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SUMMARY:The Warriors & Wizards Go to Japan! (Online Event)
DESCRIPTION:**This is an online event. \nThe Golden State Warriors and the Washington Wizards are going to Japan! The teams will play each other at two preseason games in Japan on September 30th and October 2nd. These games will mark the first-ever Japan visit for both teams. \nJoin us on Zoom on September 14th (U.S.) | September 15th (Japan) to celebrate the special games by learning about the basketball scene in Japan and the key differences in sports business culture in Japan and the U.S. Also\, acquire the behind-the-scenes story of the partnership between the Warriors and Rakuten and how the preseason games came to be. \nOur amazing speakers include Marty Kuehnert\, the first foreigner to be general manager of the Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles and a current senior advisor to the Japanese professional basketball team Sendai 89ers; Yuta Nodera\, general manager of basketball business at Rakuten\, Inc; and Rahul Kadavakolu\, executive director of global and group marketing & branding at Rakuten\, Inc. Kadavakolu leads Rakuten’s global sports and entertainment partnerships\, including the one with the Golden State Warriors. \nOur moderator is Aaron Miller\, lecturer at California State University\, East Bay\, and St. Mary’s College of California in the fields of sports sociology and sports history. Miller wrote his dissertation at the University of Oxford about the relationships between sports\, education\, and culture in Japan. \nDate & Time:\nUS: September 14\, 2022 at 3:30 PM PDT | Japan: September 15\, 2022 at 7:30 AM JST \nAgenda (PDT/JST):\n3:30-3:35pm / 7:30-7:35am : Opening by the Japan Society of Northern California\n3:35-3:40pm / 7:35-7:40am : Aaron Miller\, PhD | Lecturer at Saint Mary’s College of California and Host of “The Power of Sports” Podcast\n3:40-3:50pm  / 7:40-7:50am Marty Kuehnert | Senior GM of Sendai 89ers\n3:50-4:00pm / 7:50-8:00am Rahul Kadavakolu | Director of Global Marketing & Sports Partnerships / Vice President of Global Sports Business at Rakuten Group\, Inc & Yuta Nodera | General Manager of Basketball Business at Rakuten\, Inc\n4:00-4:15pm / 8:00-8:15am Panel Discussion\n4:15pm / 8:15pm Closing Steve Pollock | President\, Japan Society of Northern California \nVenue:\nOnline via Zoom (You will receive the Zoom link after registration) \nPrice:\nFREE! \n___\nRegister here!\n___\nOur Speakers \nMarty Kuehnert | Senior GM of Sendai 89ers\nMarty Kuehnert is the senior general manager of the Sendai 89ers pro basketball team. He was the first foreign general manager of the Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles in October 2004. \nMr. Kuehnert graduated from Stanford University in 1968 and has been involved in higher education in Japan for more than three decades\, including Waseda University as a professor\, Sendai University as a professor and vice president\, and Tohoku University as a professor and advisor to the president. \nHe is considered a foremost authority on sport in Japan and is known for speaking on the difference in cultures as seen through sports. \n___ \nRahul Kadavakolu | Director of Global Marketing & Sports Partnerships / Vice President of Global Sports Business at Rakuten Group\, Inc.\n \nBased out of Tokyo\, Rahul Kadavakolu is the Director of Global Marketing & Sports Partnerships / Vice President of Global Sports Business at Rakuten Group\, Inc. He leads the global brand and marketing function\, including Rakuten’s global sports and entertainment partnerships and activation strategy. Mr. Kadavakolu is directly responsible for Rakuten’s partnership with the Golden State Warriors. \n___ \n___ \n___ \nYuta Nodera | General Manager of Basketball Business at Rakuten\, Inc  \nYuta Nodera is currently the general manager of education business and basketball business at Rakuten\, Inc. \n___ \nOur Moderator \nAaron Miller\, PhD | Lecturer at Saint Mary’s College of California and Host of “The Power of Sports” Podcast \nAaron Miller holds a B.A. in Political Theory from UCLA and an M.Sc. and Ph.D. in socio-cultural anthropology from the University of Oxford. His doctoral dissertation investigated the relationships between sports\, education\, and culture in Japan. Mr. Miller has worked with Japanese organizations for over a decade\, beginning his career as an Assistant Language Teacher with the Jet Program on the island of Shikoku. \nCurrently\, Mr. Miller lectures at California State University\, East Bay\, and St. Mary’s College of California in fields such as sports sociology and sports history. His book about Japan\, Discourses of Discipline: An Anthropology of Corporal Punishment” in Japan’s Schools and Sports\, was published in 2013.
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/the-warriors-wizards-go-to-japan-online-event/
CATEGORIES:Innovation,Language
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SUMMARY:Umami Experience: A Special Japanese Tasting with Sake
DESCRIPTION:**SOLD OUT**\nPicture this: It’s a Friday\, and you just finished up work\, errands\, or school for the day. You’re hungry… and craving authentic Japanese food.\n \nJoin us on Friday\, September 30th\, at 6:00 PM for a special Japanese umami tasting with sake at Werqwise San Francisco. Sample different foods featuring all kinds of umami flavors — including shio koji\, miso\, and soy sauce — that make up the foundation of many Japanese foods. \nLillian Rowlatt\, co-founder of Kokoro Care Packages\, will dive into the complexity of umami flavors and the best ways to use and infuse them in your daily life.\n \nDon’t worry – we’ve got drinks covered\, too. Enjoy high-end sake alongside your umami tasting and learn the story of Sāfu Sake from Paul Dohrenwend\, its CEO. We guarantee you will not go home with an empty stomach! \nHungry yet? Take a peek the event’s tasting menu:\n1. Crunchy baked konbu (kelp) snack pairing with sake\n2. Soy sauce and mentsuyu with tofu/somen\n3. Yuzu miso-vegetable stick\n4. Dashi-simmered daikon\n5. Shiokoji-marinated chicken \n\nDate & Time:\nSeptember 30\, 2022 at 6:00 PM (PDT)\n*Check-in begins at 5:30 PM \nAgenda \n5:30-6:00 PM   Registration and Networking\n6:00 PM            Opening\n6:05-6:15 PM    Umami Presentation by Lillian Rowlatt | Co-founder\, Kokoro Care Packages\n6:15-6:20 PM    Sake Presentation by Paul Dohrenwend | CEO\, Sāfu Sake\n6:20-6:35 PM    Umami and Sake Tasting!\n6:35-6:40 PM    Closing Remarks by Steve Pollock | President\, Japan Society of Northern California\n6:40-7:00 PM    Networking\n \nVenue:\nWerqwise | 149 New Montgomery Street\, 4th Floor\, San Francisco\, CA 94105 \nPrice:\nGeneral: $20\nJSNC Members: $15 \n\nRegister here!\n\n\n__ \n\n\nOur Amazing Speakers:\n\nLillian Rowlatt | Co-Founder of Kokoro Care Packages\nFun Facts:\n1. I’m half-Japanese (my mother is from Osaka)\, half-English\, 100% Canadian and living in Los Angeles.\n2. My middle name is Hanako which is a traditional Japanese name meaning “flower child”.\n3. I lived in Kashiwazaki-shi\, Niigata-ken for two years teaching English on the JET Programme. Niigata is famous for making the best sake in Japan and for its huge snowfalls.\n4. I’m a bit of a math nerd and was ranked #1 in North America for 14 years while taking Kumon as a child.\n5. I’m a terrible singer yet love to hold the mic in karaoke. Apologies to your ears… \n___ \n\nPaul Dohrenwend | CEO of Sāfu Sake\nPaul launched Sāfu Sake in September 2020\, a year and a half after he started the Wharton MBA Program for Executives. Just weeks after its first bottles landed in the United States\, Sāfu Sake entered the New York World Wine and Spirits Competition and won a double gold medal\, the second-highest award granted in the international contest. It wasn’t long before Sāfu Sake hit the shelves in Costco\, and today you can find Sāfu Sake in numerous restaurants and liquor stores in western states. Paul has also collaborated with Michelin Star Chefs\, creating food pairing menus to convey that Sāfu Sake is a fabulous drink to pair with everything from appetizers to dessert- and it doesn’t have to just be sushi. “Sāfu” translated to English means “surf.” In the 1960s\, U.S. soldiers stationed in Japan brought their surfboards to the Japanese beaches and taught the locals how to stand up and ride the waves. \n\n___ \nIn cooperation with: \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/umami-experience-a-special-japanese-tasting-with-sake/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221002T163000
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SUMMARY:17th Annual Millbrae Japanese Culture Festival
DESCRIPTION:Don’t have any plans for October 2nd? Swing by our booth and chat with the Japan Society of Northern California team at the 17th Annual Millbrae Japanese Culture Festival on Sunday\, October 2nd\, 2022\, in Millbrae! We can’t wait to see you there. \nDate & Time:\nSunday\, October 2nd\, 2022\n10:30 am – 4:30 pm (PDT) \nVenue:\nCivic Center Plaza\n1 Library Avenue\nMillbrae\, CA 94030 \n  \nLearn more
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/17th-annual-millbrae-japanese-culture-festival/
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SUMMARY:“Ondoku” Method Workshop with Shimizu-Sensei
DESCRIPTION:Improve your speaking skills by Reading Aloud with private session and in-person Oral Performance Culmination\nYou’ve got the textbooks and flashcards. You know hiragana and katakana by heart. You’re making great progress in your Japanese skills\, but… you’re afraid of speaking. \nWhether you fear making mistakes\, being misunderstood\, or not being able to say what you want to say\, you are not alone. Speaking a new language is intimidating! But it’s also a necessary ingredient for improving your conversational skills. \nTackle your fear and learn to speak Japanese smoothly with award-winning Shimizu-sensei and her special method: Ondoku (音読\, “Ohn-doh-ku”)\, which literally translates to “reading aloud.” This intensive workshop will sharpen your reading\, writing\, and listening skills\, as well as help you speak Japanese more naturally through a series of exercises in reading aloud. Reading aloud will help you adapt to the “flow” of Japanese and make your speaking and pronunciation skills more smooth. \nWhat’s cool about this workshop is that you’ll have a 30-minute one-on-one lesson with Shimizu Sensei\, along with 2 online lessons and in-person group session “Oral Performance Culmination” session. \nQualified students must live in the Bay Area and have already taken Beginning 1 & 2 classes at the Japan Society of Northern California or have passed the JLPT N5 exam.\n___ \nRegister here!\n  \n\n  \nWorkshop Details: \n\nOnline Session (1 hour): October 4\, from 7pm-8pm / Zoom\nOnline Session (1 hour): October 11\, from 7pm-8pm / Zoom\nPrivate Session (30 mins): 3rd week of October\, individual appointment / Zoom\nIn-Person Session (2 hours): October 25\, 6:30-8:30 / in person at the JSNC San Francisco office\nCommunications such as: editing and writing by email\n\nClass Material: \n\nGENKI 1\, reading and writing section from CH 3-6\nShimizu-sensei’s original materials\n\nFee: \n$250 (Membership is required for this booking. Join and support the Japan Society! Membership can also be applied to sign up for group lessons and workshop in the future!) \n***Minimum of 4 students are required. Maximum of 8 students. Deadline to register for this class is September 25!!\n \n___ \nRegister here!\n___ \nOur Amazing Teacher: \nMASAKO SHIMIZU\nShimizu sensei grew up in Japan and graduated from Keio University in Tokyo with a B.A. in Japanese Literature. She received an M.S. in Journalism from Boston University. She worked for the Yomiuri Shimbun and TV Asahi\, reporting from Japan\, Asia\, and the US. Prior to teaching for the Japan Society\, she taught Japanese at UC Berkeley\, San Francisco State University and the University of San Francisco\, where she received an Award for Distinguished Service to Disability Issues. \nShe has focused her studies and career on improving communications between cultures. She has been an active member of the Japan Society since 2001.
