JETRO Focus Newsletter May 2007

JETRO's Focus Newsletter series provides readers with a bi-monthly snapshot of Japan's macroeconomy, as well as other important topics and trends. It is designed to analyze current developments, including those relating to Japan's economy, its business, financial, investment and political environment, as well as relevant social and cultural themes.  Subscribe online to JETRO Focus

Recent editions have covered issues including rising entrepreneurship and investor interest in Japan, the economic integration of East Asia, changing business and corporate practices, structural and corporate reform and the potential impact of postal savings reform.

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"Japan Cool" Rises in Global Importance and Significance
Most people are aware of Japan's formidable business and economic achievements. They are not nearly as cognizant, however, of Japan's...

The Rise of "Japan Cool" and its Impact on the Nation's Domestic Economy
Past Focus issues have examined how Japan is undergoing numerous changes relating to its macroeconomy, its companies, and its society. As for...

Japanese Content and Cultural Exports are Increasingly Popular Around the World
The developments noted have led to a number of exciting advances in animation (anime), fashion, film, food, and other cultural areas. These advances are...

Cultural Developments Enhance Japan's Capacity for Innovation and Product Development
Part of the reason for this emphasis on culture by Japanese corporations can be attributed to the fact they can no longer rely primarily upon their cost competitiveness or...

Japanese Content Represents a Growing Revenue Source for Foreign Companies and Investors
The rising popularity of Japanese culture in foreign markets is providing many new business opportunities for foreign companies and investors. For example, the Japanese Food Culture Festival...