I was born and raised in Asakusa, a historic downtown district in Tokyo. Growing up surrounded by people with a shitamachi kishitsu—a downtown spirit known for being cheerful, straightforward, loyal, and warm-hearted—was a blessing. I am truly grateful to have spent my childhood in such a vibrant and human-centered part of Tokyo.
More than half a century has passed, and now I am a grandfather enjoying a slower pace of life. During my career in international marketing at a Japanese electronics company, I had many opportunities to observe and analyze lifestyles in different countries. Through this experience, I developed a deep appreciation for cultural diversity and the subtle differences that shape people’s daily lives.
Now in retirement, I’ve turned my focus inward—toward my own country and culture. I hope to share with you the ordinary yet rich aspects of Japanese life, seen through my eyes and experiences. Let’s explore Japanese culture and everyday life together on this blog.
Background
- 1954 Born in Asakusa, Tokyo
- 1979 Graduated from Waseda University, Tokyo
- 1979 Joined Sharp Corporation, a major Japanese electronics company
- 1988 Transferred to Sharp’s Hong Kong subsidiary as Marketing Manager
- 1995 Returned to the Head Office, User Lifestyle Research Department
- 1999 Transferred to Home Appliance Manufacturing Group
- 2002 Appointed Department General Manager of Product Planning
- 2009 Transferred to the Tokyo Office
- 2014 Retired from Sharp Corporation
- 2015 Joined Sensoji Temple, Asakusa, Tokyo