Talk 2 - Values and Technologies for 5G Advanced and 6G

Takehiro Nakamura
Takehiro Nakamura

NTT Docomo, Japan


Presentation Time
July 27, 2026
10:05 AM - 10:35 AM (GMT+7)
Session Topic

Talk 2 - Values and Technologies for 5G Advanced and 6G

Abstract

Research, development, and standardization of technologies for the 5G Advanced are ongoing, addressing emerging market needs. Simultaneously, research on technologies and services for 6G is accelerating worldwide. From 2025, 6G standardization activities have been started in 3GPP. NTT DOCOMO is actively engaged in the standardization and development of technologies for 5G Advanced and 6G, including millimeter wave, RIS, NTN, sub-Tera Hz, AI-native networks, and ISAC. This presentation will explain our vision and the latest technical activities for 5G Advanced and 6G.

Biography

Mr. Takehiro Nakamura currently serves as Chief Standardization Officer and Corporation Evangelist at NTT DOCOMO, Inc. With extensive experience in R&D and standardization, he has played a pivotal role in advancing radio and network technologies for next generation systems. Mr. Nakamura has actively contributed to standardization activities in ARIB, ITU, and 3GPP, serving as Vice Chair and Chair of 3GPP TSG-RAN from 2005 to 2013. Currently, he leads several projects on Local 5G, millimeter-wave, and 6G within the XG Mobile Promotion Forum(XGMF). He also serves as a board member of 5G-ACIA and as a sub-leader of the Human Augmentation Consortium.