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John is responsible for PRG's activities in Asia-Pacific, including key locations in Japan, Shanghai and Australia. He began his career in 1984 as a founding partner in a successful design and fabrication studio serving the film and television industry and in a range of roles with touring theater productions. In the 1990's, he joined NBC's Studio 8H as an electrics stagehand for Saturday Night Live and managed shop operations for a New York-based visual merchandising studio focused on retail, corporate events and themed environments.
He joined PRG's Scenic Technologies division in 1998 where he was responsible for a number of major projects including the construction of the Kyoto, Umi and Jiyuu theaters in Japan; The Rose Theater and The Allen Room for Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York; and Korea's first-ever musical theater, the Charlotte Theater in Seoul. John also led teams responsible for scenic and motion control elements for a number of acclaimed live productions in major cities globally.

Since the founding of PRG Japan in 2004, Osamu Kuwashima has been an integral part of the team. After the acquisition of VL, he progressed through various leadership positions in different departments of PRG Japan. 

In 2015, Osamu reached an important milestone by earning an MBA degree, which further enriched his perspective. From that point on, he has embarked on a journey of continuous growth, gaining a wealth of experience in a variety of projects. These include concert tours, events related to the automotive industry, corporate events and theater productions. In the field of theater in particular, he has a depth of knowledge and experience.
Prior to joining the ranks of PRG, Osamu was heavily involved in theater productions and set design companies in Japan, with an unwavering focus on improving the country's entertainment landscape. This passion continues to this day, and he is fully dedicated to the advancement of the entertainment market.

In 2011, Ryu Ikemoto became part of the PRG team and took on a role in sales. His journey was marked by significant contributions to various projects, especially in the automotive and corporate sectors, including outstanding participation in events such as the Motor Show. Ryu played a key role as a sales representative for major projects such as the Tokyo 2020 project (Tokyo Olympic Games).

Since 2018, Ryu has managed PRG Japan's sales efforts in the position of Director of Sales. Prior to joining PRG, he worked as an event planner at an advertising agency and had an equally influential background. During this time, Ryu was entrusted with the responsibility of understanding and meeting the needs of clients, a role that contributed significantly to the expansion of PRG's business horizons.

Currently, Ryu works diligently with members of PRG Japan's sales team, leveraging his experience and expertise to strengthen the team's capabilities and ensure a stronger and more influential presence in the industry.