One of the most prestigious and respected universities in the country and a core pillar of higher education not only in Japan but also Asia, Hokkaido University currently has around 18,000 students enrolled, 10% of which are international students from more than 85 countries. The university even has a reputation for having the happiest and most satisfied students in the country. President Prof. Keizo Yamaguchi explains what makes it such a unique seat of learning in Japan
One of the most prestigious and respected universities in the country and a core pillar of higher education not only in Japan but also Asia, Hokkaido University currently has around 18,000 students enrolled, 10% of which are international students from more than 85 countries. The university even has a reputation for having the happiest and most satisfied students in the country. President Prof. Keizo Yamaguchi explains what makes it such a unique seat of learning in Japan
Upper Reach talks to Ghazi Al Mannai, founder of Al Shoura Trading and Services Company and its flagship brand Cellini, about the opportunities for Qatar’s flourishing luxury sector
Upper Reach talks to Ghazi Al Mannai, founder of Al Shoura Trading and Services Company and its flagship brand Cellini, about the opportunities for Qatar’s flourishing luxury sector
Founded in 1986, Chikaranomoto Company has grown rapidly and built up a hard-earned reputation for changing the image of ramen. Its 70 IPPUDO restaurants are across Japan and also around the world in cities such as New York, Singapore, Hong Kong, London and Paris. Founder and passionate restaurateur Shigemi Kawahara explains how the chain turned the image of noodle dining around and how it intends to set the global standard for ramen.
Founded in 1986, Chikaranomoto Company has grown rapidly and built up a hard-earned reputation for changing the image of ramen. Its 70 IPPUDO restaurants are across Japan and also around the world in cities such as New York, Singapore, Hong Kong, London and Paris. Founder and passionate restaurateur Shigemi Kawahara explains how the chain turned the image of noodle dining around and how it intends to set the global standard for ramen.
One of the world’s largest travel companies, JTB Corp. was ahead of the competition in targeting Japan’s inbound tourism sector a decade ago and encouraging tourists to go beyond its main cities and discover its regional diversity, thereby gaining a wider view of Japan and boosting its local economies and communities. President and CEO of JTB Corp. Hiroyuki Takahashi discusses the new, globally focused business model the company is now looking at and where Japan’s tourism sector is heading.
One of the world’s largest travel companies, JTB Corp. was ahead of the competition in targeting Japan’s inbound tourism sector a decade ago and encouraging tourists to go beyond its main cities and discover its regional diversity, thereby gaining a wider view of Japan and boosting its local economies and communities. President and CEO of JTB Corp. Hiroyuki Takahashi discusses the new, globally focused business model the company is now looking at and where Japan’s tourism sector is heading.
The highly anticipated Mitsubishi Regional Jet (MRJ) is flying the flag for the nascent Japanese aerospace industry. President of its creator, the Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation (MITAC), Hiromichi Morimoto discusses the effect the new jet is expected to have on the sector both at home and internationally as it sets new standards in comfort, design, and lower noise and fuel emissions.
The highly anticipated Mitsubishi Regional Jet (MRJ) is flying the flag for the nascent Japanese aerospace industry. President of its creator, the Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation (MITAC), Hiromichi Morimoto discusses the effect the new jet is expected to have on the sector both at home and internationally as it sets new standards in comfort, design, and lower noise and fuel emissions.
Tokyo’s iconic Imperial Hotel originally opened its doors in 1890 at the behest of the Japanese aristocracy to cater for the increasing number of Western visitors to Japan, and has since welcomed a stream international dignitaries, royalty and celebrities. Maintaining the finest levels of Japanese hospitality and safeguarding its historic legacy, President Hideya Sadayasu provides an insight into one of Japan’s most prestigious and landmark establishments.
