by Ferry Bayu | Oct 2, 2023 | Business
KAMI Japanese Body Therapy is Seeking Devoted People to Join Our Team
KAMI, a traditional Japanese body therapy specialist store with over a decade of experience, is expanding its presence in Malaysia and seeking to diversify its clientele. While most of its customers are Japanese, the organization is determined to attract a more diverse customer base. To achieve this, they are recruiting full-time Social and Marketing Specialists proficient in English, Chinese, and Malay.
These specialists will use social media platforms like Instagram and 小红书 to increase brand awareness and attract new customers. They will also be able to learn and promote Japanese-style body therapy while providing exceptional customer service. This includes understanding and explaining the therapy to customers, implementing marketing strategies, maintaining a clean workspace, and managing customer feedback and appointments.
KAMI is looking for candidates who are passionate about Japanese-style body therapy and have a friendly and sociable personality. Proficiency in English and Chinese (Mandarin) is essential, and basic computer skills are required. The organization values motivation, creativity, adaptability, and a willingness to learn. Knowledge of the Japanese language and culture is a significant plus.
The salary for this position ranges from RM 3000 to RM 3500, with potential increases based on experience and Japanese language proficiency. Upon reaching proficiency in body therapy techniques, salaries can increase further. If you are interested in this opportunity, you can find more information about KAMI and their services on their website and social media profiles. To apply, please submit your resume and a photo. KAMI looks forward to working with individuals who share their commitment to providing high-quality Japanese-style body therapy to both Japanese and local customers.
“KAMI” is a traditional Japanese body therapy specialist store that offers traditional Japanese “seitai” techniques. With over 10 years of experience, we have provided top-level “seitai” to over 500,000 customers in Japan. We have opened “KAMI,” a KLCC store, and a Bangsar store in Malaysia. However, our actual condition and challenge are that there are only a few local customers, and the majority of the customers are Japanese.
Our organisation is looking to diversify our staff members and introduce our specialty to people from other cultural backgrounds. Concurrently, we are also committed to promoting localization by recruiting local staff, who will play a pivotal role in the management and growth of KAMI. Furthermore, expanding our exposure is of great importance, given that all of our existing promotional materials on social media platforms are presently exclusively in Japanese.
With that being said, KAMI is presently extending an official invitation to potential full-time Social and Marketing Specialists who possess proficiency in English, Chinese, and Malay, inviting them to become integral members of our team as we work towards realising our objectives of cultivating a diversified business.
The job description is that you will work passionately to promote our traditional Japanese body therapy in the local market through sales and marketing efforts that will primarily involve using social media platforms (Instagram, 小红书) to increase our brand awareness and attract new customers.
After joining, you will receive our body therapy techniques and learn basic treatment methods.
Workers who join us will have the opportunity to understand and explain accurate information about Japanese-style body therapy to customers, allowing them to provide a seamless and informative experience. Additionally, they will receive training in Japanese hospitality so that every customer encounter is one of genuine warmth and courtesy. In addition to this, you will learn to develop and implement effective marketing strategies aimed at acquiring new customers and increasing revenue, contributing to the overall success of the business.
Furthermore, you will be expected to maintain a clean and organised workspace, fostering a welcoming and hygienic environment for both customers and colleagues. Lastly, you will be responsible for managing accurate records of customer feedback and appointment schedules, enabling us to continuously improve and tailor our services to better meet our customers’ needs, preferences, and timetables for appointments.
We are looking for individuals who are passionate about learning Japanese-style body therapy and dedicated to promoting our high-quality techniques in the local market. Whether you are a fresh graduate or someone with prior experience, if you hold a degree, you are welcome to join us.
In addition to your enthusiasm for body therapy, we’re seeking candidates interested in social media marketing and eager to gain practical experience in this field. Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, will be beneficial for this role.
Proficiency in both written and spoken English and Chinese (Mandarin) is required, as effective communication is essential in our customer-oriented environment. You should also be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate our customers’ needs.
A friendly and sociable personality is highly valued, as is a strong sense of motivation, creativity, and a hunger for growth. We encourage a willingness to learn with a student mentality, as well as adaptability and the ability to step out of your comfort zone.
