Purpose

In November 2025, the GISHW Consortium was established at Osaka University. Building on and advancing the vision and international network of GISHW, the Consortium brings together key players from government, universities and educational institutions, research institutions, industry, international organizations, and standards-setting organizations to promote research and development, social implementation, and international standardization across diverse fields through the use of advanced technologies such as AI, robotics, sensing, and Human Augmentation.

Centered around the GISHW Consortium, we envision a dynamic cycle of activities, including the development of a proposed International Standardization Center, continued MICE initiatives, research, field demonstrations, exhibitions, and international dialogue. Our goal is to transform the knowledge and technologies that converge in Osaka into a globally open hub for Well-being Tech. 

The GISHW Consortium, as a legacy of the Osaka-Kansai Expo, will serve as a core platform for international collaboration toward Expo 2030 Riyadh, where the next GISHW event is scheduled to take place. Through these efforts, the Consortium will contribute to advancing safety, health, and well-being for everyone around the world. 

To make this vision a reality, we invite researchers, businesses, and organizations from around the world to join us in co-creating the future, transcending disciplines and national borders.