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Koichi Takada grew up a stone's throw from the scenic banks of Japan's Tama River, learning to appreciate the beauty of nature, something that now resonates in the work of his architectural company in Australia.

Art, says New Zealand-based Jun Arita, is not about the money, it's about making connections and creating something meaningful.

Once an anatomical model maker, always an artist, Freyja Dean's work is inspired by science and mythology — and a little prog rock.

Ted Chan is keen to dispel the idea that gaming is all about hedonistic and excessive risk-taking.

For nutritional epidemiologist Fumiaki Imamura, an overseas education is key to global impact.

While the odds are that most are familiar with the name Nokia, they may not be aware of the major role the firm currently plays in Japan's telecommunications scene.

Avant-garde artist Yoshiko Chuma challenges the conventions of dance, traversing disciplines, nations and causes.

One of Japan's emerging leaders in the sake world talks about the delight of discovering Japan's renowned beverage.

As a scholar of Japanese law, Polish Ambassador Jacek Izydorczyk brings a distinct cultural understanding to the diplomatic world, where he works day in and day out to deepen ties between Poland and Japan.

Becoming an actress was a way to liberate Mari Yamamoto from a salaryman way of life.

For Mark Dearlove, Barclays Japan country manager, to be living in Japan when the banking group is celebrating 50 years since beginning Tokyo-based operations in 1969 is fortuitous.