AtoJ Hirameki — Our Team

The people behind the bridge.

Four directors and four reformers, working as one team to turn ambition into a career in Japan.

Shruti, Co-founder of AtoJ Hirameki and JLPT N1 certified trainer

Shruti Channagiri

CO-FOUNDER & CEO

Co-founder of Hirameki since 2008, Shruti has shaped it into a premier India-Japan bridge. JLPT N1 & NAT N1 certified, IIM Kashipur alumna, and a Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women Fellow.

Prajwal Channagiri

FOUNDER & DIRECTOR

Two decades across language, technology and global business, from Emptoris (later acquired by IBM) to 16 years as Head of Japanese at University of Pune. Believes the right opportunity begins with the right communication.

Masato Sanpei

DIRECTOR

Two decades in recruitment and international talent, scaling career-advertising businesses in Japan before co-founding ASIA to JAPAN in 2017. Built the 9-country recruiting network featured on Japan’s ‘Dawn of Gaia’.

Yoshihisa Tani

DIRECTOR

30 years in HR and global business, growing Pasona’s India operations from one office to six before leading its North America, China & ASEAN business. Now drives FAST OFFER, connecting Asia’s science graduates to Japan’s companies.

The Reformers

Sensei. Mentor Friend.

Shweta Shenolikar

Shweta Shenolikar

Japanese Language Trainer

Turns grammar drills into ‘aha’ moments for every learner.

Toshada Gadagkar

Japanese Language Trainer

Believes fluency starts with confidence, not perfection.

Swaralee Bapat

Japanese Language Trainer

Brings Japan’s culture into every classroom, not just its language.

Smita Gowtham

Head HR

Keeps the Hirameki family running, for the team and every learner alike.

Our team is thriving for you to make your dream to Japan come true.

Our team is thriving for you to make your dream to Japan come true.​