Nagao Factory
Our Philosophy
Our overseas journey has shaped a philosophy grounded in simplicity—from parenting and work to language learning and everyday living. We develop content that addresses the small, yet significant, challenges of daily life, hoping to make a positive difference for others on similar paths. It's all about weaving the lessons learned and insights gained into everything we do.
Raising Kids Abroad
Raising kids in a new country can be tough. We've learned a lot from our own experiences and want to help others who are doing the same. Let's figure this out together, sharing what we've learned along the way.
Working Overseas
Moving to a new place for work, especially with a family, can feel like a bold leap. We've faced the challenges ourselves. We hope that by sharing our story, we can make it easier for others thinking about doing the same.
Language Learning
Our shared passion for language learning drives the creation of our products. We develop tools that we ourselves need, aspiring to support fellow language learners on their journey to fluency.
Simple Life
We're inspired by minimalism, the idea of keeping life and our creations simple. Our goal is to create things that make life easier. We want to share this journey of finding clear, simple solutions in a complicated world.
Our Apps
About Us
Reiko started her journey at the University of Tokyo and initially worked in a well-known Japanese insurance company. Feeling the pull towards something she loved more, she made the leap into UI/UX design and translation. It was a significant change, but it led her to a career that blends her interests in design and languages beautifully.
Shu's interest in software engineering took root at the University of Tokyo, where he first explored machine learning. A startup experience during his college days opened his eyes to the possibilities of technology. Motivated by the desire to contribute, he has since been working in the tech industry, focusing on creating meaningful products.