Announcement

The Youth Break the Boundaries (YBB) Foundation has officially opened registration for the Japan Youth Summit 2025. Set to take place in Osaka, Japan, from October 26 to 29, 2025, the summit carries the theme “Pioneering Innovation for Sustainable Futures.” This international event aims to bring together young leaders, innovators, and changemakers from across the world to collaborate, share insights, and explore sustainable solutions for global challenges.

As a non-profit organization, YBB has consistently committed to providing inclusive platforms that support youth development through education, leadership training, and international exposure. The Japan Youth Summit is part of YBB’s larger mission to foster global collaboration and empower young people to make meaningful contributions to their communities and beyond.

About the Japan Youth Summit

Japan Youth Summit (JYS) is an international forum that serves as a catalyst for youth innovation and cross-cultural engagement. It provides a space for young individuals to discuss pressing global issues while promoting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The 2025 edition focuses particularly on SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), and SDG 13 (Climate Action).

Through a dynamic combination of discussions, competitions, and cultural exchange, JYS aims to strengthen youth leadership, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities in real-world contexts.

Objectives of the Program

The summit is designed to achieve the following core objectives:

1. Foster youth leadership and character development
2. Boost confidence through competitive and collaborative platforms
3. Enhance the ability to identify and act upon global opportunities
4. Increase youth representation at the international level
5. Cultivate collaboration for nation-building and sustainable progress
6. Build a lasting global network of alumni committed to innovation and development

Program Activities

Over the four-day summit, participants will engage in a range of impactful sessions, including:

• International Youth Summit and panel discussions with global experts
• International Innovation Competition
• Leadership and entrepreneurship workshops
• Cultural exploration in Osaka and Kyoto
• Culture and Awarding Night

These activities are structured to provide both theoretical insight and practical skills development, while also allowing participants to explore Japanese heritage and engage with peers from diverse backgrounds.

Event Schedule

• October 26: Airport assistance (Kansai International Airport), hotel check-in
• October 27: City tour to Kyoto for intercultural exploration
• October 28: Youth summit, panel discussions, project competition, awarding and cultural night
• October 29: Certificate collection, hotel check-out, and airport drop-off at 10:00 AM

Participants are advised to arrive and depart according to the official schedule, as assistance will only be provided on the designated days.

Registration Timeline

• Participant Registration: April 20 – June 15, 2025
• Letter of Acceptance Announcement: June 20 – 30, 2025
• First Payment Deadline: July 31, 2025
• Fully Funded Interview Announcement: August 1 – 10, 2025
• Interview Period: August 11 – 20, 2025
• Second Payment Deadline: August 31, 2025
• Final Announcement of Fully Funded Participants: September 1 – 10, 2025

Registration Categories

Participants can apply through either the fully funded or self-funded tracks. The fully funded scheme is competitive and based on application quality, essay submissions, and interview performance. Those not selected for the funded category still have the opportunity to join through the self-funded route.

The program fee includes hotel accommodation, meals, seminar access, transportation during the summit, airport assistance, official kits, and certification.

Eligibility and Application Process

To be eligible, applicants must:

• Be between 15 and 40 years old
• Be of any nationality and educational background
• Have no criminal record
• Not be affiliated with extremist organizations

Interested participants should:

1. Create an account and fill out all the required form through www.japanyouthsummit.com
2. Complete the registration form and submit an original essay (maximum 800 words)
3. The full registration guideline can be accessed at: https://bit.ly/GuidelineJYS2025 or click the registration video here https://youtu.be/tUR55Fi53rM 
4. Pay the required registration and program fees by the stated deadlines
5. Fully funded is processed through reimbursement

Optional Requirements

1. Follow @japanyouthsummitofficial and @youthbreaktheboundaries on Instagram
2. Post the official twibbon https://twibbo.nz/jys25 (if need tutorial: https://bit.ly/tutorialtwibbonjys25 ) and tag five friends; submit the post link in the form
3. Follow the summit’s official TikTok and YouTube channels and upload screenshot proof
4. Share the summit poster in at least three online community groups

Why Join Japan Youth Summit?

The Japan Youth Summit is more than a conference—it is a transformative experience that empowers youth to become agents of innovation and sustainability. By joining, participants will:

• Expand their international professional network
• Strengthen leadership, innovation, and critical thinking skills
• Engage in cultural dialogue and appreciation
• Contribute directly to the advancement of the SDGs
• Gain global exposure through competitive and collaborative experiences

This summit is an opportunity to connect, grow, and contribute toward building a better world. Young leaders across the globe are encouraged to take part and be the voice of innovation in an increasingly interconnected society.