September 2014
Cyber Security Needs for Japan's future
Creating global communities for cooperation is the key to guard against increasingly sophisticated cyber attacks.
Trophy Sculpture to Inspire Business Leaders
The Scottish artist behind this year's British Business Awards in Japan trophies gives an insight into what inspires her work.Elites Who Can’t Cut It At Public Speaking
Find out why presentation and delivery matter even more than content when giving speeches to the public.
The rise of modern dads
As the trend grows for Japanese men to spend more time on the upbringing of their children, so do associated business opportunities.
Arts
UK arts events in Japan
News in brief
Your monthly digest of UK-Japan media reports
Hiring firms note solid demand
Top-quality, experienced candidates are increasingly needed for both Japanese and foreign firms.
Selling the snapper’s dream
Reconnecting with the market and cross-promotion proved the key to brand success for one British president.
Examining UK Inheritance Tax
Prior planning can reduce or negate the potentially damaging effect on your wealth following the death of a loved one.
Having a baby in Japan
What to expect from health care services in Japan during pregnancy, labour and in the weeks following birth.
Raising Awareness of Suicide
World Suicide Prevention Day on 10 September highlighted the role that connections play in the fight against suicide.
The art of self-branding
Japanese interview candidates need to embrace their individual values, and sell themselves rather than their firm.
A writer’s responsibility
How the role a journalist plays can shape society, for better or worse.
Branding with the human touch
How one UK firm is tapping into Britishness to compete with the domestic auto industry.
Where are they now?
JET alumnus shares the positive and long-lasting impact of the programme.
Marking 100 years since World War I
Programmes, events and exhibitions shed new light on lessons to be learned from the conflict that struck the globe.
Quality and community bring school success
British School in Tokyo: We are working hard to develop a confident, caring and outward-looking mindset in our students.
Working towards a borderless job market
When hiring, firms should focus on the overall skill set of an applicant rather than prioritising language ability.
Economic growth boosts hiring
Competition for bilingual professionals increases as the number of jobs available exceeds the number of job applicants.
Inspired minds
UK-Japan youth programme uses science and engineering as a cultural bridge for international understanding.
Credibility is king in sales
How salespeople can serve their clients better by establishing a professional, competent first impression.
Welcoming tourists and new initiatives
The BCCJ explores current fields of growth and topical issues to provide a top quality range of events for members.
Snapshots from the BCCJ ecosystem
Tapping into lessons learned to offer value to firms, and embrace opportunities to address diversity in business.
Making the grade
Initiatives that develop the skills of women and youth welcome as UK firms announce increasing demand for specialist staff.
Air force units share best practices
A fighter squadron in the UK hosted officers from the Japanese Air Self Defense Force to provide details on their typhoon aircraft.
BA, JAL fly high in vanity kit poll
Japanese and UK firms were among those that received top scores in a recent survey of complementary airline cosmetics.
Noodle shop plans fusion menu abroad
A ramen chain plans to marry Japanese flavours and British products at its first Europe-based restaurant in London.
Toast for top sales of national drink
Sake is a hit in London, with bars and restaurants reporting a higher than expected uptake and interest in the product.
I’ll drink to that
Sake Confidential unlocks the mysteries of Japan's national drink.
