Exploring Collaboration with Japan: Sakuranesia’s Partnership Journey
Jakarta – Sakuranesia Foundation is delving into opportunities for educational and cultural collaboration between Indonesia and Japan, drawing inspiration from the successful industry-academic collaboration model established in Kyoto.
Sakuranesia’s Vision for Education and Cultural Exchange
The founder of Sakuranesia, Tovic Rustam, emphasized the significance of Kyoto’s industry-academic collaboration model as a guiding framework for practical engineering education in Indonesia. Rustam mentioned that Kyoto’s innovative approach, blending traditional industry practices with modern innovation, holds great promise for the development of educational programs in Jember, Indonesia.
Rustam revealed that the concrete details of the cooperation program are set to be finalized by 2025, with a focus on creating educational initiatives that integrate Kyoto’s expertise in international industry-academic partnerships and foster student exchanges between the two nations.
Meeting of Minds in Kyoto
To pave the way for this groundbreaking partnership, Sakuranesia recently convened a meeting with key stakeholders in Kyoto, facilitated by PT Star Up at the Kyoto Impact Hub. The meeting saw the participation of prominent figures such as Yuki Kanayama, Deputy head of the start-up promotion department at the Kyoto Knowledge Industry Creation Forest, and Ghoki Nishitani, an advisor at Impact Hub.
During the meeting, discussions centered around an open innovation platform known as KOIN, which embodies a co-creation philosophy. Managed by the Kyoto Knowledge Industry Creation Forest, KOIN aims to serve as a conduit for knowledge exchange and collaboration.
Building Bridges Through Innovation
Tovic Rustam highlighted the synergies between KOIN’s co-creation ethos and Sakuranesia’s commitment to fostering sustainable development in Asia. By leveraging Impact Hub Kyoto’s expertise in supporting international start-ups and the University of Jember’s robust engineering education program, Rustam envisions a new paradigm of collaboration between Indonesia and Japan.
As Sakuranesia continues to strengthen its ties with Japan, the foundation’s efforts are poised to facilitate meaningful educational and cultural exchanges between the two nations, driving progress and innovation in the region.
This collaboration represents a significant step towards building a brighter future for Indonesia-Japan relations, grounded in mutual respect, shared knowledge, and a commitment to sustainable growth.
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In a personal touch, let’s imagine a student from the University of Jember who participates in this educational exchange program to Japan. Meet Maya, a bright engineering student with a passion for innovation and a deep curiosity about Japanese culture. Through this partnership, Maya not only gains valuable insights into industry-academic collaboration but also forges lifelong connections with her Japanese counterparts. As Maya navigates the bustling streets of Kyoto, immersing herself in the rich tapestry of traditions and modernity, she embodies the spirit of cross-cultural exchange and learning that lies at the heart of Sakuranesia’s mission. Maya’s journey symbolizes the transformative power of education and collaboration in bridging divides and shaping a more interconnected world.
