Publications

Polish-Japanese Business and Cultural Differences in Communication

The Poland-Japan Foundation has published an article by Dr. Anna Wysokińska-Zajchowska on intercultural communication in Polish-Japanese business. It indicates that most challenges do not stem from language or technology, but from cultural differences in communication and decision-making, which can lead to misunderstandings, delays, and losses. The author also notes that academic education often oversimplifies these […]

Humanitarianism that Connected Poland and Japan

The Poland-Japan Foundation has published a new article by Mami Shimamoto, which explores the deep historical origins of relations between Japan and Poland. From the rescue of Siberian orphans to contemporary humanitarian cooperation—the text demonstrates how mutual support and empathy have shaped a unique and lasting partnership between the two countries.

Europe in Japan – Labor Market

The Poland-Japan Foundation has published a new article by Akane Nakazawa, which analyzes the growing importance of foreign workers in Japan. It highlights the increasing demand for qualified talent from abroad, with particular emphasis on Japanese language learners from Central and Eastern Europe. The article also presents challenges such as language barriers and difficulties in […]

Anime, Manga, and Soft Power: Japanese Culture in Poland

This is a new analytical and opinion-forming study prepared by the Poland-Japan Foundation, authored by Waka Ikeda. Based on field research conducted in Poland, the author analyzes how Japanese pop culture (especially manga and anime) has become part of mainstream youth culture in Poland. Private entities, such as Studio JG/Yatta.pl, currently play a more effective […]

Poland–Japan: A Strategic Rapprochement

The Poland–Japan Foundation invites you to explore a newly published study dedicated to the developing strategic partnership between Japan and Poland. The publication is authored by Stephen R. Nagy, who analyzes how both countries—positioned on the front line of contemporary transformations in the security environment—are strengthening cooperation in the areas of security and economic collaboration.

The Visegrad Group in Japan–EU Relations

The Poland-Japan Foundation has published a new policy report by Sam Baron, analyzing the changing economic and strategic dynamics in Southeast Asia. Titled “Japan, Europe, and Southeast Asia: The Untapped Role of the Visegrad Four”, the document examines how Japan’s long-standing engagement in the region contrasts with the European Union’s more fragmented approach. It indicates […]

Euro, Investment and the Indo-Pacific: Bulgaria in Japan’s Strategy towards Europe

The latest publication by the Poland-Japan Foundation, prepared by KyoLink, analyzes the elevation of Bulgarian-Japanese relations to the rank of Strategic Partnership within the framework of EU–Indo-Pacific cooperation. It highlights Bulgaria’s accession to the eurozone as a significant signal for Japanese investment and identifies clean energy, digital transformation and innovation as priority areas for structured […]

Japan in Eastern Europe: Stability and Development through Energy and Cooperation

A new publication by the Poland-Japan Foundation, authored by Yaroslav Snisarenko, an analyst specializing in energy policy and domestic affairs of Japan and Germany, examines Japan’s growing role in Eastern Europe’s energy transformation, with particular emphasis on Poland and Ukraine. The author highlights that Japan’s diversified approach—technological investments in Poland and humanitarian aid in Ukraine—can […]

Japan: Between Fiscal Pressure and Security

It is with great pleasure that I present a new publication issued by Poland Japan Foundation: Guns, Debt and Aging: Japan’s Security Strategy under Fiscal Constraint by Prof. Boštjan Bertalanič. This study, published shortly after the LDP’s major victory in the recent elections in Japan, analyzes the historic expansion of Japan’s defense capabilities under Prime […]