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De Young Manga Exhibit Tour with Curator Dr. Nicole Coolidge Rousmaniere
de Young Museum 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr, San Francisco, United StatesDate & Time: Tuesday, January 20th, 2026 from 3:00 – 4:30 PM Venue: de Young Museum | 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr, San Francisco, CA 94118 Description: Join us for a special tour of the de Young's "Art of Manga" before it closes on Feb. 1st. We will be led by exhibit curator Dr. Nicole…
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The Best of CES 2026
Japan Innovation Campus 212-214 Homer Ave, Palo Alto, CA, United StatesJoin us as we unpack the trends, breakthroughs, and emerging technologies that defined CES 2026 — and what they foreshadow for the year ahead. Hear directly from a curated set of innovative industry leaders as they share standout moments, unexpected takeaways, technologies, and market shifts generating real momentum coming out of CES 2026. Together, we’ll…
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Intermediate Speaking Workshop – Level up your 日本語
Virtual EventDo you have a solid foundation of essential Japanese? Have you completed your JLPT N4 test and are studying for JLPT N3? Let’s help you level up your pre-intermediate Japanese skills! We are now accepting students for a 10-week workshop on intermediate conversations. Under the steady guidance of Ikunaga sensei, 6 students will have the…
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Japan Outlook 2026
Virtual EventAs 2026 begins, the U.S.-Japan relationship sits at the center of a rapidly shifting political and business environment. In Japan, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will call a national election on February 8 to seek voter backing for increased spending, tax cuts, and a new security strategy that is expected to accelerate Japan’s defense build-up. In…
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Innovation from US-Japan MedTech Collaboration: Celebrating 13 years of Japan Biodesign / Stanford Biodesign collaboration
**INVITATION ONLY, NO WALK-INS! This is an invitation only event. If you are interested in joining this event, please register to become a corporate member. We are pleased to host this program and reception focused on innovation in the MedTech sector, welcoming fellows and alumni of the Japan Biodesign Program as well as from Stanford…
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The Art Lover’s Guide to Japanese Museums with Sophie Richard
Virtual Event*Online Program Japan is a country of museums. There are more than 1,200 art museums yet this fact is often little known outside its borders. They are sprinkled throughout Japan and their range is striking. Museums are a fascinating gateway into Japanese culture, whether traditional or contemporary, but foreign visitors are often bewildered by their…
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Kokuho Screening with the Roxie Theater
The Roxie Theater 3117 16th St., San Francisco, CA, United StatesJoin us and the Roxie Theater for a screening of Kokuho, an epic film that illuminates the highs and lows of Kabuki life. Nagasaki, 1964. After the death of his father, the leader of a yakuza gang, 14-year-old Kikuo is taken under the wing of a famous Kabuki actor. Alongside Shunsuke, the actor’s only son,…
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Young Professionals Group (YPG) Happy Hour 2026
Southside Spirit House 575 Howard St, San Francisco, United StatesWe’re kicking off 2026 YPG with at happy hour in downtown San Francisco! Come connect with new people, learn about the Japan Society’s upcoming programs, and let us know what you’d like to see from YPG this year.
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Transpacific Collaboration Forum: Japan’s Partnering Strategy to Revitalize Its Semiconductor Industry
Krutch Auditorium at Clark Kerr campus, UC Berkeley 2601 Warring St, Berkeley, CA, United States -
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Master Crafts: Traditional and Contemporary
Virtual Event*Online program Japanese craftsmanship transcends time. This online presentation showcases ten essential genres of master artistry — ceramics, indigo dyeing, metal, and more — and contrasts familiar traditional forms that have endured for generations with bold contemporary expressions often using identical techniques. Creating both the classical and modern forms demand the same unwavering commitment: 7…
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Japan Night: Gaming Industry Networking Event
**INVITATION ONLY, NO WALK-INS! This is an invitation only event. If you are interested in joining this event, please register to become a corporate member.
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Growing Solutions: U.S.-Japan Agri-Tech Innovations for a Carbon Neutral Future
The World Agri-Tech Summit in San Francisco provides a unique opportunity for global key players in the agricultural technology and related industries to meet and exchange insights. In conjunction with the summit, leading Japanese Agri-Tech companies and startups will showcase their latest technologies and collaborations that address pressing challenges in the industry. World Agri-Tech San…
