Tomoko KatsurayamaLearnings from Attending an International Conference (Asia) — Part 2: Striving for True Happiness…This is the continuation of the learnings from the international conference held in Asia on May 15. Please see Part 1 for the first half.Jun 15Jun 15
Tomoko KatsurayamaMore Important than Achieving GoalsOver a decade ago, I received words from my boss at the time (the company’s president) that I still remember vividly today. Today, I would…Jun 12Jun 12
Tomoko KatsurayamaAsian women leaders are currently making waves.— attending an international conference (1).I spoke at the “AWLF Asia Women Leaders International Pre-Summit 2024,” held at the United Nations Conference Centre in Bangkok on May 15.Jun 12Jun 12
Tomoko KatsurayamaStrategic Thinking: Embracing the Power of SimplicityA while ago, I read an article about Perfume, a renowned Japanese pop trio known for their futuristic electronic music, captivating…Jun 5Jun 5
Tomoko KatsurayamaZen and Its InfluenceZen is a school of Buddhism in Japan, fundamentally centered on meditation (zazen). Zen emphasizes practical experiences beyond the…May 30May 30
Tomoko KatsurayamaDiscovering Value Beyond Economic Measures: Insights from Life in JapanAs a native of Japan, I’ve had the privilege of experiencing life both within and beyond its borders. After spending a significant portion…May 9May 9
Tomoko KatsurayamaCultivating Sophistication: Exploring the Essence of 粋 — IKI -In Japan, there exists a concept known as “粋 — iki,” a term that encapsulates a unique sense of beauty deeply ingrained in Japanese…May 7May 7
Tomoko KatsurayamaExploring Kando Moment: Japan’s Unique Sense of CleanlinessIn the eyes of foreign visitors, one of the most striking aspects of Japan is its exceptional cleanliness. Today, I invite you to delve…Apr 9Apr 9
Tomoko KatsurayamaA Heartwarming Encounter at Starbucks in Japan: A Tale of Kando (感動)― Emotional MomentsThis is the story of emotional moments (Kando, 感動, in Japanese) at Starbucks in Japan.Apr 4Apr 4