【Decarbonization Enters the “Utilization” Phase】Leading Players in Carbon Insets and Forest Credits Convene｜Carbon Credits Journal Forum Session ② Speaker Introduction

How can companies effectively integrate carbon credits into their business operations? In-depth insights into real-world case studies and the latest trends.

Green Carbon Inc. (Representative Director: Jun Okita; hereinafter “Green Carbon”), which develops and sells nature-based carbon credits, will host one of Japan’s largest carbon credit–focused forums, the Carbon Credits Journal Forum(hereinafter, the “Forum”), on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at Tokyo International Forum Hall B7 (directly connected to Yurakucho Station). More than 500 leading decarbonization stakeholders from Japan and abroad will gather to engage in serious discussions on the future of carbon credits.

This time, we introduce the companies participating in Session ② of the Forum: “Carbon Insets – Agriculture-Related Initiatives –” and “Forest Credit Generation.”
In the Carbon Insets session, Kanematsu Corporation, The Norinchukin Bank, FamilyMart Co., Ltd., and Nihon Nogyo Shimbun (as moderator) will take the stage. From their respective perspectives, the panelists will discuss their carbon inset initiatives and share practical insights based on real-world achievements.

In the Forest Credit Generation session, GXIS Inc., Sumitomo Forestry Co., Ltd., and Sendenkaigi Inc. (as moderator, through its quarterly publication Environmental Business and Environmental Business Online) will participate. The panel discussion will focus on initiatives and proven results related to the generation of forest-based carbon credits.

Participation in the Forum is free of charge. Those who wish to stay up to date on the latest decarbonization trends or to build networks with leading decarbonization companies are encouraged to register. We will continue to announce additional distinguished speakers, so please stay tuned.

〇For the Forum’s official website and speaker information, please visit:
〇To register for the Forum (free of charge), please visit:
〇To apply for or inquire about booth exhibition, please visit:
〇For media inquiries and on-site coverage on the day of the Forum, please visit:

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◆Participating Organizations (in no particular order, honorifics omitted)

Green Carbon Inc.; Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA); Osaka Gas Co., Ltd.; Deloitte Tohmatsu Venture Support Co., Ltd.; Gold Standard; Verra; Kanematsu Corporation; The Norinchukin Bank; FamilyMart Co., Ltd.; The Japan Agricultural News; Itoki Corporation; KPMG Consulting Co., Ltd.; GXIS Co., Ltd.; Sumitomo Forestry Co., Ltd.; Environmental Business Online; Tokyo Stock Exchange, Inc.; Mitsubishi UFJ Research and Consulting Co., Ltd.; Nomura Research Institute, Ltd. (NRI); Salesforce Japan; Boston Consulting Group (BCG); Idemitsu Kosan Co., Ltd.; Sumitomo Corporation; Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking Corporation; The Nikkei; Archeda Inc.; Earth hacks Inc.; Bywill Inc.; aora Inc.

※ Major corporations, local governments, ministries and agencies, and startups in the carbon credit field will participate. Further details will be announced in due course.

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◆Forum Overview

Event Name	Carbon Credits Journal Forum
Date	Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Time	9:30–21:00 (※18:30–20:30: Forum Networking Reception)
Format	On-site only (archived streaming scheduled at a later date)
Venue/Access	Tokyo International Forum B7 (directly connected to Yurakucho Station)
Expected Attendance	500+ participants
Target Audience	Business corporations (GX / decarbonization / corporate planning / new business / ESG professionals) Carbon credit–related companies Financial institutions and investors Government ministries and local authorities Research institutes and universities, among others
Participation Fee	Free (advance registration required/Some charges apply)

Recommended For
・Professionals responsible for GX, decarbonization, sustainability, or new business initiatives ・Those seeking the latest trends and use cases in carbon credits ・Organizations aiming to build networks with key domestic and international players ・Companies exploring new business opportunities in the GX field ・Startups in decarbonization-related sectors

◆Program Highlights

09:30: Opening Remarks / Keynote Speech
　Session①: Carbon Credit Quality
　Session②: Carbon Credit Utilization and Creation (Insets, Offsets, Forest Credit Case Studies)
Mid-session: Latest Decarbonization Policy Updates from Secretariat and Government Agencies
　Session③: CO₂ Emissions Calculation, Visualization, and Carbon Credit Developers
　Session④: GX Startups and GX Talent Recruitment
18:30: Forum Networking Reception

※Catering by Imperial Hotel (buffet style; unlimited alcoholic and soft drinks)
※Networking reception is limited to Premium and Expert ticket holders

〇Images shown from left to right: venue, buffet, and networking reception venue

◆Ticket Information

【Standard Pass】｜¥0  Free ticket granting access to all Forum sessions.

【Premium Pass】｜¥10,000  Access to all Forum sessions and the networking reception with speakers and participating companies. ※ Receipts will be issued on the day.

【Expert Pass】｜¥10,000  Access to all Forum sessions and the networking reception. In addition, the Secretariat will provide a list of participating companies and support inter-company matching. ※ A success fee will be charged separately if matching is completed. ※ Please contact the Secretariat for details.

【Archive Viewing Pass】｜ ¥0 Archived videos of all Forum sessions will be shared approximately two weeks after the event.

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◆Session ② “Carbon Insets” – Speaker Information

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◆Session②「森林クレジット創出」登壇者情報

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◆Green Carbon ,Inc.
Representative: Jun Okita, CEO
Head Office: PREX North 9F, 2-3-2 Kojimachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan
Established: December 2019
Business Activities: Development and sales of carbon credits, agriculture-related projects, environmental projects, other related businesses, and ESG consulting
Website: https://green-carbon.co.jp/en/

◆About Green Carbon
Guided by the vision of “Harnessing the power of life to save the Earth,” Green Carbon develops and supports projects that generate, register, and sell nature-based carbon credits both in Japan and abroad. The company is also engaged in agriculture-related businesses, R&D initiatives, and ESG consulting.
Its business activities span Japan, Southeast Asia, Australia, and South America, creating credits from rice paddies, biochar, forest conservation, carbon farming, mangrove planting, and cattle methane reduction. In Japan, Green Carbon obtained certification in FY2023 for the country’s first and one of the largest-scale rice paddy J-Credit projects (approx. 6,220 t). In FY2024, the company plans to expand this initiative to around 40,000 ha (approx. 80,000 t).
Green Carbon also provides “Agreen,” a one-stop platform service that streamlines the entire process of credit registration, application, and sales. By simplifying procedures and documentation, the service reduces the administrative burden on credit creators.

◆Green Carbon’s social media
Carbon Credits Journal：https://biz-journal.jp/carboncredits/
Linkedin ：https://www.linkedin.com/company/green-carbon-inc/
Facebook：https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557429326458
X　　　 ：https://mobile.x.com/GreenCarbon2019
Wantedly：https://www.wantedly.com/companies/greencarbon2019
Youtube ：https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYO4WnGOHDaVB1ikxheZasA
note　 ：https://note.com/green_carbon/