Moyuko Takahama (she/her)

Education: Bachelors in Commerce, Hitotsubashi University, Japan; graduated in 2018

Pre-MBA industry: Transportation (Railway)

Pre-MBA role: Associate Manager; Marketing Division, Central Japan Railway Company

Clubs: Japan Club, Women in Business Club (Junior Executive Commitee – Personal Development Pillar)

About me: Hi! I’m Moyuko from Tokyo, Japan, and I’m currently pursuing my MBA at London Business School as a company-sponsored student.

Before joining London Business School, I spent eight years at Central Japan Railway Company (JR Central), which operates Japan’s iconic Shinkansen (bullet train). I’ve worked across several functions, including human resources, marketing and railway operations, and have developed a strong interest in people development and leadership.

I chose London Business School to broaden my global perspective, step outside my comfort zone and learn from people with diverse backgrounds.

At London Business School, I’m involved in the Japan Club and the Women in Business Club, where I serve on the Junior Executive Committee for Personal Development.

Outside the classroom, I love travelling, exploring new places, playing tennis, reading books and enjoying good food!

Having faced my own challenges during the MBA application process, I know it isn’t always an easy journey. I’m happy to share my experiences, whether you’re curious about the application process, come from a non-traditional industry, are pursuing a company-sponsored MBA or want to find out more about life at London Business School.

Please feel free to reach out. I’d love to connect!

Three topics I can be approached about: Women in Business; non-traditional background; human resources and people development.

Email: mtakahama.MBA@london.edu