Living Best
We’re on a mission to cultivate a community of people with a heart for developing and popularizing AgeTech solutions that enrich the lives of ageing adults in Japan and beyond.
Why AgeTech?
It’s a well-known fact that 30% of Japan’s population is already aged 65+, representing 36 million consumers (and rising!). More importantly, older Japanese people are financially comfortable, open-minded to technology, and have a higher quality of life, both physically and cognitively, than their Western counterparts are. The so-called “ageing care” market (i.e., medical/pharmaceutical, nursing care, and consumer goods fields) will become a 101.3 trillion yen (US$954 billion) industry by 2025, and its size will exceed that of domestic automobiles, finance, and home appliances.
UX-Focused Approach
Living Best’s Professional and User Groups work synergistically in our Community to bring corporates, startups, academia, and government – and importantly investors – together with Japanese digitally-adapted active agers.
- Networking and soft intros
- Sharing best practices with AgeTech enthusiasts
- Advocating
- Networking
- Participating in research studies and trials
- Access training and education opportunities
Where we came from… and where we’re going
AgeTech White Paper
At the intersection of ageing and technology are so-called AgeTech products and services: any type of technology or innovation aiming to improve the lives and well-being of ageing adults (and those who care for them).
Heads, Hands & Hearts for AgeTech
Brought together the visionary minds designing the future of AgeTech for Japan and the rest of the world.
AgeTech is Now!
Inaugural Living Best Market Entry Pitch CompetitionShowcased global perspectives on AgeTech and held our inaugural Living Best Market Entry Pitch Competition with seven startups representing four different countries.
What's Next for Living Best?
Check out what Living Best has planned for the near future.
Insightful resources
AgeTech White Paper
Our updated AgeTech White Paper provides an easy-to-read overview
Articles
View articles on Living Best events, members, and related industry exhibition reviews
AgeTech Market Map
AgeTech Market Map for Japan, showing companies operating a range of needs
AgeTech Whitepaper
Our AgeTech White Paper lays out the opportunity in Japan, in one easy-to-read document.
Articles
Articles on Living Best events, members, and reviews of relevant industry trade shows
AgeTech Market Map
Our AgeTech Market Map outlines the landscape of AgeTech companies in Japan
AgeTech Events
Heads, Hands & Hearts for AgeTech
Tokyo, Japan (26th Oct. 2022)
Our groundbreaking event, held in October, 2022, set the stage for the AgeTech opportunity in Japan, bringing together local and global experts and showcasing startups exploring the space.
AgeTech Night! Vol.1
Casual Networking Party
We connected and engaged with corporates, startups, academics, and investors sharing our passion for the field, with brief presentations from Living Best Co-Founders (Dominic Carter and Debbie Howard), and other guests … paving the way for meaningful connections and exciting discussions.