Japan's mass hiring system fueled postwar growth, but could year-round recruitment enhance university education and better meet current workforce needs?
Nippon Steel and its predecessors elevated Japan's industry to global levels. The giant continues to evolve with emerging trends, including the rise of EVs.
In the "main bank" system, banks provided managerial advice and contributed significantly to the client company's development but that has diminished over time.
William Clark Eastlake and his son Frank advanced dentistry and English education in Japan. The Eastlakes were also devoted to introducing Japan to the world.
Before recruiting foreign workers to address Japan's labor shortage, the government must explain its plans for integrating immigrants both socially and legally.
As the top corporations in Japan start reforms to boost the economy, subcontractors in the keiretsu business alliances cannot be left behind. Here's why.
The author calls on the younger generations to help overcome the stagnant economy in Japan and build one that stimulates people-oriented economic activities.
The author invites deep soul-searching on Japan's economic and corporate reforms since the 1980s and as appropriate, action mitigating their impact on society.
Japan welcomes foreign students, but a better approach would be to clarify the country's goals and improve the quality of education for all students.
