Rewriting & Optimizing: Immigration Reform in Japan
The new Cabinet-level panel, led by Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara, will review "foreign national-related issues that warrant urgent attention and propose specific solutions by January." This initiative marks a crucial moment for Immigration Reform in Japan, particularly for established Foreign Residents.
The Global Connector Salon: Bridging Ecosystems
The Startup Lady Association, a leading accelerator for female entrepreneurs, has successfully launched the "Go Global Hub" initiative, a core project supported by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government.
Tokyo Networking Redefined at the Andaz
On a cool autumn evening, more than sixty senior leaders gathered high above Toranomon Hills for a Tokyo networking experience unlike any other. There were no flashing cameras, no forced introductions, just meaningful conversation in the warm glow of the Andaz Tokyo’s Tavern bar.
Sora2's Challenge to Japan: How a Copyright Crisis Forged a New Path for Creators
The recent Sora2 incident in Japan serves as a critical case study for understanding the broader AI business impact, highlighting the urgent need for clear AI Copyright Governance.
Thinking Smarter: The Insights of Richard Koo
At a recent seminar, heterodox economist Richard Koo challenged the mainstream view of a broken Japanese economy, arguing its fiscal stimulus was a necessary and successful intervention. His most radical stance is that Quantitative Easing (QE) is useless, warning of a QE trap. He firmly believes in prioritizing fiscal policy over monetary policy, basing his conclusions on data rather than ideology.
Japan's Sexless Society: A Preview of the Future?
Japan's supposedly declining sex drive is not a cultural failure but a glimpse into the future for other developed nations. The internet has made sex and pornography so ubiquitous that sex has lost its traditional value as a symbol of status and achievement, instead becoming a form of entertainment.