THE SEARCH FOR UNDERSTANDING
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Understanding modern Japan through people.
Japan in Profile is an independent long-form interview series exploring modern Japan through the personal stories, choices and experiences of the people shaping, interpreting and living it.
Japan is the context.
Interviews are the method.
Trust is the outcome.
Understanding is the purpose.
A CONVERSATION BUILT FOR DEPTH — NOT PERFORMANCE
Guests are invited because their perspective can add depth to how modern Japan is understood. The aim is a thoughtful, respectful conversation — not a promotional appearance or a predetermined answer.
Annalena Tachibana
Founder & Host
Originally from Germany and based in Japan, Annalena brings a cross-cultural perspective shaped by living and working across Germany, China and Japan. She created Japan in Profile to understand modern Japan through the people shaping it.
LAUNCHING AUTUMN 2026
annalena@japaninprofile.com
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