Fusing Traditional Crafts with Cutting-Edge Tech: ZOZO NEXT's Textile Team Takes Us Behind the Scenes of the "Path in Trace - WADACHI -" Exhibition

He joined ZOZO Technologies, Inc. (now ZOZO NEXT, Inc.) in 2019. As a Director in the IoT/Textile Department of the MATRIX Division, he spearheads new technology development and commercialization. He specializes in creating soft functional materials and devices and designing user experiences and interactions that leverage them. His work has earned him accolades such as an ACM DIS 2019 Best Paper award and an Honorary Mention from the STARTS Prize at the Ars Electronica Festival.

He joined ZOZO NEXT, Inc. in 2024. In the IoT/Textile Department, he is mainly in charge of implementing the textile artworks. He tackles creative projects by drawing on his diverse background and extensive expertise in manufacturing, chemical analysis, R&D, quality assurance, lithium-ion batteries, and digital cameras. He is also known for his work as a freelance cameraman and photographer.

They joined ZOZO NEXT, Inc. in 2024. In the IoT/Textile Department, they are involved in designing and fabricating artwork prototypes. Their specialty is product design.

He joined ZOZO Technologies, Inc. (now ZOZO NEXT, Inc.) in 2019. He has been engaged in the research and development of automation technologies, including automated apparel production and equipment for logistics warehouses. In the IoT/Textile Department, he drives the enhancement of textile functionality using robotics-related technologies. His areas of expertise are fluid control and robotics.