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Nalini Biniam
Nalini Biniam’s experiences across different countries and creative spaces bring her a unique perspective on Japan’s lifestyle and culture. Her diverse passions range from music production and filmmaking to hair styling and overall health.
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Nalini Biniam’s experiences across different countries and creative spaces bring her a unique perspective on Japan’s lifestyle and culture. Her diverse passions range from music production and filmmaking to hair styling and overall health.
Stories by Nalini Biniam
InterviewHana Himura, CEO of OTO: spreading Japanese traditional crafts to the world
How is one startup building the bridge between centuries-old Japanese master artisans and the global marketplace? In this interview, we sit down with Hana, founder and CEO of OTO, to go in-depth on how she is scaling traditional Japanese craftsmanship globally. From navigating complex supplier relationships with rural artisans to building a modern B2B platform for international buyers, Hana breaks down what it takes to turn cultural heritage into a sustainable global business.
Jul 28, 2026
InsightContent Tokyo event report: where art meets tech
This year’s Content Tokyo took place from June 17th to June 19th at Tokyo Big Sight, bringing together the worlds of art & graphic design with a slew of technologies such as AR/VR and blockchain. Read about some of the highlights of our visit!
Jun 30, 2026