When U.S. Commodore Perry and his fleet arrived here in 1853, they shocked the Samurai Shogun family, which was the Japanese government at that time. Over 200 years of peaceful isolation was suddenly disturbed. Despite the isolation, the government was aware of western invasion to India and China, and…
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As one of our freshman prepares for his first TV appearance, the master gives a brief lecture on using carpentry equipments. The master surprises the freshman with stories on wood carving for example; 木殺し a technique using the nature of wood 1 carpenter presses the wood using a hammer…
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More commonly called ロケハン(Location Hunting) by the media people in Japan, a director visited our company to prepare for the shooting of a major TV program. The program features graduates from Tokyo University, top university in Japan, who chose a different path compared to more ‘normal’ ‘wider’ career like…
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At the beginning of the 20th century, 40% of Japanese export was SILK. Raising silkworms and making silk fabrics were the national project at that time. Some people made a lot of money in this business and one of them was Mr. Katakura. The world heritage…
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The four major shrines around Lake Suwa, 200km northwest of Tokyo is called Suwa Grand Shrine 諏訪大社. 1. Upper shrine, Front branch 上社前宮 2. Upper shrine, Main branch 上社本宮 3. Lower shrine, Spring branch 下社春宮 4. Lower shrine, Autumn branch 下社秋宮 It is four shrines, but one. Name of…
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The first couple of days for fresh people who have just graduated from school must be VERY FRESH. Before the start of their job training, we try to educate some essential business manners and help them survive this tough business world. Akimoto describes how “3KM” lecture started in our…
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38 fresh people, half of them are Daiku carpenters. Welcoming speech by Akimoto; “You are professionals from today.” “Go to work, not company.” and gives them their first assignment; 1. Smile 2. Say Hello I agree that this is the best job they can do. Fresh,…
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Sakura cherry blossoms are starting to bloom around this area. When Sakura tree starts blooming, companies and people in Japan start a new life. Our new office building is getting ready for action. Situated by the beautiful spring water from Mt Fuji, the building is designed to facilitate the…
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The book published 5 years ago “高学歴大工集団 (Super educated carpenters)” was subsequently translated into Korean as “Company that doesn’t fire employees”. Korean companies are very enthusiastic to learning, and we have had number of visitors and business proposals from Korea since the book was translated. Mr Cho, CEO…
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Couple since the end of high school, our colleague Naru is happily married. CONGRATULATIONS! Dressed in gorgeous kimonos which their parents used when they got married, Naru is celebrated by high school class mates, and colleagues from our company. The wedding cake ceremony was very impressive. …
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