Jandals in Japan®
Jayne Nakata & Catherine O'Connell
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Peri Drysdale Shares Untouched World’s Japan Market Entry Story
Peri Drysdale is Founder of the internationally renowned sustainable fashion brand Untouched World. From growing up on a sheep farm in the Rakaia Gorge to becoming a registered nurse, and then…
The Kiwi Brothers Origin Story: Transforming Zespri Marketing in Japan with Kanako Inomata
Kanako Inomata is the Head of Marketing APAC for Zespri International, one of the world's most recognised fresh produce brands. Working remotely from her hometown in Aizu, Fukushima, she leads…
Staying When It Gets Tough: How Glen Argyle Earned Trust and Built a Sustainable Business in Japan’s Pharmaceutical Industry
Glen Argyle left Invercargill for what he thought would be a two or three-year teaching stint in Osaka. Twenty-eight years later, he is currently the CEO of Baxter Japan, one of the world's leading…
Grassroots Diplomacy: New Zealand's Deputy Head of Mission on Life, Culture, and Connection in Japan
Gareth Pidgeon is Deputy Head of Mission and Consul General at the New Zealand Embassy in Tokyo. From his roots in New Plymouth under the shadow of Mount Taranaki to his current diplomatic role,…
From Rugby Fields to Banking: Brandon Jackson on Building Bridges Between NZ and Japan
Brandon Jackson spent nearly a decade in Japan playing and coaching rugby for corporate teams including the Ricoh Black Rams. Now, as General Manager of Growth Sectors at the Bank of New Zealand, he…
Art, Ancestry and Adventure: Bridging Māori and Japanese Worldviews Through Artistic Creativity on Naoshima
Sarah Hudson made history as Aotearoa's first artist in residence at the Setouchi Triennale. Sarah shares her transformative experience living and creating art in Kagawa Prefecture's island…
Prosperous Partnerships through Protein: Fonterra's B2B Success Story in Japan with Bryn Rowdon
Bryn Rowdon is the Corporate Communications General Manager for Fonterra's North Asia region. We uncover the fascinating story of how New Zealand's iconic dairy cooperative is not only a leading B2B…
Lead Yourself First: Tabai Matson's Lessons from Rugby in Five Countries and Coaching the Ricoh Black Rams
From the Māori All Blacks to the Ricoh Black Rams in Tokyo, Tabai Matson (Tabs) has coached rugby on multiple continents—and Japan has taught him some of his most valuable lessons. We build on our…
Aaron Astle - Descendant of the first Japanese immigrant to New Zealand
Meet Aaron Astle, whose remarkable family story connects two nations across time. As a descendant of Noda Asajiro - believed to be the first Japanese person to set foot in New Zealand in the late…
The Quiet Success of Kiwi Dairy: Charles Wilson's Insights from Tatua Japan
Join us for an insightful conversation with Charles Wilson, who leads Tatua Japan's operations as both President and Representative Director in one of New Zealand's most important export markets.…
Skincare Secrets: Elizabeth Barbalich’s Formula for Success in Japan with Antipodes
What does it take to succeed in Japan's notoriously difficult beauty market? Elizabeth Barbalich, founder and Director of iconic New Zealand skincare brand Antipodes, shares her fascinating 7-year…
Crossing Swords: Kendo, Culture, and Commerce in Japan with Graham Sayer
We cross swords/minds with Graham Sayer, a 7th dan Kyoshi kendo practitioner, former president of the New Zealand Kendo Federation and recipient of the Order of the Rising Sun. Graham has been a huge…
Building Bridges as a Kiwi in Japan: Sean O'Connell on Intercultural Communication
If you are a long term resident in Japan and consider yourself to be a cultural bridge builder, then this episode is a must listen for you. Sean O’Connell, Professor and Director of the International…
Exploring Kiwi Excellence in Business: Behind the Scenes at Hotel Indigo Tokyo Shibuya with Rebecca Thorn
Rebecca Thorn is the Kiwi General Manager of the hugely popular Hotel Indigo Tokyo Shibuya. Rebecca shares insights into the hotel's unique blend of neighborhood culture, innovative team dynamics,…
Playing the Long Game with Innovation and Hydrogen: FABRUM's Journey from New Zealand to Japan
Chris Boyle is Co-founder, Executive Chair and Managing Director of FABRUM. Chris shares FABRUM's expansive journey in the hydrogen energy sector, including breakthrough projects and partnerships…
Bringing NZ Leadership to Japan on and off the field with Steve Hansen
Sir Steve Hansen, the former All Blacks Coach and current Head Coach of Toyota Verblitz joins us on Jandals in Japan and we were thrilled when he shared his favorite treat from a Japanese convenience…
Jandals Highlights: Our New Zealand Podcast Award 2024 Submission
We wanted to share our submission to the New Zealand Podcast Awards for 2024. Although we were certainly pipped at the post, we are so proud of the work we have done and thankful to the wonderful…
A Kiwi Approach to Owning a Ski Lodge in Japan: Hakuba Matata
Teri Tall is the Kiwi owner of the Hakuba Matata Lodge in Hakuba. She shares her experiences and insights on running a ski lodge in Japan. Teri shares the journey to finding their own ski lodge and…
From Kiwi Roots to Tokyo Kitchens: Chef Lindsay Gray's Journey
Lindsay Gray, Executive Chef at the Tokyo American Club, shares his culinary journey from New Zealand to Japan. Lindsay discusses his initial struggles and eventual appreciation for traditional…
Jay Wilson on family, racing with Yamaha and life in Japan
Jay Wilson, an accomplished motocross and supercross rider, shares his journey of how he ended up racing and living in Japan. Jay talks about his passion for motocross which began in his childhood…
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