Naoko Yamazaki

Naoko Yamazaki

Keynote Speaker: Astronaut Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)

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Naoko Yamazaki Biography

Naoko Yamazaki is an engineer, former Japanese astronaut at JAXA, and the second Japanese woman to fly in space. Yamazaki joined the National Space Development Agency of Japan (NASDA) in 1996 and was part of the development team for the system integration of the Japanese Experiment Module (JEM). She also worked on the JEM failure analysis and creating initial operation procedures. From June 1998 to March 2000, she was part of the ISS Centrifuge team (life science experiment facility) conducting conceptual framework and preliminary design.

Yamazaki was selected as an astronaut candidate in February 1999 by the National Space Development Agency of Japan (NASDA, now JAXA), attended the ISS Astronaut Basic Training program beginning in April 1999, and was certified as an astronaut in September 2001. Since 2001, Yamazaki has participated in ISS Advanced Training and supported the development of the hardware and operation of the Japanese Experiment Module.

In June 2004, Yamazaki arrived at the Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas to begin Astronaut Candidate Training school, where she was assigned to the Astronaut Office Robotics Branch. She was selected as a NASA mission specialist in 2006. In November 2008, JAXA announced that Yamazaki would become the second Japanese woman to fly in space on STS-131, which launched on 5 April 2010. Since the space shuttle retired the following year in 2011, she was also the last Japanese astronaut to ever fly the space shuttle.

On April 5, 2010 Yamazaki entered space on the shuttle Discovery as part of mission STS-131. She returned to Earth on April 20, 2010. Yamazaki retired from JAXA on August 31, 2011.

Since 2011, Yamazaki has been involved with promoting STEM activities as well as being a member of the Japanese government Space Policy Committee. In July 2018, Yamazaki co-founded the Space Port Japan Association, which is an organization to support efforts to open spaceports in Japan through collaboration with companies, groups and government institutions. She is an adviser to the Young Astronaut Club, and Chairman of the Women in Aerospace program of the Japan Rocket Society.

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Naoko Yamazaki Videos

Amelia Earhart Fellow Presentation at the 2018 Convention - YouTube
Seeing Earth from space | Naoko Yamazaki | TEDxHaneda - YouTube
Video Message from Naoko Yamazaki on Girls and Women in STEM ...

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What topics does Naoko Yamazaki speak about?

Naoko Yamazaki is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Astronauts, Diversity & Inclusion, Influential Women, Technology, Science, Futurism, Space, Inspirational, Motivational and Innovation.

Where does Naoko Yamazaki travel from?

Naoko Yamazaki generally travels from Japan and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Naoko Yamazaki for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Naoko Yamazaki for your next private or corporate function.

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Naoko Yamazaki is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Astronauts, Diversity & Inclusion and Influential Women. The estimated speaking fee range to book Naoko Yamazaki for live events is Below $10,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Naoko Yamazaki generally travels from Japan and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Megan McArthur, Christina Koch and Alyssa Carson. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Naoko Yamazaki for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 03/09/2024.

Naoko Yamazaki Videos

Amelia Earhart Fellow Presentation at the 2018 Convention - YouTube
Seeing Earth from space | Naoko Yamazaki | TEDxHaneda - YouTube
Video Message from Naoko Yamazaki on Girls and Women in STEM ...
  • How do I book Naoko Yamazaki to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Naoko Yamazaki for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Naoko Yamazaki, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Naoko Yamazaki or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Naoko Yamazaki for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Naoko Yamazaki, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is Below $10,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Naoko Yamazaki, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Naoko Yamazaki speak about?

    Naoko Yamazaki is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Astronauts, Diversity & Inclusion, Influential Women, Technology, Science, Futurism, Space, Inspirational, Motivational and Innovation.
  • Where does Naoko Yamazaki travel from?

    Naoko Yamazaki generally travels from Japan and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Naoko Yamazaki?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Naoko Yamazaki for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Naoko Yamazaki for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Naoko Yamazaki or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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