OUR
LEADERS

OUR LEADERS

Founder & CEO

Yoshitaka Nojiri

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

After working at Sumitomo Marine & Fire Insurance, established TAKE and GIVE NEEDS Co., Ltd in 1998 and became the Chief Executive Officer. In 2006, the company was listed on the First Section of the Tokyo Stock Exchange, and in 2010, became the Representative Director of the company. In 2016, attended the Graduate School of Media and Governance at Keio University. In the same year, founded TRUNK Co., Ltd and became the Chief Executive Officer.

President
International

Toni Hinterstoisser

President – International

Began his hotel career as hotel apprentice before graduating from university in Switzerland and the US with a degree in Hospitality Management. Over the course of more than 30 years, held key management positions at various hotels and brands across three continents including General Manager positions at hotels such as Andaz Wall Street, and Andaz Amsterdam. Since 2018, served as Vice President – Asia at citizenM Hotels, overseeing operations and development across the Asia-Pacific region. In 2025, joined TRUNK Co., Ltd. as President – International, leading the company’s global strategy and business development.

CHRO

Yasuhide ichikawa

Chief Human Resources Officer

After graduating from university, started working at Hilton Osaka, as Guest Service Officer in Rooms and F&B divisions. In 2004, joined TAKE and GIVE NEEDS Co., Ltd. Following roles as a Branch Manager and took management roles in Sales and Human Resources department, worked as the Head of MD and Human Resources Planning for the TRUNK Division from 2015. Appointed to the Board of Directors in 2016, currently overseeing the Human Resources, Administration, and IT departments.

CXO

Hisao koga

Chief Experience Officer

Joined TAKE and GIVE NEEDS Co., Ltd in 2005 after graduating from university. After serving as a Branch Manager and the Head of the Business Division for West Japan, became the General Manager of TRUNK(HOTEL) CAT STREET in 2016, in charge of its opening and setting up operations. The Board of Directors since 2016, overseeing the operations of all hotels.

CBO

Tomomi Tsuchibuchi

Chief Business Officer

Joined Hotel Nikko Tokyo, operated by Tokyo Humania Enterprise and gained experience in hotel operations. In 2001, started working at TAKE and GIVE NEEDS Co., Ltd, contributing to the wedding business and various group company initiatives. Since 2020, involved with the company's hotel division, and in 2021, appointed as the Chief for both the Development and Hotel divisions. Currently, serves as Chief of Business Development for TAKE and GIVE NEEDS Co., Ltd and for TRUNK Co., Ltd.

CSO

Kenji Yokoi

Chief Strategic Officer

Joined Roland, a global electronic musical instrument brand, working as a Sales Supervisor, in new business developments and in marketing and branding.Joined TRUNK Co., Ltd in November 2017 and became an Executive Officer in April 2022. After overseeing the Marketing Division, appointed to the Board of Directors in June 2025, and currently oversees the CEO Office.

CPO

Tomoyuki Tada

Chief Project Officer

After graduating from university, worked at Tobu Railway. Involved with asset management, including the development and openings of international hotel chains such as The Ritz-Carlton Nikko, as well as the planning and development of residential properties and the launch of new businesses related to vacant house issues. Following that, was responsible for hotel development, redevelopment projects, and asset management of residences for high-net-worth individuals at Mori Trust. Joined TRUNK Co., Ltd. in October 2022. After serving as Head of Atelier and Executive Officer, was appointed to the Board of Directors in April 2026 and oversees the Atelier and Development divisions.

CFO

Shingo Hiura

Chief Financial Officer

After graduating from university, worked at ABeam Consulting as a Business Consultant and was engaged in solving business issues for leading companies in various industries.Then, served as the Head of Administration at GLS JAPAN (currently la belle vie Inc), an online fashion retail company, and has been appointed CFO of luxury fashion brands for their Japanese corporation. As CFO, engaged in work such as structuring the management department, raising funds, and preparing for IPO.Since October 2019, has been CFO of TRUNK Co., Ltd., overseeing the company’s Corporate Management division.

External
Board Member

Shinsuke Nuriya

External Board Member

After working in corporate finance and M&A advisory at BofA Securities Japan engaged in real estate investment and management at Blackstone Then, worked on the formation and management of tourism funds and hotel advisory services. Holds a Master's degree in Sustainability Management from Columbia University and a Bachelor's degree in Commerce from Keio University.

Auditor

Tatsuji wakabayashi

Auditor

After working in Corporate Sales at Hitachi involved in launching ventures and business development. Subsequently, at the broadcasting and media company JCOM, took part in business acquisitions and PMI operations. Then, became the CFO in charge of the Finance and Administration department of Shop Channel, a TV shopping company acquired by JCOM. Since 2023, CFO of TAKE and GIVE NEEDS Co., Ltd, overseeing the company's Corporate Management Department.

CCO

Kenji Yui

Chief Commercial Officer

After graduating from university, traveled to Australia and was inspired by the hotel and hospitality world, starting hotel career. Gained experience in various managerial positions in luxury hotels in Tokyo, Dubai, Vietnam, Osaka, and other locations. After serving as Deputy General Manager at Aman Tokyo, joined TRUNK Co., Ltd in 2021. Took part in operations as Assistant General Manager of TRUNK(HOTEL) CAT STREET. General Manager of TRUNK(HOTEL) YOYOGI PARK since September 2023; appointed Executive Officer in April 2026, overseeing Sales & Marketing.

CPD

Miyuki Matsui

Chief Planning Director

After graduating from university, joined TAKE and GIVE NEEDS Co., Ltd following experience at an education-related company. Worked in various roles such as wedding planning, human resources development, advertising, marketing, and product development. Since 2019, engaged in planning directions at TRUNK Co., Ltd. Project Leader for TRUNK(HOTEL) YOYOGI PARK, opened in September 2023.

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