About Us

“The relationship between Japan and Indonesia will become even closer, and we will be required to solve issues that have never existed before.”

Albertus Prasetyo Heru Nugroho – President and CEO

Read what the president have to say

VISION

Provides various services based on knowledge and experience to meet customer needs and expectations with the goal of promoting research, business and education in both Indonesia and Japan.

MISSION

Continue supporting Japan and Indonesia to grow together as a good partner beyond the producer-consumer framework sustainability.

We are passionate about our

Clients.

We have the best

People.

We are flexible and drive for

Perfomance.

We work to build the better

Future.

215 Companies Supported

Indonesian Research Institute supports your business expansion from Japan to Indonesia and vise versa by utilizing fast and accurate information gathering ability and wide network of contacts. Most of our employees have experiences of study and/or work abroad, and as an expatriate in Indonesia.

We have various achievements such as not only Indonesian investigation and support before expansion, but also sales support after expansion and troubleshooting.

Name
PT. Indonesia Research Institute Japan

Established since
April 2011

Addressed in
Wisma Keiai, Growink, Jl. Jend. Sudirman No.Kav. 3, RT.10/RW.11, Karet Tengsin, Tanah Abang, Central Jakarta City, Jakarta 10220

Founder
Albertus Prasetyo Heru Nugroho

Commissioner
Alfonsius Hega

Business Email
contact@indonesiasoken.com

Market Research

We can accept and respond to all request starting from the preparation, implementation, and survey

Consulting

We provide a wide range of support from consulting business, strategies mergers also acquisitions.

Promotion

We provide an extensive network, a wide range of services to our customer promotion needs.

Translation Interpreters

We correspond Interpretation arrangements, document translation upon request. 

Seminars

We can plan and arrange seminars and training programs according to your company’s needs.

Reports

We provide monthly reports on various topics around Indonesia for our report subscriber.

Founding Fathers

CEO, President, and Founder

Albertus Prasetyo Heru Nugroho

Albertus Prasetyo Heru Nugroho (Arbee) came to Japan in the year of 2000 as a Japanese government scholarship student from Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (文部科学省奨学金). He majored in Physics at the University of Tokyo (東京大学) and Japanese Language and Culture at Tokyo University of Foreign Studies  (東京外国語大学).

After working as an independent consultant and trainer for several years, with the desire to deepen the friendly relationship between Japan and Indonesia, he established Indonesia Research Institute Co., Ltd. in 2011 and become the president of the company until now.

Co - Founder

Kentaro Kawata

After working at Miwa Design Office Co., Ltd., Kawata established Bricoleur First Class Architect Office (Representative Director) in 2003. After that, when the Nagoya office was established, he also established a restaurant management company (with) Bricolage (as Director) and started the “Coffee Brico” in 2009.

In 2009, “Café brico” opened in Bali, Indonesia. Kawata together with Arbee established Indonesia Research Institute Co., Ltd. (as Vice President) in 2011 and PT. Bangun Ruang International (Brico Indonesia) in 2014. The two companies act as an active bridge between Japan and Indonesia in the fields of architecture, real estates and other business developments.

Vice President and Research Director

Dendi Muhamad

Dr. Dendi came to Japan in the year of 2010 as a Japanese government scholarship student from the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology (文部科学省奨学金).

Graduated from The University of Tokyo (東京大学) with a doctoral degree in Landscape Planning, Dr. Dendi that also have studied Environmental Business and Management have been working in Japan since 2014 as highly-skilled professionals. Dr. Dendi has experienced working as an academics, lectures, and researches at The University of Tokyo and then working as a landscape designer at a Japanese private company; and last, up to now working at Indonesia Research Institute. Specializes in environmental/landscape planning, design, and business, he also deeply involved in various projects related to renewable energy, real estate, and regional development, product innovation, economic valuation, legal, education, IT, restaurant and food industries, both in Japan and Indonesia.

Meet the team

Prasetyo H. Nofanto - Head of Administration - Human Resource

Prasetyo H. Nofanto

Head of Finance, Accounting, and Tax
Mr. Prasetyo graduated from Nasional University with a Japanese Literature major. Highly effective General Manager who experienced in Finance and Human Resources,

Skilled in leadership, finance, and managing accounting departments. Monitored all kinds of financial procedures and ensured the implementation of federal and state law regulations. Managed the team of accounting specialists responsible for payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and billing. Prepared documentation for annual external audits and worked with cross-functional teams to improve account collections.

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Astrid Ratnasari

Head of Human Resources and General Affairs
With over a decade of experience in Human Resources and General Affairs (HRGA), Mrs. Astrid has honed a comprehensive skill set that covers every facet of the field. From talent acquisition and employee relations to administrative management and regulatory compliance, she excels in driving organizational success through strategic HRGA practices. 

Mrs. Astrid’s deep expertise and commitment to excellence have been pivotal in shaping efficient, people-centric workplaces. Their ability to seamlessly integrate HR and GA functions ensures a balanced approach to fostering both employee well-being and operational effectiveness.

Andre A. Manalu

Andre Abrianto Manalu

Head of Legal
Mr. Andre is a distinguished graduate of Indonesia University, where he earned his master degree in law major. With extensive experience in legal research, legal advice, legal consulting, and legal document drafting, he has developed a comprehensive understanding of the legal landscape. 

His expertise spans various legal domains, allowing him to provide insightful and strategic guidance to clients. Mr. Andre’s meticulous approach and deep knowledge make him a trusted advisor in navigating complex legal matters.

Sarom Mahdi

Head of Research
With more than a decade of experience in the field of market research, Mr. Sarom has cultivated a deep understanding of market dynamics across a wide range of industries. Having successfully managed projects spanning B2B, B2C, B2G, and social studies, he is well-versed in translating complex data into actionable insights. 

Mr. Sarom’s expertise in identifying market trends and consumer behavior has been instrumental in driving strategic decisions that have positively impacted businesses and organizations. His dedication to excellence and innovative approach to research make him a valuable asset in the ever-evolving landscape of market analysis.

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Jesslyn Herika Gracia

Head of F&B, Health and Beauty Business
Mrs. Jesslyn graduated from Tarumanagara University with a Public Relations major. Mrs. Jesslyn is passionate about marketing who increases awareness about a brand.

Also Currently involved in food and beverage and also marketing projects. Mrs. Jesslyn is good at managing an event, marketing communication, handling social media, and speaking in public.

Aulia Adriani

Head of Language and Culture Education Business
Mrs. Aulia Adriani With a profound dedication to education, field of Japanese language. Holding the prestigious JLPT N1 certification, she possesses an exceptional mastery of the Japanese language, both in fluency and cultural understanding. 

Skilled and experienced in Recruitment and Consulting for many years. Lead some projects related to the program of Specified Skilled Workers (Tokutei Ginou) and Technical Training (Ginou Jisshuu) for the fields of: Caregivers, Food Serving, Manufacturing, Agriculture, Construction, etc. Monitored all kind of procedures in the projects and ensured the entire process runs smoothly starting from the marketing side, selecting the candidates, manage the Japanese language and culture course at the boarding school and the procedure of sending the trainee/candidates to Japan.

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