Tokyo on Fire!

David and Timothy dive into the inner workings of lobbying in Japan. How do Japanese companies do it? Can foreign companies do the same thing? Can their internal Gov't Relations teams achieve the same kind of results as domestic firms, or does it require something more? Timothy's unique personal history working in the National Diet provides several interesting perspectives on how the system works and how foreign firms can take advantage of it.

True gambling with integrated resorts (IR) will now be legitimate in Japan. The legislation passed the Upper House on a riotous last day of the extended Diet Session. How will IRs impact the economy, tourism, and society? Join Michael and Timothy as they examine this dicey issue.

Las Vegas-like resorts in Japan? It definitely could happen: the Abe Administration has pushed through enabling legislation that paves the way for massive entertainment resorts to enter the Japanese market. Up until last year, gambling was largely illegal here as it had been since the Edo Period. Join Michael and Timothy as the delve into the hot-hot-hot issue!

Japan has seen a resurgence of enthusiasm in its startup community over the past few years. As venture capital becomes more readily available, entrepreneurs are vying for position in the Japanese market. Join David Russell and host/founder of the Disrupting Japan Podcast, Tim Romero, as they discuss the state and direction of innovation and entrepreneurship in Japan.

Please join David Russell and Guest, Glen Wood, as they discuss issues with Power Harassment in Japan.

AirBnB Japan has captured global headlines as recent regulation changes have all but exiled the company from this market. As David and Timothy observe, this comes down to two things: tourism growing pains, and the Hotel lobby earning their salaries.

From hitting young children to blacklisting athletes who spurn their sexual advances, acceptable coaching practices in Japan may surprise you. Yet, as Olympic Medalist Yoko Zutterlund explains, recent social movements may provide some hope for change on the horizon.

Tokyo may not be on fire, but the Niigata elections sure were! Some may even describe them as Nuclear—well, at least they focused on nuclear power. Join Timothy and Michael to find out the results and future implications for Japan’s energy production!

In Japan, if youre working with one company, you’re working with many others. Should one company fall on harder times, then all the others contribute to make up for lost sales—acting very much like a family. We call these units “Keiretsu”, and they run the Japanese economy. Join David and Timothy as they dissect what so many foreign companies fail to realize.

Need to whip up a catchy TV ad? Call Dentsu. Need to organize an Olympic-size sporting event? Call Dentsu. Need to quash a nasty story about your company? Call Dentsu. Supporters and detractors agree: Dentsu takes good care of its clients One of the world’s largest ad agencies, its range of activities goes far beyond advertising. Timothy and David take a quick look at the company’s history to better understand how this giant really works.