What he works on

As the VP and Head of Global Consumer Business at KDDI Corporation, Toshiro is responsible for leading the KDDI Group's consumer (B2C) businesses in all regions outside of Japan. ​

With over 30 years of experience in the telecommunications industry across Japan and the United States, Toshiro has a proven track record of launching and scaling new businesses. Most recently as CEO of KDDI Digital Life, he orchestrated the successful launch of the innovative mobile sub-brand 'povo', growing it from a spin-off venture to a key market player and expanding its market share among the 20-30s demographic. ​

His career also includes forging and managing strategic partnerships with major global technology partners. He has extensive experience in creating value with partners from diverse industries and in go-to-market strategy. ​

Toshiro holds a Bachelor of Laws from The University of Tokyo.​