Guest Speaker
Business Seminar
For Osaka Innovation Hub: Expanding startup businesses in Singapore
Sep 2018
20 startup entrepreneurs and students from Osaka Innovation Hub visited WASABI Creation as part of their one week study tour in Singapore. Tong (Founder, CEO), together with Yuta Morita (Intern, SMU MBA student) conducted a seminar for the group on how they can expand their businesses from Japan to Singapore. They covered topics such as incorporation in Singapore, Singapore's demographic, consumer behaviour, influencer marketing, popup store marketing, etc. The participants were very interested in these topics and asked many questions such as "What are the common difficulties and errors Japanese companies have when doing business in Singapore." Tong was glad to have shared his experiences and expertise in these areas.
Japanese Lessons
For foreign domestic workers & caretakers
Sep 2018
WASABI Creation was requested by a nursing training school to conduct Japanese lessons to its students comprising of foreign domestic workers and caretakers. The students are attending the school to step up their skills in nursing care for the elderly. As Japan is seriously facing the hit of aging population, and lack of manpower in providing care to the elderly, they have opened up working opportunities in Japan to foreign caretakers.
In view of this, these foreign domestic workers are trying out learning Japanese to equip themselves with the language skill that will enable them to work in Japan in the future.
Guest Speaker
Seminar to Ryokoku University: How Singapore's policies have shaped a multiracial and international society.
2 Sep 2018
A group of 40 students from Ryokoku University, Japan visited WASABI Creation as part of their educational tour in Vietnam and Singapore. WASABI Creation founder, Tong conducted a seminar on Singapore policies that have shaped the country's multiracialism, and built an international society.
More and more Japanese companies realise the need to venture overseas market as its domestic market continue to string due to aging population and depopulation, however there is a lack of talent within Japan who has the experience, skills, and know-how to bring business across boarders. We hope the seminar will be able to share with the students some ideas and tips on how to be a global talent.
Guest Speaker
Seminars to Business Schools in Delhi, India
Aug 2018
WASABI Creation was invited by our partner, Intraversity in Delhi, to conduct talks to students of various business and management colleges in India. Over the week, we visited and met students from Jaipuria School of Business, JK Business School, Institute of Technology And Sciences, and Accurate Institute of Management & Technology. We shared with the students about our business, market trends in Japan and Singapore, and answered the students' questions on entrepreneurship.
WASABI Creation is also in talks with the schools to work with our partner in bringing students to Singapore for educational tour and internship.
Guest Speaker
"How SMU MBA Students can prepare themselves in working with the Japanese?"
6th Jul 2018
The Founder of WASABI Creation, Tong was invited by SMU MBA Class to speak at "Japanese Business Night". Tong shared about his experiences when he was working as a fresh graduate in Japan, and talked about Japanese business culture that is unique and special to non-Japanese people.
Tong also talked about basic Japanese business etiquette, such as exchanging business cards, and seating positions for Japanese business meetings. The MBA students shown great interest with many questions.
The event ended with a party serving Sushi for everyone.
Entrepreneurship Training Camp 2nd edition
"Partnership with SAI International College Bubhneshwar, India"
June 2018
WASABI Creation hosted 8 Indian students from SAI International College Bubhneshwar over 4 days for an intensive Entrepreneurship Training Camp at WASABI Creation's office. The students worked in groups of 2 on various topics such as coworking space business, India market entry, Japanese F&B market research, as well as overseas travel trends for India.
An extensive research in in these were done by the students, who also came up with creative proposals to implement new business into the fast growing market. Many presentations and discussions were held with the students to finalise the proposal.
At the end of the program, each student received a certificate of participation for their enthusiasm during the program.
WASABI Consulting
"What can Japanese students do to become international professionals?"
16th Mar 2018
The Founder of WASABI Creation, Tong was contacted by a group of students from Tokyo University, who are interested to learn about doing business internationally, as they planned their self-funded trip to Malaysia and Singapore. A sharing session was conducted over web conference, where Tong answered questions from the students, shared his own experiences, and gave advises to the students what they can do to groom themselves into international professionals.
Here are the reviews and comments from the students.
WASABI Insight vol.10
Business in Japan~
"Japanese Business Culture & Manners"
1st Mar 2018
The Founder of WASABI Creation, Tong held a seminar sharing his experiences and insights on doing business in Japan, in particular on the topic of "Japanese Business Culture & Manners".
