Currently serving as a Cool Japan Ambassador for the Government of Japan, Benjamin is passionate about building connections between the Cabinet Office and fans of Japan worldwide. He has appeared on a variety of television programs in this role, including NHK’s Tokyo Eye 2020 and Journeys in Japan. Benjamin also serves as a Tourism Ambassador for Tokyo's Nakano Ward. Benjamin often serves as an official for events including national cultural competitions, and has even judged international tournaments of his favorite game, mahjong. He maintains strong ties with many universities which host his regular lectures, including Brown University, Osaka University, and Senshu University.

 

media appearances:

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  • Journeys in Japan - Yanai: Old Town of Goldfish Lanterns
    NHK World

  • Tokyo Eye 2020 - A Martial Arts Tour of Tokyo
    NHK World

  • Tokyo Eye 2020 - Sento: Tokyo’s Amazing Public Baths
    NHK World

  • Tokyo Eye 2020 - Countdown to 2020: Enhancing Tourism with Technology
    NHK World

  • Brand 2020 - Understanding Japan
    Presented with Nancy Snow

  • Myojyowaraku Livestream 2020 - Fukuoka
    Myojyowaraku

  • The key to Japan's tourism recovery: 2023 and beyond
    Nikkei News Plus 9

lectures:

  • Columbia University

  • Brown University

  • The City University of New York

  • Tokyo University

  • Osaka University

  • Kyoto University

  • Senshu University

  • Baruch University

  • Rotary Club of Tokyo West

  • Kamakura City Lifelong Learning Center

  • Chiba University and more…

 

Events officiated:

 

TV

 

Lectures

 
 

Work with Benjamin

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Publications

In addition to appearing on television and participating in lectures, Benjamin works with publishers on a variety of topics.