Japan Unleashed takes a deep look into important issues facing Japan in an easy-to-understand way. Hosted by Parker Allen, CEO of Parthenon Japan, a Japan specialist who has lived in Tokyo for over 16 years, each episode features an expert guest and provides commentary and discussion on a specific topic. Whether you are simply interested in Japan or have business or academic interests that would benefit from learning more, Japan Unleashed is dedicated to telling you what's going on in Japane ...
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Japan's Rural Revitalization: Business Opportunities
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The Japanese government has embarked on several initiatives to reverse rural depopulation, but what are some of the investment opportunities? Which areas have the greatest business potential? Parker, joined by Asia strategic communication specialist David Wagner, look at how rural Japan offers businesses lower operating costs, access to less-expens…
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Japan's Rural Revitalization: Immigration
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Immigration is the only quick solution to Japan's declining workforce. But is Japan ready for a large influx of foreigners? Parker, joined by Asia strategic communication specialist David Wagner, discuss the current immigration policies, how social and economic factors limit the prospects for a larger immigrant population, and share recommendations…
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Japan's Rural Revitalization: Technology and Healthcare
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How can technology and healthcare impact rural Japan? Parker, joined by Asia strategic communication specialist David Wagner, explain the role innovations in technology and healthcare can play in alleviating rural depopulation, how these innovations could produce long-term solutions, and raise remaining challenges hindering technology and healthcar…
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Japan's Rural Revitalization: Government Initiatives
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What has the Japanese government been doing to revitalize the Japanese countryside? Has it been effective? What could bring more sustainable progress? Parker, joined by Asia strategic communication specialist David Wagner, explain the plethora of Japanese government initiatives focused on rural revitalization, analyze each of them, and provide idea…
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Japan's Rural Revitalization: Real Estate Realities
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What are the current realities in the Japanese real estate industry? How has that made living in rural communities an unattractive option? Can the Japanese government do something about it? Parker, joined by Asia strategic communication specialist David Wagner, explain how Japan's current real estate situation hinders rural revitalization, and disc…
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Japan's Rural Revitalization: Energy Independence
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What can real energy independence provide Japan? Is there a path forward for nuclear energy after the 2011 Fukushima meltdown? What role will the government play in improving energy independence, while Japan currently relies on imported fossil fuels for over 75% of its energy? Parker, joined by Asia strategic communication specialist David Wagner, …
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