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Hosted at the Embassy of Ireland (Ireland House) in Tokyo, the venue provides a neutral and welcoming environment that supports thoughtful, cross-cultural exchange. Its calm and focused setting plays an important role in creating the conditions for meaningful dialogue.
This forum is intended for senior leaders and decision-makers from large corporates with a strategic interest in water, technology providers actively working on water-related solutions or organisations engaged in innovation, sustainability, and long-term water strategy
Participation is by invitation only and based on relevance to the discussion and the overall balance of the group.
BlueTech Forum Unplugged returns to Tokyo for a closed-door forum hosted in partnership with Kurita at the Ireland House.
Designed for senior leaders who value depth over scale, BlueTech Forum Unplugged brings together a carefully curated group of decision-makers, innovators, and partners for open, focused dialogue around shared water challenges. The emphasis is on substance, relevance, and trust rather than performance or visibility.
This Tokyo edition convenes leaders from large Japanese corporates alongside selected technology providers, creating a diverse yet highly relevant mix of perspectives. While participants approach the challenge from different angles, they share a common goal: moving beyond surface-level discussion toward practical insight and shared understanding.
The forum follows a deliberately light structure. Short keynote contributions from the Irish Ambassador and from Paul O’Callaghan, Founder and CEO of BlueTech Research, help frame the conversation and provide strategic context. The Ambassador’s involvement adds a diplomatic dimension that underscores the importance of international collaboration in water innovation.
The heart of Unplugged sits around the table. Most of the time is dedicated to moderated peer discussions, encouraging participants to exchange perspectives openly, challenge assumptions, and learn from one another in a trusted, off-the-record setting.
There are no showcases, pitches, or public presentations. The value of BlueTech Forum Unplugged lies in the quality of the room and the conversations that take place within it.
