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Weaving the future: The Philippine Pavilion at Expo 2025 BRIDGES MAGAZINE: THE PHILIPPINES This year, all eyes are on Osaka, Japan as it hosts the Expo 2025. Held every five years, the World Expo is a highly anticipated event for international collaboration and the celebration of cross-cultural ties. Voltes V: Legacy ‘Volts In’ to a New Era BRIDGES MAGAZINE: THE PHILIPPINES Director Mark Reyes reboots the bots in a cross-cultural confluence of the iconic and the innovative Synergistic growth in sports BRIDGES MAGAZINE: THE PHILIPPINES In the realm of sports, the synergy between Japan and the Philippines has both trans­formed individual athletes and sports as a whole. Now house­hold names, athletes like Yuka Saso and Carlos Yulo have been sources of national pride due to international recognition. Property Access: A Filipino investor’s gateway to Japanese real estate BRIDGES MAGAZINE: THE PHILIPPINES Founded by Japanese serial entrepreneur Hiroki Kazato and Filipino sales professional and marketer Sheila Baylon, Property Access embodies the power of complementary strengths between two cultures. Property Access: A Filipino investor’s gateway to Japanese real estate Synergistic growth in sports Weaving the future: The Philippine Pavilion at Expo 2025 Voltes V: Legacy ‘Volts In’ to a New Era WHAT'S NEW

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Weaving the future: The Philippine Pavilion at Expo 2025

All eyes are on Osaka, Japan as it hosts the Expo 2025. Beyond participation, the Philippines looks forward to showcasing...

Voltes V: Legacy ‘Volts In’ to a New Era

Director Mark Reyes reboots the bots in a cross-cultural confluence of the iconic and the innovative...

Synergistic growth in sports

All eyes are on Osaka, Japan as it hosts the Expo 2025. Beyond participation, the Philippines looks forward to showcasing...

Richmond So: A love affair with Toyota

In this feature celebrating the enduring relationship between the Philippines and Japan, no story about Japan would be complete without...

Property Access: A Filipino investor’s gateway to Japanese real estate

Founded by Japanese serial entrepreneur Hiroki Kazato and Filipino sales professional and marketer Sheila Baylon, Property Access embodies the power...

Balancing Work and Play: Why Japanese expats thrive in the tropics

For Japanese professionals seeking a vibrant, wel­coming environment to build their careers while pursuing personal passions, the Philippines stands out...

A Legacy of Innovation: The Laurel family’s bond with Japan

The Laurel family’s deep-rooted connection with Japan spans generations, shaping a legacy of cultural exchange and economic cooperation. From the...

The Philippines

INAUGURAL ISSUE • JUNE 2025
Open Magazine

Message from the Editor-in-Chief

Franz J. Fricke

Message from the Editor-in-Chief

Franz J. Fricke

Message from the Managing Editor

Phil Demack

Message from the Managing Editor

Phil Demack

Food

Uma Nota Manila: A Spirited Symphony of Nipo-Brasileiro Cuisine and Culture
In the Kitchen: An Exclusive Interview with Keiichiro Fujino, Japanese Executive Chef of Hotel Okura Manila
Sakagura: In Hearty Homage of Tasty, Time-Honored Tradition
Chef Yuichi Ito: Award-Winning Head Chef of Crosta Pizzeria on Elevating the Pizza Experience in Manila and Niseko
Refreshing Connections with Stanford Shaw’s Marc and Johann See
Auro Chocolate: From Tree to Bar, a Global Journey
Lore Manila: A Sumptuous Celebration of Filipino Culinary History
Sipping Stories: Lit and Lab Manila bring Japanese whisky and sake culture to the Philippines

Travel

Hotel Okura Manila: Combining Japanese hospitality with Filipino warmth

Paradise, In Rich Shades of Crimson

Niseko 101: Introducing you to Japan’s winter wonderland

Fashion

Not Just Your Typical Robe: The Evolution of Japan’s Kimono

A Flair for Flora, Fauna, and All-Things Fabulous

Rafikimono: Inspired by Japanese Tradition, Crafted with Filipino Ingenuity

Arts & Culture

The Overarching Otaku Obsession
Provenance Art Gallery at Finopinas: Painting Filipino-Japanese Connections in Tokyo
A Little Home on the Big Mountain

Wellness

Slope Thrills and Rental Skills: Getting Stoked with Rhythm Japan
Bambike: Bridging Cultures, Riding the Momentum

Events

Sapporo Beerfest: A Festive Evening of Brews, Bites, and Bonding

Sake Manila: A Splendid Celebration of Japan’s Sake and Spirits

Listicles

Gifts From Afar: Japanese favorites from the Philippines

Homegrown Luxuries: Japanese expats’ guide to Filipino artisanal crafts

Filipino Wellness: Health and beauty must-haves for Japanese expats

Editors’ Choice: Must-stay hotels in Japan

Umami Overload: The Rise of Japanese Cuisine in the Philippines

Business

A message from the President of the Republic of The Philippines

Federal Land NRE Global: Fostering next-generation urban living through collaboration

A legacy of trust and collaboration: GT Capital’s strategic Japanese partnerships

YGC: Cultivating robust connections across borders

Aboitiz InfraCapital: Advancing the nation with economic estates

The next 100 years: Aboitiz’s journey toward becoming a sustainable ‘techglomerate’

In their shoes: SM Investments’ role in shaping the economic landscape of the Philippines

PAGCOR chair: Now is the time to bet on the Philippines

SPCMB Law Offices empowers access to renewable energy via PPP efforts

Why Japanese investors remain ichiban in Philippine economic zones

An enduring partnership: Japan-Philippines cooperation through JICA

An interview with H.E. Mylene J. Garcia-Albano, Philippine Ambassador to Japan

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