About
Keep Shining
With over a decade of experience in the gaming industry, our founder has built thriving partnerships, scouted talent, and championed the indie game scene. At Shining Tree Inc., we believe in the transformative potential of games. Guided by this belief, we serve as a bridge between the Japanese and global gaming scenes, fostering diversity and cultural exchange.
We are a staunch advocate for indie developers and a trailblazer for new ways to approach social contribution through gaming. We stand at the forefront of this transformative industry, dedicated to inspiring others to join us in leveraging the power of gaming for social good.
Vision
At Shining Tree, we envision a world where gaming transcends entertainment. We see games as powerful tools for education, innovation, and social contribution. Our mission is to build an inclusive gaming ecosystem that values these elements equally.
In our pursuit of this vision, we promote business literacy in the gaming industry, an often-overlooked but critical area. We believe in empowering industry professionals with the knowledge and resources they need to succeed in a complex business landscape.
Under the concept of 'Play it Forward,' we encourage gaming as a means of social contribution. From innovative fundraising strategies to raising awareness about important causes, we believe in harnessing the power of games to drive positive change.
Word from Founder
CEO
Mike Haruki Yamazaki
At the confluence of creativity and digital innovation, I see a dynamic ecosystem bursting with potential. This landscape of the creative industry, specifically the realm of gaming, serves not merely as a platform for entertainment but as a transformative force that shapes the digital economy, fosters disruptive change, and contributes towards global peace.
In my journey with Shining Tree Inc., I've passionately advocated for the untapped potential of young talent - those creative minds that serve as the driving force for human capital growth and societal well-being. Our goal is to illuminate their path, guiding them to seize the opportunities that the digital economy presents, and aid their transformation into tomorrow's industry leaders.
We've harnessed our international experience, spanning regions as diverse as Europe, Poland, Brazil, Saudi Arabia, and Japan, to build bridges of understanding and collaboration. Through these gateways, we've connected emerging talents with industry veterans, promoted cross-cultural learning, and fostered a shared commitment to driving innovation in the gaming industry.
But we don't stop at gaming - we see it as the catalyst that sparks wider transformation within the creative industry. By highlighting the business aspects of gaming, we're setting the stage for a new narrative around the digital economy, one where creativity meets commerce in a dance of sustainable growth.
Through education and mentorship, we're nurturing a generation of creators and innovators, driving positive change and crafting a future where the digital economy is a force for global good.
Join us on this remarkable journey as we ‘play it forward', shaping a future where creativity, innovation, and social impact go hand in hand. Let's keep shining together!