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From tradition to innovation: The evolving Japan-Switzerland partnership

This report explores the 160-year relationship between Japan and Switzerland, characterized by innovation, cultural exchange and mutual respect. It delves into the countries’ extensive...

MM Automobile Schweiz: Revving up Mitsubishi Motors’ success in the Swiss market

Mitsubishi Motors has deliv­ered on the dependabil­ity of its name in Switzerland for decades. In 2006 the brand bolstered its presence by es­tablishing a...

RC Tritec AG: Illuminating the watch world

Have you ever marveled how your watch glows in the dark? Much of that magic can be attributed to the innovative luminescent technology developed...

Local solutions, global expertise: The impact of Toray Membrane Europe on water treatment

Toray Membrane Europe, estab­lished in 1990 and headquar­tered in Munchenstein, spearheads the global water treatment industry, providing advanced water treat­ment solutions across Europe and...

Swiss-Japanese Bilateral Ties in Focus: An Interview With HE Ambassador Fujiyama

Bilateral relations between Japan and Switzerland have evolved into a robust partnership over the past 160 years, characterized by a strong commitment to innovation,...

Nabtesco Technology Ventures: Empowering Tech Startups for Industrial Transformation

Nabtesco Technology Ventures (NTV) is the corporate venture capital arm of Nabtesco Corp., a nearly 100-year-old Japanese manufacturer celebrated for its innovations in motion...

Lifestyle

All Jazzed Up, from Tokyo to Montreux

When it comes to cross-cultural connections, there’s no denying the power of music to bridge the gaps

Timeless Craftsmanship: Frederique Constant’s 35-Year Legacy of Affordable Luxury in Swiss Watchmaking

Spanning 35 years in the industry, Frederique Constant is one of the younger brands in the centuries-old tradition of Swiss watchmaking.

Magic tours to Switzerland and back organized by Harry Kolb

Harry Kolb is a tour operator providing tailor-made individual and group tours from Japan to Switzerland and from Switzerland to Japan.

Every good trip begins with good advice

Here’s a few from the experts to take note of when planning a trip to Switzerland.

Pharmaceuticals

Novartis: Reimagining medicine in Japan through innovation

Novartis was established through the merger of two Swiss companies, Ciba-Geigy and Sandoz, with a collective history that dates back more than 250 years....

Young Swiss entrepreneurs enjoy the smell of success in Japan

AromaSticks are natural inhalers that boost one’s mood and help in managing everyday stress. Unlike inhalers recommended for colds, the patented AromaStick inhaler delivers...

Professional Services

Bridging Cultures: Turning cross-cultural complexity into high-performance vitality

“While companies take into account financial, legal, technology and intellectual property due diligence requirements, the cultural dimension also needs to be addressed for organizations...

Froriep Legal and Rentsch Partner: An innovative legal alliance

“We were named Swiss Law Firm of the Year at The Lawyer European Awards in 2018 and today, we feel invigorated by our cooperation...

Editorial

Automotive

MM Automobile Schweiz: Revving up Mitsubishi Motors’ success in the Swiss market

Mitsubishi Motors has deliv­ered on the dependabil­ity of its name in Switzerland for decades. In 2006 the brand bolstered...

Honda Suisse: Driving success through people and passion

Switzerland has three official languages, distinct regional differences and geographical constraints. Despite these challenges, Switzerland is an important market...

Chemicals

RC Tritec AG: Illuminating the watch world

Have you ever marveled how your watch glows in the dark? Much of that magic can be...

Local solutions, global expertise: The impact of Toray Membrane Europe on water treatment

Toray Membrane Europe, estab­lished in 1990 and headquar­tered in Munchenstein, spearheads the global water treatment industry, providing...

Swiss-Japanese Bilateral Ties in Focus: An Interview With HE Ambassador Fujiyama

Bilateral relations between Japan and Switzerland have evolved into a robust partnership over the past 160 years, characterized by...

Nabtesco Technology Ventures: Empowering Tech Startups for Industrial Transformation

Nabtesco Technology Ventures (NTV) is the corporate venture capital arm of Nabtesco Corp., a nearly 100-year-old Japanese manufacturer celebrated...

Economic Resilience in Switzerland: An In-depth Discussion with economiesuisse Chief Economist

Established in 2020, economiesuisse is a centralized organization for the Swiss business sector, representing the interests of competitive, globally connected, and socially responsible Swiss businesses.

KWE Switzerland: Always on the move

As a non-European Union member country, Switzerland is a unique market for KWE. Founded in 1997, KWE Switzerland has...

Delivering smart disclosure solutions in line with Common Reporting Standard

While the company delivers Swiss and international tax and legal advice, accounting, outsourcing and art management, for reasons of...

Sunstar: A global health movement leader

Sunstar believes that to be truly healthy in body and mind, we must take care of ourselves holistically. How...

Sharp Electronics Schweiz AG: Driven by ambition for excellence

Sharp, a Japanese multinational with numerous subsidiaries in Europe, acquired print solutions company Fritz Schumacher AG in 2017 to...

Business and the Canton of Bern: An innovative partnership

While highly specialized small-and medium-sized enterprises are the backbone of the economy, many multinationals and Japanese companies have successfully...