Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu has revealed a new mission that will take him nearly 6,000 km away to Japan, where he plans to build partnerships with small and mid-sized companies in rural regions and connect them with businesses in small-town and rural India.
In a post on X, Vembu said he would travel to Japan to explore partnerships with companies that have preserved traditional manufacturing skills and craftsmanship.
"I am heading to Japan tomorrow. The agenda is to partner with small to mid-sized companies in small town Japan and bring them to small town and rural India," he wrote.
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Vembu said the initiative seeks to restore India's tradition of skilled craftsmanship, referring to the Tamil term "Aasaari" and the Sanskrit word "Vishwakarma." He noted that many smaller companies in rural Japan continue to uphold these values and have built global expertise in industries that demand precision and intricate craftsmanship.
"Japanese are world leaders in areas that require intricate craftsmanship," he said.