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/ondoku-method-workshop-with-shimizu-sensei/
CATEGORIES:Language
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221020T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221020T183000
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SUMMARY:Building a Green Sustainable Society through California-Japan Collaboration
DESCRIPTION:**In-Person Event \nIn March of this year\, Japanese Ambassador Koji Tomita and California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC) on behalf of Japan and California. It outlines areas of cooperation to strengthen efforts to combat climate change in areas such as renewable energy\, zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs)\, energy storage\, and water conservation. \nPlease join us on Thursday\, October 20\, in Sunnyvale for a very special program to learn how Japanese companies and Silicon Valley start-ups are partnering to develop technologies and build new businesses in areas ranging from batteries to quantum computing to behavior-shaping software apps\, which will make significant contributions to reducing carbon emissions and meeting global climate change goals. \nENGLISH PROGRAM / 英語プログラム\n今年3月、サクラメントにおいて、冨田浩司駐米大使と、ギャビン・ニューサム・カリフォルニア州知事との間で、気候変動対策等に関する協力覚書への署名が行われました。この協力覚書では、気候変動、貿易及び投資、再生可能エネルギー、エネルギー貯蔵、ビジネス交流、ゼロ・エミッション車、高速鉄道その他旅客向け鉄道サービス、公共交通、水の保全及び管理が具体的協力分野として位置付けられています。 \n日本政府とカリフォルニア州における、その主な協力分野の一つである気候変動対策等に関する取組における協力を一層の強化につなげる一助となることを目指したイベントを開催します。 \nシリコンバレーにおける日本企業の先進的な技術等の貢献・ベストプラクティスを紹介し、また、アメリカ側からは、日本企業との協業　グリーン系スタートアップが登壇しプレゼンテーションを行います。 \n_ \nDate and Time:\nThursday\, October 20th\, 2022 from 3:30-6:30pm (PDT)\n \n__ \nVenue: \nPlug and Play Tech Center | 440 N Wolfe Rd\, Sunnyvale\, CA 94085\n*Light food and drink will be provided. \n__ \nAgenda:\n3:30-4:00pm  Registration\n4:00-4:10pm Opening Remark\, Yasushi Noguchi | Consul-General of Japan in San Francisco\n& Special Guest Remarks\n4:10-4:30pm Fireside Chat\, Tess Hatch | Partner\, Bessemer Ventures Partners and Bill Bien | Chief Executive Officer\, Forever Oceans & International Climate Tech & ESG Innovator\n4:30-4:55pm Companies Presentation ( 7min each x 3)\n4:55-5:10pm  Break | Networking and Refreshment\n5:10-5:20pm  Entertainment\, Kyle & Su | Tsugaru Shamisen\n5:20-5:50pm Companies Presentation (7min each x 3 or 4)\n5:50-5:55pm Closing Remark\, Steve Pollock | President\, Japan Society of Northern California\n5:55-6:30pm Networking \n___ \nPrice:\nFREE! \n____ \n \n____ \n____ \nOur Amazing Speakers!\nTess Hatch | Partner\, Bessemer Venture Partners\nBill Bien | Chief Executive Officer\, Forever Oceans & International Climate Tech & ESG Innovator \n__ \nCompany Presentations\n_ \n_ \nSurya Josyula | Sr. Director\, Fujitsu Research of America\, Inc. \n_ \n_ \n_\nSatoshi Tobinaga | Special Project Manager\, H.I.S. U.S.A. Holding\, Inc. \nH.I.S. U.S.A. Holding\, Inc. is a sub-company of H.I.S. Group which operates one of the biggest travel agencies in Japan. H.I.S. U.S.A. Holding\, Inc. operates the entire H.I.S. branches in North America but also seeks to find possibilities for the co-creation of new businesses with startup companies. Since 2019\, HIS USA has invested and R&D on companies in the travel industry and outside it\, including entertainment\, energy\, agriculture\, robotics\, and retail. H.I.S. Group has the capability to test new technologies/services before the products hit the intended market by using its worldwide network\, its own OTA website\, and the gargantuan theme park they own in Japan. \n_\nRaymond Zheng | Managing Director\, Honda Xcelerator Program\, Honda Innovations \nHeadquartered in Silicon Valley and operating globally\, Honda Innovations drives corporate transformation within all areas of Honda. Its strategic investment and open innovation program\, Honda Xcelerator\, is a catalyst to accelerate new businesses and back early-stage technologies. From direct investment and co-development to strategic partnership with startups\, Honda Innovations’ focus is building a better world by realizing the carbon-neutral future of mobility. \n_ \nNobuyuki “Nobu” Baba | Senior Vice President\, General Manager of Silicon Valley Branch Mitsubishi Corporation(Americas) \n_ \n_ \n____ \nEntertainment\n \nKyle & Su | Tsugaru Shamisen \nToday\, Kyle & Su will take you on a musical adventure with “Tsugaru Shamisen”\, a modern and energetic style from Northern Japan. Based in Santa Cruz\, CA and Berlin\, Germany\, Kyle & Su have dedicated themselves to spreading shamisen music and knowledge about this fascinating instrument across the world. They teach\, perform\, and create learning materials\, encouraging anyone interested to start learning to play themselves in a supportive community.   \n___ \nIn Cooperation with:_ \n \n_
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/building-a-green-sustainable-society-through-california-japan-collaboration/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Community,Innovation
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221021T170000
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SUMMARY:スタンフォードの眠れる教室著者、西野精治教授の「ぐっすり眠れていますか?」スペシャルトークイベント
DESCRIPTION:*Program is in Japanese | 日本語プログラム\n**In-Person Event\n北加日本商工会議所 ・日本航空株式会社・北カリフォルニアジャパンソサエティ 共催イベント \n普段から人一倍ストレスと多忙を極める、シリコンバレー在住のみなさまにとって、睡眠改善による心身の健康維持が気になっておられる方も多いのではないでしょうか？ \n「睡眠」こそ、自身のパフォーマンスを最大化するために必要不可欠なもの。　 \n世界的な睡眠研究の権威である西野精治教授に、最新のデータを踏まえ、改めて睡眠について語っていただきます。 \n西野教授は、「スタンフォードの眠れる教室」などのベストセラーの著書でもあります。2017年流行語大賞トップ10にも選出された「睡眠負債」や「黄金の90分」といったキーワードがご記憶に残っておられる方も多いと思います。 \n今回のトークイベントは日本航空株式会社が二年前から西野教授と機内における睡眠の向上体験などのリサーチコラボレーションを重ねる中、睡眠の重要さをコミュニティにお伝えすることを目的とし、西野教授と日本航空株式会社のご協力のもと開催の運びとなりました。 \nお友達やご家族お誘いあわせの上、ご参加ください。皆さまのご参加をお待ちしております。 \n*____ \n\nDate & Time:\nFriday\, October 21st @ 3:30 PM\n*Check-in begins at 3:00pm \nVenue:\nMorrison & Foerster\, Palo Alto | 755 Page Mill Rd # A\, Palo Alto\, CA 94304 \nAgenda: \n3.30pm  Registration & welcome drinks\n4:00-4:05pm  Opening Remark by JAL team + Keijiro Hora\, Executive Director\, Japanese Chamber of Commerce of Northern California\n4:05-4:45pm Dr. Seiji Nishino Presentation\n4:45-5:00pm  Q&A\n5:00-5:05pm  Closing Remark Steve Pollock\, President\, Japan Society of Northern California\n5:05-5:30pm Networking and Sake\, Wine & Onigiri/Karaage! \nPrice:\nJCCNC & JSNC Member ( 北加日本商工会議所 ・北カリフォルニアジャパンソサエティのメンバーのみなさま): $10\nNon-Member (一般のみなさま): $20\n*軽食とお飲み物をご用意いたしております。\nこちらのイベントは対面イベントとなり、オンラインでのストリーミングはいたしません。 \n\n___\nRegister here!\n____ \nOur Amazing Speaker:\n\n西野 精治教授\nスタンフォード大学医学部精神科教授、同大学睡眠生体リズム研究所所長\nNOB シフトワーク研究会会長\n医師、医学博士 \n___ \n_ \n_ \n_ \n_ \n_ \nIn Cooperation With:
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/%e3%82%b9%e3%82%bf%e3%83%b3%e3%83%95%e3%82%a9%e3%83%bc%e3%83%89%e3%81%ae%e7%9c%a0%e3%82%8c%e3%82%8b%e6%95%99%e5%ae%a4%e8%91%97%e8%80%85%e3%80%81%e8%a5%bf%e9%87%8e%e7%b2%be%e6%b2%bb%e6%95%99%e6%8e%88/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221026T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221026T193000
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SUMMARY:The Art of Kabuki Makeup: Workshop with Hashigo Nakamura
DESCRIPTION:Traditional Art in Modern Japan Series\n**This is an in-person workshop with limited seating. Register today!**\nWith Halloween coming up\, let’s look to kabuki makeup for inspiration! Kabuki actor Hashigo Nakamura is returning to the Japan Society to share his expertise in this hands-on kabuki makeup workshop. \nNakamura will show you the ropes of kumadori makeup\, the stage makeup used by kabuki actors. You’ll receive a kabuki makeup kit with enough supplies for about five applications — learn how to transform yourself into a striking kabuki actor at the workshop\, then replicate the process in the comfort of your own home.   \nLove the kumadori makeup but don’t want to wear it home? We understand: we’ll have makeup remover available for you to use. \n*Please bring the following to the workshop: \n\nSmall mirror\nHeadband\nHair tie (if you have long hair)\nTowel\nLong lighter\n\n*____ \n\nDate & Time:\nWednesday\, October 26th @ 5:30 PM\n*Check-in begins at 5:00 PM \nVenue:\nDigital Garage | 717 Market St\, San Francisco\, CA 94103\n \nPrice:\nGeneral: $25\nJSNC Members: $15\n*Ticket includes workshop admission\, kabuki makeup kit\, and a light meal & drinks. \n\n___\nRegister here!\n____ \nOur Amazing Speaker:\n\nHashigo Nakamura \nComing from a regular family (he wasn’t born into the Kabuki family)\, he entered the Kabuki world in 1998 through the National Theater’s 15th annual Kabuki Actor Trainee Program and began studying under renowned actor Hashinosuke Nakamura (now Shikan Nakamura) in 2001. He performs kabuki theaters all across Japan and is also active overseas. Furthermore\, he coaches in choreography and swordplay. In 2008\, Nakamura served as a model for the book “Kabuki Narikiri Taiso” (Look-Like-a-Kabuki-Actor Exercise) that incorporates the movements of Kabuki and started holding hands-on workshops around Japan that focus on lessons that can be learned from Kabuki and Japanese tradition. He has performed at corporate training classes\, preschools\, school lectures\, and various cultural events.  Nakamura became the first brand ambassador for California Prunes in 2018. He continues to be active in a variety of fields\, which include several appearances in TV commercials and YouTube videos. Check out this and this video. \n___ \nCheck out Nakamura’s work here:
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/the-art-of-kabuki-makeup-workshop-with-hashigo-nakamura/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221031T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221031T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T221823
CREATED:20241208T213550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T002219Z
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SUMMARY:2022 U.S.-Japan Healthcare Connection: Tokyo Executive Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Introducing the latest trends in “well-being” and promoting exchanges between healthcare venture companies based in Silicon Valley and other regions and healthcare-related companies and local governments in Japan to create a new industry.
