Established in 1907, New York's Japan Society has evolved into North America's major producer of high-quality content on Japan for an English-speaking audience. Presenting over 100 events annually through well established Corporate, Education, Film, Gallery, Lectures, Performing Arts and Innovators Network programs, the Society is an internationally recognized nonprofit, nonpolitical organization that provides access to information on Japan, offers opportunities to experience Japanese culture, and fosters sustained and open dialogue on issues important to the U.S., Japan, and East Asia.
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What a day it’s been in Tokyo with one of the most dramatic leadership elections in memory. Congratulations to new LDP President and soon to be Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba! Look forward to continuing to advance US-Japan relations together in these turbulent times.
This fall, we’re doing things a little differently with two concurrent exhibitions in our gallery, a reflection of Japan Society Gallery Director Michele Bambling’s vision for more collaborative and experimental programming. One week from today, we're excited to open "Bunraku Backstage" and "Acky Bright: Studio Infinity"—two exhibitions that embody this new direction. A dramatic art integrating performances of skilled puppetry, shamisen music and narration, #bunraku has evolved in Japan since the early 17th century and was recognized by UNESCO as a "masterpiece of the oral and intangible heritage of humanity." "Bunraku Backstage" offers a rare opportunity to get up close to this treasured art form, showcasing working puppets, props and instruments—on loan from the National Bunraku Theatre in Osaka. #BunrakuBackstage Meanwhile, "Acky Bright: Studio Infinity" spotlights the innovative work of rising manga artist Acky Bright, whose unique 'kawakakkoii' (cute and cool) style has shaped global campaigns with major brands like McDonald's and Netflix. Visitors will also have the chance to see Acky Bright in action during live drawing sessions throughout the opening weekend. #AckyBrightNYC Both exhibitions will run from October 4, 2024 to January 19, 2025. Learn more & plan your visit: https://lnkd.in/ewe52cjp
Last Wednesday, Japan Society's Business & Policy Forum hosted an engaging discussion featuring Yoshito Hori, the visionary entrepreneur behind GLOBIS University - Graduate School of Management, Japan’s leading graduate business school, and #GLOBIS Capital Partners. During the event, Mr. Hori shared his insights on #entrepreneurship, U.S.-Japan relations and the future of the Japanese economy. We thank Mr. Hori for his thoughtful contributions and Japan Society President & CEO Joshua Walker for presiding over this important conversation. To stay informed about future Business & Policy Forum events, explore our upcoming programs here: https://lnkd.in/ek4vNQ_Z 📸: Daphne Youree
🏆 A massive congratulations to #Shōgun and its historic 18 Emmy wins, including Best Drama, Best Actor for Hiroyuki Sanada, and Best Actress for Anna Sawai! Sanada and Sawai have become the first Japanese actors to take home Emmys in their respective categories, with Shōgun making history as the first non-English-language series to win Best Drama. Japan Society was honored to host the Shōgun team earlier this year for an exclusive preview screening and panel. You can watch our full Q&A to hear Sanada, Sawai and the show's creators discuss their journey in bringing this epic story to life: https://lnkd.in/e45uXmMR 📸: Ayumi Sakamoto #ShogunFX #Emmys #HiroyukiSanada #AnnaSawai
Join our friends at the Weatherhead East Asian Institute at Columbia University for an insightful conversation with Koichi Isobe, author of "Tomodachi Sakusen no Saizensen," and Jim Schoff, Senior Director at Sasakawa Peace Foundation / 公益財団法人 笹川平和財団 and former Senior Advisor for East Asia at the Pentagon. Isobe will share key findings from his disaster relief experience during Operation TOMODACHI, highlighting lessons for modernizing U.S.-Japan defense cooperation. 📅 Tuesday, September 17, 12 pm ET 🔗 Register to join online or in person: https://lnkd.in/efxHdA33
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“RISKS and RETURNS” Creating Success in Business and Life is the new must read by legendary business leader, Former US Secretary of Commerce; Wilbur L. Ross, Jr. With Presider Douglas Peterson President & CEO, S&P Global, Joshua Walker Walker, President and CEO of Japan Society and other global leaders at Japan Society, Business and Policy Forum in NYC. Secretary Ross, also former Board Chair of Japan Society, shared learnings from many experiences including hard work, self reliance, education, and responsibility. Humbly describing himself as a “late bloomer” - leaving Rothschild to start his own business at 63, named to be US Secretary of Commerce at 79, and publishing this candid life and business reflection at 86. He surely will add to his global impact and economic legacy by the time he gets to 100! Great connecting with Jason Rekate Keishi Hotsuki Gary Kozlowski Seth Coren, CFP® Frederick H. Katayama and others. Thank you Secretary Ross for showing us that “Hard Work Wins”! Thank you Daphne Youree photography Citi Deloitte Mizuho Toyota Motor Corporation sponsors luncheon discussion
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Great to welcome back the Honorable Wilbur L. Ross, former U.S. Commerce Secretary and past Board Chair of Japan Society, to Japan Society’s Business & Policy Forum on the occasion of his new book, “Risks and Returns.” Hosted a smaller celebration for him in my office with our board members before an insightful discussion led by our Executive Committee member Douglas Peterson. As I told the Secretary and you can see in the pictures he seemed quite comfortable behind my desk :) As a self described late bloomer who started his first business at 63 became a Cabinet Secretary at almost 80 and is publishing his first book at 86 his anecdotes and wit were on point from Nippon Steel to WTO. It was most heartening to hear he stays in touch with his successor Secretary Raimondo who visited us just a few months ago and proves that Japan can remain a bipartisan ally even in these polarized times. I was honored to receive a signed copy of Secretary Ross’s new book I can’t wait to read. My sincere thanks to Secretary Ross, along with Japan Society’s board members and corporate partners, for their participation and insights.
53 years ago today, we opened the doors to our iconic landmarked building in Manhattan's vibrant Turtle Bay neighborhood, a stone's throw from the United Nations. Designed by Junzo Yoshimura, it became the first permanent structure in New York City created by a leading Japanese architect. Here's a snapshot from 1971 when it all started! 📸: © Taisuke Ogawa
It was an honor to host The Honorable Wilbur L. Ross, former U.S. Commerce Secretary and past Board Chair of Japan Society, for a private luncheon with several of our corporate members on Tuesday. Organized by the Japan Society Business & Policy Forum, this exclusive event featured a discussion between our board member Douglas L. Peterson, President and CEO of S&P Global, and Secretary Ross on his new book, “Risks and Returns: Creating Success in Business and Life.” We thank Secretary Ross and all who attended for making this memorable gathering possible. 📸: Daphne Youree
Meet Yoko Shioya, Japan Society's Artistic Director, as she shares her vision for our Performing Arts Program and the exciting new season ahead. Plus, we have some big news! 🎭🎉 This year, we’re honoring Yoko’s remarkable 20-year legacy with a special season of programming that celebrates the global influence of Japanese puppetry. It all begins THIS WEEK with the sold-out revival of her first curated commission—genius puppeteer Basil Twist’s award-winning 'Dogugaeshi,' recently featured in The New Yorker! To learn more about our 2024-25 Performing Arts season and how you can support the future of our program, visit https://lnkd.in/ePDi7hZ3