Tong shared from his own personal experience overs the years while he has been working in Japan, and doing business with Japanese companies. As he grew up and went through the education system in Singapore, knowing the language didn't seem to have prepared him enough to work in Japan as a fresh graduate. Tong talked about the episodes he had encountered all these years, and cover some of the basics about "Japanese Business Culture & Manner".
Topics:
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Japanese business culture 101, how are the Japanese thinking?
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Exchanging business cards
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Visiting & hosting a Japanese company
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Useful Japanese expressions for business
More information: Business in Japan~ "Japanese Business Culture & Manners"
Guest Speaker
The Japan Council of Local Authorities for International Relations, Singapore (CLAIR, Singapore)
Feb 2018
The Founder of WASABI Creation, Tong was invited by The Japan Council of Local Authorities for International Relations, Singapore (CLAIR, Singapore) to share about WASABI Creation's business and its expertise in helping Japanese companies go global
Tong shared about his past, present, and future projects on how WASABI Creation is bridging Japan, Singapore, and the rest of Asia in terms on Business, Culture, and Tourism. In particular, Tong talked about his observation of how many Japanese companies are facing difficulty in presenting their products to the local markets overseas, and what could be so the solutions to better communicating with local consumers and making online connections for building relationships.
About CLAIR, Singapore
WASABI Insight vol.5
"Halal Business Opportunities &
Market Development in Japan"
Produced by WASABI Creation
5 September 2016 Monday, 6:30pm~9:30pm
WorkCentral @ Dhoby Ghaut
Connecting Japan & ASEAN for casual & stimulating exchange of ideas in business.
A truly cross-border business networking event, first of its kind in Singapore.
About the Speakers
Mr. Shinya Yokoyama
Co-Founder of Halal Media Japan
Chairman of Halal Expo Japan 2016
Organizing Committee
Shinya Yokoyama is also Co-Founder of Halal Media Japan Co Ltd which is Japan’s Halal leading portal site. He started his business career focusing on machinery trading in Japan and South East Asia in Yuasa Trading Co Ltd from 1992 to 2000.
He has been working on helping SMEs to develop overseas business since then.
He holds MBA degree from Kenichi Ohmae Graduate School of Business and awarded encouragement award for his work titled “Management Strategies for Japanese SME’s in Halal Industry”.
He got involved Halal and Islamic business industry since he came back to S’pore in 2012 and Co-organized Japan Halal Expo 2014 and 2015 which were the first and second international Halal related trade show and exhibition ever held in Japan.
In this seminar, Yoko-san as he likes to be called will give you an insight on the Japan Halal market. He will share data and statistics of Japan’s lucrative industries e.g. in tourism, F&B, retail and etc compared to the world economy.
Find out first-hand the vast opportunities await for Asean SMEs and entrepreneurs at large.
Mr. Melvin Goh
CEO, Have Halal, Will Travel
Melvin Goh is the CEO (Chief-Everything-Officer) of Have Halal, Will Travel (HHWT). He works with various brands and government officials to promote their Muslim-friendly services. He also ensures that HHWT consistently produces high quality content for Muslim travellers. Melvin has a long track record in the digital marketing sector. He dreams of travelling to space one day.
Have Halal, Will Travel (HHWT) offers resources and tools to help Muslim travellers plan their perfect trip. HHWT is redefining the Muslim travel market with highly shareable social content and a dedicated travel planning app to recommend the best things to do, eat and places to pray. We reach more than half a million Muslim travellers every month.
Event detail:
Date & Time: 5 September 2016 (Mon), 6:30pm~9:30pm
Venue: WorkCentral
Singapore Shopping Centre 190 Clemenceau Avenue level 6 Singapore 239924
Fee: $40 (online registration), $50 (at door)
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It has been sold out for previous event, please register online early
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You may request for receipt if needed
Light refreshment, softdrinks, coffee, beer & wine provided
Language: English
Dress code: Smart casual or business
Number of attendees: 50
(a mix of Japanese, locals, Indonesian, Vietnamese & other expatriate business professionals from MNC management and SME business owners)
Programme:
1830: Door open, Refreshment & Networking
1920: Welcome note by WASABI Creation
1930: "Halal Business Opportunties in Japan"
by Mr. Shinya Yokoyama
Co-founder, Halal Media Japan Co Ltd
Chairman, Halal Expo Japan Organizing Committee
- Insight on the Japan's Halal market
- Data and statistics of Japan’s lucrative industries e.g. in tourism, F&B, retail and etc compared to the world economy
- The vast opportunities await for Asean SMEs and entrepreneurs at large.
