Asian Consumer Intellegence
Innovation is integral to everything we do at Five by Fifty. We monitor innovation across all sectors to create A Shot of Inspiration, a monthly selection of the most promising ideas and insights. We also work closely with our clients in Japan, China, the US and Europe using proprietary SEED™ and SPARK™ workshops and training programs to turn the insights we gather for them into sustainable innovation-building strategies.
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Innovation
Sanyo have scored a hit with their environmentally-friendly rechargeable battery line, eneloop, which are sold fully charged and can be recharged up to 1,000 times. Recent consumer consciousness of environmental issues, coupled with an expanded product line and successful ad campaign has boosted sales.
More..»Consumer Shifts, Innovation
Innovation applies to cities as well as companies. Cities grow and develop: their citizen do too. Which cities are the Apple, Toyota and Google of the future?
More..»Beauty & Wellness, Innovation
Since 2004, Panasonic has been selling a lineup of beauty appliances that generate nano-sized steam particles to moisturize facial skin, offering Japanese women an affordable way to replicate the beauty salon experience at home.
More..»Beauty & Wellness, Consumer Shifts, FMCG, Innovation, Lifestyle Spending
In the current economic climate point cards, which are issued everywhere from small restaurants to airlines, could become an important tool not only to increase customer retention and grow spending, but also to win new customers. A look at what’s taking place in Japan might offer some ideas.
More..»Innovation, Lifestyle Spending
Isetan department store in Shinjuku, Tokyo operates a successful section called “Isetan Girl,” which offers affordable fashion items, accessories, and interior goods aimed at Japanese women from mid-teens to early 20s. S
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Asahi has relased a soft drink with a product name that translates as “Emergency Rations for Waking Up,” printed in bold on a bright yellow background.
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A new environmentally-friendly sightseeing boat is operating in Lake Biwa, the largest fresh water lake in Japan, and a popular vacation site.
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Japanese auto sales are at a record low, falling 22 percent in December compared to the same month the previous year, giving a dark end to 2008, the worst year for car sales in 34 years. Japanese are increasingly urbanizing, with trains and subways being the preferred mode of transport.
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