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Due to Japan’s aging population, the government estimates a shortage of 1.3 million workers over the next four years. Japan will have no choice but to increase the influx of foreign labor if the ...

As part of our joint project “Diversity and the future of the Japanese workplace,” Toshiya Kakiuchi, founder of the Osaka-based Mirairo Inc., a consulting firm that provides universal design services, ...

Many Japanese companies have become more active globally, but are they really embracing diversity in their workplaces? Alex Steullet, the editor in chief of Kintopia, and Rochelle Kopp, a consultant ...

We tend to take our health care coverage for granted, but it’s a major topic for those of us living and working abroad, where cultural differences come into play. Dr. Shinko Yajima, president of ...

Attracted to Japanese paintings like those of artist Katsushika Hokusai? Curious about ancient techniques for wooden architecture or the works of famous modern architects such as Kenzo Tange and Kengo ...

Introducing a new series In this series jointly created by The Japan Times and Kintopia, we examine the changing workplace environment and what the future of work may look like as companies embrace ...

Where the Future Takes Root Osaka Metropolitan University is the largest public university in Japan. We opened our doors as OMU in April 2022 through the merger of Osaka City University and Osaka ...

In this new series, we examine the growth of the global halal market and showcase companies offering halal products and services.

Originally from Busan, South Korea, Nam came to Japan to pursue her university studies. Her subsequent journey through the often-challenging Japanese corporate landscape has demonstrated her positive ...

The Japan Times Archives enables users to easily search for articles on about 600,000 pages across 124 years, ranging from the inaugural issue in March 1897 to December 2021.

Company profile Julie’s Manufacturing Sdn Bhd, better known for Julie’s Biscuits, was established in 1981 by Su Chin Hock in the Melaka Biscuit Factory. Julie’s demonstrates unyielding commitment ...