JETRO USA

Calling all #GDC attendees, game developers, and industry professionals! 👾 Step into the unique and immersive world of Japanese game development on March 19th with Digital Garage US, Inc. and JETRO~ Experience cutting-edge demos, insider discussions, and networking with game devs & industry experts from Japan and the U.S.—right near Moscone Center. Light refreshments will be provided. Why You Can’t Miss This: 🌊 Explore Japanese Game Culture – Gain insight into the distinctive cultural elements that have shaped Japan’s renowned creativity, from artistic heritage to pop-culture influences. 🎮 Live Demos – Watch Japanese game creators and tool developers showcase their latest innovations and reveal the secrets behind their unique development process. 💡 Panel Discussion – Hear from top experts on how funding and finances will shape the future of game creation on both sides of the Pacific, moderated by Progression Fund. Don’t miss this chance to energize your creativity, grow your professional network, and tap into the lucrative possibilities of the Japanese gaming scene! For more details & registration, please visit: https://lu.ma/s4nsk8fy #GDC2025 #gamedevelopment #gamedev #videogames #japanesegames #videogameindustry #DigitalGarageUS #JETRO

So happy to see this come to fruition and to be a part of this memorable event in Tokyo. At the same time, exciting to see the demand and interest of the climate tech community collaboration between NY and Japan flourish, as JETRO USA continues to lead the pack! 今週NYCで199回目のイベントを開催するERAのRoundtable(毎回150-200人のスタートアップや投資家が集まるイベント)が日本で初のRoundtable、ER1をクライメートテック向けのコミュニティに対してジェトロと共催で開催します！ https://lu.ma/u4z4pakw お会いできるのを楽しみにしてます！

Last month, JETRO representatives were active around the country, meeting with various regional & state government representatives and economic development agencies. It was great getting to greet familiar and new faces and discuss ways to bolster U.S.-Japan economic relations. Thank you to Governor Mark Gordon and the Wyoming Business Council for welcoming us again to the beautiful state of Wyoming. Thank you to the Consulate-General of Japan in Denver for inviting us to attend their annual National Day Reception. We always appreciate the opportunity to build partnerships with local businesses and government agencies. It is also always an honor to speak with Business Oregon director Sophorn Cheang, who we had the opportunity to meet with in Portland. We look forward to many more opportunities in 2025 to facilitate mutual trade between U.S. states and Japan. #JETRO #Japan #bilateralrelations #economicdevelopment #FDI #foreigndirectinvestment #governmentrelations #wyoming #oregon #colorado #denver #consulategeneraljapan

We’re excited to invite you to Innovator’s Spotlight: Deep Tech Founders on Stage, where we’ll showcase pioneering Deep Tech startups on AI, cybersecurity, and semiconductors. They are redefining the future of technology! Join us as we hear from the visionary founders of Chiptip Technology, Remyx AI, AironWorks, and TieSet. These trailblazers are tackling complex challenges with advanced Deep Tech solutions—this is your chance to learn how they’re making an impact and what’s next for the industry. Panelists Include: Eric Fukuda (Whittier)| CEO, Chiptip Technology Salma Mayorquin | CEO, RemyxAI Ani Terada | CEO, Aironwork Kiyoshi Nakayama | Founder and CEO, TieSet, Inc. Moderated by Alina Adams Why attend? ✨ Discover cutting-edge Deep Tech innovations addressing complex challenges ✨ Gain insider insights from founders on the journey of bringing Deep Tech to market ✨ Expand your network with startup founders, investors, and industry professionals 📅 Date: Thursday, March 13, 2025 🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM PST 📍 Location: Japan Innovation Campus, Palo Alto 🔗 RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/e59kjzE3 🚀 Register now—space is limited for in-person attendance! Virtual streaming is also available. Hosted by JETRO USA at Japan Innovation Campus. Powered by AlchemistX. #DeepTech #AI #Startup #Entrepreneurship #Networking #TechEvent #SiliconValley

The ACA was proud to partner with Greater Phoenix Economic Council, JETRO Los Angeles and Consulates General of Japan of Los Angeles to host a delegation of 50+ Japanese companies, showcasing our premier business environment in Phoenix and Tucson. Sun Corridor Inc. Univeristy Of Arizona Pima County

