Prior to joining the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, Mr. Ogiwara worked for Cisco Systems, Inc. He currently aspires to realize the making of Tokyo as an outstanding/ world class city, by strategically and rapidly supporting the advancement of new businesses that utilize the latest cutting edge technology; to create a ‘smart Tokyo’ where the lives of residents are enhanced/improved through digital technology. Furthermore, in order to implement a digital administration system in each bureau of the metropolitan government, wards, cities, towns and villages, he provides technical support in aid of advancing digital transformation.