Explore the insightful interview with Akiyoshi Yoshimoto, President of Yoshimoto Sangyo Co., Ltd, as he delves into the challenges and opportunities faced by Japanese firms in the dynamic global industry. Discussing the unique advantages of Japanese companies amidst macroeconomic shifts, Yoshimoto provides a candid perspective on the impact of Japan's demographic challenges on his manufacturing firm. Discover the pioneering role played by Yoshimoto Sangyo in the artificial marble market, particularly the success of BMC material, and the development of the revolutionary Ultra Surface. Gain insights into the company's commitment to elevating housing conditions in Japan through the Fabbrica Yoshimoto brand, blending aesthetics and durability. Yoshimoto also shares his global expansion strategy, emphasizing the importance of understanding local needs and fostering partnerships. As he envisions a legacy of enhancing people's quality of life worldwide, this interview offers a glimpse into the innovative spirit driving Yoshimoto Sangyo's success.
Explore the insightful interview with Akiyoshi Yoshimoto, President of Yoshimoto Sangyo Co., Ltd, as he delves into the challenges and opportunities faced by Japanese firms in the dynamic global industry. Discussing the unique advantages of Japanese companies amidst macroeconomic shifts, Yoshimoto provides a candid perspective on the impact of Japan's demographic challenges on his manufacturing firm. Discover the pioneering role played by Yoshimoto Sangyo in the artificial marble market, particularly the success of BMC material, and the development of the revolutionary Ultra Surface. Gain insights into the company's commitment to elevating housing conditions in Japan through the Fabbrica Yoshimoto brand, blending aesthetics and durability. Yoshimoto also shares his global expansion strategy, emphasizing the importance of understanding local needs and fostering partnerships. As he envisions a legacy of enhancing people's quality of life worldwide, this interview offers a glimpse into the innovative spirit driving Yoshimoto Sangyo's success.
A Japanese firm that specializes in ropes and slings for construction, Daiko is now targeting new industries.
A Japanese firm that specializes in ropes and slings for construction, Daiko is now targeting new industries.
Discover how Unity, a leading Japanese luminaire company, navigates global competition, leverages brand differentiation, and pioneers unique lighting solutions in a rapidly changing market landscape.
Discover how Unity, a leading Japanese luminaire company, navigates global competition, leverages brand differentiation, and pioneers unique lighting solutions in a rapidly changing market landscape.
Leader in construction maintenance meeting the challenge of aging infrastructure.
Leader in construction maintenance meeting the challenge of aging infrastructure.
In this interview with Kenta Nishimura, President of SHIFFON, unveils the dynamic and expansive business model of SHIFFON, positioned as a decathlon entity covering diverse sectors beyond fashion. Nishimura discusses the company's unique approach, emphasizing the synergies between low-end and high-end fashion, brand management strategies, and strategic international expansion. He outlines SHIFFON's three core pillars for future growth, focusing on the PHENIX skiwear brand, the traditional school bag business, and a mutual cross-border platform. With sustainability in mind, Nishimura highlights the importance of adding value to brands and outfits, steering away from fast fashion, as the company aims to become a publicly traded entity by 2026.
In this interview with Kenta Nishimura, President of SHIFFON, unveils the dynamic and expansive business model of SHIFFON, positioned as a decathlon entity covering diverse sectors beyond fashion. Nishimura discusses the company's unique approach, emphasizing the synergies between low-end and high-end fashion, brand management strategies, and strategic international expansion. He outlines SHIFFON's three core pillars for future growth, focusing on the PHENIX skiwear brand, the traditional school bag business, and a mutual cross-border platform. With sustainability in mind, Nishimura highlights the importance of adding value to brands and outfits, steering away from fast fashion, as the company aims to become a publicly traded entity by 2026.
SHO-BOND MATERIAL boasts a portfolio of some 500 products for civil construction projects, including pipe couplings, resins, expansion devices and adhesives.
SHO-BOND MATERIAL boasts a portfolio of some 500 products for civil construction projects, including pipe couplings, resins, expansion devices and adhesives.
Placing emphasis on human relationships, D.Nagata believes that has been the core of its success.
Placing emphasis on human relationships, D.Nagata believes that has been the core of its success.
In an interview with Toshiki Sumitani, President of Kobe Institute of Computing, insights into Japan's educational landscape emerge. Sumitani underscores Japan's welcoming, safe environment for international students, promoting cultural integration and a unique Eastern perspective on education. Addressing critiques about institutional distinctiveness, Sumitani emphasizes Kobe Institute of Computing's focus on social innovation through ICT, empowering students to address real-world issues. Discussions encompass Japan's technological evolution, AI's role in education, and KIC's strategy to attract diverse global talent, particularly from Africa. Sumitani envisions KIC as a catalyst for societal advancement, fostering continuous improvement through technology and human collaboration to address global challenges.
In an interview with Toshiki Sumitani, President of Kobe Institute of Computing, insights into Japan's educational landscape emerge. Sumitani underscores Japan's welcoming, safe environment for international students, promoting cultural integration and a unique Eastern perspective on education. Addressing critiques about institutional distinctiveness, Sumitani emphasizes Kobe Institute of Computing's focus on social innovation through ICT, empowering students to address real-world issues. Discussions encompass Japan's technological evolution, AI's role in education, and KIC's strategy to attract diverse global talent, particularly from Africa. Sumitani envisions KIC as a catalyst for societal advancement, fostering continuous improvement through technology and human collaboration to address global challenges.
In a period marked by supply chain realignments and disruptive technological advancements, Mitsubishi Corporation has chosen to leverage its global network and diversified operations to transform into a “value chain creation” enterprise. To explore this concept, The Worldfolio sat down with Mr. Katsuya Nakanishi, President & CEO of Mitsubishi Corporation.
In a period marked by supply chain realignments and disruptive technological advancements, Mitsubishi Corporation has chosen to leverage its global network and diversified operations to transform into a “value chain creation” enterprise. To explore this concept, The Worldfolio sat down with Mr. Katsuya Nakanishi, President & CEO of Mitsubishi Corporation.
“We’re looking to establish ourselves in the interior-design world through our wire ropes,” says president Akihito Baba.
“We’re looking to establish ourselves in the interior-design world through our wire ropes,” says president Akihito Baba.
