for Paid Copilot VersionSources

We will hold free online briefings on October 29-30 and November 4, 2026, for companies that have already implemented the paid version of Copilot. We will explain the latest developments of Copilot, features such as the SharePoint Agent and Brand Kit, and introduce the overview of the "Linkers Generative AI Practical Training" and methods to support the practical use, standardization, and adoption of generative AI.

Generative AI Practical Use Seminar (Recorded Distribution)Sources

This seminar is a recorded distribution of the Generative AI Practical Use Seminar that was held in the past. Using Google Gemini and Copilot, we introduce practical workflows that streamline research, analysis, and report creation, and present a mindset to establish AI as a partner in business. Since the tools covered differ each session, we guide participants to sign up for the session with the tool they are interested in.

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