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Insights Across Japan
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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… -
Two Tickets: How the Grand Hyatt Giveaway Grew GoConnect’s Newsletter Audience
• September 2, 2026
Learn how GoConnect partnered with Grand Hyatt Tokyo to transform a standard ticket giveaway into a highly targeted newsletter activation and lead generation tool. -
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. -
Filling the Room: The Meta Ads Behind SMU’s Tokyo Thought Leadership Event
• August 19, 2026
Discover how a head-to-head Meta ads test drove 5x more event registrations using native Lead Forms over traditional landing pages for SMU’s Tokyo event. -
Best Bars in Tokyo for Networking and Meeting Professionals
• August 19, 2026
Discover the craft taprooms and quiet bars where Tokyo’s expats, tech founders and finance leaders network after hours, from Nakameguro to Ebisu. -
The Executive Coach in Tokyo: Challenging the Myths About Japanese Leadership
• August 17, 2026
Tokyo executive coach Paul Dupuis on why so many assumptions about Japanese leadership don’t hold up, and how the E5 Movement framework he built while running Randstad India and Randstad Japan still drives his work today.