Posts by japansociety
New Board Chair Announcement
Welcome to our New Board Chair, Suzanne Basalla, and Thank You to Larry Greenwood! The Japan Society of Northern California has appointed Suzanne Basalla as the new Chair of our…
Read MoreRemembering Sandy Calhoun
Sandy and Connie Calhoun and Mike Moyle Alexander “Sandy” Calhoun passed away at the age of 100 on November 25, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of accomplishment that will live…
Read MoreRemembering John Thomas
On November 17, 2023 the Japan Society of Northern California lost one of its longest-serving Board members and a great champion of US-Japan friendship with the passing of John Thomas. …
Read MoreEvent Recap – Building Useful and Trustworthy AI – The New Context Conference
On Friday, November 17th, Digital Garage, a leading Technology conglomerate based in Tokyo and San Francisco, focusing on Fintech/Adtech and investing globally in early to later-stage technology startups, hosted a…
Read MorePresident’s Note for March 2023
With a flurry of activities in late February – including the Emperor’s birthday reception at the Consul General’s residence, a flag-raising ceremony at SF City Hall, a VIP reception for…
Read MoreEvent Recap: Awamori- A Traditional Spirit for the Modern Age
On March 1st, the Japan Society of Northern California hosted “Awamori — A Traditional Spirit for the Modern Age”, generously sponsored by the Consulate General of Japan in San Francisco.…
Read MoreEvent Recap — US & Japan vs. China: Cooperation and Competition in the War for Technology Leadership
This week, The Japan Society of Northern California had a special opportunity to hold a timely discussion about what the US and Japan can do to cooperate and leverage complementary…
Read MoreJSNC Board Director Receives Prestigious Award
The Japan Society of Northern California was elated to receive the news that our very own Gala Chair, Ms. Nobuko Saito Cleary, is one of the recipients of the 2022…
Read More2022 U.S.-Japan Healthcare Connection: Well-being Innovation Forum in Awajishima
*In-Person Event in Awajishima, Japan Pasona Group Inc. (Head Office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Group CEO: Yasuyuki Nambu) and the Japan Society of Northern California (NPO) will hold the “Japan-U.S. Well-being Innovation…
Read MoreA Note From Steve Pollock, President of JSNC (9/23/22)
My last trip to Japan was back in January of 2020. The trains were packed, the streets and office buildings were bustling and the bars and night clubs were full…
Read More