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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...
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 its presence by establishing a...
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 attributed to the innovative luminescent technology developed...
Chemicals
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...
Government
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,...
Robotics
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
Arts & Culture
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
Fashion & Style
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.
Travel & Leisure
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.
Travel & Leisure
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...
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...
Government
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...
Robotics
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...
Nonprofit
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.
Shipping & Logistics
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...
Financial Services
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...
Biotechnology
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...
Consumer Electronics
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...
Government
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...