OptQC Speaks at "Australia-Japan Quantum Workshop" to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation
OptQC Corp. (Headquarters: Toshima-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and CEO: Kan Takase; hereinafter "OptQC"), a company engaged in the research and development of optical quantum computers, announces that Director Takuji Hiraoka delivered a pitch as a Japanese quantum startup at the "Australia-Japan Quantum Workshop" held in Sydney, Australia, on Tuesday, July 28, 2026.
This workshop was held in conjunction with the signing of the "Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) on Quantum Science, Technology, and Innovation between Japan and Australia" on the previous day, Monday, July 27, by Kimi Onoda, Minister of State for Science and Technology Policy of Japan, and Tim Ayres, Minister for Industry and Innovation and Minister for Science of Australia. The event also coincided with the visit of the Japanese government delegation led by Minister Onoda to Australia.
With the support of the Quantum STrategic industry Alliance for Revolution (Q-STAR) and Quantum Australia (QA), this event served as a vital opportunity to translate intergovernmental agreements into concrete business and research activities within industrial and academic sectors, thereby accelerating the commercialization of technologies and the creation of use cases.
Workshop Overview
Name: Australia – Japan Quantum Workshop
Date: Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Venue: The University of Sydney Nano Institute(Sydney, Australia)
OptQC participated in this workshop as an optical quantum startup originating from the University of Tokyo. During the presentation, OptQC introduced the development achievements of its first machine, "MoQuren," as well as "HIQALI," its membership initiative aimed at driving industrial applications of optical quantum technology and building a broader ecosystem, presenting proposals on the transition process from research outcomes to commercialization and the creation of new business opportunities through industrial collaboration between Japan and Australia.
Furthermore, in the subsequent roundtable session, OptQC exchanged views with key stakeholders from industries, universities, and research institutions of both Japan and Australia. Discussion focused on the mutual utilization of each country's technological strengths and concrete actions toward future joint projects.
"We are deeply honored to have participated in this workshop representing a quantum startup from Japan at this historic milestone marked by Minister Onoda's delegation visit to Australia and the signing of the intergovernmental MoC between Japan and Australia.
We have actively engaged in initiatives aimed at global expansion, including forging collaborations with major organizations and partners across Asian countries such as Thailand and India. Our participation in this 'Australia-Japan Quantum Workshop' will serve as a significant catalyst to further solidify our international endeavors. Moving forward, we will continue to accelerate the global deployment of optical quantum technology and steadily advance its practical application in overseas markets, with a strong focus on Australia."
OptQC is a deep-tech startup aiming to provide a next-generation computing platform using optical quantum technology.
Built upon over 25 years of research at the Furusawa Laboratory of the University of Tokyo, we accelerate the practical application of quantum technology in the global market through an approach that simultaneously promotes research, development, and business.
Company Name : OptQC Corp.
Location : 15th Floor, IT tower TOKYO, 3-28-13 Nishi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo 171-0021, Japan
Representative : Kan Takase, Representative Director and CEO
Established : September 2, 2024
Business Description : Research, development, and provision of optical quantum computers
URL : https://www.optqc.com/en/
OptQC Corp. Public Relations
E-mail: press@optqc.com
