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

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.

Our underwear used to just be cotton, but we wanted to see if we could create something out of synthetics.

Japan's biggest problems are conservatism and cowardice.

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.

Japanese businesspeople and companies are lacking in individuality.

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