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/2022-u-s-japan-healthcare-connection-tokyo-executive-symposium/
CATEGORIES:Healthcare
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221102T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221102T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T221823
CREATED:20241208T213551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T002219Z
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SUMMARY:2022 U.S.-Japan Healthcare Connection: Awajishima Well-being Innovation Forum
DESCRIPTION:Introducing the latest trends in “well-being” and promoting exchanges between healthcare venture companies based in Silicon Valley and other regions and healthcare-related companies and local governments in Japan to create a new industry.
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/2022-u-s-japan-healthcare-connection-awajishima-well-being-innovation-forum/
CATEGORIES:Healthcare
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221117T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221117T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T221823
CREATED:20241208T213527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T002207Z
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SUMMARY:現役シリコンバレー赴任者に学ぶ！シリコンバレーの最新Tech動向と日本企業によるシリコンバレー活用最前線
DESCRIPTION:**Program is in Japanese | 日本語プログラム\n**In-Person Event\n本イベントは東京会場とシリコンバレー会場にて同時開催いたします！  \nイノベーションへの感度が高い日本企業と繋がりたい方必見！ \nSRI InternationalとTMIPによる共催イベント\n協力: Japan Society of Northern California\n『【TMIP/SRI連携】シリコンバレーの最新Tech動向と日本企業によるシリコンバレー活用最前線』をご案内いたします。 \nTMIP特別企画として、SRI International（旧Stanford Research Institute）と協力のもと、シリコンバレー赴任者、赴任経験者、イノベーション人材等を繋ぐ日米同時開催イベントを開催いたします。 \n日本会場とシリコンバレー会場をリアルタイムで繋ぐことで、シリコンバレーの空気を感じることができる臨場感のあるイベントとなっております。本イベントでは、シリコンバレーの現状・SRI先端技術のご紹介、シリコンバレー赴任者のユースケースにより分かるリアルな実態・赴任者が直面している課題に関する対談、日本企業のシリコンバレー活用術のご紹介、日米コミュニティのご紹介、参加者間でのネットワーキングを実施いたします。 \nシリコンバレーの今、シリコンバレーの活用方法について深く理解できるとともに、美味しい食事を囲みながら、シリコンバレー赴任者、赴任経験者、イノベーション人材等と交流することができます。 \n皆さまのご参加をお待ちしております！ \n\n▼シリコンバレー会場・概要\nDate & Time:\nThursday\, November 17th @ 5:00 PM (米国太平洋時間)Location:\n野村SRIイノベーションセンター\nRavenswood\, Menlo Park | 333\, Ravenswood\, Menlo Park\, CA 94025▼東京会場・概要\nDate & Time:\nFriday\, November 18th @ 10:00 AM (日本時間)Location:\nGlobal Business Hub Tokyo\n東京都千代田区大手町1－9－2 大手町フィナンシャルシティ グランキューブ3FPrice:\nFreeこちらのイベントは対面イベントとなり、オンラインでのストリーミングはいたしません。\n※定員になり次第、締め切らせて頂きます。\n\n\nAgenda:\n17:00～　挨拶\n17:05～　SRI International\, Peter Marcotullio氏による、シリコンバレー先端技術のご紹介\n17:55～　シリコンバレー赴任者(日本生命 神谷氏、三菱電機 菊田氏)による対談\n18:30～　マクニカ 佐藤氏による、日本企業のシリコンバレー活用術のご紹介\n19:05～　JSNC日本事務所代表 渡邉氏による、日米コミュニティの活用方法のご紹介\n19:20～　ネットワーキング: \n\n\n\nRegister here!\n____ \nThe Amazing Speakers:\n\n \nPeter Marcotullio\nSRI International\, Vice President\, Commercial R&D\n20年以上事業開発を行っており、SRI Internationalの商業部門の事業開発を統括。様々な起業との新規事業開発やSRI International発スタートアップの設立にも関与 \n\n\n \n神谷 佳典 氏\n日本生命保険相互会社\nHead of Nippon Life X Silicon Valley\n現在、シリコンバレーにおいて、R＆Dおよびベンチャーキャピタル・スタートアップ投資を展開し、テクノロジーの活用や新規事業創出に取り組む \n\n\n \n菊田 裕之 氏\n三菱電機オートモーティブ・アメリカ シリコンバレー\nVice President\n20年以上三菱電機のモビリティ領域の営業、企画、事業開発に従事。シリコンバレーでは、スタートアップを活用した事業開発など、幅広いイノベーション活動を推進 \n\n\n \n佐藤 篤志 氏\n株式会社マクニカ\n執行役員　イノベーション戦略事業本部 本部長\n金融機関を経て、マクニカに入社。25年間シリコンバレーやイスラエルを中心とした海外最先端スタートアップ企業のプロダクトマネジメントを経験したのち、現職にてAI・IoT、スマートファクトリー、自動運転、スマートシティなどのデジタル技術を使った新規事業立上げに従事 \n\n\n \n渡邊 哲 氏\nJapan Society of Northern California　日本事務所代表\n株式会社マキシマイズ　代表取締役\n早稲田大学　非常勤講師\n欧州で開発された大企業向けビジネスモデル・イノベーション手法の国内向け導入、イノベーションを切り口としたシリコンバレーと日本のイノベーション・コミュニティ運営など、日本のイノベーションを促進するための活動を展開
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/%e7%8f%be%e5%bd%b9%e3%82%b7%e3%83%aa%e3%82%b3%e3%83%b3%e3%83%90%e3%83%ac%e3%83%bc%e8%b5%b4%e4%bb%bb%e8%80%85%e3%81%ab%e5%ad%a6%e3%81%b6%ef%bc%81%e3%82%b7%e3%83%aa%e3%82%b3%e3%83%b3%e3%83%90%e3%83%ac/
CATEGORIES:Innovation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221117T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221117T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T221823
CREATED:20241208T213525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T215606Z
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SUMMARY:State of Diplomacy: The Future of Foreign Service
DESCRIPTION:The opening statement of the US Foreign Service Act of 1980 establishes “a career foreign service\, characterized by excellence and professionalism” as being essential to US foreign policy (source: AFSA). Yet\, the US Foreign Service has since been severely diminished\, leaving many US foreign officials and diplomats feeling “frustrated and powerless.” \nAnd now\, faced with Russia’s military actions in Ukraine\, nuclear threats and state-endorsed hostage-taking\, Hong Kong and Taiwan’s fight to remain independent from the Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) dominion and a growing need to revamp US strategy in the Middle East\, what does the future of foreign service look like? And how will the coming generation of American diplomats be equipped to fully engage with the new realities facing the world? \nJoin World Affairs\, in collaboration with the Foreign Service Association of Northern CA and the Japan Society of Northern California\, in-person on Thursday\, November 17 at 5:30 PM PT for a behind-the-scenes look at the state of American diplomacy with President of the American Foreign Service Association (AFSA) Ambassador Eric Rubin. \nAmbassador Eric Rubin joined the Foreign Service in 1985 and has spent the last 37 years advocating for the vital role of diplomacy over an exclusive reliance on political-military clout. As a serving senior foreign service officer and president of the union for the diplomatic corps\, he will present an overview of America’s main diplomatic challenges. \nStick around after the program for the opportunity to meet and mingle with Ambassador Eric Rubin during a wine and cheese reception. \nSPEAKER\nAmbassador Eric Rubin\, President of the American Foreign Service Association  \nMODERATOR\nPhilip Yun\, President & CEO of World Affairs \nRegister here!\n*Up-to-date vaccination is required to attend this event. For more information\, please visit our COVID Safety page.
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/state-of-diplomacy-the-future-of-foreign-service/
CATEGORIES:Politics/Policy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221119T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221119T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T221823
CREATED:20241208T213517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T002204Z
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SUMMARY:36th "Award of Honor" Gala
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our signature event of the year to celebrate U.S.-Japan collaboration!
