Enjoying the Ritual

It's been quite some time since I began balancing my work as a management consultant with late-night and early-morning radio and TV appearances, and I still get nervous before each broadcast. With so many live shows, maintaining my health is paramount.

My schedule inevitably becomes irregular, so to manage it, I've naturally made physical training a habit. I've been training with a kickboxing instructor twice a week without fail for some time. A few years ago, I also started running three times a week, covering a total of 50km each week: 15km, 15km, and 20km (laughs).

I have many running friends, so I enjoy my training. However, running under direct sunlight means that, with age, I've become concerned about my skin becoming dry and flaky after sun exposure. Recently, I've made it a habit to use "Wakan Organics" after showering, and I feel my skin is being conditioned. Initially, I was a little hesitant about the scent of the 16 natural herbs, but knowing they are enzymes that stimulate cells, I now use it with the mindset of taking good medicine.

Craftsmanship Trusted Worldwide

Through my work abroad, I've come to feel that Japan is overwhelmingly superior when it comes to "monozukuri" (craftsmanship). Companies like Kobayashi Ken-gyo (http://www.ginzado.ne.jp/~kenma/), known for the mirror polishing on the back of the iPod, are wonderful examples.

Furthermore, it's said that the global LGBTQ community, known for its sensitivity to trends and high aesthetic standards in all things, is now focusing on Japanese "monozukuri."

Especially in the realm of skincare, where products are applied directly to the skin, the pursuit of meticulous detail has led to a high level of trust in Japanese technology. In light of this trend, high-quality products like "Wakan Organics," created using advanced Japanese manufacturing processes with potent cosmetic ingredients developed through the breeding efforts of medical doctors, will surely be readily accepted if placed within their reach.

While Japan has many things that deserve recognition, what will be needed in the future to convey them to the world is the cultivation of "kenzan" (flower arranging frogs) that can arrange these wonderful "flowers" (products).

"Wakan Organics" Participates in Matsuya Ginza's 5th Floor Men's Floor Event

Period: Wednesday, December 3 - Thursday, December 25
Location: Matsuya Ginza 5F Special Men's Venue
3-6-1 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Tel. 03-3567-1211 (General Inquiries)
Business Hours: 10:00 - 20:00
http://www.matsuya.com/m_ginza/

"Christmas Holiday 1 DAY Event"
Date & Time: Sunday, December 21, 12:00 - 18:00
Location: Matsuya Ginza 5F Special Floor
Content: ~ Popular with Businessmen: 10 min Head SPA ~
An event offering Christmas gifts will be held, featuring estheticians from the long-established salon "MESA." You can experience a complimentary head spa that relieves scalp fatigue without rinsing.

Exclusive benefits are available for those who mention an OPENERS article during the event period!
①A "Home Care Gift" for participants of the December 21st event.
②A "One-Week Travel Gift" for visitors during the event period from December 3rd to 25th.

Sean McArdle Kawakami
Management consultant. Engaged in management guidance, business development, M&A, strategic alliances, IPO support, and cross-border corporate attraction for domestic and international companies at major strategy consulting firms and investment advisory companies.
In 1995, he established and became representative of Bloodstone Management Initiative Limited, a management consulting firm in Delaware, USA. Currently, based in seven cities including Tokyo, New York, Paris, and Singapore, he is involved in strategic consulting for various business domains of Japanese and foreign companies, investment fund management, and advisory services for local governments and national/governmental organizations. He also works as a personality, commentator, and panelist on TV and radio, primarily on economic and business programs.
He is a regular navigator for "MakeIT21" on the metropolitan area FM station 81.3 J-WAVE and a guest commentator on Fuji TV's information program "Tokudane." His major publications include "The Five Conditions of a Professional" (Asahi Shimbun Publishing), "MBA Lecture Live Broadcast: Business Strategy" (TAC Publishing), "Train Your Inner Strength" (Asa Publishing), "Instant Listening, Instant Response Business Training" (ALC), and "The Eve of Success" (Softbank Publishing).
http://www.seank.biz/