Seasons of Change: Trusting your timing and embracing growth

In this episode, Kayo Hattori, Investor & Co-Founder of Global Women Founders shares her cross-cultural journey from Osaka to Paris navigating the transitions between corporate life, entrepreneurship, and personal growth.

Guided by the Japanese concept of Hanami, the fleeting beauty of cherry blossoms, she reflects on how to pause amid uncertainty, trust the timing of your own path, and find meaning in each season of change.

Through her story, we are reminded that growth is not about speed, but presence — and that every encounter, as the Japanese say ichigo ichie, is a moment to be fully lived.

References and Inspirations Mentioned in This Episode

• Quote: “Success isn’t about how fast you move, but about the openness you have. Don’t ever underestimate people or yourself.”

• Quote: Ichigo Ichie (一期一会) – A Japanese expression meaning “one time, one meeting”, reminding us that every encounter is unique and should be cherished.

• Global Women Founders: https://www.globalwomenfounders.com
  

Credits

Concept creation: SAWA Journey

Host: Samia Jamai

Production: ZERO TO ONE Productions

Studio: J-Wave Tokyo Studio

Digital partner: Maxima Group

Theme music (licensed via Slipstream Music):

• Happening Now by Zaphod and the Hearts of Gold

• Givers and Takers by Lt FitzGibbons Men

  
  

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