About me
About me
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I am a young, passionate, and globally‑minded Bachelor of Marketing and Management student at Griffith University. From an early age, I’ve been fascinated by how people make choices- not just emotionally, but strategically- and how culture shapes the way we interpret brands. Growing up between Japanese precision and Australian creativity, that early curiosity has evolved into a commitment to designing well‑researched, culturally intelligent marketing strategies that help businesses communicate clearly, expand across borders, and grow with purpose.
Why Marketing?
Why Marketing?
I love marketing because it blends strategic thinking with creativity. I’m especially drawn to analysing markets through frameworks to find competitive advantage, then using my photographic interests and design skills to communicate a consistent brand message that connects with customers. With cultural empathy and bilingual Japanese–English insight woven into my work, I create marketing that feels authentic across borders and aligns with a brand’s purpose.
Why Managment?
Why Managment?
I love management because it’s deeply strategic. I’m drawn to analysing the macro‑environment and understanding how a business’s internal capabilities can adapt to create long‑term sustainability — not just competitively, but through building supportive, resilient cultures. With bilingual Japanese–English insight and cultural empathy, I approach management with a global mindset, helping organisations navigate change and operate effectively across borders.
Photography
Photography
I document the cultural rhythms of Australia and Japan through photography — from cafés and streets to daily life and travel environments. My work blends visual storytelling with market insight, capturing how people interact with space, design, and atmosphere. Each image becomes a form of cultural research, revealing how aesthetics and lifestyle shape consumer behaviour across two distinct markets.
This practice is part of my creative skillset: I translate visual patterns, emotional tone, and cultural “vibes” into strategic marketing insights. By observing how environments influence mood and decision‑making, I help brands understand what feels authentic, what resonates visually, and how cultural nuance drives engagement in both Australia and Japan.
Education
Griffith University — Bachelor of Business
Griffith University — Bachelor of Business
2024 – 2026 | Brisbane, Australia
Built analytical foundations through structured business strategy and market evaluation.
Strengthened cross‑cultural communication by transitioning from Japan to Australia as a bilingual student.
Engaged in diverse communities — Basketball, Japanese Social Club, and church — enhancing interpersonal and leadership skills.
Developed problem‑solving and analytical capability through coursework and real‑world projects.
The Takeaway: A globally minded academic foundation blending strategic business thinking with bilingual cultural intelligence.
Explore: Business Strategy • Cross‑Cultural Communication
Griffith College — Foundation in Business
Griffith College — Foundation in Business
2023 – 2024 | Brisbane, Australia
Established core commercial knowledge in marketing, management, and organisational behaviour.
Strengthened academic discipline and adaptability during the transition from Kyoto to Brisbane.
Awarded Academic Excellence for top performance in the Foundation Program, demonstrating strong analytical capability and consistent high‑quality output.
The Takeaway: A solid business base — reinforced by academic excellence — enabling fast, confident progression into advanced marketing and strategy studies.
Explore: Business Foundations
Kyoto International University Academy (KIUA) — High School Diploma
Kyoto International University Academy (KIUA) — High School Diploma
2019 – 2023 | Kyoto, Japan
Developed bilingual fluency through an international curriculum and multicultural environment.
Built teamwork and discipline through sports: Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, and Baseball.
Strengthened communication and cultural empathy — now core to your localisation and marketing identity.
The Takeaway: Japanese precision, bilingual fluency, and cultural awareness that shape your cross‑border marketing approach.
Explore: Bilingual Skills • Cultural Intelligence
Work Experience
Mr Curry (Brisbane, Australia) 2025-2026
2026 – Present
Served 40+ customers independently, balancing order flow with accuracy and speed.
Navigated dual‑market etiquette, aligning Japanese coworker expectations with multinational customer communication.
Optimized service efficiency during peak hours through fast bilingual interaction.
The Takeaway: High‑pressure performance and cross‑cultural communication — essential for managing global marketing workflows and customer‑facing brand strategy.
Japanese–English Tutor — KIUA (Kyoto, Japan) 2022
Japanese–English Tutor — KIUA (Kyoto, Japan) 2022
2022
Raised a student’s grade from C to B+ by teaching correct Kanji structure and writing technique.
Ensured cultural accuracy in academic translations across Japanese and English contexts.
Strengthened written communication through targeted grammar and comprehension coaching.
The Takeaway: Precision, cultural nuance, and measurable learning outcomes — directly transferable to localisation, brand voice, and cross‑border content strategy.
Yoshimasa (Ehime, Japan) 2021
Yoshimasa (Ehime, Japan) 2021
2021
Communicated clearly under pressure, ensuring fast, accurate customer service.
Adapted quickly to shifting demand and customer expectations.
Strengthened interpersonal communication through daily customer-facing interactions.
The Takeaway: Adaptability and communication agility — valuable for client relations, campaign coordination, and brand tone management.
Skills & Credentials
Griffith Award for Academic Excellence (2025)
Griffith Award for Academic Excellence (2025)
Recognised for outstanding academic performance and analytical capability.
Demonstrated consistent high‑quality output across strategy, communication, and business fundamentals.
The Takeaway: Validates my ability to learn fast, think critically, and deliver excellence in high‑pressure academic environments.
Explore: Academic Excellence
Griffith University — Leading Change Micro‑Credential
Griffith University — Leading Change Micro‑Credential
Organisational Change • Leadership • Strategic Adaptation
Studied frameworks for navigating organisational change and stakeholder alignment.
Completed strategic projects including Leadership for Good and Pitching Ideas.
The Takeaway: Equips me with leadership tools to guide teams, manage transitions, and support sustainable growth.
Google Digital Marketing Certification
Google Digital Marketing Certification
SEO • Audience Analysis • Web Strategy
Applied SEO frameworks to analyse search intent and improve visibility.
Strengthened audience segmentation and behavioural insight for data‑driven campaigns.
The Takeaway: Gives me the analytical backbone to optimise content, improve conversions, and guide strategic digital decisions.
HubSpot Social Media Marketing Certification
HubSpot Social Media Marketing Certification
Social Monitoring • ROI Measurement • Content Strategy
Executed structured social monitoring to track engagement patterns.
Measured ROI using HubSpot analytics to refine campaign direction.
The Takeaway: Enables me to build social strategies grounded in measurable outcomes, not guesswork.
Explore: Social Media ROI
Alison — Working as a Freelance Translator (Certificate of Completion)
Alison — Working as a Freelance Translator (Certificate of Completion)
Awarded: 18 April 2025
Completed a full professional training program on freelance translation, covering linguistic nuance, client management, CAT tools, and project workflow.
Strengthened cultural accuracy and contextual messaging across Japanese–English translation tasks.
Demonstrated mastery with a 100% score, validating high‑level precision and reliability.
The Takeaway: Enhances my localisation skillset — enabling brands to communicate clearly, accurately, and culturally appropriately across borders.
NSW Government — Marketing & Communication Job Simulation (Forage)
NSW Government — Marketing & Communication Job Simulation (Forage)
Completed: April 17, 2025
Developed a structured communication plan for a government advertising campaign.
Wrote an internal staff newsletter, applying clarity, tone control, and stakeholder‑focused messaging.
Strengthened strategic communication skills through real‑world public‑sector tasks.
The Takeaway: Builds practical communication capability — essential for managing campaigns, writing for diverse audiences, and supporting cross‑department brand alignment.
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