Hiroshi Mikitani is a prominent Japanese entrepreneur best known as the founder and CEO of Rakuten, a major e-commerce and online retail company. Born on March 11, 1965, in Kobe, Japan, he graduated from Hitotsubashi University and later earned an MBA from Harvard Business School. Under his leadership, Rakuten has expanded into various sectors, including finance, telecommunications, and digital content. Mikitani is also recognized for his advocacy of the English language in Japanese business, promoting it as a corporate language at Rakuten. His innovative approach has helped transform the company into a global player, making significant contributions to Japan's digital economy.