DAY 2
EN2-5
EN2-5
ENTERTAINMENT STAGE
ENTERTAINMENT STAGE
7/3
15:00-15:40
Miyako Messe BF
What Will It Take for Japan’s eSports Scene to Become a ¥1 Trillion Industry? - Understanding the Emerging Industry Shaped by a New Generation of Stars
eSports is captivating young audiences across the globe. In Japan, the number of professional gaming teams is steadily growing, and not only startups but also major entertainment companies are entering the space. While enthusiasm continues to build, Japan’s eSports market still has significant room for growth—especially when compared to countries where large-scale tournaments and multimillion-dollar prize pools are the norm.
This session brings together key players from across the industry to discuss, from their respective perspectives, what it will take for Japan’s eSports market to evolve into a ¥1 trillion industry.
eSports is captivating young audiences across the globe. In Japan, the number of professional gaming teams is steadily growing, and not only startups but also major entertainment companies are entering the space. While enthusiasm continues to build, Japan’s eSports market still has significant room for growth—especially when compared to countries where large-scale tournaments and multimillion-dollar prize pools are the norm.
This session brings together key players from across the industry to discuss, from their respective perspectives, what it will take for Japan’s eSports market to evolve into a ¥1 trillion industry.
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