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Keywords for Japan's future, by Japan experts living in Japan. [15/17]Let's wrestle with this more.
Morley Robertson
Looking toward 2020. And beyond. Where should Japan aim? What would be desirable? In this year, where the importance of diversity seems increasingly emphasized, I want to start by listening to diverse opinions.
Our featured guests are 15 individuals originally from overseas who now reside in Japan. From both an external and internal perspective on Japan, and through the professional lens of their respective fields, they have expressed insightful and diverse keywords through the art of calligraphy.
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This is something I want to say not only to creators, but to everyone who needs to create. In that creative process, at moments of decision, are you thinking in a straight line? Are you trying to reach the goal too quickly, jumping too easily into existing categories? Recently, the scent of the underground has faded from our streets, replaced by increasingly uniform commercial spaces. I sense the same trend in the world of creation. We need the space to deliberately hesitate before that hurried step, to think calmly. Are we jumping to simple conclusions? Are we fixated on what's "correct"? Are we relying solely on the latest technology? Are we confining ourselves to a certain character? By taking such detours in our thinking, we should be able to see different goals that were previously invisible.
About DENTSU SOKEN INC. Japan Studies Group
In preparation for 2020 and beyond, we established a research team at DENTSU SOKEN INC. focused on Japan's appeal and strengths. We aim to be a "network-based think tank," leveraging connections with people across various fields both domestically and internationally, as well as all resources within Dentsu Inc. With Dentsu Inc.'s unique approach and the teamwork to shape the future by reading the winds, we want to contribute to building Japan's future—a future where answers aren't easily found.
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Morley Robertson
Musician and Journalist
Born in the United States. Raised with education in both Japan and the U.S. After becoming the first American to pass the University of Tokyo's Japanese entrance exam, studied electronic music at Harvard University. Alongside musical activities, worked as a radio DJ, journalist, and in various other fields. Regular appearances on BS SKY PerfecTV!'s "NEWS Zap!", NHK, NHK World, and others. Passed away in January 2026. Aged 63.