Tokyo’s iconic Imperial Hotel originally opened its doors in 1890 at the behest of the Japanese aristocracy to cater for the increasing number of Western visitors to Japan, and has since welcomed a stream international dignitaries, royalty and celebrities. Maintaining the finest levels of Japanese hospitality and safeguarding its historic legacy, President Hideya Sadayasu provides an insight into one of Japan’s most prestigious and landmark establishments.
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd is one of the largest employers in Japan with over 80,000 employees and is the number one heavy industry manufacturer in the country, producing around 500 products that make a significant contribution to the lives of people worldwide. President and CEO Shunichi Miyanaga discusses the meteoric rise of one of Japan’s most prolific producers and where it’s headed next.
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd is one of the largest employers in Japan with over 80,000 employees and is the number one heavy industry manufacturer in the country, producing around 500 products that make a significant contribution to the lives of people worldwide. President and CEO Shunichi Miyanaga discusses the meteoric rise of one of Japan’s most prolific producers and where it’s headed next.
Irshad Ullah-Khan is one of the leading figures in Pakistan’s social and economic forums. A former Rhodes Scholar at Oxford University and author of over 25 volumes of poetry, he is well recognized in Pakistan and known for his commitment to several philanthropic initiatives to help the country’s most needy. He is also the Chairman and Managing Director of MEFT Pakistan Ltd, a leader in solar and wind energy development. Here, Mr Ullah-Khan discusses the progress Pakistan has been making in tackling terrorism and corruption, the challenges facing its international image, and the country’s “fantastic opportunities for investors”.
Irshad Ullah-Khan is one of the leading figures in Pakistan’s social and economic forums. A former Rhodes Scholar at Oxford University and author of over 25 volumes of poetry, he is well recognized in Pakistan and known for his commitment to several philanthropic initiatives to help the country’s most needy. He is also the Chairman and Managing Director of MEFT Pakistan Ltd, a leader in solar and wind energy development. Here, Mr Ullah-Khan discusses the progress Pakistan has been making in tackling terrorism and corruption, the challenges facing its international image, and the country’s “fantastic opportunities for investors”.
Founded almost 60 years ago the Nissin Foods Group began with the invention of the world’s first instant noodles, and soon followed with the world’s first cup-type instant noodles. Today, the group is a truly global operator with interests in 19 countries around the world and it is the market leader by far in Japan with its market share approaching 50%. Koki Ando, President and Representative Director, and CEO, discusses the rise of the pioneering ramen producer, and how he sees the product developing in the years to come.
Founded almost 60 years ago the Nissin Foods Group began with the invention of the world’s first instant noodles, and soon followed with the world’s first cup-type instant noodles. Today, the group is a truly global operator with interests in 19 countries around the world and it is the market leader by far in Japan with its market share approaching 50%. Koki Ando, President and Representative Director, and CEO, discusses the rise of the pioneering ramen producer, and how he sees the product developing in the years to come.
Dur Hospitality is ahead of its schedule to invest $400 million in 20 new hotels in Saudi Arabia. Formerly Saudi Hotels & Resorts Co (Sharaco), the company rebranded in 2014 and refocused its efforts to represent the epitome of Saudi hospitality. For example Makarem, its chain of spirituality-focused hotels, has been designed to help Hajj and Umra pilgrims get the most out of their experience in the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah. Dur Hospitality’s CEO Dr Badr al Badr explains the company’s rebranding, what constitutes quintessential Saudi hospitality, and the tourism opportunities in Saudi Arabia for foreign investors.
Dur Hospitality is ahead of its schedule to invest $400 million in 20 new hotels in Saudi Arabia. Formerly Saudi Hotels & Resorts Co (Sharaco), the company rebranded in 2014 and refocused its efforts to represent the epitome of Saudi hospitality. For example Makarem, its chain of spirituality-focused hotels, has been designed to help Hajj and Umra pilgrims get the most out of their experience in the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah. Dur Hospitality’s CEO Dr Badr al Badr explains the company’s rebranding, what constitutes quintessential Saudi hospitality, and the tourism opportunities in Saudi Arabia for foreign investors.