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Joined July 2011
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Weekly Recap:From AI-ready education to smarter manufacturing, semiconductor innovation and next-generation hospitality, this week’s interviews explore how Japanese companies are adapting to a changing world. 🔗theworldfolio.com #TheWorldfolio #Japan #Innovation #AI
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In our latest interview, EPS Corporation President Noriyuki Takai discusses AI-powered research, decentralized clinical trials and how Japan can help global innovators bring new treatments to patients across Asia. 🔗theworldfolio.com/interviews… #TheWorldfolio #EPS #Japan
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In our latest interview, EP-Link President Hironao Nakajima discusses how digital solutions like Patient LINK and SYNOV-R can streamline patient recruitment, improve trial efficiency and help address drug lag and drug loss in Japan. 🔗theworldfolio.com/interviews… #TheWorldfolio #Japan
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In our latest interview, Tsugaru Strait Ferry explores how connecting Hokkaido and Aomori through sea travel can promote regional tourism, local culture and unique travel experiences across Japan. 🔗theworldfolio.com/interviews… #TheWorldfolio #JapanTourism #Hokkaido #Aomori #Japan
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Our latest publication with Newsweek International is out now! Explore how Japanese companies are bringing the country’s food, culture and travel experiences to global audiences, alongside coverage of the political developments shaping world affairs. #TheWorldfolio #Newsweek
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This week on The Worldfolio: Discover how Japanese and Korean companies are driving growth through industrial expertise, global food expansion, K-beauty innovation, AI-driven transformation and energy storage. 🔗 theworldfolio.com #TheWorldfolio #Japan #Korea #Innovation
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In our latest interview, K-UNO CEO Koichi Aoki discusses bespoke design, Japanese craftsmanship and meaningful IP collaborations, as the company looks beyond jewelry to build a personalized lifestyle platform. 🔗theworldfolio.com/interviews… #TheWorldfolio #Japan #Jewelry #Innovation
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In our latest interview, Akihiko Ito, President of JR Central Hotels, discusses combining Japanese hospitality, international partnerships and regional experiences to attract global travelers and drive growth. 🔗theworldfolio.com/interviews… #TheWorldfolio #JapanTourism #Hospitality
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Our latest report with Newsweek International explores Japan’s industrial future, from manufacturing innovation and sustainable materials to packaging solutions for global markets. #TheWorldfolio #NewsweekInternational #JapanBusiness #Manufacturing #Sustainability #GlobalBusiness
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Weekly Recap: Discover how Japanese and Korean companies are taking their expertise global, from hospitality and sustainable packaging to Japanese character brands, fan-first entertainment, destination weddings, bags and Korean food. 🔗 theworldfolio.com #TheWorldfolio
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In our latest interview, Yeon Jung Mi, Founder of dasique, BY ECOM and AFTER BLOW, discusses international expansion, product innovation and building distinctive beauty brands through quality, thoughtful design and lasting consumer trust. 🔗theworldfolio.com/interviews… #TheWorldfolio
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ASK President Katsuyuki Kawai discusses cultivating Japanese rice in India, supporting sake breweries, and building new opportunities for Japanese food exports through sustainable agriculture and innovation. 🔗theworldfolio.com/interviews… #TheWorldfolio #Japan #Agriculture #India
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In our latest interview, Wishcompany CEO Ryan Park discusses science-backed skincare, consumer trust and the next phase of global growth for Dear Klairs and By Wishtrend, alongside the company’s broader vision for wellness. 🔗theworldfolio.com/interviews… #TheWorldfolio #KBeauty
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Weekly Recap: Discover how Japanese companies are expanding their global reach, from ITOCHU Pulp & Paper’s integrated packaging solutions and Marugame Seimen’s handmade udon to Tokyo Skytree’s efforts to connect international visitors with East Tokyo. 🔗 theworldfolio.com
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In our latest interview, WM Partners President Yasuo Tokunaga discusses Japan’s corporate transformation, generational succession and the growing role of private equity in supporting long-term business growth. 🔗theworldfolio.com/interviews… #TheWorldfolio #Japan #Investment
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In our latest interview, Mensyoku CEO Makoto Nakahara discusses Japanese food’s global growth, the company’s expansion across the US and Europe, and its approach to preserving authenticity while adapting to local markets. 🔗theworldfolio.com/interviews… #TheWorldfolio #Japan #Ramen
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In our latest interview, Showa Sangyo President Hideyuki Tsukagoshi discusses the company’s shift toward higher-value grain solutions, 99.9% resource utilization, functional ingredients and expansion into Vietnam and ASEAN. 🔗theworldfolio.com/interviews… #TheWorldfolio #ShowaSangyo
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Japan’s restaurant industry is changing rapidly. In our latest interview, GARDEN President Satoshi Kawashima discusses operational innovation, new restaurant models and the company’s ambition to take Japanese food culture global. 🔗theworldfolio.com/interviews… #TheWorldfolio #Japan
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This week on The Worldfolio: Discover how Japanese and Korean companies are taking their expertise global, from luxury Korean skincare and globally expanding confectionery to destination hotels bringing the culture of regional Japan to international travelers. #TheWorldfolio
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Japan’s investment landscape is entering a new phase. In our latest interview, SPARX CEO Shuhei Abe discusses Japan’s economic recovery, monozukuri, AI-driven opportunities and SPARX’s growing investment activities across Asia. 🔗theworldfolio.com/interviews… #TheWorldfolio #Japan #AI
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