About me

Yosuke's professional experience on both the agency and brand side of the business has taken him across three continents, having served in various roles and projects in Japan, the US, the UK, and Southeast Asia. Before joining Wieden+Kennedy Tokyo, he held Managing Director and Executive Strategy Director positions at R/GA Tokyo, senior strategy positions with Dentsu, Naked Communications, Dentsu, and DDB, leading local and regional planning for multinational automotive, beverage, and FMCG clients, as well as producing exhibitions and music events including the MTV Video Music Awards Japan. Early in his career, he ran the AXE account at BBH Tokyo, where he first learned the art of balancing strategy and creative, as well as the importance of talent development and culture. He also worked at The Coca-Cola (Japan) Company where he was responsible for leading strategy and creative development for the sparkling drinks category.

Currently, Yosuke is taking a Co-President position for the wider Asia Pacific operations for Wieden+Kennedy to build a stronger presence and creative opportunities for the company.