Space Innovation Visionary Initiative
Better Society — Pioneering new frontiers
Exploring the truths of the universe and life, and developing space life zones
Future vision of a Better Society pursued by Space Innovation
Exploring space and life to expand society beyond Earth and shape the next stage of evolution
Key Visions
- Uncovering the truths of deep space and life through convergence knowledge
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Social systems on the Moon and Mars
- Health and habitation in space and human biological potential
- Earth, low-Earth-orbit (LEO), and the Moon as a single living zone
Message from the program director (PD)
Space Innovation PD：Yasuhito Sekine
Since ancient times, humanity has sought to understand the universe to shape our worldview and ask who we are. Today, science explores the origins of the universe and the possibility of extraterrestrial life, while humanity begins expanding its presence to the Moon and Mars—a leap akin to life’s ancient move from sea to land. With the vision of “Space Innovation,” we aim to explore not only the technologies that answer how we can live in space, but also the deeper question of why humanity seeks to expand beyond Earth. What societies might emerge on the Moon and Mars? How might the discovering extraterrestrial life reshape our view of life? By leading innovation in space, we will return its value to people on Earth.
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