Asian Nomad Swot Analysis

The Asian Nomad

Tokyo, Japan There is more to Tokyo than its non-stop entertainment, bullet trains, and cherry blossoms. Here’s a pocket guide to experiencing Japan’s capital city beyond its glimmer and the many misconceptions bestowed upon it.

Pros:

Ultra-fast Internet, 24/7, diverse convenience stores, and lively cultural (art, music, theater, food) scene. Almost congestion-free traffic, disciplined motorists, and strict road rules. Generally clean, prevailing recycling culture, exemplary transportation system, low crime rate. Polite, honest, and helpful locals. Attention to details and adherence to quality—from work, to products, down to service.

Cons:

In contrast to the country’s high-tech image, some establishments still use outdated

No fixed contract, no termination fee, and no insurmountable requirements. It also has an English-language contact support via webmail, chat, or phone, and an online account dashboard. 3GB plan costs JPY 3,218/mo; 5GB plan costs JPY 4,298/mo; 7GB costs JPY 5,378/mo; and 10GB costs JPY 7,214/mo. Calls cost JPY 40-47/minute and JPY 3 for SMS. The only caveat is the JPY 15,000 activation fee.

Pocket WiFi Rental?

To begin with, Internet connection in Tokyo is accessible and quite ubiquitous. Most establishments—hotels, bars, malls, restaurant, and even public places—have an exemplary WiFi connection. However, pocket WiFis can still be very useful when on the road, as this is where Tokyo’s free WiFi become a bit unreliable.

• Ninja WiFi Router. For trips not exceeding three days. Powered by Softbank, maximum downloading speed of 165 Mbps. Cheapest plan costs JPY 2,300/s days plus delivery fee of JPY 500. Can be pre-ordered online. Pick-up point includes Narita International Airport.

• Japan Mobile and Wifi Router Rentals. For longer trips. 30-day plan includes unlimited data and download speeds of up to 110Mbps, costs JPY 9,160 plus delivery fee of JPY 1,000. Can be pre-ordered online. Pick-up point includes Narita International Airport. Coworking

But its minimalist design, plus its vibrant community of startup owners, artists, and freelancers, might be enough to spend an entire day in its premises. It also offers shared kitchen and bathroom, as well as printers, speakers, and other advanced office devices that can be useful in conferences and meetings. Monthly Hotdesk membership starts at JPY 22,000.

• Co-ba

It won’t be one of the most famous coworking space brands in Japan for nothing. Its Shibuya branch in Shibuya-ku has gained popularity among entrepreneurs and freelancers for its three-themed interior design—the brown section contains a sumptuous library and a conference room; the white section is filled with white boards for meetings; and the black section for guests and members who want a quieter place to work. Daily Pass costs JPY 2,000 while Monthly Pass costs JPY 15,000.

• Mono

Mono, located in Odaiba in Tokyo Bay, is among the few coworking spaces in Tokyo that opens itself to foreign entrepreneurs and consumers. Its interior design is a blend of modern Japanese and contemporary Western. It also has a beautiful, well-written English website, which remains a rarity in Japanese business. 1-Day Drop-in Pass costs JPY 2,000, 2-hr Drop-in Pass costs JPY 500. Free Desk Plan costs JPY 20,000/mo, while Dedicated Desk Plan is JPY