The Nikkei Weekly

23/8/2010
Japan Cuddles up with E-books
One of the hottest product categories this year is that of electronic readers, including the explosion of business in the form of electronic books and other digitally published materials.

20/7/2010
Despite Economic Doldrums, Digital Opportunities Abound
Several recent successes by both U.S. and Japanese companies illustrate how rapidly Japanese consumers are adapting to the digital world.

14/6/2010
Japan May be Slow to Change but its Market has Clearly Evolved
The anniversary of my arrival in Japan 25 years ago approaches auspiciously this year on June 25, and I can’t help but reflect on some of the key changes since 1985.

10/5/2010
Other Nations May be Hotter, but Japan Still Offers Big Opportunity
After years of being billed as "the world’s second-largest economy," it appears that 2010 may be the year in which Japan’s economy is officially surpassed by China’s. However, Japan remains important as a proving ground for other Asian markets.

5/4/2010
Want to See Innovation in Action? Look at Evolving Drugstore Sector
Japan may be a long way from the 24-hour drive-through pharmacies that one sees in the U.S., but a recent flurry of activity to create "new types of drugstores" shows that innovation is alive and well.

1/3/2010
Changes in Distribution Channels Linked to Craving for Convenience
Walking through Takashimaya Co.'s department store in Tokyo's Nihombashi district last week, I was impressed by its grandeur, efficient staff and presentation of luxury brands. However, I also noted its "emptiness" in terms of number of customers.

25/1/2010
Consumers Prove What Doesn't Kill You Makes You Stronger
Entering 2010, businesses and consumers must be mindful of the harsh lessons of the previous year, while also seeking to seize opportunities in the new post "Lehman Shock" environment.

7/12/2009
Housing and Inheritance Tax Reform Offer Opportunity for Improving Quality of Life
Proposals for the overhaul of inheritance taxes and building regulations could serve to improve both the quality and stability of life for Japanese consumers.

2/11/2009
How are Post-Crisis Consumers Adjusting? Pretty Well, Actually
During trying times, it’s important to periodically stop, take a deep breath and reassess where things stand.

28/9/2009
Election Results Yet One More Sign of Changing Consumer Mindset
Regardless of your side of the political fence, there is no doubt that this recent election sent a clear sign that Japanese people were no longer willing to accept what the entrenched system was providing.

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