Redesigning the
architecture of the economy.

Please begin by contacting Professor Inokuma with a brief introduction and an explanation of your research interests and goals. Through a meeting with the professor and senior lab members, and where appropriate a lab visit, you can learn about the research and atmosphere. Participation is decided through mutual consultation and agreement. Prospective and current students should also follow the formal laboratory-allocation procedures that apply to them.

In principle, yes. The theme should, however, have a meaningful connection to the laboratory’s areas of expertise and research direction. You can consult with the professor and senior members to identify an appropriate topic. We encourage research that contributes not only to scholarship but also to your career, your future, and the wider society.

Building on system design and management and systems engineering, members use a wide range of methods, including modeling, simulation, design thinking, and case studies.

You will engage in substantive discussion with students from varied disciplines in economics and business and develop the ability to approach problems from multiple perspectives. This broader field of view can provide the foundation for generating new ideas and solutions.

The laboratory does not maintain separate physical facilities, but members can use resources provided by the Graduate School of System Design and Management, including printers and network access. Slack is used for communication among members.

Yes. The laboratory actively collaborates with researchers and companies outside the university. External experts are regularly invited for lectures and discussion sessions, allowing members to learn about current research, practical problem-solving, and perspectives from different fields and industries.

Because the laboratory was newly established in 2023, it does not yet have a long alumni record. Expected pathways include careers in companies and public institutions, doctoral study, and research roles at independent institutes.

Yes. Seminars, workshops, and other activities are held regularly, and students are encouraged to participate. These events support interaction among students and the acquisition of new knowledge and skills.

The atmosphere is open, energetic, and mutually supportive. The professor and senior students are approachable, making it easy to ask questions and seek advice. Members from different backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to stimulating discussions.