How Cultural Authenticity Powered Japan’s Global Gaming Resurgence

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How Cultural Authenticity Powered Japan’s Global Gaming Resurgence

The global video game market is poised to expand to a staggering $257 billion in 2023, according to PwC’s Global Entertainment and Media Outlook 2022-26. For perspective, that’s more than 5.5 times the size of the global cinema industry. On track to exceed $321 billion in 2026, gaming shows no signs of slowing down.

In this article, the English version of 日本のゲーム産業はグローバルでどう輝くのか, Saga Consulting contributor Shiho Baisho extracts my thoughts on Japan’s place in the global business behemoth that is the video game industry. Japan’s story unfolds just like the narrative to your favorite role-playing game, complete with triumphs, defeats, and hope for the future. Join us as we explore the successes, failures, and limitless potential of Japanese gaming on the global stage.

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Discussing Global Communications, Cultural Insights, and Community Building on the Now and Zen Japan Podcast

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Discussing Global Communications, Cultural Insights, and Community Building on the Now and Zen Japan Podcast

In the fall of 2021, Anthony Griffin joined Now and Zen Japan podcast host Andrew Hankinson to unpack a range of topics, covering everything from global communications and tips for budding entrepreneurs, to cultural insights into Japan and building community with language. This article summarizes and explores the key points covered in the podcast, uncovering the valuable advice discussed along the way.

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Leaving Your Mark

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Leaving Your Mark

If you live in Japan, at some point in life, you are going to have to acquire a “hanko” (name stamp). Like a signature in western countries, a hanko is a way to represent yourself in correspondence and business transactions.

The other day, I was staring at my own hanko and wondering how I could get more use out of it. The only place that requires me to use it is my bank—I can simply sign for everything else. Then it hit me: “This would make a great blog post!”

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