Moreover, if you are passionate about learning the Japanese language and culture, it would be a significant asset, as it aligns with our commitment to providing an authentic Japanese-style experience to our customers.
Salary Range
RM 3000- 3500 (depending on experience; up to +RM 1000 for Japanese language proficiency)
Promotion opportunities
After acquiring proficiency in Japanese-style body therapy techniques and reaching the level to provide services to customers, the salary will be increased to RM3,500–4,000. Additionally, for those who are currently not proficient in Japanese, as you learn and reach a certain level of proficiency, your salary will increase accordingly.
For more details about KAMI and our services, please visit the following links:
• https://kami-jptherapy.my/
• Instagram: @kami_jptherapy
• Facebook: KAMI-Japanese Body Therapy
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity and meet the requirements, please send us your resume and attached photo. We look forward to working together with you to provide high-quality Japanese-style body therapy to more Japanese and local customers!
About Credi Malaysia
Founded in February 2023, Credi Malaysia is a body care consulting and advisory company that aims to help everyone lead a culturally healthy life.
With services in Malaysia, Japan and the United States, we have accepted more than 500,000 customers for more than 10 years.
The company operates KAMI, which aims to solve the root cause of symptoms by adjusting the skeleton and muscles with its unique technology,
and enables people to adjust their natural healing power and autonomic nerves. In addition, we are always offering new information and new solutions for health.
Toshinori Murakami
Mail: tm*******@***********co.jp
Tel: +60 11 1205 8754
by Ferry Bayu | Oct 2, 2023 | Business
ChatGPT can now search for data on the internet
The generative AI platform ChatGPT can now fetch data directly from the internet and gather up-to-date information in real-time, its creator OpenAI said Wednesday, in a major milestone for the software.
Until now, ChatGPT’s responses to user queries were based on a vast database, which did not contain information from after August 2021.
“ChatGPT can now browse the internet to provide you with current and authoritative information, complete with direct links to sources,” OpenAI said in a post on X, formerly Twitter. “It is no longer limited to data before September 2021.”
It also said that the latest feature would allow sites to control how ChatGPT interacts with them.
OpenAI launched the update for its paying subscribers in June, but suspended it after users managed to bypass paywalls on internet content.
The feature, dubbed “Browse with Bing”, is also reserved for paying subscribers of ChatGPT Plus and Enterprise services, but OpenAI said it would soon be available to all users.
OpenAI partner Microsoft already offers Bing Chat, an integration of GPT-4, the language model used to develop ChatGPT, with its internet search engine, as does Google with its conversational robot Bard.
ChatGPT will provide direct sources alongside its responses, which will no longer be based on the single database the program’s publisher controls.
by Ferry Bayu | Oct 2, 2023 | Business
Honda celebrates 50 years in PH with new BeAT, limited edition Click
Honda Philippines, Inc. has celebrated its 50 years in the Philippines by launching a limited edition of the Honda Click125.
HPI celebrated its anniversary at Market! Market! in Taguig, unveiling the 50th Anniversary bike that features the signature Honda Tri-color accents highlighted by brand new decals and more refined front and body details.
The special edition Honda Click sports a Pearl Arctic White color, Sports-Style muffler, and Matte Grizzly Brown color cast wheels. It also has an 18-liter luggage box that offers practicality to its rider.
Also launched on the same night is the newest incarnation of the Honda BeAT.
The new Honda BeAT is now available in three variants: the Playful, the Premium and the Limited Edition. Each variant has its own color scheme and new design elements.
The Playful variant comes in eye-catching colors: Fighting Red, Pearl Sylvestris Gray, Pearl Nightfall Blue, and Clipper Yellow colors. 
On the other hand, the Premium comes with a new 3D emblem and gold color cast wheel is available in Pearl Arctic White. It also has an easy to read Semi-Digital Meter Panel.
The All-New BeAT Limited Edition, meanwhile, was introduced to mark the occasion. It features a Pearl Arctic White color, new accents, and a front position 50th Anniversary logo.
The All-New BeAT variants are priced as follows: P71,400 for the Playful, P72,400 for the Premium and P74,400 for the 50th Anniversary Limited Edition.
On the other hand, The Click125 50th Anniversary Limited Edition is pegged at P83,900.
