Born in Izumo, Shimane, Japan, 48year-old
B.A. in Physics, Kyoto University and joined Nikkei Inc.
Staff Writer in Science & Technology News Department, Tokyo Head Office
Staff Writer in Economic News Department
Chief Correspondent in Paris Bureau, France
Staff Writer in Economic News Department, Tokyo Head Office
Deputy Editor in Economic News Department
Chief Correspondent in Washington Bureau, USA
Deputy Editor in Economic News Department, Tokyo Head Office
Corporate Planning Office
International News Department
Editor, Asia & Oceania News Department