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/36th-award-of-honor-gala/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221129T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221129T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T221823
CREATED:20241208T213518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T002206Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Open House Spring 2023
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Open House Spring 2023\n \nPlease join us to learn more about the Japan Society of Northern California’s Japanese Language Program! \nOur language coordinator will be available to answer questions about Japanese classes and registration\, and you will also be able to sign up for a free language assessment check with some of our qualified teachers to assist in proper class placement. \n  \nDate & Time:\nTuesday\, November 29 @ 6:00 to 7:30 PM (Pacific)\n \nVenue: Zoom \nParticipant Cap: 30 \n  \nSpace is limited\, so make sure to register soon!___ \nRegister here!\n___
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/virtual-open-house-spring-2023/
CATEGORIES:Language
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221205T070000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221205T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T221823
CREATED:20241208T213539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T002212Z
UID:10000461-1670223600-1670275800@www.usajapan.org
SUMMARY:2022 World Cup Viewing Party!
DESCRIPTION:World Cup Viewing Party!\n応援で、日本はもっと強くなる。 \nCheering on Japan in the 2022 Fifa World Cup and wondering where you can watch their next match? Not to worry\, the Japan Society of North California is here to make sure you don’t miss team Japan play. \nFill out your 2012 World Cup prediction charts and join us Monday\, December 5th to cheer on the Samurai Blue in their match against Croatia. \nWe know it’s a bit early for Monday morning\, but the World Cup comes once every four years. You don’t want to miss it! \nPlease spread the word and invite your friends or forward this email to anyone you think would be interested! \nDate and Time\nMonday\, December 7\, 2022 @ 7:00 AM — 9:30 PM \nVenue\nWerqwise\n149 New Montgomery St 4th Floor\, San Francisco\, CA 94105 \n**Please arrive 5-10 minutes early!! The building is not open to the public so we must escort you to the viewing area before the match starts!** \nPrice – Free! \n 
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/2022-world-cup-viewing-party/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221207T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221207T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T221823
CREATED:20241208T213537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T002211Z
UID:10000460-1670436000-1670443200@www.usajapan.org
SUMMARY:Japanese Language Students : Year End Karaoke Party!
DESCRIPTION:*Japanese language students only \nYear End Karaoke Party \nHello\, Japanese language students! \nPlease join us for our Year End Karaoke Party! Let’s start the holiday season with singing Japanese and English songs\, and fun conversations with classmates and teachers. This is unique opportunity to explore a hidden gem of Japantown – this is an exclusive access venue that is not advertised to the public. \nWe look forward to seeing you you! \n**Payment will be taken the day of the event** \n  \nDate: Wednesday 12.07.2022\n \nTime: 6:00PM PST \nFee: $35 (Payment taken on the day of event) \n  \nCLOSED
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/japanese-language-students-year-end-karaoke-party/
CATEGORIES:Language
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221214T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221214T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T221823
CREATED:20241208T213529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T002209Z
UID:10000457-1671037200-1671040800@www.usajapan.org
SUMMARY:(Members Only) Annual Chairman's Thank You Reception
DESCRIPTION:Annual Chairman’s Thank You Reception\n**This is an an exclusive\, members-only program.**\nThe Japan Society of Northern California is hosting our annual Chairman’s Thank You Reception from 5:00 – 6:00 PM (Pacific) on December 14\, 2022 to express our appreciation for the support from all of our members\, sponsors\, and Board directors over the past year. \n\nDate & Time:\nWednesday\, December 14th @ 5:00 PM \nVenue:\nMorgan Lewis | One Market\, Spear Street Tower\, 28th Floor\, San Francisco\n \n\n___\nMember RSVP\n___
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/members-only-annual-chairmans-thank-you-reception/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230109T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230109T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T221823
CREATED:20241208T213554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T002220Z
UID:10000469-1673280000-1673287200@www.usajapan.org
SUMMARY:(Invitation Only) Japan Night Reception
DESCRIPTION:*Invitation Only Event \nHosted by Japan Society of Northern California\, CMIC Holdings\, LINK-J \nWe will be hosting an evening of networking and conversation with colleagues in the healthcare industry. Connecting Japan with the SF/Silicon Valley ecosystem of healthcare and biotechnology industries. \nJapan Society、 CMIC、 Link-J は日米両国のバイオテクノロジーに関わるキーパーソンがサンフランシスコに集まる機会を活用し、ネットワーク構築・シナジー創出を目的としたレセプションを開催いたします。 \nIn order to provide a more personal and relaxed atmosphere than the conference\, this is an invitation only event.（予約必須-ご招待者限定） \n_ \nDate and Time:\nU.S.: Monday\, January 9th 2023\, 4:00-6:00 P.M. (PDT)\n_ \n__ \n___ \nVenue Generously Provided by \n \n 
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/invitation-only-japan-night-reception/
CATEGORIES:Healthcare,VIP
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230110T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230110T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T221823
CREATED:20241208T213528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T011614Z
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SUMMARY:Movie Chat: Watch and Discuss Japanese Films
DESCRIPTION:*For Students at an Intermediate High Level \n**This is a conversation workshop — you’ll watch movies and discuss them in Japanese with your classmates. \nDo you like watching movies? Do you also find yourself analyzing movies and talking about the context with others? Then this discussion workshop on Zoom is for you! We are now accepting students for an exciting 7-week virtual workshop. During these 1.5 hour sessions\, students will examine and discuss 2 Japanese films that will be shown over the course of the workshop. \nThese are the awesome movies: \n\n 滝田洋二郎監督のおくりびと(2008)： Departures\n黒澤明監督の「夢」より「赤富士」：Mount Fuji in Red from Akira Kurosawa’s Dreams \n\nStudents will be able to talk about each movie in length\, while also learning more about the films’ cultural and historical backgrounds. The first session will outline the full 7 weeks of the workshop. Our amazing teacher Sakamoto-sensei will then create content for the students to review prior to each session\, followed by a film discussion during the sessions. \nThis virtual workshop is the perfect opportunity to not only discover and discuss 2 awesome movies\, but also practice your Japanese with your fellow movie-loving classmates! \n  \n*This workshop is meant for those at an Intermediate High level as defined on page 7 of the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines. \n*Workshops with low enrollment may be canceled. \n  \n  \nDate: Tuesdays at 6:30 pm PST\, starting January 10th. 7 sessions in total.\n \nFee: $230 (Membership is required for this booking. Join and support the Japan Society! Membership can also be applied to sign up for group lessons and workshop in the future!) \nClass format: Zoom. We want to see your happy faces\, so we will ask all students to turn their videos on. \n  \n \nOur Amazing Teacher: \nKumiko Sakamoto\nKumiko Sakamoto has been teaching Japanese for 24 years and will continue teaching diverse backgrounds. She earned her master’s degree in Japanese Pedagogy from SFSU and admires two teaching philosophies: Natural Approach by Dr. Stephen Krashen and Depth and Complexity by Dr. Sandra Kaplan. Her teaching mission acknowledges equity in mind awareness and supports Diversity and Inclusivity. Kumiko is one of the creators of an online reading book\, “日本語で読書”\, which is supported by the Japan Foundation. Her philosophy is based on human equality and the values of lifelong education. Kumiko’s hobbies are writing movie reviews and community service.
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/movie-chat-watch-and-discuss-japanese-films-2/
CATEGORIES:Community,Language
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230118T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230118T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T221823
CREATED:20241208T213540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T002213Z
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SUMMARY:The Unimaginable World of Japanese Knives
DESCRIPTION:Explore the World of Japanese Knives\n*In-person only* \nThe popularity of Japanese knives is booming in the U.S. Join us at Bernal Cutlery in San Francisco on January 18th for a deep-dive into Japanese knives\, followed by an exclusive cutting and sharpening demonstration! Whether you are a professional chef\, an aspiring cook\, or someone who’s never held a knife in their life\, this event is open to all.  \nCome learn about the history of Japanese knives\, special sharpening techniques\, the many different types of knives (used to cut everything from sashimi to cauliflower)\, and the key differences between Japanese and Western knives. You’ll be a knife expert by the end of the day!  \nOnce you’re a pro and cutting and sharpening\, learn all about donabe (Japanese clay cooking pot) and the wide range of meals that you can use it for. \nYou don’t need to own a donabe or skills to participate in any of these classes. Just please bring your appetite for Japanese cuisine! \n*Light food and drinks will be provided. \nOur Amazing Speakers: \n \nOur amazing speaker is Josh Donald (center)\, knife guru and Co-Founder of Bernal Cutlery. \nBernal Cutlery is a full-service cutlery shop on Valencia Street in the vibrant Mission District of San Francisco. They offer knife sharpening with Japanese whetstones\, Japanese and Western culinary knives\, vintage knives\, outdoor\, pocket and craft knives\, and knife skills and sharpening classes. They also carry a wide range of kitchen tools beyond cutlery\, many directly sourced from Japanese craft makers and companies\, such as soup and rice donabes\, cast iron tea kettles from Iwate\, hand crafted wooden spatulas\, oroshiganes\, and more. Finally they have a pantry with a wide selection ranging from matcha\, coffees\, spices\, soy sauces to chocolate.\n\n \n \n\nDate & Time:\nWednesday\, January 18th at 6:00 PM (PDT) \nVenue:\nBernal Cutlery | 766 Valencia Street\, San Francisco\, CA\n*The nearest BART station is 16th Street Mission. \nPrice:\nFREE!\n*Suggested donation of $20 at the door or upon online registration.\n**We reserve the right to refuse participation in the event. \n\n  \n \n___
