Over the years, many outstanding people have paved the way for our 150 year long history of friendship.
Looking forward, a new generation of Japanese and Swedes hold the torch.
We have gathered 10 people who in their own unique ways tie our countries closer together.
We call them our Pioneers For the Future – please meet them here!

Manga artist and cartoonist

Sushi apprentice

Illustrator and Instagrammer

Founder and CEO of NärCon

Travel writer and entrepreneur

Japanese Tea Instructor

Floorball player

Rakugo performer

TV presenter and journalist

Visual Kei-artist and music entrepreneur