TLDR Design · MISCELLANEOUS

BRAND JAPAN

reiinamoto.substack.com10 min read

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Japan's brand equity faces challenges in the 21st century due to economic decline and competition from neighbors like China and South Korea. To rebuild, Japan must address cultural barriers, including seniority customs, patriarchy, English language proficiency, ineffective corporate storytelling, and indecisiveness. Mindset shifts are crucial for revitalizing Japan's global influence.