Roppongi Times proudly presents 100 Permissions — a special edition honoring those who have given themselves permission to succeed on the world stage. These individuals, especially women from Japan and Asia, embody the courage to say “Yes” to themselves, and through their voices, they bring the beauty of Japanese culture to the world.
Roppongi Times is a media platform dedicated to sharing the unique and inspiring cultures of Japan and Asia with the world — in English.
In Japan, it is often said: “We want the world to know more about the beauty of Japan.”
This sentiment is genuine, and it echoes across conversations, communities, and generations.
However, very few people actually take the next step — to learn English, to speak up, or to express themselves on the global stage. This hesitation remains the biggest reason why the richness of Japanese culture has not yet reached its full global audience.
That is why Roppongi Times exists.
We listen to the voices of ordinary Japanese and Asian people — especially women — and translate their stories into English. We believe that every voice deserves to be heard, and every culture deserves to be celebrated worldwide.
100 Permissions is more than a list.
It is a recognition of those who dared to allow themselves to shine.
They did not wait for approval from others. Instead, they gave themselves permission to succeed, and in doing so, they became bridges between Japan, Asia, and the world.
Because the world doesn’t change only with governments or institutions.
It changes with people — with those who give themselves permission.
