1. 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

2. An Introduction to USJC

3. 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

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

5. 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

6. 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

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

8. Annual Conference

9. 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

10. 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

11. 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

12. 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

13. 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

14. 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)

15. For more information on our programs and initiatives, please visit:
@USJC or
@TOMODACHI