TOTO’s former chairman on the philosophies and key strategies that helped create the cult-like devotion that TOTO’s toilets inspire today.

Japan’s blockchain industry is thriving. So which blockchain startups and companies are experts paying attention to? 

Enjoy this candid conversation on growing and leading the BIJ online community!

From a one-room office in Shibuya to the second-largest Salesforce Economy in the world.

It’s been over a month since our first-ever software update, and we’re aiming to make this regular because the updates keep rolling out…

What is it like as an editor of a media company in Japan? How does one choose which stories to pursue and publish? And much more. 

Satoru Iwata was not only a brilliant programmer and innovator—but also famously a forward-thinking strategist regarding the future of Nintendo and its userbase.

For all your listening needs, English-language podcasts by women living or working in Japan. Refresh your listening feed with these amazing finds.

What people often get wrong about marketing, the most recent marketing campaign that caught his eye + prompted action, and much more.

Tax-related considerations that can either help you save on tax or help you have a better grasp of the Japanese tax system—advice for startups & entrepreneurs. 

Digitization in Japan—1 piece of the story so far. Here’s what happened, what needs fixing, and what happens next.

Everything expats should know about TELL, the hotline & counseling service, saving lives and championing better mental health in Japan. 

Startupbootcamp (SBC) is a global organization supporting early-stage tech founders through programs that grant access to relevant investors and partners. Find out about their Scale Osaka program.

The survey measured awareness of keywords and daily consumption behaviors related to the SDGs and interest in and experience with ethical consumption and sustainability.

Cross-cultural specialist Kiyoshi Matsumoto on Japan’s feudalist past and how it shows up in present-day Japan, the bizarre movement of 1867, and what Japan can—and should—do better.  

In fact, this isn’t the first update to our software—not by a long shot. But it is the first time we’re featuring updates on our blog! 

A premium Columbian coffee brand enters Japan, tips on importing goods, the importance of finding the right partners, and how to create a stellar morning coffee ritual. 

Here’s what to know about Japan’s job market recovery, growth, and forecast of job trends for the second half of 2021, based on figures published by Doda.

Where can you go to get English-language support for your big startup idea for Japan? Need help with your paperwork or boots-on-the-ground implementation? Check out these options. 

Find out the practical steps that will create the most significant momentum during your time of transition.