American Chamber of Commerce in Japan

There's never been a more important time to stay informed and stay connected. Virtual & hybrid events in Tokyo, Kansai, Chubu & online. Memberships now available: https://lnkd.in/dX3Dx5z

We were honored to celebrate U.S. Ambassador Rahm Emanuel and present him with the 2024 ACCJ Person of the Year award this week. We especially appreciated Ambassador Emanuel sharing his perspective on critical U.S.-Japan issues in a special audience Q&A. Under Ambassador Emanuel's leadership, we’ve witnessed significant strides in trade, cultural exchange, and strategic partnerships, contributing to a more stable and prosperous U.S.-Japan relationship. We’re grateful for his partnership on key ACCJ advocacy efforts, including promoting the U.S.-Japan Tourism Year; advocating for marriage equality and LGBTQ rights protections; supporting healthcare startups; and calling to resume direct flights from Chubu to the U.S., just to name a few. Thank you to the many members and partners who joined us for this signature celebration! More details to come in The ACCJ Journal. 🇺🇸🇯🇵 Photos: Satoshi Aoki/LIFE.14 -Pictured with ACCJ President Victor Osumi and ACCJ Executive Director Laura Younger

The ACCJ Energy and Sustainability Committees invite you to join for their first networking mixer event on Friday, November 1, at ARCH Cafe & Bar! Whether you’re a committee member, not yet a member, or new to the Chamber, this is a great chance to build new connections with like-minded professionals with a passion and expertise in the Energy & Sustainability sectors. We look forward to seeing you there! Friday, November 1, 18:30–20:30: https://lnkd.in/gzBzMycT

Are you an early to mid-career professional looking to boost your resilience and wellbeing at work? This workshop on November 21, presented by organizational development consultant Michael Glazer, will teach you how to use strategies for coping with stress and building resilience. You will learn to: -Reframe negative thinking biases -Switch from negative self-talk to constructive self-talk -Leverage personal values to improve your own resilience By completing a stress self-reflection guide before the workshop begins and taking part in interactive discussions, small group activities, and practical exercises, you will leave equipped with the tools and knowledge to better handle stress in the workplace. Thursday, November 21, 13:00–17:00: https://lnkd.in/gYw6RHmK

The ACCJ Task Force on AI Regulation had the privilege of welcoming Mr. Nakahara Hirohiko, Director General of the Agency for Cultural Affairs, on October 8 to discuss AI and copyright in Japan. Mr. Nakahara presented the "General Understanding on AI and Copyright in Japan" and provided insights on future developments in the field. We extend our thanks to everyone who attended, as well as to Netflix Japan for graciously hosting us at their office. Pictured from left: Yoshitaka Sugihara, Task Force on AI Regulation Co-Chair and ACCJ Vice President; Nakahara Hirohiko, the Director General of the Agency of Cultural Affairs; and David Albagli, Ph.D., Task Force on AI Regulation Co-Chair.

ACCJ 2024 PERSON OF THE YEAR: U.S. Ambassador Rahm Emanuel’s dedication and leadership has been critical to strengthening U.S.–Japan relations. Register by TOMORROW to celebrate his impact on the business community at this special award dinner on October 23, bringing together esteemed leaders from the business and diplomatic communities of Japan. We look forward to seeing ACCJ members and guests at this exclusive dinner and networking event! Wednesday, October 23, 18:00–20:00, at Tokyo American Club: https://lnkd.in/gDKjC479

We’re excited to welcome Porsche Japan President and CEO Philipp v. Witzendorff for a candid conversation on November 25, hosted in partnership with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Japan and the German Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (AHK Japan) (AHK). Join in with your own questions and hear insights from a leading figure in the automotive industry! November 25, 12:00–14:00 at Roppongi Hills Club: https://lnkd.in/gmHbc2Jn

Excited to be a supporting partner of this week’s Connecting Green Hydrogen Japan (CGHJ2024), Japan CCUS Summit, and Japan Wind Energy! Featuring over 3,000+ stakeholders and a powerful presence of 60+ exhibitors and sponsors, CGHJ2024 provides an ideal platform for engaging with potential and existing partners in the Japanese market. Japan CCUS Summit 2024 gathers 350+ stakeholders hailing from the whole CCUS value chain to discuss key topics such as regulation framework, business model for CCUS, industry supply chain, technology and engineering know-how, international cooperation, and the carbon+ economy. Japan Wind Energy 2024 presents a fantastic opportunity for us to engage with industry leaders, share insights, and explore innovative solutions for the future of wind energy in Japan and to sh a greener future. Register to join these events with our exclusive 20% discount code fro ACCJ Members: JP20ACCJ  https://lnkd.in/gqdEZxyu https://lnkd.in/gKShpQ5h  https://lnkd.in/et3t6bK

The ACCJ proudly celebrated its 10th annual Joint Networking Night with the Ireland Japan Chamber of Commerce last month, hosted at the Embassy of Ireland Residence. The evening was filled with friendly connections, delicious Irish-themed food and drinks, and a lively prize raffle with items from member companies of both Chambers. We extend our heartfelt thanks to ACCJ member companies for their generous support: Brown-Forman for contributing their Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, and The Executive Centre for providing three week-long passes to their JP Tower Centre location in the prize raffle. And a special thank you to the IJCC for their longtime friendship — we look forward to partnering on many more great events! 🇺🇸🇮🇪🇯🇵 Pictured from left: IJCC President Yoshihiro Tsuchiya, Ambassador of Ireland to Japan Damien Cole, and ACCJ President Victor Osumi

ACCJ PERSON OF THE YEAR: We're honored to present the 2024 ACCJ Person of the Year Award to U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel on October 23. Join this special Award Dinner to celebrate Ambassador Emanuel’s leadership and exemplary contributions to the Japanese and international business communities on Wednesday, October 23, 18:00–20:00: https://lnkd.in/gDKjC479 The ACCJ Person of the Year Award was created in 1996 to enable the Chamber to recognize individuals for their outstanding contributions to business and commercial relations between Japan and the United States. Don’t miss one of the most prestigious events of the year with exclusive opportunities to network with fellow leaders in Japan!