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My Word for 2026
"Life doesn’t move forward from endless thinking." After a year of pouring everything into Kokorozashi and the Hololife Summit, I realized that constant output creates noise. My word for 2026 is 調 (Totonou). It’s not about working harder—it’s about closing the mental loops and finding true alignment.
百薬: Where 1000-Year-Old Fermentation Meets Gratitude - My Post-Summit Celebration
"Today is the last day of matsutake season," Chef Sato said. The three of us - me, Ayumi, Nanami - looked at each other. We just got blessed. HOLOLIFE Summit Tokyo was finished. Sold out, fantastic energy, everything we worked for. And now we're sitting at Hyakuyaku, about to experience omakase at one of Tokyo's most profound restaurants. I could have celebrated alone. But success means nothing if you don't share it with the people who believed when it was just an idea.
From 1000-Year-Old Silk to the Cheapest Ramen in Tokyo - One Perfect Day
The fabric was softer than normal clothing. Way softer. This shirt at ENWA was made from jūnihitoe-inspired kimono - the twelve-layered robes imperial court ladies wore 1000 years ago. I bought it. Six hours later, I was sitting in the grittiest ramen shop in Tokyo with my preschool buddies, eating rebanira and not caring about my macros. Same day. Complete opposite energy. This is the real Tokyo story.
From Tallinn to Helsinki: When Your Family Becomes Your Greatest Teacher
The automatic doors of Tallinn Airport slid open, and there they were—my tribe. As I wrapped them in my arms, I felt two worlds colliding: the intellectual intensity of the mastermind I'd just left behind, and the raw, unfiltered reality of family life. That moment wasn't just a reunion. It was the beginning of an unexpected lesson in what happens when you stop separating your warrior training from your role as a father.
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.
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.
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.
A Biohacker's Chronicle: Amsterdam 2023
In Amsterdam 2023, the Biohacker Summit interwoven with serendipitous encounters and proud moments blending my heritage, fueling anticipation for the Tokyo Summit 2024.
Upgraded Dinner Amsterdam 2023
Embark on a gastronomic journey at the Upgraded Dinner, a prelude to the Biohacker Summit Amsterdam 2023, where culinary artistry meets biohacking principles in a lively, hands-on cooking experience.
Optimized Day Workshop Amsterdam 2023
I helped organize the Optimized Day workshop during Biohacker Week, guiding attendees through hands-on stations on corrective exercises, breathwork, and biohacking technologies at the serene Fort Resort Beemster.
An Ancestral Journey: Biohacker Summit London After Party
Ancestral Ecstatic Journey: Biohacker London After Party & Countryside Tour
The London Biohacker Summit after-party took us on an ancestral journey with ecstatic dance, live music, and a wild-foraged lunch and herbalism tour in the countryside.
Blending Work and Family in France
Blending Work and Family: An Alsace Trip Managing a Les Dominicains Concert
I brought my family on a trip to France where I was managing a concert at the medieval Les Dominicains. We deepened our bonds through Alsatian culture and history.
Zen Musicianship Transcends Boundaries in France
les dominicains, Guebwiller, France
At the historic Les Dominicains in France, Zen monk Yogetsu Akasaka mesmerized crowds with an unparalleled fusion of ancient melodies and modern beats.
Recharging in Nature after a Biohacking Retreat
After leading exercise at a biohacking retreat in Estonia, I took a ferry to Helsinki for Nordic nature immersion with ice baths, forest trails, saunas, and ecstatic breath-work.
Exploring Biohacking in Japan
Teemu in Japan
I recently joined Biohacker Center's Teemu Arina on a trip to Japan for venue scouting, business meetings, and discovering chefs. We toured Tokyo and met with innovative startups and investors eager to accelerate biohacking.
A Biohacker's Journey: Amsterdam 2022
A Biohacker's Journey: Amsterdam 2022
I'm excited to share my recent journey to Amsterdam, a city renowned for its artistic heritage, elaborate canal system, and narrow houses with gabled facades. But my trip was not just about sightseeing; it was a learning, growth, and camaraderie journey.
Upgraded Dinner Amsterdam 2022
A Culinary Journey: Upgraded Dinner 2022 in Amsterdam
Hello, Teknation! I'm excited to share my recent experience at the Upgraded Dinner in Amsterdam. This exclusive, hands-on dinner event took place on the eve of the Biohacker Summit, bringing together VIPs, speakers, and artists for an unforgettable culinary adventure.
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.
Welcome to the world “Lui”
Welcome to the World, Lui Matsuda
So, here's to the newest addition to our family, Lui Matsuda. Welcome to the world, little one. May your life be filled with love, joy, and endless possibilities. And may you always remember, life is a lesson, life is simpler, and life is so, so beautiful.
