From earning my Ph.D. at the Graduate School of Economics, University of Tokyo in 2000, to my current status as an expert in labor economics, my journey has been one of continuous exploration and discovery. With a steadfast focus on empirical research, I've immersed myself in unraveling the intricacies of Japanese labor markets, probing into the very mechanisms that shape its dynamics.

Over the years, my investigations have traversed a vast landscape of topics, from meticulously tracing the evolution of labor dynamics since the 1980s to dissecting the economic ramifications of regulatory frameworks, such as dismissal regulations. These endeavors have not only shed light on the complex interplay between standard and non-standard employment but have also unearthed invaluable insights into long-term employment trends, wage disparities, and organizational practices. My findings have found a home in academic journals, where they have contributed significantly to the discourse in labor economics, both nationally and internationally.

In 2017, the culmination of my research efforts manifested in the Japanese book 'Seiki-no Sekai, Hiseiki-no Sekai' (Standard World, Non-Standard World), a work that not only encapsulated years of dedicated inquiry but also earned me the distinguished 58th Mainichi Economist Prize. Subsequently, in 2020, the Japan Academy bestowed upon me the prestigious 110th Japan Academy Prize, recognizing the collective impact of my research portfolio on the advancement of labor economics. Additionally, the Japanese Economic Association honored me with the Ishikawa Prize, affirming the profound influence of my contributions on the field.