Other President Furuya, the fifth-generation head of the Matsuya founding family (Cambrian Palace) "Cambria Palace" shone a spotlight on the challenges faced by President Furuya, the fifth-generation head of the Matsuya founding family, as he blazes a new trail at the intersection of tradition and innovation. It was really great!
The text carefully depicted the company’s deep respect for the brand’s value, its commitment to always keeping the customer’s perspective in mind, and its dedication to continuing to grow alongside the local community.
Based on “safety and peace of mind” and “credibility and trust,” we blend enduring value with modern innovation to truly embody the concept of “benefit for all three parties.”
At the end, Ryu Murakami described it as “modest charm.”
A charm that cannot be measured by numbers alone—one that is imbued with humanity and thoughtful consideration. I sense this in email exchanges, in the atmosphere at board meetings, and in conversations with employees.
I've come to like Matsuya even more.
Professor, Keio University; Ph.D. (Policy and Media)
Director, B Lab
Chairperson, Learning of Tomorrow (General Incorporated Association)
Chairperson, CANVAS
After graduating from the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Tokyo, he served as a visiting researcher at the MIT Media Lab before founding the NPO CANVAS and the Learning of Tomorrow Association, a General Incorporated Association, and assuming the role of representative. He serves as an outside director for Matsuya Co., Ltd., Fuji Media Holdings, Inc., and Digital Garage, Inc.
He has served on various government committees, including the Information and Communications Council of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, as well as the NHK Central Broadcasting Program Council. He also serves as a director of the Digital Signage Consortium, among other roles. He holds a Ph.D. in Policy and Media.
His publications include *Turning On Children’s Creativity!*, *What Are Smart Kids Doing on Their Smartphones?*, *The Forefront of Online Education in Japan: Considering Learning in the Post-COVID Era*,“What Is Programming Education? 45 Questions Parents Want to Know,” and “Declaration on Digital Education.” He has also provided supervision for numerous works, including “Ah, I See! Programming Education for Parents and Children Through Manga.”
