Japan Society News
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 MoreCelebrating 120 Years: History of the Japan Society of Northern California
Board chair Larry Greenwood (left) and board member and former JSNC president Kathleen Kimura (right) sift through documents while researching JSNC’s history. Fighting Discrimination to Building Tech Ties To commemorate…
Read MorePresident’s Note for February 2024
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Read MoreU.S.-Japan Healthcare Connection Japan Week 2023
I’ve now been back from Japan for about 5 days, and, in spite of a lingering case of jetlag or conference hangover (or both), I’m feeling both relieved and excited…
Read MorePresident’s Note for September 2023
Hello Friends! It’s the end of September, and I’m just back from Japan where we had a very successful Japan Healthcare Week. The theme of this year’s US-Japan conference was…
Read MorePresident’s Note for July 2023
One of my first encounters with Japan Society was as an attendee at the Innovation Awards program more than 10 years ago. At the time, I was advising Japanese companies…
Read MorePresident’s Note for June 2023
June marks the beginning of summer season – a time when thoughts often turn to school holidays and family vacations. However, for Japan Society of Northern California, the last few…
Read MorePresident’s Note for May 2023
Over the last few months, we’ve been working on several initiatives to build connections and increase the value of Japan Society among our members. We have been on a record…
Read MorePresident’s Note for April 2023
I was fortunate to travel to Japan for two weeks in March. My family, like many people who love Japan, had been eager to get back for a visit after…
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…
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