🧑🍳It’s been 7 months since we launched J-StarX Food Frontiers USA, and now is the time to celebrate!👨🍳 🫘 https://lnkd.in/guPwQZMP 🍘 Proud to have led our first food accelerator program focused on Japanese F&B companies aiming to expand to the US market🍶 While Japanese cuisine has gained global recognition, breaking into the competitive US market presents unique challenges. Working alongside our partners, mentors and participants has been an incredible learning journey🍨 The food industry brings its own set of unique hurdles, yet watching these innovative companies tackle each challenge has been inspiring🍠 Join us for our upcoming demo day on March 13, where our cohort will showcase their achievements and growth strategies for the US market🍪 Chikara Ono/ The Ethical Spirits, Hiroya Hashizume (Zume) "Ash" Atsushi Shibuya/ Kinish, Chinatsu Yokosuka/ Oryzae, Taisuke Sato, Nicholas Starrett, Takuro Miyazaki Noriyuki Suzuki/ GoodTe Inc., Nozomi JINGUJI Sakura Tanaka, Masahiro Yoritama/ NINZIA Inc, Lisa Takagi Yuki Nakamura/ ovgo inc. , Scott Andrews JETRO Startup JETRO USA KITCHENTOWN Value Create Ventures

We’re excited to invite you to Innovator’s Spotlight: Deep Tech Founders on Stage, where we’ll showcase pioneering Deep Tech startups on AI, cybersecurity, and semiconductors. They are redefining the future of technology! Join us as we hear from the visionary founders of Chiptip Technology, Remyx AI, AironWorks, and TieSet. These trailblazers are tackling complex challenges with advanced Deep Tech solutions—this is your chance to learn how they’re making an impact and what’s next for the industry. Panelists Include: Eric Fukuda (Whittier)| CEO, Chiptip Technology Salma Mayorquin | CEO, RemyxAI Ani Terada | CEO, Aironwork Kiyoshi Nakayama | Founder and CEO, TieSet, Inc. Moderated by Alina Adams Why attend? ✨ Discover cutting-edge Deep Tech innovations addressing complex challenges ✨ Gain insider insights from founders on the journey of bringing Deep Tech to market ✨ Expand your network with startup founders, investors, and industry professionals 📅 Date: Thursday, March 13, 2025 🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM PST 📍 Location: Japan Innovation Campus, Palo Alto 🔗 RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/e59kjzE3 🚀 Register now—space is limited for in-person attendance! Virtual streaming is also available. Hosted by JETRO USA at Japan Innovation Campus. Powered by AlchemistX. #DeepTech #AI #Startup #Entrepreneurship #Networking #TechEvent #SiliconValley

We're hiring! 🗼 JETRO New York is recruiting for a full-time Economic Development Representative in our Research and Information Services Department. We are seeking a bilingual professional (Japanese/English) with a strong proficiency in Japanese, who is passionate about fostering economic relationships between the U.S. and Japan. We are also still accepting applications for a Business Development Representative in our Public Affairs Department. Find out more about both open positions at: https://lnkd.in/gWipNyFF

That’s a wrap on Innovator’s Spotlight: MedTech Founders on Stage! ✨ Last week, we had an incredible discussion with Kazuyuki Matsuda (Kortuc), Gülin Yilmaz (Posokhow) (Rosette Health), and Kazu Okuda, MD (Universal Brain), on the future of MedTech innovation. Moderated by JC Muyl, the conversation highlighted the challenges and breakthroughs in bringing cutting-edge healthcare solutions to market. A huge thank you to our speakers, attendees, and partners for making this event a success! From insightful discussions to meaningful networking, this was a night of inspiration and connection for MedTech founders, investors, and industry leaders. Hosted by JETRO USA at Japan Innovation Campus. Powered by AlchemistX. Supported by METI. #MedTech #StartupInnovation #HealthcareTech #Networking #Entrepreneurship

We're honored to host a delegation of Japanese companies led by Consul General Kenko Sone (Consulate General of Japan in Los Angeles) and JETRO Los Angeles. Delegates met with industry, academic and government partners to learn about the region's diverse industry sectors including AV and EV, AI, robotics and climate tech. Thank you to our speakers: - Caleb Rhodes, Arizona Commerce Authority - Kentaro Shibata, SMBC MANUBANK  - Sohei Suzuki, "K" Line Logistics (U.S.A.), Inc  - Manas Pathak, EarthEn Energy - Jay Foster, Carbon Utility - Marc Valenzuela, MPA, Salt River Project - Sean Edmonds, Arizona State University - Vice Dean Zachary Holman, Arizona State University - Prof. Wenlong Zhang, ASU - Prof. Visar Berisha, ASU - Prof. Sridhar Seetharaman - Eric Bo-hyun Park, LG Energy Solution Arizona - Amanda Ventura, Waymo JETRO USA City of Avondale, AZ City of Casa Grande City of El Mirage City of Goodyear City of Maricopa City of Mesa City of Phoenix City of Scottsdale City of Surprise City of Tempe Town of Queen Creek Arizona Commerce Authority | #International #Delegation #Tech #JETRO #Cleantech #AI #Software #AV