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Understanding Japan’s Energy Transition: A Guide for New Entrants

Published on June 25, 2026

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Episode 12 – Marketing Transformation in the AI Era: Storytelling, Trust, and Leadership with Dr. Laura Bonamici

Asia AIM Podcast Episode 12 - Dr. Laura Bonamici on why marketing must lead enterprise transformation, how storytelling beats AI noise, and why radical curiosity is the skill of 2026.

Episode 12 – Marketing Transformation in the AI Era: Storytelling, Trust, and Leadership with Dr. Laura Bonamici

The SaaS Source: May 2026

Japan SaaS in May 2026: a ¥3B hospital platform, a hospitality Series A, a sales AI agent and a seed-stage generative AI camera vision startup.

The SaaS Source: May 2026

Agility of Independents. Strength of a Global Network.

As part of AMIN Worldwide, AIM B2B brings together the agility of independent agencies with the reach of a global network, delivering B2B marketing built for Asia and beyond.

Agility of Independents. Strength of a Global Network.

Cybersecurity Compliance for Foreign Firms Entering Japan

Japan has a patchwork of cybersecurity laws. From APPI to sector-specific ESPA rules, foreign firms must navigate a complex compliance landscape to build trust.

Cybersecurity Compliance for Foreign Firms Entering Japan

Episode 11 – Japan’s Talent “Epidemic” (and How to Fix It), with Dr. David Sweet

Japan's talent shortage is an epidemic, says Dr David Sweet, and most foreign companies are making it worse by using the wrong tools and hiring for the wrong roles.

Episode 11 – Japan’s Talent “Epidemic” (and How to Fix It), with Dr. David Sweet

The SaaS Source: April 2026

April 2026 Japan SaaS: satellite data backed by NTT Docomo and JR East, a scholarship SaaS Series B, a 3D decision-support platform and construction AI agents.

The SaaS Source: April 2026

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Interviews

Interview: Robert Heldt

The most important skills are creativity, thinking outside the box, and the ability to gain a deep understanding of the problems and challenges the client is facing.

Interview: Robert Heldt

Interview: Simon Farrell

I’ve spent about 18 years in Japan, over three stints since 1987. After graduating from the London School of Journalism in 1992, my first job was as a stringer in Havana, Cuba, for the Daily Telegraph.

Interview: Simon Farrell

Meet Custom Media's Strategic Account Director

I take care of our bigger clients and I promote the company to interest new clients. I also have a passion for events.

Meet Custom Media's Strategic Account Director

News

Custom Media Creates Etihad Airways’ LINE Account for Japan

Custom Media is excited to announce a collaboration with Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), to unveil a new Japanese-language LINE account. This launch marks the first time a Middle Eastern airline has created a dedicated LINE service tailored specifically for Japanese travelers. 

Custom Media Creates Etihad Airways’ LINE Account for Japan

Custom Media Launches Content Marketing Report

Insightful survey reveals insights from the Japanese media landscape

Custom Media Launches Content Marketing Report

Custom Media Wins Gold and Bronze at London Awards

Creative marketing and communications agency Custom Media won two top prizes at the annual Digital Impact Awards Asia.

Custom Media Wins Gold and Bronze at London Awards