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Highlights from Kawaii Group events, partnerships, and community moments across Bangladesh and Japan.

August–September 2026Japan Visit

Japanese Business Leaders Visit Kawaii Group

A distinguished delegation from Japan visited Kawaii Group in Bangladesh — strengthening diplomatic ties, business partnerships, and Japan–Bangladesh collaboration.

Kawaii Group CEO Dewan Samir welcomed former Parliamentary Vice-Minister Naoki Kazama, &CREATE President Osamu Uemura, and Taku Suzuki & Co. CEO Takuya Suzuki. The visit included an official welcome at the Kawaii Group office and an industry tour to HA-MEEM Group.

Moments from the welcome ceremony, executive meetings, and the HA-MEEM Group industry visit. Click any photo to view full size.

WelcomeOfficial Welcome CeremonyKawaii Group Office, Dhaka

The Japanese delegation is welcomed with flowers and flags of Japan and Bangladesh at the Kawaii Group reception.

Executive MeetingNaoki KazamaFormer Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs · CEO, National Brains Co., Ltd.

With Kawaii Group CEO Dewan Samir — a diplomatic and business exchange focused on Japan–Bangladesh partnership.

PartnershipOsamu UemuraPresident, &CREATE Co., Ltd. · Associated with STRICT Co., Ltd. · Osaka, Japan

Meeting with Kawaii Group CEO Dewan Samir to explore joint-venture and collaboration opportunities.

PartnershipTakuya SuzukiCEO, Taku Suzuki & Co., Ltd. · Osaka, Japan

Business dialogue with Kawaii Group CEO Dewan Samir at the Japan–Bangladesh joint-venture headquarters.

Industry VisitHA-MEEM Group VisitWelcome to HA-MEEM Group

The Japanese visiting delegation tours HA-MEEM Group facilities as part of the industry and partnership program.

Delegation & Hosts

  • Dewan SamirCEOKawaii Group

    Host of the Japan visiting delegation.

  • Naoki KazamaFormer Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign AffairsRepresentative Director & CEO, National Brains Co., Ltd.

    Executive profile visit with Kawaii Group leadership.

  • Osamu UemuraPresident&CREATE Co., Ltd. · Associated company STRICT Co., Ltd. · Osaka

    Business partnership discussions with Dewan Samir.

  • Takuya SuzukiCEOTaku Suzuki & Co., Ltd. · Osaka

    Executive meeting at Kawaii Group Japan–Bangladesh joint venture.

Keynote Address
17–18 August 2026BIM Seminar

BIM Technology & Construction DX Seminar and MoU Signing

Kawaii Group Japan hosted a seminar on Building Information Modelling (BIM) — Technology & Construction DX, bringing together industry leaders, partners, and guests to advance digital construction collaboration.

The program featured keynote remarks from Dewan Samir, CEO of Kawaii Group BD, followed by a Memorandum of Understanding signing ceremony with distinguished guests from Bangladesh and Japan.

Watch the BIM Seminar

Guests & Leadership

  • Dewan SamirCEO, Kawaii Group BD
  • Biswas Jahangir AlamMember of Parliament, Narail-1
  • Toshiro KanSenior Architect and Advisor
  • Md Habib Ullah BabulPresident, Dhanmondi Club & Prominent Business Personality; Chairman & CEO, A2Z Global Solution; Vice Chairman, Kawaii TREDMIG Training Institute (KTTI)
  • Md. ShafiuddinManaging Director, KTTI
  • Dr. Shunsuke SomeyaBIM & Construction DX Speaker

Earlier Highlights

17–18 August 2026

Kawaii Group-Bureau of Manpower Employment and Training (BMET) MOU Signing Ceremony

BMET partnered with Kawaii Group to enhance workforce readiness for Japan's Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) program. Kawaii Group's extensive experience and strong presence in Japan make it a key player in facilitating smooth migration and employment for Bangladeshi workers.

17–18 August 2026

Japanese Food and Traditional Green Tea Ceremony

On February 21st, International Mother Language Day, Achieve Japan hosted a Japanese Food and Traditional Green Tea Ceremony attended by Japan Foundation representatives including Ms. Kyoko Takemoto, Mr. Okubo, Mr. Kasai, and officials from JF KC in Osaka. Students demonstrated Japanese culinary traditions and cultural values. Discussions covered Bangladesh's current Japanese language training landscape, the impact of enhanced teacher training methods, IRODORI materials' significance, and strategic approaches to SSW program advancement. The Japan Foundation pledged comprehensive support for Achieve Japan's development initiatives.

17–18 August 2026

Kawaii Group-Egrowth Inc. MOU Signing Ceremony

On December 17th, during the Japan Day event organized by BASIS: Japan Desk, Kawaii Advanced Technology & Solution Ltd participated as a Gold Sponsor. As part of the event, the company signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Egrowth, aiming to create new opportunities in IT engineer training and job placement. This collaboration marks a step forward in strengthening global tech talent exchange and workforce development.