“2023 is a significant year for HPI since we are celebrating our 50th anniversary as manufacturing company in the Philippines. As committed, we always bring the joy of mobility to every Filipinos and Honda never stops in creating and providing top quality products especially to the young market,” said Sayaka Arai HPI President.
“We are proud to announce that these new models are locally manufactured here in Honda factory in Batangas to further cater the increasing demand of Filipino customers and strengthen the brand position of Honda as the leading motorcycle manufacturer in the country.”
by Ferry Bayu | Sep 29, 2023 | Business
Takumi International Forms Business Partnership in Malaysia’s EC Site Industry
TK International Sdn Bhd, a comprehensive marketing company based near Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia, is pleased to announce its business partnership with Takumi International Sdn Bhd, a retail business operating in Malaysia, to promote and support the sales of Japanese traditional crafts and apparel in the Southeast Asian market through EC sites.
Supporting Cross-Border E-Commerce Sales of Japanese Traditional Crafts and Apparel
Many countries in Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, have witnessed a rapid expansion of the e-commerce market, where consumers make purchases online through EC sites and social media platforms. On the other hand, Japanese traditional crafts and similar products have had limited exposure online, with their historical background, traditions, and product values being relatively less showcased in the international market.
Hence, through this partnership, Takumi International aims to introduce the appeal of these Japanese products to the Southeast Asian market in languages such as English and Chinese and to expand into new markets through sales on EC sites. TK International will provide technical support for cross-border e-commerce and offer digital marketing strategies, supporting international success from a technical perspective.
Opening of an EC Site with Kimono as the First Step
As the inaugural step of this partnership, we are delighted to announce the launch of a new EC site with “kimono” as the central theme. This kimono-themed site offers a wide range of products, including hijabs made from Japanese kimono fabrics and fashion accessories, all produced in Japan. We aim to provide products that blend Japanese culture with Malaysian fashion trends.

Access to the kimono site is as follows:Takumi International’s Kimono Site https://kimono.com.my/
TK International, based in Kuala Lumpur, specializes in digital marketing services such as website development, SEO optimization, online advertising management, and e-commerce site creation. With over 50 successful multilingual website projects, TK International is well-equipped to leverage its experience and achievements to support Takumi International in its international market expansion efforts and assist in establishing an effective digital presence.
Being based in Malaysia, Takumi International benefits from its multicultural and diverse perspective to discover the appeal of Japanese products from a fresh angle. We are committed to bridging language and cultural gaps, helping convey the charm of Japanese products to Malaysia and the world at large.The partnership between TK International and Takumi International aims to introduce the value of Japanese traditional crafts and apparel to the people of Southeast Asia and strive for success in new markets.For detailed information and updates regarding this partnership, please visit our website or refer to our press releases.
■About TK International Sdn. Bhd.
Incorporated in 2014, TK International is an MSC-status Japanese IT consultancy and solution provider based in Malaysia. Together with our partners, we help our clients achieve digital transformation. Our focus areas are Internet of Things (IoT), Cloud Services, Digital Marketing and Business Process Outsourcing (BPO). For more information, please visit our website at https://tk-international.com/
Company name: TK International Sdn.Bhd. (1088406-U)
Registration Number: 201401012326 (1088406-U)
Founded: April 9, 2014
Address: B-8-02, Capital 2, Oasis Square, No. 2, Jalan PJU 1A / 7A,Oasis Damansara, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Representative: Shingo Abe, Managing Director, and CEO
Web: https://tk-international.com/ja/
Media: https://connection.com.my/
Business content: Malaysia-based comprehensive IT service provider
- Business consulting
– Cloud service
– IoT solution
– Digital marketing
– Inside sales
■ About Takumi International Sdn Bhd
Takumi Corporation is a Malaysian-based retail company specializing in importing high-quality Japanese products and traditional crafts, with a mission to convey the excellence of Japan to Malaysia.
Registration Number:201801025323 (1287343-U)Company
Name:Takumi International Sdn. Bhd.