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/the-unimaginable-world-of-japanese-knives/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230119T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230119T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T221823
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SUMMARY:Innovation Salon: CES2023を復習しよう。複数の視点から分析します。
DESCRIPTION:Innovation Salon: CES2023を復習しよう。複数の視点から分析します。\nカンファレンスCES2023の最新情報を鋭く解説\n**This program is in Japanese | 日本語プログラム\n毎年1月、ラスベガスで開催される、コンシューマー・エレクトロニクス・ショー (CES)。世界各国から最新のエレクトロニクス製品が集合し、その年の技術トレンドが俯瞰できる注目イベントです。皆さまの中にも実際に参加されたことがある方、ご予定されている方も大勢いらっしゃるかと思います。 \nシリコンバレーで日本企業を長年サポートするコンサルタントが、巨大なCES2023をユニークな切り口で読み解き、複数の観点から技術動向について解説します。また後半は、各業界からスペシャルゲストを迎え、CES2023の印象、インサイト、「実は…」な話、雑感も含めたざっくばらんな座談会も予定しています。どうぞお楽しみに！ \nDate & Time:\nUS: January 19\, 2023 at 3:30 PM PDT \nJapan: January 20\, 2023 at 8:30 AM JST\n\nLocation:\nOnline via Zoom (You will receive the Zoom link after registration) \nAgenda\n3:30 – 3:35 Opening 海部美知 (Michi Kaifu) | CEO\, ENOTECH & Japan Society of Northern California\, Member of the Board\n3:35 – 3:55 海部美知 (Michi Kaifu) | CEO\, ENOTECH & 渡辺千賀 (Chika Watanabe) | Blueshift 代表\n3:55 – 4:35 座談会 with Special Guests\n4:35 – 4:55 Q&A\n4:55 – 5:00 Closing Steve Pollock | President\, Japan Society of Northern California \n _ \nRegister here!\n___\nOur Amazing Speakers!\n \n海部美知 (Michi Kaifu) | CEO\, ENOTECH\n1999 年にエノテック・コンサルティングを設立。米国と日本のIT・新技術に関する経営戦略・パートナー戦略・事業開発を手がける。技術の中味まで踏み込み、シリコンバレーでの最先端の動きに対応した戦略立案・アドバイスが強み。本田技研の海外営業担当を経て、海外事業黎明期のNTT 米国現地法人と、米モバイル通信ベンチャーの初期メンバーとしていずれも事業開発を担当。1998 年にENOTECH Consulting を設立しコンサルティング業務を開始。主な著書に『シリコンバレーの金儲け（講談社+α 新書、2020 年）』『ビッグデータの覇者たち（講談社現代新書、2013 年）』『パラダイス鎖国（アスキー新書、2008 年）』がある。テクマトリックス株式会社（日本）及び、Harmonic Drive LLC（米国）の 社外取締役、成蹊大学客員教授、北カリフォルニア・ジャパンソサエティ理事。 \n_ \n \n渡辺千賀 (Chika Watanabe) | Blueshift 代表\nテクノロジー領域での日米企業間提携をサポートするシリコンバレーのコンサルティング会社、Blueshift Global Partners の創業者。最先端のイノベーションにフォーカスし、投資と共同事業開発を組み合わせたアライアンスの最適なあり方を提案、日本の大手企業の米国テクノロジーベンチャー探索・関係づくりや、日本のベンチャーの米国進出のサポート、米国ベンチャーの日本進出支援を行なっている。Blueshift 起業以前は、三菱商事に同社営業部門で初めての女性総合職として入社、IT 関係のハード・ソフト米国ベンチャーへの投資や投資先の日本での事業開発に携わった。その後、マッキンゼー社でマネジメントコンサルタントとして大手電機メーカーのインターネット戦略などを手がけた。 \n_ \n_ \n \n \nSpecial Guests\n \nRyoji Koike (小池 良次) | CEO\, Aerial Innovation\, LLC\n情報通信システム/商業無人飛行機システムを専門とするリ サーチャーおよびコンサルタント。情報通信放送分野のコンサルティング会社 Contents DotCom 社代表。商業無人飛行機システムのコンサルティング会社 Aerial Innovation LLC 最高経営責任者。早大IT戦略研究所客員研究員。国際大学グローコム・シニアーフェロー。情報通信総合研究所上席リサーチャー。在米約 30 年、現在サンフランシスコ郊外在住。  \n_ \n \nKaori Nishibayashi (西林加織) | 三井不動産株式会社 柏の葉街づくり推進部 主事 & Stanford University US-Asia Technology Management Center Visiting Scholar\n三井不動産に入社後、経理部にて国内外100以上の三井不動産グループの連結決算を担当。開示業務、監査対応、新規事業立ち上げ時の会計上の影響をシミュレーション業務等に従事。2015年より柏の葉スマートシティを担当。従来の不動産業を超えた新産業創造に向け、アカデミアやスタートアップとの連携を推進。2022年9月より会社のトライアル第一号としてスタンフォード大学に派遣。現在、パロアルトを拠点に日本とシリコンバレーの橋渡しに向けて鋭意活動中。\n_ \n \nTak Yamada (山田 智浩) Senior Engineer\, Panasonic Automotive Systems of America\n2005年、松下電器産業（株）（現在のパナソニックオートモーティブシステムズ（株））に入社。エンジニアとして車載向けマルティメディア機器の技術開発・商品開発に従事し、後部座席用のモニタや電子インナーミラーなどの開発を担当。2019年秋からシリコンバレーに駐在し、マウンテンビューを拠点にカーOEMとの新規事業創出や、車載関連の新規技術およびスタートアップの探索を推進中。 \n \n\nShintaro Yamauchi（山内 慎太朗) | Manager\, Marketing & Business Development\n2014年、丸紅情報システムズ（株）に入社。財務課に配属となり、外国・国内為替や決算業務を担当。2016年よりシンガポールに駐在しASEAN地域でのビジネスに従事。その後半導体IC製品の国内営業を経て、2022年4月よりシリコンバレー駐在。現在、AI・IoTを注目領域として、スタートアップを日本へ展開するべく活動中。 \nRegister here!\n_ \nProgram Generously Sponsored By
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/innovation-salon-ces2023%e3%82%92%e5%be%a9%e7%bf%92%e3%81%97%e3%82%88%e3%81%86%e3%80%82%e8%a4%87%e6%95%b0%e3%81%ae%e8%a6%96%e7%82%b9%e3%81%8b%e3%82%89%e5%88%86%e6%9e%90%e3%81%97%e3%81%be%e3%81%99/
CATEGORIES:Innovation
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SUMMARY:(Hybrid Event) Disrupting Education\, Business and Innovation – from a leading Visionary in Japan
DESCRIPTION:*Hybrid Event \nWith a long-term vision to connect knowledge\, human and capital\, Yoshito Hori is changing Japan and the way the world thinks about education\, business and venture capital. With a vision to disrupt education\, Mr. Hori created GLOBIS University to create a new kind of purpose (kokorozashi)-driven challenge seeking leaders through new Technovate (technology + innovate) courses. As GLOBIS educates a new generation of transformational leaders and thinkers\, Mr. Hori is focused on disrupting business models by using technology and placing an emphasis on community/eco-system. His venture capital style encourages a hands-on approach\, believing in the possibility of entrepreneurs. Mr. Hori is currently considered a leading visionary in Japan. Please join this event and expand your vision of what is truly possible when you combine purpose and passion and believe in possibility. \n_ \nDate and Time:\nU.S.: Wednesday\, January 25th 2023 at 4:00 P.M. (PDT)\nJapan: Thursday\, January 26th\, 2023 at 9:00 A.M. (JST)\n*For in-person participants\, registration begins at 3:30 P.M.\n \nAgenda (Pacific Time):\n3:30-4:00 Registration\n4:00-5:00 Program\n5:00 Networking (For in-person participants) \n_ \n___ \nJoining us in person? We are excited to see you! (Only 100 seats!) \nVenue: Skadden\, Arps\, Slate\, Meagher & Flom LLP\n525 University Avenue\, 14th Floor\,  Palo Alto\, CA 94301 \nSkadden welcomes fully vaccinated guests to firm offices and events. Attendees will be asked to present ID and vaccination card upon arrival. Please be sure to bring your proof of vaccination (either a photo or the vaccination card). It is required to provide proof of vaccination upon entry. \nJoining us Online?\nThe Zoom link will be sent in the registration confirmation email. \nPrice:\nFREE!\nSuggested donation $20 at the door or online upon registration. \n__ \nIN-PERSON Registration \n \n__ \nZoom Registration\n \nOUR AMAZING SPEAKERS\n__ \nYoshito Hori | Founder and President\, GLOBIS University Founder and Managing Partner\, GLOBIS Capital Partners \nMr. Yoshito Hori established GLOBIS in 1992\, a business school which was accredited by the Japanese Government in 2006. Now GLOBIS University has an annual intake of more than 1200 MBAs and is considered by many to be the No.1 Business School in Japan. He also founded GLOBIS Capital in 1996\, which in 1999 formed a joint venture with Apax\, later became GLOBIS Capital Partners (GCP). GCP is often viewed as the No.1 Venture Capital Firm in Japan based on terms of track record\, size and reputation. In 2008\, he launched the G1 Summit—a Japanese version of WEF’s annual Davos Forum. G1 Institute has become a leading community and think tank to improve the state of Japan.  \nHe has dedicated support to the recovery from the Great Eastern Earthquake through the KIBOW Foundation. He has supported the revitalization of his hometown Mito through ownership of the Professional Basketball Team\, Ibaraki Robots. In 2022\, he started a Rock Festival\, named “LuckyFes”. He authored several books\, including Visionary Leaders Who Create and Innovate Societies\, and My Personal Mission Statement. Mr. Hori received his BS in engineering from Kyoto University and his MBA from Harvard Business School. He is married and enjoys swimming and spending time with his family and five sons.  \n____ \n__ \n__ \nModerator\, Tracy Gopal | Founder\, Third Arrow Strategies LLC & Executive Board Director of the Japan Society of Northern California\n \nTracy Gopal is an Executive Board Director of the Japan Society of Northern California. She is the Founder of Third Arrow Strategies LLC\, a boutique advisory firm focused on improving corporate governance\, stewardship\, and workforce diversity in Japan. She is also the Founder of the Japan Board Diversity Network (JBDN). The JBDN is dedicated to the promotion of skills-based\, well-trained\, diversely comprised boards dedicated to value creation and investor engagement. The JBDN global network advances corporate governance and board diversity through training\, inspiring\, and placing its members in board positions. \n__ \n_________ \n____ \n___ \nVenue Generously Provided by \n \n 
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/hybrid-event-disrupting-education-business-and-innovation-from-a-leading-visionary-in-japan/
CATEGORIES:Community,Innovation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230126T163000
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SUMMARY:(Hybrid Event) Japan Outlook 2023
DESCRIPTION:*Hybrid Event \nEvery January the Japan Society of Northern California hosts Japan Outlook\, a program that looks at political\, security and economic trends in Japan and prospects for the US-Japan relationship in the coming year. This year will be full of challenges\, including a likely recession and tech downturn\, rising security threats in Asia\, continuing hits on supply chains\, food shipments and energy prices due to the Ukraine war and the urgent need to adopt green technologies faster. Never has the US-Japan relationship been more important. This year we will see at least three meetings between our Leaders\, culminating in Prime Minister Kishida’s visit to San Francisco for the APEC Leaders Meeting in November\, who will guide how our two countries address the significant challenges that 2023 will bring. \nWe are delighted to have a very special speaker for the Japan Outlook program this year\, State Department Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for East Asia Affairs Mark Lambert who will be visiting the Bay Area that week. Secretary Lambert will talk with unparalleled expertise on how the US-Alliance will work to promote peace and prosperity in the Asia Pacific region. Don’t miss this program which Japan Society Chairman Larry Greenwood will moderate. \n_ \nDate and Time:\nU.S.: Thursday\, January 26th 2023 at 4:30 P.M. (PDT)\nJapan: Friday\, January 27th\, 2023 at 9:30 A.M. (JST)\n*For in-person participants\, registration begins at 4:00 P.M.\n \nAgenda (Pacific Time):\n4:00 Registration opens\n4:30 – 4:35 Welcome by Larry Greenwood | Board Chair\, Japan Society of Northern California & Senior Advisor\, BowerGroupAsia\n4:35 – 4:40  Scene Setter and Introduction of Mark Lambert | Deputy Assistant Secretary of State\, Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs\n4:40 – 5:00 Presentation by Mark Lambert | Deputy Assistant Secretary of State\, Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs\n5:00 – 5:30 Moderated discussion\n5:30 – 6:00 Audience Q&A\n6:00– Closing Steve Pollock | President\, Japan Society of Northern California\n6:00 – 6:15 Networking\n \nJoining us in person? We are excited to see you! \nVenue: Morrison & Foerster LLP\n425 Market St\, San Francisco\, CA 94105 \n*No Walk-ins. Please note due to building security advanced registered is required for this event* \nJoining us Online?\nThe Zoom link will be sent in the registration confirmation email. \nPrice:\nFREE!