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Welcome to Unlock The Real Japan, a special collaboration between Nikkei Inc. and Time Out Tokyo created to help Asia’s business leaders gain new insight into one of the most exciting countries on earth
Here you will find Nikkei Asia’s renowned insight into the business world combined with Time Out Tokyo’s knowledge of city life, ensuring that visiting executives can experience all sides of Japan. This time we have dedicated our coverage to Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai and ask whether this global gathering can be a catalyst for positive change.
Here’s what you can find on the site...
A place of power
How Hiroaki Miyata hopes his Expo 2025 pavilion can bring people from across the world together
Driving forces
Will autonomous buses signal a new direction for transport in Japan?
Stress testing
Can a single strand of hair show your stress levels?
Unlock Osaka
The best things to do in Japan’s second city
Unlock Hokkaido
How to make the most of Japan’s glorious northern island
Force of nature
How a new platform is helping visitors to experience Japan’s wild side
Etiquette guide
How to fit in in Osaka, one of the country’s most exciting business hubs