


Top 10 Experiences from Japan Lean Study Trip - May 2018 - #JapanLeanStudyTrip
A vision realized
When I moved to Japan in January 2015…

Japan Gemba Visit: Ashikaga Part 4 - Eco-R, using 5S and kaizen to create a sustainable world and joyful society
As I've written about in earlier posts, last spring I led…

Japan Gemba Visit: Ashikaga Part 3 – Ogura Metal's joyful "5S Theme Park" and Kaizen Spirit
Last spring I led a study trip to the Japanese town of Ashikaga,…

Japan Gemba Visit: Ashikaga Part 2 – Ogura Metal – using 5S and Lean to "bring smiles to all employees & customers"
Earlier this year I led a Lean study trip to the Japanese town…

Japan Gemba Visit: Ashikaga Part 1 - the city that uses 5S to revitalize and bring joy to the community
Most of you have heard of "5S", but have you ever heard of an…

Upcoming Japan Lean 5S Study Trip: "Best of Ashikaga - Lean Management, Rural Winery, Japan's First School and More!
Last year I learned of a town in rural Japan that considers…