\n \n__IN-PERSON Registration \n \n__ \nZoom Registration\n \nOUR AMAZING SPEAKERS \n \nMark Lambert | Deputy Assistant Secretary of State\, Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs \nMark Lambert has extensive experience in East Asia. He previously served in the International Organizations Bureau where he established an office aimed at protecting UN integrity from authoritarianism. As Special Envoy for North Korean Affairs\, he participated in negotiations with the DPRK aimed at the denuclearization of that country and devised and implemented a global pressure campaign to enforce UN Security Council Resolutions. As Director of the Office of Korean Affairs he helped shape the response to ballistic missile launches and nuclear tests conducted by North Korea. Read more here. \n  \n__ \n\nModerator\, Larry Greenwood | Board Chair\, Japan Society of Northern California & Senior Advisor\, BowerGroupAsia\nLarry Greenwood is a consultant advising on government relations and international economic policy\, with expertise in trade\, finance\, development\, and Asia. Larry was a career diplomat from 1976 to 2006 and served in a variety of positions in the State Department in Washington\, D.C.\, and at U.S. embassies in Manila\, Dakar\, Tokyo\, and Singapore. After retiring from the Foreign Service\, he worked as vice president at the Asian Development Bank in Manila\, Philippines\, where he oversaw loan and grant operations in East and Southeast Asia and the Pacific Island countries\, and as Senior Managing Director for government relations in Asia for MetLife based in Tokyo. After moving to the Bay Area in 2015 he joined the BowerGroupAsia and served as President of the Japan Society of Northern California from 2016-2019.\n \n___ \n__ \n__Venue Generously Provided by \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/hybrid-event-japan-outlook-2023/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Politics/Policy
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230129T140000
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! Kyudo and Iaido Workshop at Redwood Kyudojo
DESCRIPTION:**SOLD OUT! Please email gillian@usajapan.org to be put on waiting list** \nTraditional Art in Modern Japan series \n**In-person event. This event is limited to 20 people\, so make sure you sign up quickly to reserve your spot!** \nKYUDO\, or the “Way of the Bow\,” is the Japanese martial art of archery and is practiced by thousands globally. This martial art traces its origins back to prehistoric times\, when the use of the bow and arrow proliferated. The system of Kyudo and its techniques have changed over time\, but the version that we see now has endured since the Edo period. Today\, Kyudo is primarily practiced for its educational and athletic aspects\, as a way to discipline your mind and body. \nIAIDO\, or the “Way of the Sword\,” is a martial art form developed as a defensive method to counter surprise attacks and enemy raids in fifteenth and sixteenth century Japan. The purpose of iaido was to slay an opponent with one stroke of the sword immediately after unsheathing. \nJoin us for a unique experience to practice both of these traditional martial art forms in the private Redwood Kyudojo surrounded by a tranquil forest of breathtaking Redwood trees. Participants will receive a comprehensive introduction of both Kyudo and Iaido and how they have evolved in the modern age\, diving into the unique development of these martial arts across the long history of Japan. We will also learn about the traditions\, equipment\, spiritual aspects\, differences\, and more! Our amazing speakers Maria and Tim of Redwood Kyudojo and George Nishiura\, will show a small demo before letting YOU try out Kyudo and Iaido.  Maria is Renshi 6 Dan and President of American Kyudo Association. Tim is Renshi 5 Dan. George is Iaido 5 Dan. \n**This event is limited to 20 people so make sure you sign up quickly to reserve your spot. Parking is limited and carpool is recommended.** \n_ \n▼Event Details\nDate & Time:\nSunday\, January 29\, 2023\n2:00-4:00PM\nLocation: \nRedwood Kyudojo | 202 Sylvan Way\, La Honda\, CA 94020\nPrice: $25.00\nAttire:\n– comfortable workout clothing\n– layers\, as it is chilly in the redwoods\n– warm socks\, as we will take off shoes in the dojo \nOUR AMAZING SPEAKERS__ \n\nMaria Peterson | Renshi 6th Dan\, Founder of Redwood Kyudojo Maria Peterson works as Director Innovation Strategies\, JSR Life Sciences. Maria was inspired by the beauty and power of the Japanese bow and began her kyudo study in 1994 in California. In 2016 she designed and built the first kyudojo on the West Coast\, Redwood Kyudojo\, in La Honda\, California. Maria is President of Redwood Kyudojo\, also President of the Northern California Kyudo Federation (NCKF)\, President of the American Kyudo Renmei (AKR)\, and a Director of the International Kyudo Federation (IKYF). She has the rank of Renshi 6-dan (ANKF) and Sanbontou (Ogasawara-Ryu). Together with Tim\, she leads regular kyudo sessions at Redwood Kyudojo for a growing group of students. \n  \nTim Macmillan | Renshi 5th Dan Tim Macmillan began his kyudo study in the UK and was invited to Japan to learn kyudo from Hideharu Onuma Hanshi. In 2012 Tim and Maria met through one of the joint practices of the NCKF. They were married in 2019 and continue to co-teach at Redwood Kyudojo. Tim has trained in Yabusame (horse archery) and performs at Nikko Toshogu in the Fall events. In 2021 Tim and Maria opened Ogasawara-Ryu America; Tim is Shibucho (Head) and Maria is Jimukyoku (Secretary). Tim is Renshi 5-dan (ANKF) and Nurimuchi (Ogasawara-Ryu).\n \n  \n_ \n_ \n  \nGeorge Nishiura |Iaido 5th Dan\, Kendo 7th Dan\, Kyoshi After a long time training in Kendo since his youth\, George started Iaido training in 2006 under late Richard Tanaka sensei (5 dan) in Campbell CA. In 2012\, George opened his own non-profit club in Palo Alto\, when he received 4-Dan rank (instructor rank) in New York City. Since then\, George received 5 Dan in 2018\, and have organized and attended numerous iaido trainings both in the U.S. and in Japan. During the COVID era\, George started Zoom online classes and is continuing to do so today. George is a Board member of Northern California Kendo Federation (NCKF) iaido group. \n 
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/sold-out-kyudo-and-iaido-workshop-at-redwood-kyudojo/
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! State of Web3/Metaverse
DESCRIPTION:Topics of Silicon Valley – Japan Connection \nSOLD OUT! Due to venue capacity\, we cannot allow walk-ins. \nRegistered Guests: Please arrive early to secure a seat! \n**In Person Event (English Program)** \nDigital Garage in cooperation with the Japan Society of Northern California is bringing together the Web3/Metaverse community for seminars\, panels\, workshops\, and more!  \nJapan is at the forefront of creating evolving content for the Web3/Metaverse space\, including not only manga\, anime\, and character goods but also design\, concept and social aspects. \n Come join us to hear Silicon Valley based experts\, entrepreneurs\, investors\, enterprises and influencers thoughts on “what is really happening right now” in this field and why the Japan can be the “key” for Web3/Metaverse industry. Don’t fall behind the curve and miss out on the opportunity to hear the expert voices of the season.  \nThis program is generously supported by Consulate General of Japan in San Francisco. \n英語プログラムマンガ、アニメ、プロダクトなど、Web3/メタバースの進化系コンテンツを創出する日本。アメリカを拠点に取り組む起業家、投資家、大企業、インフルエンサーから「今まさに起きていること」を共有していただきます。また、アメリカ企業からは、日本市場の魅力について語っていただきます。Web3/メタバースエクスパートから、旬の声を聞いてみませんか? \nプログラムスポンサー：サンフランシスコ日本国総領事館 \n▼Event Details\nDate & Time:\nWednesday\, February 8th \n3:30-4:00 PM  Registration4:00-6:30 PM  Program6:30-7:00 PM  Networking\nLocation: \nDG717 Digital Garage 717 Market St\, San Francisco\, CA 94103\nPrice: *Free Suggested donation $20 at the door or online upon registration\n\nClick below to read more about our amazing speakers:\nLearn More\n  \nAGENDA:\n4:00-4:05 PM  Opening Remarks\nYasushi Noguchi | Consul-General of Japan in San Francisco  \n4:05-4:10 PM  Greetings and Introduction\nRocky Mitsuhashi & Maika Isogawa | DG717  \n4:10-4:40 PM  SESSION 1\nBay Area Japanese Founders in Web3/Metaverse\nModerator: Kazushi Okamoto | Nonagon Capital \n\nMaika Isogawa | Webacy\, Founder and CEO\nDatz Itsuki Daito | DeStore\, Co-Founder and CEO\nNao Yukawa | DeMind\, Founder and CEO\n\n\n\n\n4:40-5:00 PM  SESSION 2: Startup Presentation\nUS Web3 Start-Ups in Japan Market\nModerator: Maika Isogawa | Webacy\, Founder and CEO \n \n\nAlex Kehr | SuperLocal\, Founder and CEO\nKai Chen | Parasol\, CEO\n\n5:00-5:15 PM  SESSION 3: Fireside Chat\nForefront of Creating Evolving Japanese Content in Web3/Metaverse\n \n\nRehito Hatoyama | Hatoyama Studio\, CEO\nEmi Yoshikawa | Ripple\, VP\, Strategy and Operations\n\n5:15-5:25 PM  Break & Refreshments\n \n5:25-5:40 PM  Entertainment\n \n\nYOYOKA | Drum Performance \n\n5:40-6:05 PM  SESSION 4: Enterprise Panel Discussion\nJapanese Enterprises in Web3/Metaverse\nModerator: Rocky Mitsuhashi | DG717 \, President \n\nYurie Iino | NTT DoCoMo Ventures\, Manager\nKen Naganuma Ph.D. | Hitachi America\, Researcher\nLudovic Copere | Sony Ventures\, Senior Investment Director\nJay Onda | Marubeni Ventures\, Director\n\n6:05-6:20 PM  SESSION 5: Fireside Chat\nSocial Impact in Web3/Metaverse \n\nKoki Uchiyama | Hottolink Founder and Group CEO\nNaoko Okumoto | NIREMIA Collective\, Founder and CEO\n\n\n6:20-6:30 PM  Closing Remarks \n\nRocky Mitsuhashi | DG717\, President\n\nSteve Pollock | Japan Society of Northern California\, President\n\n\n 6:30-7:00 PM  Networking \n\n\n\n\nRegister here!\n____ \nIn cooperation with \n \nGenerously supported by \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/sold-out-state-of-web3-metaverse/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230224T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230224T180000
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SUMMARY:Members Only VIP Reception Welcoming Ambassador Fujisaki & Consul General Noguchi 
DESCRIPTION:**In Person Event** \nOn Friday\, February 24\, Japan Society of Northern California will be hosting a private VIP reception for Ambassador Ichiro Fujisaki and Consul General Yasushi Noguchi. As many of you know\, Amb. Fujisaki is a legendary figure in US-Japan relations\, having served as Japan’s Ambassador to the US from 2008-2012. He is making a brief visit to San Francisco. We are also delighted to welcome the Consul General of Japan in San Francisco\, Mr. Noguchi\, at the same event. Like Amb. Fujisaki\, CG Noguchi is a great friend of the United States and the Japan Society of Northern California. This is an excellent opportunity to meet two leading diplomats from Japan.This reception will be held on Friday\, February 24\, from 4:00-6:00 PM at the Morgan Lewis office located at One Market Street in San Francisco. There will be a small charge of $15 to cover our costs\, and you must register and pay in advance in order to attend the event.
