Articles, updates, and practical guidance for teams running modern IT operations in Japan.
Why ITAD providers in Japan need kobutsusho kyoka (secondhand goods license). Learn the legal basis, verification methods, risks of unlicensed providers, and how licensing enables asset resale.
AKRIN Editorial Team
AKRIN Team
Complete guide to IT Asset Disposition in Japan. Learn about APPI compliance, kobutsusho kyoka requirements, NIST 800-88 data destruction, and 10 criteria for choosing an ITAD provider.
AKRIN Editorial Team
AKRIN Team
Real cost comparison of in-house IT vs. outsourced MSP in Tokyo. In-house costs ¥12-50M+ annually. MSP costs 60-75% less. See detailed breakdown by company size and 12-point evaluation checklist.
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AKRIN Team
Setting up IT in Japan as a foreign company? Learn about APPI 2022 compliance, My Number requirements, managing Japanese vendors, and avoiding the 5 most common mistakes international businesses make.
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AKRIN Team
Phishing attacks are rapidly evolving. This guide explains how to build layered, effective defenses suited to modern threats.
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AKRIN Team
As cyber threats evolve rapidly, 2025 brings new challenges requiring advanced security strategies. Discover the latest cybersecurity best practices to protect your Japanese business.
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AKRIN Team
While global cloud adoption soars, Japan's unique business culture presents both challenges and opportunities. Explore real success stories from Japanese organizations that have successfully migrated to the cloud.
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AKRIN Team
Japan is positioning itself as an AI powerhouse, with over 20,000 Pepper robots deployed globally and major corporations like JAL implementing company-wide AI platforms. Discover how artificial intelligence is fundamentally transforming information technology services through predictive analytics, machine learning, NLP, and intelligent automation.
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AKRIN Team
Remote work is here to stay—and it brings specific security challenges. This guide outlines practical, comprehensive measures to protect your distributed workforce.
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AKRIN Team