We Assist, Nurture and Connect the people in the global society
Our Motto
Giggle and Get Excited
Giggle and
Get Excited
Giggley” is derived from “Giggle” meaning to laugh in English and “Gig” meaning “live music”.
Giggley Japan is a company that always has a live atmosphere and pursues work that “makes people smile and get excited”.
Giggley” is derived from “Giggle” meaning to laugh in English and “Gig” meaning “live music”.
Giggley Japan is a company that always has a live atmosphere and pursues work that “makes people smile and get excited”.
Three Cores of Giggley Japan
We assist, nurture, and connect with our clients. We are passionate about contributing to our clients’ success by providing optimal solutions and training, fostering business growth, and establishing strong networks. We cherish trust and value in taking pride in working together with our clients.
Assist
Assist
Interpretation
With a skilled interpretation team, we take out language barriers and facilitate smooth communication between different cultures.
We support our clients’ success by providing professional interpreters for all occasions, including business meetings and international events.
Translation
We handle various contents such as business documents, web content, and marketing materials, delivering accurate and appropriate translations. We emphasize understanding cultures and nuances, ensuring our clients’ messages are conveyed in the best possible way. We also prioritize efficiency and confidentiality, providing translation services that meet our clients’ demands.
Business Negotiation
Our experienced negotiation specialists offer strategic advice and guidance to maximize our clients’ interests. Using cultural sensitivity and negotiation techniques, we assist in building partnerships and finding compromise points. We read the intentions of the counterparts, communicate effectively, and provide support to lead to successful outcomes. We also value reliability and confidentiality, firmly supporting our clients’ business negotiations.
Nurture
Nurture
Language Education
Our experienced instructors enhance students’ language abilities through efficient classes and curriculum. We provide options for online and face-to-face lessons, creating a flexible learning environment. Through personalized tutoring and group lessons tailored to students’ needs and goals, we cultivate the ability to communicate with confidence.
Study Abroad
We support the entire study abroad process, assisting in selecting the most suitable learning programs. From school selection to visa procedures and accommodation arrangements, we guide our clients through detailed processes. We also offer support for living and studying abroad to ensure students have fulfilling study abroad experiences. As a reliable study abroad partner, we strive to help students begin their study abroad journey with peace of mind.
Coaching
Experienced coaching professionals help individuals achieve their goals. Through one-on-one sessions with clients, they develop specific action plans for personal growth and career advancement. We provide a customized approach tailored to individual needs and challenges, helping clients increase motivation and hone their skills. We help clients maximize their potential as a trusted coaching partner.
Connect
Connect
International Cultural Exchange
International Cultural
Exchange
We promote cross-cultural understanding, connecting people through exchange events and programs. Our staff, equipped with cultural sensitivity and specialized knowledge, support dialogues and interactions with people from different backgrounds and values. We also organize and manage international exchange programs and cultural events, fostering friendship and mutual understanding between cultures. Through rich international exchange experiences, we respect diverse cultures and act as a bridge to connect the world.
At Giggley Japan, we were committed to understanding our clients’ needs and providing the best possible services.
Our mission is to support our clients’ growth and success for a better future.
At Giggley Japan, we were committed to understanding our clients’ needs and providing the best possible services.Our mission is to support our clients’ growth and success for a better future.
Giggley Japan Representative Ria Nogami (Naradate) Profile
Ria Nogami started learning Japanese traditional dance at a young age and, at the age of 19, obtained the title of “Natori” , certified as a master dancer and became a certified instructor( Ae Fujima) in the Fujima school.
While studying Japanese culture, she had a strong desire to explore the world, leading her to study abroad in the United States in 1982. She graduated from Dakota State College (now Dakota State University) in South Dakota. After graduatingon, Ria worked at JTB in New York, arranging technical visit tours to the USA from Japan, providing interpretation, and working as a translator.
Realizing the limitations of relying solely on English language, she decided to learn French and headed to Paris for language studies. After completing her language studies and becoming proficient in French, she worked at JALPAK in Brussels, Belgium. She was later transferred to the London office. In 1989, she founded and served as the representative of the language-specialized publishing company “ALC press”, in London office. She introduced prestigious British and Swiss schools to Japan and Taiwan started support services for accepting international students, and was also involved in English education.