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/members-only-vip-reception-welcoming-ambassador-fujisaki-consul-general-noguchi/
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SUMMARY:US & Japan vs. China: Cooperation and Competition in the War for Technology Leadership | Palo Alto
DESCRIPTION:**In Person Event** \nChina’s rapid progress in technology development and its goal\, outlined in its Made in China  2025 plan\, to be globally dominant in high tech manufacturing\, has raised concerns in the US and Japan about the economic and security implications of Chinese domination in sensitive technology sectors such as semiconductors\, AI\, and quantum computing. Japan and the US are both making investments in domestic technology development and manufacturing\, taking measures to restrict China’s access to advanced technologies\, and encouraging companies diversify supply chains away from China. \n Is there more Japan and the US can do to cooperate to leverage complementary strengths to better compete with China in technology development and deployment? \n Please come hear a timely discussion of this critical topic which is directly relevant to Silicon Valley from two top experts in this field\, Professor Kazuto Suzuki of Tokyo University and Ambassador Kurt Tong of the Asia Group. Kurt Walter Tong is an American diplomat and business consultant\, and the former Consul General of the United States of America to Hong Kong and Macau. He joined The Asia Group LLC as a Partner in July 2019. He previously was Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Department of State’s Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs and replaced Clifford Hart in Hong Kong in August 2016. He arrived in Hong Kong on August 27\, 2016\, to assume his position as the Consul General. \n▼Event Details\nDate & Time:\nMonday\, February 27th \n3:30 Registration begins\n4:00-4:05 Welcome and Scene Setting by Larry Greenwood | Board Chair\, Japan Society of Northern California & Senior Advisor\, BowerGroupAsia\n4:05-4:13 Brief Remarks by Prof. Kazuto Suzuki | Graduate School of Public Policy at the University of Tokyo\, Japan & Director of the Institute of Geoeconomics at International House of Japan\n4:13-4:21 Brief Remarks by Amb. Kurt Tong | Managing Partner\, The Asia Group\n4:21-4:50 Moderated discussion by Larry Greenwood \n4:50-5:10 Q&A\n5:10-5:15 Closing Remarks Steve Pollock | President\, Japan Society of Northern California\n5:15-6:00 Networking\nLocation: \nMorrison Foerster | 755 Page Mill Road\, Bldg. A\, Palo Alto\, CA 94304\nPrice: *Free Suggested donation: $20 at the door or online upon registration\n\n\nRegister here!\n____ \nThe Amazing Speakers:\n\nAmb. Kurt Tong | Managing Partner\, The Asia Group\nAmbassador Kurt Tong is Managing Partner at The Asia Group\, where he leads the firm’s  work in Japan and the broader East Asia region. Before joining The Asia Group\, Ambassador Tong was an American diplomat for 30 years. From 2016 to 2019\, he served as Consul General and Chief of Mission in Hong Kong and Macau. He was the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Economic and Business Affairs at the State Department from 2014 to 2016\, guiding the Department’s efforts as its most senior career diplomat handling economic affairs. He also served as the Deputy Chief of Mission and Chargé d’Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo from 2011 to 2014\, setting the stage for Japan’s entry into the Trans-Pacific Partnership. Ambassador Tong was Ambassador for Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) in 2011\, leading the U.S. chairmanship of the organization during one of the most productive periods for APEC. He worked in the White House as Director for Asian Affairs during the George W. Bush Administration and handled negotiations with North Koreaon nuclear issues and other matters there and at the Department of State. In addition to Hong Kong and Tokyo\, his overseas postings include Beijing\, Seoul and Manila. \n\n\nProf. Kazuto Suzuki | Graduate School of Public Policy at the University of Tokyo\, Japan & Director of the Institute of Geoeconomics at International House of Japan\nProf\, Suzuki graduated from the Department of International Relations\, Ritsumeikan University\, and received Ph.D. from Sussex European Institute\, University of Sussex\, England. He has worked in the Fondation pour la recherche stratégique in Paris\, France as assistant researcher and the Associate Professor at the University of Tsukuba from 2000 to 2008 and served as Professor of International Politics at Hokkaido University until 2020. He served as an expert in the Panel of Experts for Iranian Sanction Committee under the United Nations Security Council from 2013 to July 2015. He currently serves as a member of the National Space Policy Committee of the Cabinet Office\, the Government of Japan\, and the President of Japan Association of International Security and Trade. His research focuses on the conjunction of science/technology and international relations; subjects including space policy\, non-proliferation\, export control and sanctions. His recent work includes Space and International Politics (2011\, in Japanese\, awarded Suntory Prize for Social Sciences and Humanities)\, Policy Logics and Institutions of European Space Collaboration (2003) and many others. \n\nModerator: Larry Greenwood | Board Chair\, Japan Society of Northern California & Senior Advisor\, BowerGroupAsia\nLarry Greenwood is a consultant advising on government relations and international economic policy\, with expertise in trade\, finance\, development\, and Asia. Larry was a career diplomat from 1976 to 2006 and served in a variety of positions in the State Department in Washington\, D.C.\, and at U.S. embassies in Manila\, Dakar\, Tokyo\, and Singapore. After retiring from the Foreign Service\, he worked as vice president at the Asian Development Bank in Manila\, Philippines\, where he oversaw loan and grant operations in East and Southeast Asia and the Pacific Island countries\, and as Senior Managing Director for government relations in Asia for MetLife based in Tokyo. After moving to the Bay Area in 2015 he joined the BowerGroupAsia and served as President of the Japan Society of Northern California from 2016-2019. \n. \nGenerously Supported by: \n \nVenue Generously Provided by:\n \n 
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/us-japan-vs-china-cooperation-and-competition-in-the-war-for-technology-leadership-palo-alto/
CATEGORIES:Innovation,Politics/Policy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230227T160000
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SUMMARY:Invitation Only : VIP Dinner with Amb. Tong and Prof. Suzuki
DESCRIPTION:**In Person Event**\nInvitation Only : Board Director\, Leadership Circle Members & Corporate Members ONLY\n \nPlease join us for a private dinner with Amb. Tong and Prof. Suzuki following their program on 2/27 entitled: US & Japan vs. China: Cooperation and Competition in the War for Technology Leadership. Ambassador Tong is Managing Partner at The Asia Group\, where he leads the firm’s work on Japan and East Asia. He was an American diplomat for more than 30 years\, and served in key roles in Japan\, Hong Kong\, Macau and many other places in Asia. He was actively involved in Japan’s entry in the Trans-Pacific Partnership\, and led the US participation in APEC. Prof. Suzuki is a highly regarded expert on foreign policy at the Graduate School of Public Policy at the University of Tokyo\, and serves as the director of the Institute of Geoeconomics at International House of Japan. He has also been heavily involved in Japan’s space program and currently serves as a member of the National Space Policy Committee of the Cabinet Office\, the government of Japan\, and the President of Japan Association of International Security and Trade \n\nEvent Details: \nDate & Time: Feb. 27\, 2023\, 4-6 pmVenue: Fuki Sushi\, 4119 El Camino Real\, Palo Alto\, CA 94306Price: $30
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/invitation-only-vip-dinner-with-amb-tong-and-prof-suzuki/
CATEGORIES:Politics/Policy,VIP
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230301T173000
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SUMMARY:Awamori – A Traditional Spirit for the Modern Age
DESCRIPTION:**In Person Event**\n**Attendees must be 21 or older**\n \nJapanese sake is widely known around the world\, but have you heard of Awamori?
 Come learn about this traditional Okinawan distilled spirit from Yuki Sakihara the Awamori Queen and watch Netflix Drink Masters star Christian “Suzu” Suzuki-Orellana give a live demonstration on how to incorporate Awamori into your next cocktail. \nAfter hearing from the experts\, attendees will also get the special opportunity to try a cocktail made by Suzu exclusively for this event. A gourmet Japanese dinner will also be provided.
