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SUMMARY:2026 U.S.-Japan Healthcare Connection Reverse Pitch Event
DESCRIPTION:*In-person program\nCome hear pitches from leading Japan-focused strategic investors and pharmaceutical companies including AN Ventures\, Astellas\, Chugai Pharmaceuticals\, Daiichi Sankyo\, Nippon Life\, Ono Pharmaceuticals and Recor Medical. Our presenters will share their investment and partnering priorities with the audience\, and tell you how to connect with them to discuss strategic partnering opportunities. \nThis is an amazing opportunity to get in front of leading US biotech\, pharma and life science strategic partners and investors that are that are interested in startup life science firms. In addition\, we will have a panel discussion featuring market-entry experts from the life sciences industry who will share their thoughts on the topic “Why do therapeutics in Japan?” \nThis Biopharma-focused event is our sixth Reverse Pitch event – following on the heels of our successful Medtech and Diagnostics Reverse Pitch event in November 2025. The event will be followed by a networking reception where you will have the opportunity to connect with the presenters and others with deep experience in the Japanese market.
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/2026-u-s-japan-healthcare-connection-reverse-pitch-event/
LOCATION:Triple Ring Technologies\, 39655 Eureka Dr\, Newark\, 39655\, United States
CATEGORIES:Healthcare
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SUMMARY:*SOLD OUT* Intermediate Speaking Workshop – Level up your 日本語
DESCRIPTION:*This workshop is now Sold Out.\nStay tuned for our newsletters and social media posts for future workshops!* \nDo 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! \nWe are now accepting students for a 10-week workshop on intermediate conversations. Under the steady guidance of Ikunaga sensei\, 6 students will have the opportunity to flex their Japanese capabilities over Zoom for 2 hours at a time. In this intimate group setting\, Ikunaga-sensei will be able to gauge the needs of each student and adjust the subject matter to these needs. This is a great way to grow comfortable using Japanese in unscripted and genuine conversations and help take your Japanese speaking to the next level! \nExamples of topics that will be covered. \n\nConversational Grammar\nEssential JLPT Kanji\nOnomatopoeia\nAnd More!\n\n*This workshop is meant for those who already have a foundation in Japanese\, preferably having completed the JSNC’s Pre-Intermediate 3-4 OR passed JLPT level N3 or N4. \n*Workshops with low enrollment may be canceled.
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/intermediate-speaking-workshop-level-up-your-nihongo-may-2026/
LOCATION:https://www.usajapan.org/event/intermediate-speaking-workshop-level-up-your-nihongo-may-2026/
CATEGORIES:Language
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260521T161500
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SUMMARY:What Silicon Valley Can Learn from Japanese Innovation
DESCRIPTION:*Hybrid program\nIn cooperation with the Stanford US-Asia Technology Management Center\, the Japan Society of Northern California will a program on “What Silicon Valley Can Learn from Japanese Innovation.” Following a keynote address by Dr. Richard Dasher\, panelists will discuss how Silicon Valley can add value to its innovation ecosystem through engagement with Japan. Specific topics will include distinctive characteristics of Japan’s innovation ecosystem\, domains of particular Japanese science\, technology\, and innovation strength that offer opportunities for Silicon Valley investors and business partners\, and ways to overcome the challenges of partnering with Japan for value creation. \nThis program is in memoriam of John Thomas\, a co-founder of the Japan-U.S. Innovation Awards Program and a long-serving board member of the Japan Society of Northern California. \n 
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/what-silicon-valley-can-learn-from-japanese-innovation/
LOCATION:Stanford University\, Bishop Auditorium\, 518 Memorial Way\, Stanford\, CA\, 94305
CATEGORIES:Innovation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260528T163000
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SUMMARY:Chiharu Shiota: Two Home Countries' Tour with Asian Art Museum Chief Curator Rob Mintz
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time:\n​Thursday\, May 28th\, 2026 from 4:30 – 6:00 PM \n​Venue:\n​Asian Art Museum | 200 Larkin St\, San Francisco\, CA 94102 \n​Description: \nJoin us for a special tour of the exhibit “Chiharu Shiota: Two Home Countries” before it closes on July 20th. We will be led by Chief Curator of the Asian Art Museum\, Rob Mintz. \n​*This is a private event that is exclusive to Leadership Circle and Corporate Members. We reserve the right to refuse admission. \n_
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/chiharu-shiota-two-home-countries-tour-with-asian-art-museum-chief-curator-rob-mintz/
LOCATION:Asian Art Museum\, 200 Larkin Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,VIP
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SUMMARY:Japan's Metalcraft Superstars: Ten Master Artists
DESCRIPTION:*Online program \nDrawn from 2\,300 years of Japan’s rich metalworking heritage\, today’s leading metal artists are redefining tradition for the 21st century. Join us for an online Zoom presentation by Steve Beimel of JapanCraft21\, which will explore remarkable casting and forging techniques while highlighting the work of ten extraordinary artists — men and women whose creativity bridges history and innovation through a dazzling range of original works and contemporary processes. \nBeimel and his team at JapanCraft21 are passionately committed to revitalizing traditional Japanese arts. Don’t miss your chance to learn about Japanese metalwork master artisans!
