Mitsuru Misawa

Dr. Mitsuru Misawa is a Professor of Finance and Director of the Center for Japanese Global Investment and Finance at the Shidler College of Business, University of Hawaii at Manoa. He holds a PhD in International Finance from the University of Michigan, an MBA from the University of Hawaii, and an LLM from Harvard Law School. His research focuses on international finance, banking, and Japanese business strategies. Dr. Misawa has authored multiple books, including International Business and Finance in Japanese Corporations, and over 50 Harvard Business School cases, many of which are bestsellers. His work has been widely adopted globally. He has also received honors such as the Colonel of Kentucky and Ambassador of Ina City, Japan.

Dr. Misawa’s academic career includes roles as Director at Industrial Bank of Japan and extensive experience in financial engineering and international investments. He established the U.H. Professor Misawa-Honjo International Fellowship to promote student exchange between Japan and Hawaii. His research interests span international banking, corporate governance, and economic policy, with a focus on Japan’s financial markets. His case studies analyze topics like Abenomics, negative interest rates, and corporate scandals, offering insights into Japan’s economic challenges and innovations.

• Education: PhD (University of Michigan, 1967), MBA (UH, 1965), LLM (Harvard, 1964), LLB (Tokyo University, 1960)
• Awards: Colonel of Kentucky, Arkansas Traveler, Commendation from Consul General of Japan, Ambassador of Ina City
• Grants: Administers the Misawa-Honjo Fellowship, providing $30,000 annually to support student exchanges since 2007