Through its 42 affiliates in 24 countries, the Exedy Group is a leading force in the automotive parts industry, and its President and CEO Hidehito Hisakawa explains what is driving its remarkable success and growth, as well as what lies ahead in terms of overseas expansion.
Through its 42 affiliates in 24 countries, the Exedy Group is a leading force in the automotive parts industry, and its President and CEO Hidehito Hisakawa explains what is driving its remarkable success and growth, as well as what lies ahead in terms of overseas expansion.
One of the leading Japanese providers of broadcasting media content, the USEN Corporation has stayed ahead of the competition for more than 50 years and expanded into IT business solutions, hospitality, and even medical institutions. President Kimimasa Tamura explains USEN’s approach to growth and the recent launch of its first capsule hotel, designed to make women travelers to Japan more comfortable.
One of the leading Japanese providers of broadcasting media content, the USEN Corporation has stayed ahead of the competition for more than 50 years and expanded into IT business solutions, hospitality, and even medical institutions. President Kimimasa Tamura explains USEN’s approach to growth and the recent launch of its first capsule hotel, designed to make women travelers to Japan more comfortable.
Recognized as a Center of Excellence and Reference for diabetes mellitus in the GCC region, the Dasman Diabetes Institute (DDI) has received numerous international accolades lauding its efforts to tackle the rising number of cases with the disease and to educate people about healthier diets and lifestyles. Among its recent initiatives was the launch of its mobile clinic on World Health Day in collaboration with Zain Telecommunications, designed to help spread awareness of the illness.
Kuwait has the third-highest rates of diabetes in the world. The prevalence of type 2 diabetes in the 20-79 age group is currently around 20%, while type 1 diabetes among children under 15 has reached a level of 37 cases out of 100,000. By 2040, the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) expects one adult with diabetes out of every 10 people, and the World Health Organization now considers diabetes among the diseases that have reached critical levels in some developing nations and needs to be confronted.
Such statistics make the intensive research and development carried out by the DDI even more of a priority. Dr Qais S. Al Duwairi, Director-General of the DDI, explains the institute’s unwavering commitment to quality, state-of-the-art technology and continuous improvement in the healthcare services it provides.
Recognized as a Center of Excellence and Reference for diabetes mellitus in the GCC region, the Dasman Diabetes Institute (DDI) has received numerous international accolades lauding its efforts to tackle the rising number of cases with the disease and to educate people about healthier diets and lifestyles. Among its recent initiatives was the launch of its mobile clinic on World Health Day in collaboration with Zain Telecommunications, designed to help spread awareness of the illness.
Kuwait has the third-highest rates of diabetes in the world. The prevalence of type 2 diabetes in the 20-79 age group is currently around 20%, while type 1 diabetes among children under 15 has reached a level of 37 cases out of 100,000. By 2040, the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) expects one adult with diabetes out of every 10 people, and the World Health Organization now considers diabetes among the diseases that have reached critical levels in some developing nations and needs to be confronted.
Such statistics make the intensive research and development carried out by the DDI even more of a priority. Dr Qais S. Al Duwairi, Director-General of the DDI, explains the institute’s unwavering commitment to quality, state-of-the-art technology and continuous improvement in the healthcare services it provides.
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.