To whom it may concern,

　We would like to express our sincere gratitude for your continued 
cooperation with our activities.
Association for the Promotion of Electric Vehicles（APEV） has held an "
EV Design Contest for International Students" five times from 2013 to 
2022.
In 2024 we are hosting the 6th edition of the "Create 2030 by New 
Mobility" International Workshop with a significantly updated program 
content.
The final presentation and award ceremony will be held as follows.
We look forward to your participation.	

　　　　　　　　　　　"Note"

■Date and time: Saturday , November 9, 2024, 13:00-17: 00 , followed by 
a social gathering
■Location : 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-0033, Japan, University of 
Tokyo, Fukutake Hall, Interfaculty Initiative in Information Studies, 
2nd basement floor　Fukutake Learning Theater (take the central elevator 
to the second basement 　floor and go to the end on the left)
Access: https://fukutake.iii.u-tokyo.ac.jp/english/access.html
Theater info:https://fukutake.iii.u-tokyo.ac.jp/english/facilities_inside-fukutake_learning_theater.html


■Content and timetable (subject to change without notice )
12:45 Doors open
13:00 Opening remarks
13:04 Explanation of the International Workshop and Introduction of 
Selection Committee
13:13 Participating team presentations and Q&A: 6 teams x (5-minute 
presentations + Q&A ) 
14:53 Break
15:03 Discussion with participating teams (WS3) 
(The selection meeting is held in a separate room during this time.)
16:03 Break
16:10 Award ceremony
16:50 Thank you speech
16:55 Commemorative photo of speakers
17:00 End
17:15-18:00 Reception in the foyer in front of the Fukutake Learning 
Theater (free to attend)

■How to apply: Free admission
Please fill Peatix form below and submit it by October 31st.
An automatic confirmation email will be sent to you.

https://peatix.com/event/4146124

Please present your two business cards or Peatix ticket at the reception 
on the day .

++++++++++++Workshop Overview +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

◇Name: [Create 2030 by New Mobility] International Workshop

◇Theme："Create 2030 by new mobility "[Proposal for X-City]

◇Objective:"Develop integrated human resources who will lead the next 
generation"
Integrated human resources (*） Opportunity to develop architects 
through workshops.
(*)Refers to an individual with a solid vision and insightful 
perspective, extending beyond the expertise surrounding mobility to 
encompass design and engineering realms.
Acquire expertise regarding" Art/Design" "Philosophy" and "Technology" 
while also understanding "Sustainability & Human Society."
It is defined as an individual with comprehensive skills who integrates 
various fields and establishes a platform for project cooperation

◇ Structure
■Organized by: "Creating 2030 by New  Mobility" Executive Committee
■Secretariat: Association for the Promotion of Electric Vehicles (APEV)
■Sponsors: Ministry of the Environment, Ministry of Economy, Trade and 
Industry, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, 
Society of Automotive Engineers of Japan,
The University of Tokyo, Graduate School of Interdisciplinary 
Information Studies, Tokyo Metropolitan Government, Japan Automobile 
Manufacturers Association
■Selection Committee: (in alphabetical order)
・Mr.Toshiya Ando: CEO of X-Style
・MS.Yuko Iida: Automobile critic, member of the Japan Automobile 
Journalist Association, and member of the Japan Car of the Year 
selection committee
・Ms.Matsumoto Hiroko: Joshibi University of Art and Design, Director of 
the Institute, Vice President, Professor of the Department of Co-
Creative Design, Faculty of Art
・Mr.Akihiro Yanaka: CEO of Lean Mobility Co.,Ltd.
・Sponsored by 3 Ministries
・Mr.Masanori Suzuki: Chairperson of APEV
・Mr.Nobuhiro Tajima: President of APEV

◇Application Guidelines
Eligibility:Students aged 15 to 30 as of April 2024
Entry Fee: Free
Teams can be formed across organizations(Up to 6 people).
Participants are required to register on a social media platform 
specified by the organizer and respond promptly to various information.
Concept proposals must be submitted in English. (You may also include 
your native language.)

◇Prizes and prizes
Environment Minister's Award: 100,000 yen + certificate
Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award: 100,000 yen + certificate
Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Award: 100,000 
yen + certificate
Special Award: Selected by the selection committee - Gifts, experiences, 
etc. + Certificate

◇Overall Schedule
Kickoff press conference: February 4th
Pre-Workshop (WS) (online): April 20th
Concept proposal deadline: May 17th
Selection meeting: May 29th
Workshop 1 (WS1) (real-life + online): June 29th
Workshop 2 (WS2) (real + online): August 24th
Final presentation and award ceremony and WS3 (real): November 9th

◇Calling for sponsors and supporters
We plan to continue holding this workshop in 2025 and are looking for 
sponsors and supporters. If you are interested, please contact the 
Executive Committee Secretariat listed below.

★Inquiries: "Create 2030 by new Mobility" Executive Committee 
Secretariat
Within the Association for the Promotion of Electric Vehicles (APEV)
7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-0033 JAPAN
The University of Tokyo Fukutake Hall
  TEL: ∔81-50-3375-4937 　 E-mail: workshop@apev.jp
  Website: https://www.apev.jp/workshop.pdf