Tokyo Yamathon Moves People for a Worthy Cause
Tokyo Yamathon is based on a simple concept: teams of three or four walk the loop of the Yamanote Line within 12 hours.
Temple University Welcomes New Dean
Temple University, Japan Campus (TUJ) has marked a new milestone—the appointment of a new dean, Matthew Wilson, JD. GoConnect recently had the chance to speak with him.
Don’t Miss This Huge Golden Sculpture at Roppongi Hills
On Thursday, November 26, GoConnect was invited to the unveiling of Takashi Murakami’s massive sculpture at Roppongi Hills.
A New Name Opens Doors for REI
One of our NPOs celebrated a recent milestone: they rebranded. GoConnect had the opportunity to talk with REI Executive Director Jane Best OBE about the concept behind the rebrand and their new goals.
Enjoy Your Winter Holiday in Hakuba with Evergreen
Dave Enright, director and founder of Evergreen Outdoor Center in Hakuba, walks us through some of the most interesting things you can do there this winter and introduces us to the many packages they offer
GoConnect Members Enjoy a VIP Experience at Hibiya Cinema Festival
GoConnect Members were able to enjoy a premium experience at this year’s Hibiya Cinema Festival, including insightful Q&A sessions with the screened films’ directors.
This Is GoConnect!
As we continue to innovate and deliver a more rewarding experience for our community, we decided that it is time the platform had a dedicated presence with its own unique brand identity.
Beach Cleaning Goes Online
SEGO Initiative organizes outdoor cleaning activities to raise awareness and appreciation for the environment. Fortunately, Covid-19 and its social distancing have not stopped them from organizing regular beach cleaning activities.
Live Mentorship from the Hult Prize Tokyo International University
The Hult Prize TIU Organization Team invites many successful Tokyo-based entrepreneurs to conduct workshops or offer mentorship—the sessions will be broadcast live.
Take Your Business Skills to the Next Level with JMEC
The Japan Market Expansion Competition (JMEC) is an annual seven-month comprehensive business training program. It includes a series of business-related workshops and culminates in writing a complete business plan for a real client.
Hope Takes Form
Learn more about a sculpture that’s been installed in front of Tokyo Midtown Hibiya to bring hope and inspiration to those who pass by.
Supporting Young Entrepreneurs
The Japan Business and Entrepreneurship Council (JBEC) creates opportunities for entrepreneurship and innovation for high school students. We’ve got the details about their latest event.