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About USJC People-to-people connections strengthen U.S.-Japan relations USJC programs connect Japanese Americans and other Americans with counterparts in Japan for networking, dialogue & collaboration Japanese Americans act as catalysts, sparking new interest in Japan USJC invests in the next generation of leaders from the United States and Japan

An Introduction to USJC

Legislative Networking Key Activities of USJC Offering innovative programs in networking and leadership, the Council serves as a catalyst to inspire and engage Japanese and Americans of all generations. Key programs and activities include: 1 TOMODACHI Initiative 2 Annual Conference 3 Legislative Networking 4 Business Networking 5 Regional Activities 6 Prefecture/State Collaborations 7 Leadership Programs

History of the TOMODACHI Initiative March 11-June 2011 Fostering a TOMODACHI Generation

Legislative Networking Prefecture/State Collaborations TOMODACHI Initiative Born out of support for Japan’s recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake Public-private partnership with the U.S. Embassy, supported by the Government of Japan TOMODACHI invests in the next generation of leaders 24 Strategic Partners ($1MM+ donors) TOMODACHI Initiative Annual Conference Legislative Networking Business Networking Prefecture/State Collaborations Leadership Programs 1 2 3 4 5 6 Regional Activities 7

Legislative Networking Prefecture/State Collaborations About TOMODACHI Vision TOMODACHI Initiative Annual Conference Legislative Networking Business Networking Prefecture/State Collaborations Leadership Programs 1 2 3 4 5 6 To create a “TOMODACHI Generation” that is committed to the future of U.S.-Japan relations, and possesses the skills to thrive in a more cooperative, secure, and prosperous world. Regional Activities Mission TOMODACHI invests in the next generation of Japanese and American leaders through educational and cultural exchanges as well as leadership programs. 7

Legislative Networking Prefecture/State Collaborations Annual Conference Brings together leaders for high-powered networking and education 2015 Conference: Tokyo, Japan 2016 Conference: Silicon Valley 2017 Conference: Washington, DC November 12-14, 2017 – JW Marriott Theme: Unity in Diversity: Shaping the Future Together 1 Annual Conference Legislative Networking Business Networking Prefecture/State Collaborations Leadership Programs 2 3 4 5 6 TOMODACHI Initiative Regional Activities 7

Annual Conference

Legislative Networking Facilitates exchange between elected officials in the United States and Japan at the local, state and national levels May 2017 Reception welcoming Japanese Diet Members to Capitol Hill, featuring Senator Mazie Hirono (D-HI) Task Force reaching out to identify connections to new Administration and Congressional members TOMODACHI Initiative Legislative Networking Business Networking Prefecture/State Collaborations Leadership Programs 1 3 4 5 6 2 Annual Conference Regional Activities 7

Legislative Networking Prefecture/State Collaborations Business Networking Introduces and facilitates networking between business and government leaders from the U.S. and Japan Business Advisory Board: Business leaders in Tokyo with a strong connection to the United States. Meets quarterly with high-level speakers Business Networking Initiative: Representatives of Japanese Chambers of Commerce meet with U.S. government officials and Japanese American leaders. Meets annually in conjunction with Annual Conference. TOMODACHI Initiative Legislative Networking Business Networking Prefecture/State Collaborations Leadership Programs 1 3 4 5 6 2 Annual Conference Regional Activities 7

Legislative Networking Regional Activities Facilitates exchange between Japanese and Americans and explores areas of collaboration in U.S.-Japan relations 12 regions with a chair and committee for each region Each region organizes networking events, educational programs and supports TOMODACHI programs in their regions TOMODACHI Initiative Legislative Networking Regional Activities Business Networking Leadership Programs 1 3 5 4 7 2 Annual Conference 6 Prefecture/State Collaborations

Prefecture/State Collaborations Introduces and facilitates networking and collaboration between U.S. States and Japanese Prefectures November 2016: Governors’ Circle breakout sessions in Silicon Valley as part of the 2016 Annual Conference May 9-11, 2017: Japan-Hawaii Economic Summit brought several Japanese prefectural leaders and business executives to Kona, Hawaii TOMODACHI Initiative Legislative Networking Prefecture/State Collaborations Business Networking Leadership Programs 1 3 6 4 5 2 Annual Conference Regional Activities 7

2. Japanese American Leadership Delegation Leadership Programs 1. Women in Leadership 2. Japanese American Leadership Delegation TOMODACHI Initiative Annual Conference Legislative Networking Business Networking Prefecture/State Collaborations Leadership Programs 1 2 3 4 5 7 Regional Activities 4. Asian American Leadership Delegation 3. Emerging Leaders Program 6

U.S.-Japan Council Sponsors (Partial List) As of July 2017 Platinum Level Title Level Anonymous Signature Level Mr. Hiro Ogawa J.C.C. Fund Corporate Members CONTRIBUTION LEVELS: Platinum Sponsors ($100,000); Title Sponsors ($50,000-$99,999); Signature Sponsors ($25,000-$49,999); Corporate Partners ($10,000-$24,999)  

For more information on our programs and initiatives, please visit: www.usjapancouncil.org @USJC or www.tomodachi.org @TOMODACHI