You need Local Partners to Succeed in Japan - Episode 6 - Jeff Renshaw o...

Japan Fan Boys - Epidose 6

Guest: JEFF RENSHAW (Owner and Founder of ORCA INTERNATIONAL)



In Episode 6 of the Japan Fan Boys Podcast, host Ken Guilfoyle and co-host James Guilfoyle are joined by Jeff Renshaw, the founder and owner of Orca International. Jeff and Orca basically created and built the Washington State and Oregon State wine category in Japan. He offers keen insights and shares his experience regarding establishing a business in Japan, and making it succeed.

There was no need for a vaccine for COVID 19 - Episode 5 - Professor Andy Crump

There was no need for a vaccine for COVID 19 - Episode 5 - Professor Andy Crump

 

In this, the fifth episode of the Japan Fan Boys podcast, host Ken Guilfoyle and co-host James Guilfoyle are joined by a very special guest. Professor Andy Crump boasts vast experience around the globe with prestigious institutions, the WHO, and has even worked alongside Nobel Prize winners.  Also---Did you know?  There was no need for a vaccine for COVID 19!!!  Tune in to Episode 5 for all the juicy details.

10% of the population in Japan will be NON JAPANESE by 2030 - Episode 4 - Ruth Jarman

10% of the population in Japan will be NON JAPANESE by 2030 - Episode 4 - Ruth Jarman

  

A pillar of the Tokyo community and legendary long term foreign resident of Japan, Ruth Jarman, CEO of Jarman International KK, came by the studio to join the Japan Fan Boys podcast with host Ken Guilfoyle and co-host Matt Rowles. Boasting an amazing skill set and remarkable insight, Ruth discusses how she helps (and how we can help) Japan make a smooth transition into a more international age. Her firm Jarman's goal is to bring unique Japanese content (places, products, cuisine, experiences, etc.) directly to internationals living in Japan and around the world. Ruth is also a popular TV personality and a successful author. Ruth is our first ever FAN GIRL.  Thanks for swinging by, Ruth! 

The Keys to Success in the Japanese Market - Episode 3 -Timothy Connor of Synnovate

The Keys to Success in the Japanese Market - Episode 3 -Timothy Connor of Synnovate 

 

This episode is a "Must See!" for anyone/any business looking to successfully break into the lucrative Japan market.  Japan Fan Boys founder Ken Guilfoyle and co-host Matt Rowles are joined by Synnovate CEO Timothy Connor, an expert on assisting foreign corporations getting established and adjusted to the Japanese market to ensure success. Timothy explains the complexities of the Japanese market and how he and the team at Synnovate can help with your market entry and growth in Japan.

SYNNOVATE 

https://www.synnovate.jp/

Kelly Langley - Investing In The Security Environment of Japan - Episode 2

Kelly Langley - Investing In The Security Environment of Japan - Fan Boys JP Episode 2

  Kelly Langley, an independent public affairs consultant based in Tokyo, visited Japan Fan Boys Ken Guilfoyle and Matt Rowles in the studio recently. The discussion covered how he helps foreign clients thru crafting strategic messaging and narratives and joins them in their communication with the Japanese government.  Kelly plays an essential role in helping foreign clients, both individuals and firms, overcome challenges they face getting started in Japan and operating in Japan.  Their conversation also touches on cultural differences, the benefits of coming to Japan for business, defense budgets, logistics and so much more.  

Parker Allen - Helping global citizens get rural Japanese real estate - Episode 1

 

Parker Allen is the President & CEO of Parthenon, and also owns Akiya and Inaka, which is a resource and service for global citizens looking to stake their claim on a piece of rural Japan.  In this inaugural episode, Parker sits down with Japan Fan Boys host Ken Guilfoyle and co-host Matt Rowles to discuss the benefits and challenges of buying rural property in Japan. 

Check out what Parker and his team at Akiya & Inaka can do for you:

https://www.akiyainaka.com/ 

Also, the parent company, Parthenon Japan, is a strategic communication firm that can craft inspiring campaigns for global companies in Japan. Their focuses are on strategic communication, government relations, and PR consulting.  They will help get what your company needs to get done here in Japan. 

https://www.parthenonjapan.com/

Japan leads the world in many important categories

"Japan leads the world in many important categories"

How does Japan stack up against the rest of the world, you ask.  Well, check these numbers out!!!

★#3 Total GDP (gross domestic product) 

★#1 R&D capabilities 

★#1 Proportion of technicians and associate professionals to total workforce

★#1 Efficiency of public transportation services

★#1 Tokyo is the safest city in the world

These are the reasons why the Japanese market is both trusted and fertile.  Japan is, in a sense, an open innovation ecosystem boasting excellent human resources.  And, in addition to being an extremely livable society, Japan boasts stable infrastructure and an excellent business environment.

Japan Fan Boys thanks JETRO for their excellent information.

JETRO website:  https://www.jetro.go.jp/en/