More than trends, consumers need functionality. Everything needs an element of fashion, but thats more like a spice.

We are a country of artisans and a country of manufacturing. I think Japanese textile technology is the best in the world.

As a businessperson, I dont have the power to change the government. That is in the hands of the political leaders. However, as a taxpayer, we have the right to be critical of the government and demand change.

Japan's biggest problems are conservatism and cowardice.

I tell people that we must have the courage to share what we feel, but no one follows me.

It is clothes. It is parts. Therefore, you combine the parts differently to create your own unique expression.

Konosuke Matsushita was a visionary entrepreneur. He started working very young as a teenager, and he eventually created Panasonic to become a truly global company.