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Yu Kato
Founder and CEOResponsible for changing 0s to 1s. Likes reading books, and sometimes travels. Loves coming across new ideas. Passionate about writing.
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Takahiro Amano
Company DirectorWorking to change 1s to 10s. An enthusiastic learner. On days off, is involved at an educational NPO, and enjoys walks by the river.
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Tomoyo Matsuda
Company DirectorWorked in a publisher. Raised her kids in the U.S. for 1 year, and hope to produce the contents which are helpful for foreigners.
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Keisuke Kikuchi
Company DirectorIn charge of advertisement management for all media, seminar planning, sales, and general project management.
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Erika Tomiyama
IDEAS FOR GOOD Co Editor-in-ChiefWorked in Hanoi, Vietnam after graduating. Loves writing and taking photos. Her motto is “At any time, right now is the most enjoyable.”
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Aya Takenaka
WriterWorked in apparel, and as the editor for a women’s magazine, but then made the shift from paper to online. Mainly responsible for Livhub.
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Nagisa Mizuno
WriterUsed her foreign language skills for international negotiations as a government official in the security field. Harch’s writer and new business developer.
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Shiho Miyagi
IDEAS FOR GOOD Business Design Lab Development ManagerWas involved in regional revitalization in college. A former SE. Always follows her curiosity. In charge of IDEAS FOR GOOD.
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Yuka Kihara
Writer, EditorStrives to lighten up others’ hearts. A writer/editor who likes to collect fine ideas that amaze people.
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Motoyasu Kato
MarketingMore than 10 years of SEM management. He’s helped 200 companies with the web strategy execution. Oversees Harch’s all digital marketing.
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Norikazu Akiyama
My Craftbeer Editor-in-ChiefWhen he was a student, his game-related blog got 9 million page views every month. Edits and designs all related media.
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Aya Mishina
EditorWorked as an elementary teacher in US for 5 years. She’s been a foreign student advisor at a Japanese university. Mother of one.
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Chiaki Sugiyama
Back officeWorked at a web marketing corporation, as a social insurance and labor consultant. She in charge of back office and web marketing.
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Roger Ong
Zenbird Media Editor-in-ChiefBelieves in the good in this world. Exploring uniquely Japanese solutions that can tackle global issues.
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Kimika
IDEAS FOR GOOD Co Editor-in-ChiefIn charge of editing IDEAS FOR GOOD. A creator fluent in 4 different languages, and a passion for adventures in unknown places.
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Masataka Sado
EngineerFormer job was a virus analysis for a major foreign security company. In charge of all media development and system management.
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Asako Yamamoto
English Hub Co Editor-in-ChiefWorked at a pharmaceutical company. Has lived in N.Y. Fell in love with its lively people, which motivated her to improve her English.
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Rina Ozaki
Business DeveloperHas experience in HR and legal work. Wants to lead people and society to a better future by using her expertise.
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Asahi
English Hub Co Editor-in-ChiefExperienced translator and writer of a wide range of topics, from the hobby field to finance and economy. Mainly in charge of English Hub.
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Masayuki Kobayashi
CreatorSpent 10 years on the west coast, now 15 years in Tokyo. Hopes to pass on joy, empathy, beauty etc. to many people.
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Megumi Ito
Harch EuropeMajored in urban sociology, and worked for a comapny specialised in comercial office interior design.Loves wondering and wandering.
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Midori Wada
Life Hugger Editor-in-ChiefFormer curriculum developer, she is passionate about language education. MA in TESOL. Ukulele & gardening lover. Mother of two.
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Momoko Takita
Writer, EditorEngaged in several internships and non-profit organizations as a student. Passionate to create a circular society.
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Ayumi Utsumi
Business DeveloperEngaged in web marketing and business developing at her former job. Mother of two. Eager to create a sustainable world for our children’s future.
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Hirohisa Kojima
Business DeveloperWorking to bridge the gap between businesses and sustainability. Offers support and content to build sustainable businesses.
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Ayako Iizuka
Livhub Editor-in-ChiefBorn in the first year of Heisei period, she strives to be as a clear blue sky on a pleasant breezy sunny day.
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Motomi Soma
Writer, EditorSpecialized in classical music as a student. Passionate to communicate valuable information through her writing.
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Tomoko Ito
Writer, EditorHas worked with refugees inside and outside of Japan. Writer who loves people, nature and adventure. Believes in laughter and being herself.
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Ran Nomura
Writer, EditorMotivated to reduce everyday waste, she offers information about zero waste living on Instagram. An influencer with 160,000 followers is a mother of two.
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Haruka Ishikawa
EditorWants to convey the joy of investing and help beginners learn with ease by using her expertise in asset management at local banks.
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S.I
Writer, EditorLoves to read and gets inspired by books at every turning point of her life. Eager to write powerful articles that move readers.
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Rina Muroi
Business DeveloperPositivity enthusiast who loves her hometown, Yokohama, and her second home, the U.S. She finds joy in making others happy through her creativity.
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Tomoki Sato
EngineerWorked as a web and smartphone app developer. Promotes Harch’s DX as an engineer.
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Kazuto Ishizuka
Writer, EditorWorked as a writer and event organizer to connect people. Interest-driven person who loves to read, write, and interact.
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Moe
EditorWorked at a sporting goods manufacturer. Loves running and reading. Passionate to share useful information about language learning.
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Masato Sezawa
Creative directorWorked as a global sales and digital marketing lead in automotive industry. Develop and plan visual contents for SoMe.
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Momoka Maruyama
Business DeveloperStudied abroad in Folkehöjskole and is passionate about the concept of permaculture. Loves animals, geological formations and the sky.
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Ryuhei Oishi
Business DeveloperUsed to be a teacher in a kindergarten. Passionate to take actions towards sustainable futures with children, in an enjoyable way!
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Kaho Fukui
Business DeveloperHandled human resources and sustainability promotion in her previous job. Values the five senses to become a catalyst that connects people and nature.
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Natsuki Nakahara
Writer, EditorMajored in Political Science and Economics, and engaged in non-profit organizations for refugees and environmental issues. Loves traveling on a whim and bakery hopping.
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Yui
Back officeBringing her banking and publishing back-office experience into accounting. Enjoys nature, travel, and radio. A mother of two.