Designer, Creative Director, and Project Associate Professor at the Research Center for Advanced Science and Technology (RCAST), the University of Tokyo. Born in Japan in 1985, Yoshimoto earned an MS degree in Aeronautics and Astronautics from the University of Tokyo in 2010 and concluded his doctoral studies in Design Engineering at the Royal College of Art in 2016, concurrently founding the acclaimed design studio Tangent in London. In 2020, he co-founded the Advanced Art Design Lab at RCAST thereby amplifying his presence across both London and Tokyo. Yoshimoto specialises in the harmonious integration of design and engineering, crafting an array of innovative designs and concepts for globally renowned luxury brands. In recent years, he established the international initiative Craft x Tech, bridging traditional Japanese craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology, and has actively pursued collaborations to contribute to the evolution and preservation of Japanese cultural heritage.