An African Success Story—Earthbound: Nzambi Matee
Nzambi Matee transforms plastic waste into durable paving bricks, tackling Nairobi’s plastic crisis in an inspiring sustainability success story.
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How the Word Akiya Got Lost in Translation
The Japanese term 空き家 (akiya) often evokes images of rural, abandoned homes sold cheaply. However, in Japan, its meaning is much broader.
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Japan’s Top English-Friendly Residential Service Agencies
We hope our introduction to some of the best English-language-friendly residential service agencies can make finding your new home a little bit easier.
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Beyond Hotels: How Travelers Are Becoming Co-Owners of Japan’s Heritage Properties
PlanetDAO bridges global travelers with Japan’s cultural treasures, transforming neglected spaces into thriving, community-driven assets.
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5 Expert Coaches Helping Professionals Succeed in Japan
Unlock your full potential with five expert career coaches in Japan. From AI-powered leadership to adventure-based coaching, these professionals offer unique guidance to help you thrive in today’s business world.
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Dr Taizo Miyagi on the Outlook for Japanese Diplomacy in 2025
On January 10, the FPCJ hosted Dr. Taizo Miyagi, a Chuo University professor and expert in Japanese diplomacy, to discuss Japan’s challenges in 2025.
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Paul Dupuis is Inspiring a New Era of Future-Ready Leadership
Dupuis is poised to help instill more courage, purpose and power into the minds of emerging leaders everywhere with his new, innovative leadership development program, the ‘Future Ready Leadership Gym’.
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The Truth About Akiya: Separating Fact from Fiction
While the allure of owning a piece of Japan for such low costs is undeniable, the reality is far more complex.
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Asia Property Awards Honor Japan Resorts
Showcasing top-calibre villas and homes, Japan’s premier resort destinations were named at the 2024 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards.
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The Art of Writing: Sayuri Namiki on Pelikan’s Legacy of Craftsmanship
Sayuri’s appointment at Pelikan marks a seemingly natural outcome to her lifelong appreciation for design.
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Austria-Japan Relations: Business Culture and Ski Equipment Exchange
Austria and Japan share a longstanding relationship rooted in mutual respect, cultural appreciation and economic collaboration.
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Technology, Cash and the 21st Century Welfare State
In the rush to adopt new technology, nations such as India are neglecting poverty, said Yamini Aiyar, senior visiting fellow at Brown University in the US.
