Akira Amano

Completed Master's program at the Graduate School of Interdisciplinary Information Studies, University of Tokyo (M.A.). Specializes in research, development, and consulting on social media marketing applications and youth trends. Latest book: "Business for the New Generation Emerges from Smartphones: SNS Marketing in the Short Video Era" (2022, Sekai Bunka Publishing). Other publications include "The Psychology of Sharing: 7 Perspectives for Understanding the SNS Information Environment" (2017, Sendenkaigi) and "The History of SNS Evolution: The Future of a Society Connected by 'Likes!'" (2019, East Shinsho). Co-authored numerous works including the "Information Media White Paper," "Advertising White Paper," and "Media Literacy: Cultivating Critical Thinking." Frequently serves as a commentator on economic programs and as a speaker at various events. Part-time lecturer at Meiji Gakuin University (2023–present).