\n \nJoin us for an exciting in-person program and the rare chance to be immersed in the topic of Awamori! \n\n▼Event Details\nDate: March 1\, 2023 \nVenue: Werqwise | 149 New Montgomery St 4th Floor\, San Francisco\, CA 94105 \nAgenda:\n5:30 Registration\n6:00 Welcome by Gillian Barry-Smith | Program Manager\, Japan Society of Northern California & Yasushi Noguchi | Consul General of Japan in San Francisco\n6:05 Scene Setting Gillian Barry-Smith | Program Manager\, Japan Society of Northern California\n6:10 Yuki Sakihara | Awamori Queen\, All About Awamori\n6:15 Christian “Suzu” Suzuki-Orellana | General Manager\, Wildhawk\nDemonstration (2 cocktails) with Interview & Fireside Chat\n6:45 Q&A\n7:00 Closing Remarks Steve Pollock | President\, Japan Society of Northern California\n7:00 Tasting & Networking\n8:00 Program Ends \nPrice:\n \n\nMembers: Free (Promotion code is required)\nNon-Members: $20\n\n\n\n\nRegister here!\n____ \nOur Amazing Speakers:\n\nChristian “Suzu” Suzuki-Orellana\nChristian “Suzu” Suzuki-Orellana is from the San Francisco Bay Area but also grew up in Tokyo. Born into the restaurant industry–his grandparents owned and operated a small restaurant company that consisted of four restaurants\, a cocktail bar\, and a ranch that sourced all of the business’ produce–Suzu traveled to Japan twice a year starting at the age of 12 to learn about hospitality\, food\, and management. Whether behind the bar (most notably at 15 Romolo\, Tradition\, Benjamin Cooper\, and Wildhawk) or at cocktail competitions\, he strives to take the lessons learned from his grandparents and adapt them to his everyday work\, and his creations are heavily inspired by memories\, flavors\, and dreams of Tokyo. Suzu’s career highlights include becoming a National Finalist for Bacardi Legacy (2018)\, Bombay Sapphire’s Most Imaginative Bartender (2020)\, and one of Punch’s Bartenders in Residence (2021); being featured on Imbibe magazine’s Imbibe 75 list (2022) and nominated for Tales of the Cocktail Foundation’s Bartender of the Year (Top 10\, 2022); recipient of StarChef’s Rising Star Community Award (2022); and most recently\, competing in Netflix’s Drink Masters (2022). \n  \nYuki Sakihara | Awamori Queen\nYuki Sakihara is the 36th Queen of Awamori and Ambassador of Awamori to Okinawa Prefecture\, Japan. She was anointed in July 2022. She is passionate about Awamori\, the pride and treasure of Okinawa\, and enjoys learning about its’ history\, tradition\, and impact on culture. Yuki graduated from Kwansei Gakuin University in 2011. After graduating\, she was involved in the production of TV programs in Tokyo. She later went on to become a reporter for a local Okinawa newspaper\, a lecturer\, and a real estate agent. Now\, she is focused on connecting people from different cultures through Awamori. Let’s spread Awamori to the world together! \n  \n  \n. \nGenerously sponsored by:\n \n 
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/awamori-a-traditional-spirit-for-the-modern-age/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Community,Innovation
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SUMMARY:Traditional Arts in Modern Japan series: Rakugo in English - Don’t worry\, just laugh!
DESCRIPTION:**In Person Event** \nIf you haven’t experienced Rakugo\, this is a chance to get a taste of Japan’s favorite comedy performance since the times of Edo. This show will be entirely in English\, so even if you don’t understand Japanese\, don’t worry about getting lost. Let’s explore the world of Rakugo together with a live performance by the English Rakugo Association! \nAbout Rakugo \nRakugo is the 400 year old tradition of comedic storytelling in Japan. A minimalistic performance\, Rakugo features a lone storyteller dressed in a kimono\, kneeling on a zabuton (cushion)\, while using only a fan and a hand towel for props. They entertain the audience with a comical monologue followed by a traditional story.       \n\n▼Event Details\nDate & Time:\nMarch 9\, 2023 \n5:30-6:00 Registration\n6:00-6:05  Welcome Steve Pollock | Japan Society President\n6:05-6:20 Tenshiki by Ichirin  一輪　転失気　　\n6:20-6:35 The Zoo by Koraku 幸楽　動物園　　\n6:35-6:50 Bamboo Mat Show by Ichirin  一輪　玉すだれ\n6:50-7:05 The Other End by Eiraku 英楽　片棒\n7:05-7:10 Closing Steve Pollock | Japan Society President\n7:10-7:30 PM Networking \nLocation: \nMorrison & Foerster LLP | 425 Market St\, San Francisco\, CA 94105 \nPrice:  \n\nMembers: Free (Promotion code is required)\n\nNon-Members: $10\n\n*Light food and drinks are included. \n**Thank you for supporting the Japan Society by covering the program expenses. \n***No Walk-ins. Advanced registration is required for building security. \n\n\n\nRegister here!\n____ \nOur Amazing Performers:\nEnglish Rakugo Association\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n   Kanariya Eiraku  (鹿鳴家英楽)  |  Kanariya Ichirin (鹿鳴家一輪)  |  Kanariya Koraku (鹿鳴家幸楽)  \nThe English Rakugo Association was established in 2021 in order to spread the joy of rakugo to the world through performances in English. In addition to past performances in the Bay Area and Southern California and Arizona\, ERA recently held rakugo tours in the UK\, Australia\, New Zealand\, Georgia\, Kazakhstan among other countries. For more details about ERA and their upcoming performances\, please visit their website: https://en.englishrakugo.com/.\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue Generously Provided by:\n \n 
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/traditional-arts-in-modern-japan-series-rakugo-in-english-dont-worry-just-laugh/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230314T160000
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SUMMARY:Innovation Salon: Living With CFIUS - How Japanese companies can navigate US regulations governing foreign investment in US technology firms
DESCRIPTION:**Hybrid Event** \nEnglish Program \nIn 2018 the US Congress passed new legislation which significantly increased scrutiny of foreign direct investment by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS). The new law and a subsequent executive order have particularly serious implications for foreign investments in Silicon Valley start-ups because they lower the threshold of investments that can trigger CFIUS jurisdiction\, and also expand the range of business activities that can result in CFIUS review – in particular\, production of “critical technology\,” involvement in “critical infrastructure\,” and maintaining “sensitive personal data.” In addition\, under the new law some CFIUS filings are now mandatory\, with civil penalties for not making required filings. \nTo learn more about the implementation of the new law now in its fifth year and its implications for Japanese investors in Bay Area companies\, please join the Japan Society of Northern California for a hybrid in-person and online presentation on March 14 (Tuesday) in the US and March 15 (Wednesday) in Japan. We have a great panel of experts who will share perspectives of government regulators\, attorneys\, and investors with our audience. \nThis program will cover: \n\nThe impact of CFIUS regulations on Japanese\, Chinese and other foreign investors in Silicon Valley companies\nHow to know if an investment will be subject to review\nTimelines and processes for successfully completing a review\nHow investors can adapt their portfolio strategy in light of CFIUS\nExamples of how specific companies have navigated the process with technology startups in the Bay Area\n\nWe are delighted to introduce David Plotinsky and Toshi Otani as our two fantastic speakers. David Plotinsky from Morgan Lewis is the former acting chief of the US Department of Justice’s Foreign Investment Review Section\, who led DOJ’s work on some of the most sensitive and complex CFIUS cases\, and who now represents venture capital and private equity investors and global technology companies in CFIUS and other national security issues. Toshi Otani is a Japanese venture capital investor who has been investing in Bay Area start-ups for many decades. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n英語プログラム\n2018年、米国議会は、対米外国投資委員会（CFIUS）による外国直接投資の監視を大幅に強化する新法を可決しました。シリコンバレーのスタートアップへの海外投資やオープンイノベーションに携わる企業に影響を与える当法案は、クリティカル・テクノロジー、クリティカル・インフラストラクチャー、機密性の高い個人データのエリアと範囲が拡大されました。さらに、新法では、CFIUSへの申告が義務化され、必要な申告を行わなかった場合、民事罰が科されます。5年目を迎えた当法案の施行と影響について法律の専門家とインベスターの立場から解説します。\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details: \nDate/Time: March 14\, 2023\, 3:30pm \nVenue: Morgan\, Lewis & Bockius LLP | 1 Market Street\, San Francisco\, CA 94105\nEntrance 55 Spear St \n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n3:30-4:00 Registration\n4:00-4:08  Larry Greenwood | Board Chair\, Japan Society of Northern California – Welcome\, Context and Introduction of speakers\n4:08-4:18  David Plotinsky | Partner\, Morgan Lewis – What is CFIUS\, FIRRMA\, recent trends\n4:18-4:50  Moderated discussion\n4:50-5:10  Q&A \n5:10-6:00  Networking\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n**Picture ID and proof of vaccine is required for entry**\n**Zoom link will be emailed to online guests after registration* \n\nRegister here!\n____ \nOur Amazing Speaker:\n\n \nDavid Plotinsky | Partner\, Morgan Lewis\nDavid’s work for clients brings to bear almost 25 years of federal government service.  Most recently\, he served as acting Chief\, and also as Principal Deputy Chief\, of the U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Foreign Investment Review Section\, which is housed in DOJ’s National Security Division.  In that role\, among other duties David led the Section’s participation on the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS); DOJ’s leadership of the Committee for the Assessment of Foreign Participation in the United States Telecommunications Services Sector (CAFPUSTSS\, more commonly known as Team Telecom); compliance and enforcement matters arising from CFIUS and Team Telecom cases; and policy issues regarding national security reviews of U.S. outbound investment. Read more HERE. \n  \nModerator:\nLarry Greenwood | Board Chair\, Japan Society of Northern California & Senior Advisor\, BowerGroupAsia\nLarry Greenwood is a consultant advising on government relations and international economic policy\, with expertise in trade\, finance\, development\, and Asia. Larry was a career diplomat from 1976 to 2006 and served in a variety of positions in the State Department in Washington\, D.C.\, and at U.S. embassies in Manila\, Dakar\, Tokyo\, and Singapore. After retiring from the Foreign Service\, he worked as vice president at the Asian Development Bank in Manila\, Philippines\, where he oversaw loan and grant operations in East and Southeast Asia and the Pacific Island countries\, and as Senior Managing Director for government relations in Asia for MetLife based in Tokyo. After moving to the Bay Area in 2015 he joined the BowerGroupAsia and served as President of the Japan Society of Northern California from 2016-2019. \n\n– \nIn cooperation with: \n \n  \nProgram Generously Sponsored By:\n\n 
URL:https://www.usajapan.org/event/innovation-salon-living-with-cfius-how-japanese-companies-can-navigate-us-regulations-governing-foreign-investment-in-us-technology-firms/
CATEGORIES:Innovation,Politics/Policy
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