It's not a platform
It's a movement
About Us

Get to know PonderOn

Our Mission
At PonderOn, we value your experiences and believe in sharing them to inspire others on their own path to fulfillment. Our data projects aim to shed light on truth amidst deception, while our networking events foster community building. We hope you join us on this journey.

Our Vision
We imagine a world in which people think before they speak. We foresee the day when truth comes before profit and chaos isn't monetized. We aims to see a time when people leaarn from the lessons and challenges of other people. That's why PonderOn exists.

Why We're Here
Motivated by the heartbreaking suicide of a 14-year-old girl in Japan during the winter of 2021, we felt compelled to bring peace to our world. We recognized the countless stories that remain unheard, often only coming to light too late. We are committed to ensuring that everyone has the right to be heard, that the truth is known, and that everyone finds their place.
What We Do
Stories
We tell stories. We share stories. We connect to you through stories. We believe each one matters.
Events
Events are at the center of our organization. We believe the communities we build at these events can transcend time itself.
Ponder Room
We know that information spreads like wildfire. So we want to make sure you get the truth with our data projects!
Writer's Room
Your pen is more powerful than you think. We've got lots to talk about. Join the room.
We bring your stories to life so others can learn from your challenges.
PonderOn Stories
Mini Documentaries
We create mini documentaries that spotlight the struggles of individuals whose stories have yet to be told.
Bullying Doesn't Make You Strong
Here's a story about a girl whose life was cut short after she faces intense bullying from her peers. She was only 14 years old and never got a chance to tell her story.

We Share Stories. Your Stories.
Each story is told in the exact way you said it. No words are removed. We believe that your story is something nobody can rewrite for you.

Your stories relate to more people than you think.
We’re taking the world by storm! Imagine the incredible impact of connecting with countless individuals who face the same challenges as you. By sharing your inspiring stories, you’ll empower others to break free from their obstacles and embark on their own transformative journeys. Let’s unite and make a difference together!

Documentaries are like video biographies.
Each documentary we make tells the untold story of an individual. We take unbiased approaches to the information we share. We respect the dignity of those involved and ensure to remain as close to the original plot as possible. We want you to feel what the individual feels. This is the essence of PonderOn.

Events
At the core of our vibrant community lies our spectacular events, and this year, we’re thrilled to invite you to Tokyo for our inaugural flagship event, Ponder Tokyo ’25! Get ready for an unforgettable experience that promises to captivate and inspire.

Build Communities
Every PonderOn event is a space where stories unfold and lives intersect. Our mission is to bring together individuals who seek more than connection: they seek belonging. These gatherings are designed to spark transformation, forge friendships, and move people closer to purpose by surrounding them with a community that sees them, hears them, and walks beside them.

Share Opportunities
We believe every person carries a spark that, when shared, can light someone else’s way. That’s why our events aren’t just moments—they’re movements. We invite voices that challenge, perspectives that teach, and ideas that build. At PonderOn, we don’t just listen. We create the conditions where truth is honored, lessons are passed on, and everyone gets a seat at the table.

Showcase Initiatives
Behind every initiative we spotlight is a story that needed to be told. From silent struggles to powerful resilience, we use our platform to lift projects, people, and ideas that are quietly changing the world. Each showcase is a reminder: when the overlooked are finally seen, and the unheard are given voice, healing begins—and a new kind of future becomes possible.