Nagoya, the promising startup city in Japan When international visitors think of Japan, Tokyo and Kyoto often top the list. But Nagoya—nestled between these metropolises—is quietly becoming one of Japan’s most promising destinations for entrepreneurs. Since being designated as part of the Central Japan Global Startup Ecosystem Hub Cities in 2020, the region has cultivated

Introduction – The 2025 Employment Challenge The year 2025 began with sobering news: Indonesia ranks highest in ASEAN for unemployment. Despite abundant human capital, structured employment pathways remain limited. Viral social media posts recently highlighted overcrowded job fairs, some with attendees collapsing in the heat—signaling a deeper structural challenge. Amid these difficulties, agile businesses and

Introduction – Traveloka’s HQ Move as an Example Indonesian travel-tech unicorn Traveloka recently shifted its headquarters from Jakarta to Singapore. While operations in Indonesia remain strong, this move illustrates the advantages Singapore offers to startups and scaling businesses. Although the company hasn’t publicly confirmed all reasons for the relocation, several factors make Singapore a compelling

Why Indonesia SSW Workers Are Drawn to Japan Indonesians have a strong affinity for Japan, making them a valuable source of talent for Japanese companies. A survey by Aun Consulting across 14 countries asked participants: “Do you love Japan?” Indonesians scored 100% favorability, citing: Despite this, fewer Indonesians work in Japan compared to Filipinos (~170,000

The sudden Kanada-Ya Singapore exit has sent shockwaves through the local food and beverage (F&B) industry. Backed by Aspen Group, the Japanese ramen chain abruptly closed all outlets following continued financial losses — ending its short but eventful run in Singapore. A Sudden End to a Prominent Japanese Ramen Brand Before the news reached The