Singapore: Your talent launchpad from Japan to the world (by Pasona)

With nearly 20 years of experience in Japan and Singapore, Misaki Morimura has been providing comprehensive HR solutions to Japanese companies, supporting their business expansion and workforce management needs.

She has been with Pasona Singapore Pte. Ltd. since 2011, taking on leadership roles in various HR initiatives, not only in recruitment and staffing services but also in pioneering new business areas such as HR advisory, corporate training, and outsourcing solutions. Her extensive expertise enables her to offer strategic HR consulting, ensuring Japanese companies navigate Singapore’s regulatory landscape and build effective talent strategies.

As a specialist in supporting Japanese businesses entering the Singapore market, Morimura provides expert guidance on recruitment, employment regulations, and HR best practices. Her deep understanding of both Japanese corporate culture and Singapore’s business environment makes her a trusted advisor for companies seeking to establish and expand their presence in the region.

Born and raised in Singapore with 24 years of residency, Miki Tokunaga is fluent in both Japanese and English.

After graduating from a university in Kobe, she began her career in a major Japanese telecommunications company, focusing on web page optimisation and call center data analysis. Returning to Singapore in 2018, she gained experience in HR and labor management for expatriates at a Japanese trading company, facilitated business connections at a Japanese coworking space, and supported Japanese clients at a U.S. startup in the video DX sector.

In October 2023, Tokunaga joined Pasona Singapore, where she is responsible for sales in recruitment services and delivering comprehensive HR solutions. With her diverse background, she provides strategic HR solutions that effectively bridge cultural and business needs.