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Japan has gained its momentum for a more exuberant economy to make up for the lost economic stimuli that should have achieved in 2020. Thanks to foreign demands for goods and the deal signed with RCEP, this rebounce could mark the banner year for Japan once again, no more postponement of the Olympic Games. For the Japanese industry, notably some top-notch companies, adapting and innovating are cores to tide over the straits. Fujio Mitarai, Canon’s chairman, has come through the short-term uncertainty by using the strategies from a long-term lens, along with expanding other equipment arms. Similarly, Yuzaburo Mogi, a bigwig in Kikkoman, has faith in the flexible and resilient operating credo can better serve a collective and innovative company.