Founded:July 16, 2018Address:B-8-02, Capital 2, Oasis Square, No. 2, Jalan PJU 1A/7A,Oasis Damansara, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Representative:Managing Director Wan Amirul Hakim
Web: https://www.takumi.com.my/
EC-Site: https://kimono.com.my/
Business Activities: Retail through E-commerce
– International Business Consulting
– Online Promotion Planning and Production
– E-commerce Utilization Consulting
– Online Store Development
– Online Exhibition Platforms
– Export Services
Incorporated in 2014, TK International is an MSC-status Japanese IT consultancy and solution provider based in Malaysia. Together with our partners, we help our clients achieve digital transformation. Our focus areas are Internet of Things (IoT), Cloud Services, Digital Marketing and Business Process Outsourcing (BPO). For more information, please visit our website at https://tk-international.com/
TK International Sdn.Bhd.
Person in charge: Shingo Abe (Supported languages: Japanese / English)
TEL:+60 18-387-5096
MAIL:cl***@**************al.com
Takumi International Sdn. Bhd.
Person in charge:Wan Amirul Hakim (Supported languages: Japanese / English)
TEL:+ (303) – 345 – 5765
MAIL:am****@********om.my
by Ferry Bayu | Sep 29, 2023 | Business
35 years of transformation with Aboitiz Foundation
Today marks the 35th anniversary of Aboitiz Foundation’s work in co-creating resilient, empowered, and sustainable communities. In the Aboitiz Group’s journey to become the Philippines’ first techglomerate, Aboitiz Foundation represents what lies at the heart of this Great Transformation: People. The Foundation optimizes the synergies of Aboitiz business units and its partners nationwide to create more value for its beneficiaries, its communities, and the environment.
The Group’s commitment to corporate citizenship traces back to over a century ago when its founder, Don Ramon Aboitiz, began his corporate philanthropy efforts to better the welfare of his employees. Founded in 1988, Aboitiz Foundation has evolved beyond traditional charity, harnessing innovation to drive change and shape the future of underserved communities. With investments totaling more than PHP5 billion, Aboitiz Foundation has partnered with some 600,000 individuals and institutional partners and implemented over 5,000 corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects.
FUTURE LEADERS
Over the years, Aboitiz Foundation has provided resources, facilities, and scholarships to Filipino students and young professionals, especially those in remote areas who have less access. The Foundation made a US$10 million donation to the Asian Institute of Management (AIM) for the Aboitiz School of Innovation, Technology & Entrepreneurship (ASITE) to help address the demand for talent in data science in the country through world-class teaching and research. The Foundation is also onboarding partners to scale Aurora PH, a project that aims to provide access to electricity, internet connectivity, and digital tools to accelerate the learning of students in last-mile schools. Focusing on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) and entrepreneurial fields, the Foundation’s aims aim to empower the nation’s future leaders with opportunities to drive change for the generations to come.
ENTERPRISE & JOBS
In an ever-changing economic landscape, Aboitiz Foundation adopts an agile approach in its development programs. It finds ways to leverage technology to upskill Filipinos so they can excel in the digital economy. In 2022, over 6,000 beneficiaries, including MSMEs and cooperatives, received support and training through the foundation’s programs. Byaheng Digiskarte equips MSMEs and micro-entrepreneurs with the digital tools and skills they need to successfully grow their businesses. Similarly, the Elevate AIDA (Artificial Intelligence and Data Annotation) program provides data annotation and other technical training for homemakers and mothers that will enable them to earn a living while taking care of their families. With these new capabilities, more and more Filipinos can shape the future for themselves and their communities.

CLIMATE ACTION
Since its inception, Aboitiz Foundation has been committed to protect the environment. The Foundation has invested in sites such as the Aboitiz Cleanergy Park, which serves as a sanctuary for endangered wildlife, built entirely of recycled materials. Last year, Cleanergy Park released some 8,000 hawksbill turtle hatchlings and planted more than 19,000 mangroves. A-Park is another nationwide project towards reforestation and nature-based carbon capture solutions. The Foundation also works with various government, academic, and non-profit partners to implement systems that will develop more climate-resilient, climate-smart communities.
This journey over the years has been guided by an emphasis on the “S” in ESG, in which Aboitiz Foundation takes a people-centric approach and pairs with technology-driven solutions to drive positive change. As Aboitiz Foundation forges ahead, it carries a renewed commitment to expand flagship programs, foster global collaborations, and harness innovation to continue transforming — all in its unwavering mission to shape a brighter future for its communities, and for the nation.
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