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Insights for Foreign Entrepreneurs

Reflections on Japan’s Business Environment, Expense Optimization, and Starting a Business in Japan

With over 30 years in corporate management, I have engaged with a diverse range of businesses in Japan. This blog is planned as a repository of practical reflections and real-life experiences. It is not a service offering, but rather a collection of observations for those considering starting a business in Japan.

When the drums echo and lanterns sway, Japan remembers who it is.

Every year, from snowy mountaintops to humid seaside towns, Japan erupts in vibrant color, sound, and ritual. […]

Old stages, quiet gestures—Japan’s timeless rhythm lives on.
Why Japan’s Roads Run on Unwritten Rules

Japan’s roads may seem familiar at a glance—lanes, traffic signals, vehicles. But if you spend even a day on t […]

The eyes never lie—but not everyone knows how to read them.

In Japan, people often say, “The eyes speak as much as the mouth.” But this isn’t just a poetic expression—it’ […]

Shibuya isn’t done—it’s evolving in plain sight.

Shibuya is not just a place—it’s a phenomenon. For decades, this district in western Tokyo has served as a gra […]

Is Kabukicho Really the Largest Entertainment District in the East?

If you’ve heard of Tokyo’s nightlife, you’ve probably heard of Kabukicho. Billed as “the largest entertainment […]

In Japan, your school defines your path—unless you define it first.
Evolving Alone—Why Japan’s Brightest Ideas Sometimes Go Nowhere