Japan Unleashed

By: Parker J. Allen
  • Summary

  • 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 Japanese society, economics, policy, culture, and more.
    2023
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Episodes
  • Japan's Rural Revitalization: Business Opportunities
    May 1 2023

    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-expensive labor, reduced competition, and even an abundance of natural resources. We explore some the possibilites offered by rural Japan in the conclusion of our first series.

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    34 mins
  • Japan's Rural Revitalization: Immigration
    Apr 15 2023

    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 on how Japan could take a more pragmatic approach to fix labor shortages in rural areas.

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    27 mins
  • Japan's Rural Revitalization: Technology and Healthcare
    Apr 1 2023

    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 healthcare from making a bigger impact on rural Japan.

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    23 mins

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