Kyoto, Japan –– January 5, 2026 –– Egon Zehnder, the world’s premier leadership advisory and executive search firm, today announced the opening of its newest office in Kyoto, Japan. This expansion complements the firm’s long-standing Tokyo presence and reflects its commitment to supporting leaders in one of Japan’s most dynamic and innovative regions.
Koshiro Miyake, a consultant at Egon Zehnder in the new Kyoto office, said: “ Opening an office in Western Japan opens meaningful opportunities for both Egon Zehnder and the broader business community. This region is flourishing with a distinct identity and rich pool of talent that is enhancing the brand of the city itself. We are excited to be a part of this ecosystem.”
Kyoto and the broader Kansai region are recognized as hubs for advanced manufacturing, technology, life sciences, and academic excellence, alongside a rich cultural heritage. With this new office, Egon Zehnder will deepen its collaboration with organizations across these sectors, guiding them to align strategy, governance, and talent for sustained performance and impact.
In addition to advising clients on CEO succession, board effectiveness, and leadership development, Egon Zehnder’s Kyoto office will engage the broader business community by fostering dialogue around emerging challenges and opportunities—reinforcing the firm’s global mission to elevate leadership as a force for positive change across business and society.
To learn more about Egon Zehnder and the leadership advisory services offered in Japan and beyond, visit www.egonzehnder.com.
About Egon Zehnder
About Egon Zehnder
Egon Zehnder is the world’s premier leadership advisory and executive search firm, inspiring leaders to navigate complex questions with human answers. We help organizations get to the heart of their leadership challenges and offer honest feedback and insights to help leaders realize their true potential.
Our 600 consultants across 70 offices in 36 countries are former industry and functional leaders who collaborate seamlessly to deliver the full power of the Firm to every client, every time. We believe that together we can transform people, organizations, and the world through leadership.
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