1950: "Understanding Muslim travellers - Who are they
and how are they different?"
by Mr. Melvin Goh
CEO, Have Halal, Will Travel
- Muslim travellers: Who, where and why now
- General travel patterns
- Why Muslim travellers love Japan?
- What do they do in Japan?
2010: Q&A, panel discussion for both speakers
2030: Networking
(softdrinks, coffee, beer & wine will be served)
2130: The End
*Event program maybe subjected to changes, we seek your kind understanding.
About WASABI Insight
WASABI Insight is a regular social networking event for bridging Singapore & Japan in terms of Business, Culture, & Talents, in order to enhance interaction & exchange of ideas between Singaporeans, Japanese, as well as other expatriate professionals.
WASABI Insight vol.1, Feb 12 2015, LinkedIn Singapore
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Supporting Partners
Media Community Community Community Venue Community
Past Speakers
Mr. Deny Rahardjo Mr. Sham Alexandra Mr. Dennis Quek Business Mr. Tee Wee Ang Mr. Edric Ho
Kinerja International DHL eCommerce I2R A*Star KOOKI Pte Ltd Lever & Punch Pte Ltd
Mr Akihiko Koga Mr Hideaki Fujiyama June Shaul Emily Maynade John Fitzpatrick Yasuyuki Kita
Japan Food Culture Lingua Franca Holdings LinkedIn LinkedIn Amazon Web Services Yamada Business Consulting
Organizers:
Registration:
Kindly pre-register for advance tickets for
WASABI Insight vol.5 with the form or HERE
by 30th August 2016.
Due to limited seats and sold-out previous
events, early pre-registration online is advised.
For enquiry , kindly email to
Past events:
WASABI Insight vol.1 @ LinkedIn Singapore
WASABI Insight vol.2 @ Amazon Web Services
WASABI Insight vol.3 by DHL Ecommerce
Participated Companies (WASABI Insight vol.3)
NNA Singapore, Business Indonesia-Singapore Association, VietCham (Vietnam Chamber of Commerce), Global Indonesian Voices ZALORA, Microsoft, Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS), Magenta Consulting Services Pte Ltd, Unite and Grow Inc., Corporate Directions, Inc. (CDI) Asia-Pacific, Pte. Ltd., Farallon Law Corporation, Marks & Clerk Singapore LLP, KOOKI Pte ltd, Singapore REDCOMZ PTE LTD, Arte & L'Art, Ematic Solutions, Credit Saison Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd. FujiXerox Asia Pacific, Solidiance Asia Pacific, WEST JAPAN RAILWAY COMPANY, TOPPAN FORMS(S)PTE LTD, Isetan (singapore) Limited, Marubeni ASEAN PTE. LTD., ELECOM SINGPORE PTE LTD, Hitachi Automotive Systems Singapore Pte Ltd, JETRO Singapore, JETRO Hong Kong, Alps Logistics (S) Pte Ltd, Alps Logistics (S) Pte Ltd APS Asset Management, Kimberly-Clark (FMCG), Sparkline, Viki, CBRE Hotels, Epsilon Mobile, and MORE
Supporting Business Leaders:
Mr Matsuda Daishi Mr Kazuya Chiba Ms Kelly Teoh Mr Teng Theng Dar Mr Son le Thanh Vidit Agrawal
NNA Singapore Suzuyo Singapore New Business Asia The Xpert Bees Pte Ltd Startup Grind Uber Singapore
Mr Fabian Lua Mr Atul Harkisanka Mr Damien Lam Mr Akihiko Koga Ms June Shaul Ms Emily Maynard
Peatix Singapore LinkedIn Singapore Barterfli Holdings Japan Food Culture LinkedIn LinkedIn
Mr Ben Chew Mr Stephanus Titus Widjaja Ms Hiromi Hara
Startup Jobs Asia BISA Single Point
