Issei Morita is a Senior Vice President at The Asia Group, based in Tokyo. Issei brings over two decades of high-level experience spanning geopolitical risk advisory, asset management, and financial journalism. Prior to joining The Asia Group, Issei was a Director at Eurasia Group, a leading geopolitical risk advisory firm. As the highest-ranking professional on […]
Akihiro Tsuchiya is a senior advisor at The Asia Group, based in Japan. A former senior official at Japan’s Ministry of Finance (MOF), he brings over three decades of leadership experience in international finance, economic security, and macroeconomic policy. Before joining The Asia Group in January 2026, he served as Director-General of MOF’s International Bureau
David Boling is Managing Director for Japan at The Asia Group, based in Tokyo. He brings thirty years of experience from senior positions with the U.S government, non-profit organizations, and private sector businesses. As Deputy Assistant U.S. Trade Representative for Japan during the Obama, Trump and Biden administrations, David negotiated Japan-related provisions on agriculture and
Yuki Kurihara is an Associate with The Asia Group based in Tokyo. Yuki provides thoughtful analysis of geopolitical and security policy trends in the Indo-Pacific region, especially on Japan’s evolving defense policy, to assist client success in the Japanese market. Prior to joining The Asia Group, Yuki worked in London at the International Institute for Strategic
Hana Anderson is an Associate in The Asia Group’s Japan practice, where she supports clients with analysis on foreign and defense policy, emerging technologies, digital services, and life sciences. Prior to joining The Asia Group, Hana held roles across government, think tanks, and industry. As a government affairs intern at Tokyo Electron’s Washington D.C. Office, she
Michael J. Gigante is a Washington, D.C.–based Associate at The Asia Group, where he focuses on the firm’s Japan portfolio. He provides clients clear strategic insights and practical guidance for navigating Japan’s business and regulatory terrain. Prior to joining The Asia Group, Michael worked as a researcher and consultant focused on Japanese domestic politics and
Eriko Stronach is a Senior Associate at The Asia Group. Based in Washington, DC, Eriko helps clients navigate Japan’s complex regulatory and policy landscape and provides insightful analysis on geocommercial and market trends in key industries in Japan with a focus on advanced and emerging technologies. Prior to joining The Asia Group, Eriko worked in
Yuka Hayashi is a Senior Vice President at The Asia Group and a member of the firm’s Japan Practice. Leveraging decades of experience as a journalist in Japan and the United States, Yuka oversees the team’s research and analytical work across the Washington and Tokyo offices. She ensures that clients receive top-quality advice and cutting-edge
Grace Sayuri Ahearn is a Tokyo-based Senior Associate in The Asia Group’s Japan practice, where she supports clients by providing in-depth analysis and advice on political, regulatory, and geostrategic issues in Japan. Prior to joining The Asia Group, Grace was a Senior Policy Analyst at Sumitomo Corporation of Americas’ Washington DC office, where she worked
Chitrali Parashar is an Associate working with The Asia Group’s India and Japan practices, where she provides in-depth analysis of the political and technology landscapes in both countries. She advises clients on emerging market and regulatory trends, working at the intersection of two of Asia’s most dynamic economies. Before joining The Asia Group, Chitrali interned
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