THE FUSION ERA – FusionXInvest: Worldwide Stakeholders Come Together in Japan!

Several members from Kyoto Fusioneering (KF) participated in FusionXInvest, held in and around Tokyo, from 15-16 October. This unique event brought together fusion energy companies, supply chain stakeholders, and investors from across the globe to network and discuss potential collaborations.

KF hosted an exclusive spin-off tour at our R&D facility, the Kyoto Research Centre (KRC), after the event on 17 October. The tour offered visitors an up-close view of how construction on UNITY-1, a key facility that will demonstrate how to harness the energy generated by fusion reactions, is progressing.

Keep reading to learn more about FusionXInvest and KRC tour highlights, along with photos from each event.

Day 1: Global Interactions with Fusion Energy Pioneers

FusionXInvest kicked off with a warm opening address by Satoshi Konishi, KF’s CEO, who also serves as Chair of J-Fusion, the Japan Fusion Energy Council.

The keynote, hosted by FusionXInvest’s co-founder Melanie Windridge, featured insights from Daisuke Baba, International Nuclear & Fusion Energy Affairs Division, Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) & Cabinet Office Director, which outlined Japan’s forward-looking strategies for accelerating progress in the global fusion industry.

Throughout the day, panel discussions captured the audience’s attention with topics ranging from partnerships between public and private entities to international collaboration and investment strategies to make fusion energy a reality.

Miki Nishimura, from our Business Development and Operations Division, took part in a panel discussion on “Investing in Enabling Tech & Supply Chains.” Drawing on her close collaboration with our technical teams, Miki provided a unique perspective on bridging business needs with technological advancements

Day 2: Touring Japan’s Fusion Energy Landmarks

Day Two took participants on an exciting tour of Japan’s leading fusion energy research facilities. The group’s first stop was the Naka Institute for Fusion Science and Technology, a part of the National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology (QST), where they explored the cutting-edge facilities that are part of major international initiatives, including the JT-60SA Project and ITER Project. International visitors got an up-close look at fusion research in Japan—a rare opportunity for many.

The tour continued with a stop at Faraday Factory Japan, home to groundbreaking superconducting coil technology, in the afternoon. Visitors experienced firsthand the seamless interplay of research and industrialization at this cutting-edge facility.

Onward to Kyoto: An Exclusive Look at UNITY-1

The FusionXInvest experience culminated with a visit to our R&D facility, Kyoto Research Centre (KRC), on 17 October. The tour began with a presentation by Kiyoshi Seko, our COO, who gave an overview of KF’s activities.

Following this, Colin Baus, our Vice President of Plant Technology, dove into the technical innovations underpinning UNITY-1. He provided an in-depth explanation on the fusion thermal cycle systems that UNITY-1 is designed to demonstrate—a breakthrough expected to accelerate the progress of fusion energy R&D. An engaging Q&A session followed, highlighting the guests’ interest in our work.

Afterward, the group moved to UNITY-1’s construction site, where they witnessed the technology under development. A particular highlight was the liquid metal loop, designed to extract and transport heat at temperatures reaching up to 1000°C. Visitors expressed excitement and amazement, saying, “It’s incredible to see this progress firsthand!” and “I’m looking forward to the upcoming demonstration.”

As Colin walked attendees through the site, he explained how UNITY-1 integrates heat extraction with power generation and hydrogen production—bringing the vision of a sustainable fusion energy ecosystem closer to reality.

Through our participation in FusionXInvest and the subsequent KRC tour, we were excited to witness the growing global interest in Japan’s fusion energy expertise. We also appreciate the tremendous attention on Kyoto Fusioneering’s work. This encourages us to press forward with our steadfast commitment to making fusion energy a reality.  

We’ll continue to work together with partners, stakeholders, and KF enthusiasts worldwide to achieve this goal.

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