The Top Japanese Influencers for 2021

Who are the influencers to follow in Japan in 2021? In this post, we will introduce the YouTube, Instagram and TikTok influencers with the highest rankings in Japan. Even if you’re a brand looking for less costly influencers to start your next inspiring campaign, you first need to know the Japanese mega influencers and understand […]

4 Japanese Influencer Marketing examples for beauty products

Japan is one of the largest markets for cosmetic and personal care products around the world. In addition, the market value is increasing year on year which makes Japan an excellent market for beauty companies. However, due to Covid-19 people are staying at home longer than before, wear masks when going outside, and have fewer […]

9 types of Japanese female “Otaku” you should know

Japanese game Otaku

Historically, the term “Otaku” (nerd) has been associated with a negative image, often seen as anti-social and unfashionable. Otaku are individuals who show an intense passion for specific hobbies, fields, or genres. Since 2000, the definition has broadened beyond its initial association with anime, Incorporating a diverse range of interests as part of Otaku culture. […]

Tokyo Influencers fashion map

Japanese influencers are well know for their fashion sense, but what is not so well known is that many areas for Tokyo have their own style. So let’s take a look at the fashion styles for Japanese influencers based on the region of Tokyo’s they represent. Marunouchi (丸の内) Marunouchi is an area where many banks […]

Top 10 Japanese Male Influencers on Instagram for 2020.

Instagram is extremely popular in Japan and has many influencers on the platform. In this article we highlight 10 of the most popular male instagram influencers in Japan for 2020. The list has a whole range of influencers from comedians to actors and musicians. Tomohisa Yamashita 4.2 million followers Also widely known as Yamapi, Tomohisa […]

5 influential Japanese women breaking stereotypes

Idol girl groups like AKB48 and Momoiro Kuroba have become a social phenomenon in Japan, the “ideal Japanese woman” in Japan is often seen as an adorable, fashionable, soft-spoken and organised woman. However despite the Kawaii (cute) culture, some women are breaking new ground and redefining what it means to be a Japanese woman in […]

Top Beauty Brand Marketing Campaigns in Japan

In Japan, social media platforms like YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, and Instagram are important tools for the marketing of beauty and cosmetics. Combined with Japanese influencer marketing, social media can help give your brand quickly gain traction in Japan. According to a report by Euromonitor International, the Japanese beauty and personal care market is valued […]

Hottest male influencers in Japan 2019

Japanese magazine ViVi, one of the Asia’s top fashion magazines targeting teens and young women, recently revealed their annual ‘Top 10 Hottest Guy Ranking in Japan’.  It’s the easiest way to see what kind of looks younger Japanese girls are attracted too. We’ve picked those that have popular instagram accounts and are influencers in Japan, […]

Modern Japanese influencer beauty trends

Instagram is one of the most popular social media platforms in Japan and it’s very popular for Japanese users to communicate within the Fashion and Beauty industries. Instagram has become part of the younger generation’s daily life. By looking at Instagram buzzwords, you can easily get an idea of modern Japanese influencer beauty trends in […]

Japanese Influencer Marketing Trends for 2018

In Japan many companies are already using social media such as Facebook, Twitter, LINE and Instagram for marketing purposes. In 2018 using influencer marketing is a strategy more and more Japanese companies are implementing alongside their social media strategy. Consumers are exposed to over 10,000 messages from brands every day according to IE School of […]