From 1998, he worked at IBM, developing mission-critical systems for megabanks and consulting for financial institutions. After working for Microsoft, he joined MUFG's innovation business and led DX projects. His major activities include Fintech Challenge, MUFG Digital Accelerator, Open API, MUFG Coin, MUFG Innovation Hub, and fintech investment. He was also an Executive Officer, Chief Digital Officer and General Manager of IT Division at au Financial Holdings, where he led the development of financial super-applications and mini-applications, internal controls, etc. After serving as Executive Officer and General Manager of Financial Innovation Division at Microsoft, he assumed his current position at Mizuho Financial Group. He established FINOVATORS, a general incorporated association, to support fintech companies, etc. He has been a board member of Japan Blockchain Association since 2021. He graduated from Doshisha University and completed the 17th EMP course at the University of Tokyo.