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/japancraft21-metalcraft-superstars-ten-master-artists/
LOCATION:https://www.usajapan.org/event/japancraft21-metalcraft-superstars-ten-master-artists/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260609T170000
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SUMMARY:“Diamond Diplomacy” Screening and Special Director’s Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the San Francisco Main Library for a screening of Diamond Diplomacy\, directed by Yuriko Gamo Romer. This engaging documentary explores how baseball became a beloved sport in Japan despite complex political tensions with the United States. \nDiamond Diplomacy explores 150+ years of shared history between the United States and Japan through our shared love of baseball. Anchored by the stories of two former players—Japan’s Masanori “Mashi” Murakami and the USA’s Warren Cromartie—the film traces the evolution of a complex international relationship\, touching on racism\, diplomacy\, and the unifying power of sports. \nThe screening will be followed by a special talk with director Yuriko Gamo Romer and executive producer Glen S. Fukushima.
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/diamond-diplomacy-screening/
LOCATION:Latino/Hispanic Rooms A & B\, San Francisco Main Library\, 100 Larkin St.\, San Francisco\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260716T103000
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SUMMARY:2026 Japan - US Innovation Awards Symposium
DESCRIPTION:2026 Japan – US Innovation Awards Symposium | Frances C. Arrillaga Alumni Center\, Stanford University
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/2026-japan-us-innovation-symposium/
LOCATION:Stanford University – Arrillaga Alumni Center\, 326 Galvez Street\, Stanford\, California\, 94305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Innovation,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260816T080000
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SUMMARY:2026 US-Japan Friendship Cup Tennis Tournament | Millbrae
DESCRIPTION:37th US-Japan Friendship Tennis Tournament Cup 2026 | Millbrae \nGet ready for a thrilling summer day of playing tennis\, socializing\, and becoming a part of developing friendly US-Japan relations! Join us this year on Sunday\, August 16th at Mills High School tennis courts in Millbrae. There is a maximum number of 56 players\, so make sure to act fast and sign up early! Early bird discounts are also available. \n\nThe US-Japan Friendship Cup Tennis Tournament was founded in 1987 with the purpose of developing warm relations between the U.S. and Japan. The winner will be awarded The Consular Cup\, a majestic steel chalice donated to the tournament in 1990 by the Consulate General of Japan. Delicious lunch\, gift bags\, and free entry into an exciting opportunity drawing are also part of the tournament so everybody has the chance to win! \nテニスファン待望の Japan – USフレンドシップテニストーナメント、日本総領事杯テニス大会、今年は8月16日(日曜日）開催いたします！本大会は、1987年に日米の友好親善を目的に創設されました。青空の下元気にMills High Schoolのコートでプレイいたしましょう。試合経験の少ない方から上級者までウェルカムです。例年、お互いの実力発揮と交流トークに大いに盛り上がりました。どなたとペアになるかどなたと対戦するかも当日のお楽しみです。おいしいランチ、抽選会、豪華商品、ギフトバック付き。 \nAgenda:\n8:00 AM – 8:30 AM     Registration Opens\n8:30 AM – 8:45 AM     Opening Ceremony \n8:45 AM – 9:00 AM     Warm-up\n9:00 AM –  1:45 PM     Tennis Matches\n12:00 PM – 1:30 PM    Lunch (Players will eat in the time between their matches)\n2:00 PM –  2:30 PM    Awards Ceremony \nDate & Time:\nSunday\, August 16\, 2026\n8:00 AM – 2:30 PM \nVenue:\nMills High School\n400 Murchison Drive\, Millbrae\, CA 94030 \nPrices (Includes gourmet lunch 🍱): \nEarly Bird until 7/9 – $65\nPlayer – $75 (Only 56 slots available!) \nCheck out the success of last year’s event! Let’s watch it together on YouTube: 
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/2026-us-japan-friendship-cup-tennis-tournament-millbrae/
LOCATION:Mills High School\, 400 Murchison Dr\, Millbrae\, 94030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Special Events
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