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Blending Work and Family in Nordic

Blending Work and Family in the Nordic: A Memorable Helsinki Experience

Organizing the Biohacker Summit in Helsinki in 2024 was a milestone in my professional life. Still, this year was particularly special because I could blend my work with family again! My wife, Nao Matsuda, and our kids joined me for the event, marking our first family trip to Helsinki in five years—since Nao last attended the Biohacker Summit 2019.

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Vero in Boston

A Special Visit from Veronika: A Colleague's First Time in Boston

It's not every day that a colleague from across the world visits your hometown, so when Veronika, one of my esteemed colleagues at Biohacker Center in Helsinki, made her way to Boston, I was thrilled to show her around. Veronika and I often cross paths at events in Europe, where our work with Biohacker Center brings us together. However, this was the first time she had ventured to my side of the Atlantic, and I was eager to give her an authentic Boston experience.

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Japan Festival Boston 2024

A Day at Japan Festival Boston: Family Fun and Cultural Discoveries

Last weekend, my family and I enjoyed attending the Japan Festival Boston, which beautifully showcases the richness of Japanese culture right in the heart of the city. Held at Boston Common, the festival was an incredible opportunity for my kids to immerse themselves in the traditions and joys of Japanese culture—an experience that I, as a proud Japanese, was thrilled to share with them.

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Optimized Day Workshop Amsterdam 2022

Optimized Day Workshop Amsterdam 2022: A Day of Biohacking and Self-Improvement

The Biohacker Summit Amsterdam 2022 was not just about listening to speakers and networking with like-minded individuals. It also included an immersive and exclusive retreat from the Optimized Day Workshop. This workshop was a full day of practical exercises, lectures, and experiences designed to help participants optimize their daily routines for better health, productivity, and overall well-being.

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My Journey with Kyle Bochniak

Inside the Cage: The Trials and Triumphs of My Journey with Kyle Bochniak

In the world of mixed martial arts, the bond between fighters can be as compelling as the battles they wage in the cage. For me, Tateki Matsuda, and my training partner, Kyle Bochniak, our journey to the Professional Fighters League (PFL) 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia, was a testament to our shared dedication, resilience, and friendship.

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Upgraded Offsite Helsinki 2022

The Upgraded Offsite

After Biohacker Summit Helsinki, we embarked on an epic upgraded offsite to the world's largest archipelago in front of Finland. This is where ancient Finns used to pay their taxes to the king with seal fat and salted herring. They survived on fishing and the gifts from nature, and we were there to immerse ourselves in the exact beautiful nature and sea that provided them with sustenance.

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