Events

Join us for a conversation with Adobe Japan President Tomonobu Kamiya to hear the story of Adobe’s success in Japan, including how it helped unleash the country’s creativity and is now riding the current wave of digital transformation. Adobe Inc., one of the San Francisco Bay Area’s iconic tech companies, was launched nearly 40 years Read More

In 2018, the US enacted new restrictions on foreign investment in American technology companies. The restrictions are implemented by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States, or CFIUS. One of the biggest changes is the expansion of the notification and pre-approval requirements for non-controlling, minority investments in certain high tech companies; a related Read More

We see and enjoy Japanese sake often in our daily lives at restaurants, supermarkets, on TV, and more. But have you ever wondered about the story behind this drink? Join us for a special program with Miss Sake Japan 2021, dedicated to exploring sake as Japanese culture, both in historical and modern terms. A unique Miss Sake initiative was Read More

A joint session with Pacific Pension & Investment Institute (PPI) & Asian Corporate Governance Association (ACGA) About this event Considering Japan’s pledge to become carbon-neutral by 2050, how are institutional investors engaging companies in Japan on climate and sustainability issues? Why have prominent companies thrown their support behind climate risk disclosure, particularly through the adoption Read More

In Japan, coffee gained popularity in the 20th century along with the increased fascination towards the West at the time. Many kissaten, or Japanese-style tea rooms that also serve coffee, opened during this period. Kissaten owners emphasized detail and accuracy in their brewing methods while creating a unique atmosphere to enjoy the coffee in. Third-wave coffee culture focuses on delivering Read More

Join us for an opportunity to practice your Japanese with Japanese speakers!

Join us for an opportunity to learn how to network and practice speaking with English speakers!