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Insights Across Japan
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Breaking Down Japan’s Top 3 Cities for Setting Up a Business
• September 9, 2026
Setting up a business in Japan? Compare Tokyo, Fukuoka, and Osaka by real estate costs, visa incentives, and target industries to find your ideal launchpad. -

From Vacancy to Full Occupancy: How Smart Investors Stabilize Assets in Japan
• September 8, 2026
Facing extended rental vacancies? Learn how smart investors use proactive Tokyo property management to avoid hidden market pitfalls and maximize asset occupancy. -

Japanese vs Western Business Culture: The Two Meanings of Cash Flow
• September 7, 2026
Explore the critical differences between Japanese defensive cash management and Western offensive value creation in global business. -

The Future of Real Estate: Renovation Industry Fair
• September 3, 2026
Join us at the 2026 Tokyo Renovation Industry Fair. Discover the latest home improvement trends, AI integration and the hidden environmental costs of innovation. -

Befriending Your Fears in Japan
• September 2, 2026
My friend and I were enjoying a juice and an oversized Chinese dinner in Nishi-Waseda, Shinjuku. One or two beers had been consumed, and we were in a state of satisfaction and happiness, masters of our own universe. Suddenly, the whole buzzing restaurant went spookily silent, and a roaring sound echoed while the entire restaurant… -

Industry Insights: When the “Consultant” Title Becomes Ambiguous in Japan
• August 31, 2026
Explore why the title “consultant” carries suspicion in Japan but not the West. Discover the importance of function, integrity and expectations in Japanese business culture. -

Inside the Mind of a Film Director: The Creative Origins of Mamoru Hosoda
• August 28, 2026
Discover the creative origins of acclaimed anime director Mamoru Hosoda. Explore his iconic films, career journey, and event details for the Tokyo exhibition. -

Best International MBA Programs for Japanese Professionals—And Why
• August 26, 2026
Looking to elevate your global career? Discover the six best international MBA programs for Japanese graduates in 2026, featuring MIT partnerships, scholarships, and STEM OPT. -

Industry Insights: Understanding the Startup Culture Gap Between Japan and the West
• August 25, 2026
Discover how everyday observations reveal deep differences in business values, startup culture and investment strategies between Japan and the West. -

What Do Top Universities Really Look For? It’s Not Just Grades
• August 21, 2026
Are good grades enough for highly selective colleges? Discover what top UK and US universities really look for, from extracurriculars to holistic reviews. -

Bike Star Scores 2 Guinness World Records at Hakuba
• August 20, 2026
Japanese trials rider Tomomi Nishikubo sets two Guinness World Records by riding a fakie nose manual down an Olympic ski jump in Hakuba. Read about the epic feat.

