top 1000 brands 2019

Jul 2, 2019

Economic hurdles push Japanese consumers to save, not spend

There are plenty of reasons to worry — consumer confidence is down, the economy is more shaky than it has been — but Japanese consumers are loyal, and the 2020 Olympics may perk things up.

Jul 1, 2019

Japan's top 100 brands: Meiji, Suntory, Kao gain favour at home

Subtle changes in the top 10 reflect the power of premium and responsible positioning.

Jul 1, 2019

Japan's top local brands: Legacy and innovation sustain Toyota, Sony and Panasonic

The automotive giant’s ‘mobility’ proposition seems to have been well received.

Jul 1, 2019

Multinationals struggle to localise in Japan

The adage that people want to see themselves in a piece of advertising isn’t necessarily true, but they do need to be able to relate to it.

Jun 11, 2019

Competition narrows between ride-sharing brands

With Uber largely out of the picture, attention falls on two Southeast Asian success stories.

Jun 11, 2019

Local couriers stand up to global players

FedEx dominates regionally, but not in the biggest individual markets.