Inside Japanese Leadership Philosophy: Learn the Kokorozashi Framework for Your Career
In Japanese, Kokorozashi (志) brings together two powerful elements:
- Shi (士) — your professional expertise, responsibility, and the impact you create through your work
- Kokoro (心) — your heart, compassion, and inner motivation
Together, these form a guiding leadership vision that has shaped many of Japan’s most influential founders, innovators, and changemakers.
During this interactive session, you will:
- Understand the essence of Kokorozashi, and why it has become central to leadership development in Japan.
- Explore the five key components of Kokorozashi, highlighted through real examples of Japanese leaders who achieved meaningful, long-lasting impact.
- Reflect on your own values and aspirations through guided exercises to begin uncovering your personal Kokorozashi.
Q&A Session:
Bring your questions!
Our Admissions Advisor will be available to answer questions about GLOBIS’s MBA programs, application process, and how Japanese management principles are taught in practice.
Some tips for the event:
Join on time as the event will be live (we recommend joining at least 5 minutes early).
Please prepare earphones, a microphone, and/or a webcam for a more interactive experience.
Feel free to participate and ask questions—this session is designed to be engaging and practical!
Overview
| Date: | Tuesday, January 20, 2026 |
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| Time: | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time) |
| Where: | Online |
| Registration Fee: | Free of charge |
| Language: | English |
Agenda
| 4:50 PM (PST) | Reception Opens |
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| 5:00 PM (PST) | Intro to GLOBIS |
| 5:10 PM (PST) | Seminar(Tad-san) |
| 5:50 PM (PST) | Survey and Q&A |
| 6:00 PM (PST) | Closing |
Tadahiro Wakasugi
GLOBIS University Faculty
Mr. Wakasugi has significant expertise in strategy, capability development, and organizational development.
Prior to joining GLOBIS, he worked for the management consulting firm Booz & Company for 10 years, helping leading companies develop their strategies and essential capabilities. He then became the director of a London-based educational start-up and after returning to Japan, was a faculty member at Business Breakthrough University.
At GLOBIS, he is engaged in curriculum and content development for strategy, organizational behavior, and marketing, as well as talent development for corporations and individuals. He also serves as an executive coach for a start-up.
Besides his work at GLOBIS, he disseminates a strengths-based approach for individuals to thrive at the Japan Positive Psychology Association (JPPA) and is a registered yoga teacher with RTY 200 Yoga Alliance.
