Colliers International has announced that Yukihiro Ogasawara has been appointed as Managing Director and Chairman for its Japan business.

Ogasawara brings across more than 40 years of expertise in recruiting teams; sourcing domestic and foreign capital; structuring finance deals; and overseeing the acquisition and management of office, hotel, residential and land developments. 

Based in Tokyo, Ogasawara will be responsible for leading the growth of Colliers’ business in Japan and will be a member of the Asia Executive Team.

At a glance:

• Yukihiro Ogasawara has been appointed as Managing Director and Chairman of Colliers Japan.
• Based in Tokyo, Ogasawara will be responsible for leading the growth of Colliers’ business in Japan and will be a member of the Asia Executive Team.
• Ogasawara brings across more than 40 years of expertise to the role.

John Kenny, Chief Executive Officer, Asia Pacific, said Ogasawara-San's experience in Capital Markets would be particularly relevant to Colliers clients in the region and around the world as they sought opportunity in the post-Covid economy.

“Japan is Colliers’ fastest-growing market and Ogasawara’s expertise will continue accelerating our growth, attract market-leading talent and new client opportunities, and ensure we lead our industry into the future," he said.

“The platform for growth in Japan has been well laid for an enterprising leader of Ogasawara’s ability thanks to Katsuji Tokita, who generated exceptional results as the leader of our Japan business for the past four years.”

“We are pleased to confirm that Tokita will continue with Colliers as Managing Director for Major Projects, working closely with Ogasawara to provide real estate services to multi-national corporations throughout Japan.”

Ogasawara said it was an exciting time to join Colliers as today’s business climate revolutionised the services and solutions of clients.

"I am thrilled to lead such an enterprising organisation that matches the pace of Japan’s dynamic and growing market,” he said.

“I look forward to working with the exceptional team in place and building on our strong track record of success to drive our business forward in the months and years to come.”

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