I am pleased to announce that I have succeeded Yoji Mikami, former President, as President of the Japanese Peripheral Nerve Society. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of our society. I would also like to express my sincere appreciation for the hard work and dedication of past presidents and board members, and I am committed to doing my utmost to further develop our society. One of the greatest features of our society is its interdisciplinary nature, where specialists from a wide range of fields—such as orthopedics, neurology, plastic surgery, rehabilitation, neurosurgery, occupational medicine, and basic medical sciences—come together to discuss peripheral nerve function, diseases, trauma, nerve regeneration and functional reconstruction, and advanced treatments. Recently, not only physicians but also medical staff have become increasingly involved, leading to more practical and meaningful discussions. I believe that this cross-disciplinary exchange will continue to inspire and drive significant progress in our field. The mission of our society is to clarify the pathophysiology of peripheral nerve disorders, which have a profound impact on patients' lives, and to develop treatments that improve quality of life. To achieve this mission, we will continue to promote research in peripheral nerve science, contribute to clinical practice, strengthen educational activities, and foster international collaboration. Particularly concerning are the challenges we face with the decline in the number of young physicians and researchers and the weakening of research environments. It is essential to nurture and support the next generation of researchers, as this is the foundation of future medical advancements. Through interdisciplinary research projects, we aim to strengthen our research activities and build a robust research foundation for the future. In addition, to rapidly incorporate new medical technologies and insights, such as molecular targeted therapies and genome-based drug discovery, international exchange is indispensable. Sharing knowledge and experience globally benefits not only patients and healthcare providers but also society as a whole. Our society collaborates closely with the Peripheral Nerve Society (PNS), and since 2021, we have published an annual special issue in the Journal of Peripheral Nervous System. Looking ahead, there is potential for PNS meetings to be held in Japan, and we are eager to strengthen our international exchanges. The Japanese Peripheral Nerve Society was founded in 1990 with the first meeting held in Nagoya under the name "Peripheral Nerve Research Meeting." Since 2001, the society has been known as the Japanese Peripheral Nerve Society. Today, with more than 700 members, we continue to publish our journal, Peripheral Nerve, regularly. Moving forward, I hope to increase membership and, with the support of past presidents and senior members, further develop our society and shape the future of peripheral nerve science. I sincerely ask for your continued guidance and support as we work together to advance our mission. Kenichi Kaida President Saitama Medical Center, Saitama Medical University (Saitama, Japan)