Based on her experience in the UK, Ria strongly believed that “English education in Japan is indispensable” and she established Giggley Ltd in the UK and successfully acquired the Japanese franchise of “Tumble Tots” , designed by the representative coach of the British Olympic gymnastics team, which her eldest daughter was attending at that time. Subsequently, in 2002, she founded Giggley Japan and opened two schools in Tokyo and Yokohama. She also launched the “Giggley English School,” dedicated to advancing English education in Japan.
In 2006, Ria moved to Singapore due to her spouse’s job transfer. While managing the Japanese schools remotely, she founded Giggley Singapore and engaged in interpretation, translation, and business negotiation work.
In 2013, she moved to Indonesia and sold her Japanese school to a subsidiary of “ALC press” due to difficulty managing a school remotely from Indonesia where the infrastructure was not yet in place. During her stay in Indonesia, she dedicated herself to mastering the Indonesian language and served as the president of the local volunteer organization “Indonesian Heritage Society” . She led a diverse group of approximately 600 multinational volunteers from 50 countries, gaining valuable insights into negotiation strategies across different nationalities and in Indonesia.
Returning to Japan in 2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Ria now resides in Yokohama. Leveraging her extensive and diverse international experiences (including America, Europe, and Asia) and her language proficiency, she passionately operates her business based on the motto of “Assist, Nurture, and Connect” people and continues to travel the world.
Ria is married and has two daughters and one son. She holds a TESOL certification (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages).
Giggley Japan Representative Ria Nogami (Naradate) Profile
Ria Nogami started learning Japanese traditional dance at a young age and, at the age of 19, obtained the title of “Natori” , certified as a master dancer and became a certified instructor( Ae Fujima) in the Fujima school.
While studying Japanese culture, she had a strong desire to explore the world, leading her to study abroad in the United States in 1982. She graduated from Dakota State College (now Dakota State University) in South Dakota. After graduatingon, Ria worked at JTB in New York, arranging technical visit tours to the USA from Japan, providing interpretation, and working as a translator.
Realizing the limitations of relying solely on English language, she decided to learn French and headed to Paris for language studies. After completing her language studies and becoming proficient in French, she worked at JALPAK in Brussels, Belgium. She was later transferred to the London office. In 1989, she founded and served as the representative of the language-specialized publishing company “ALC press”, in London office. She introduced prestigious British and Swiss schools to Japan and Taiwan started support services for accepting international students, and was also involved in English education.
Based on her experience in the UK, Ria strongly believed that “English education in Japan is indispensable” and she established Giggley Ltd in the UK and successfully acquired the Japanese franchise of “Tumble Tots” , designed by the representative coach of the British Olympic gymnastics team, which her eldest daughter was attending at that time. Subsequently, in 2002, she founded Giggley Japan and opened two schools in Tokyo and Yokohama. She also launched the “Giggley English School,” dedicated to advancing English education in Japan.
In 2006, Ria moved to Singapore due to her spouse’s job transfer. While managing the Japanese schools remotely, she founded Giggley Singapore and engaged in interpretation, translation, and business negotiation work.
In 2013, she moved to Indonesia and sold her Japanese school to a subsidiary of “ALC press” due to difficulty managing a school remotely from Indonesia where the infrastructure was not yet in place. During her stay in Indonesia, she dedicated herself to mastering the Indonesian language and served as the president of the local volunteer organization “Indonesian Heritage Society” . She led a diverse group of approximately 600 multinational volunteers from 50 countries, gaining valuable insights into negotiation strategies across different nationalities and in Indonesia.
Returning to Japan in 2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Ria now resides in Yokohama. Leveraging her extensive and diverse international experiences (including America, Europe, and Asia) and her language proficiency, she passionately operates her business based on the motto of “Assist, Nurture, and Connect” people and continues to travel the world.
Ria is married and has two daughters and one son. She holds a TESOL certification (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages).
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