Calendar of Events

How Japan dealt with the Trump Shock: Japan-U.S. relations and its implications to East Asia

John G. Tower Center for Political Studies Carr Collins Hall, Room 227, 3300 University Boulevard, Dallas, Texas

Overview: The 2016 U.S. Presidential election was a shock to the entire world, including Japan. Yet, Japan maintains a stronger relationship with the U.S. under Trump compared to other western-style democracies and traditional allies. Why does Japan fare so well in its dealings with Trump and will this trend continue or reverse? Join Dr. Toshihiro […]

Persona Non Grata Film Screening

UT Dallas Edith O’Donnell Arts & Technology Building 3021, 800 W Campbell Rd, Richardson, United States

The Jewish Community Center of Dallas presents Persona Non Grata in partnership with the Ackerman Center for Holocaust Studies at UTD, AJC Dallas, Consulate-General of Japan, Japan America Society.   About the Film This is the story of Japanese diplomat Chiune Sugihara, who believed in doing all he could for the benefit of his beloved […]

[Japan Society New York] Typhoon Hagibis Relief

JAPAN RELIEF FUND: DONATE NOW Japan Society established the 2019 Typhoon Hagibis Relief Fund on October 16, 2019 to provide financial support to organizations assisting those who were impacted by Typhoon Hagibis. With the exception of 3% to cover credit card donations, one hundred percent of your tax-deductible contributions will support relief and recovery work in places […]

Trumpet Concert with Kana Madarame

Kawai Piano Gallery 601 W. Plano Pkwy , Plano, TX

Join us for an evening of music and culture with Kana Madarame at the Kawai Piano Gallery on October 18th! This is a unique and rare opportunity you won't want to miss! Kana set up Project KANA~harmonize with infinity~, which aims to build a bridge between different cultures. This musical project has brought her to […]

2019 Sun and Star Golf Classic

Cowboys Golf Club 1600 Fairway Dr., Grapevine, TX

THE JAPAN-AMERICA SOCIETY OF DALLAS/FORT WORTH INVITES YOU TO  THE 6TH ANNUAL SUN & STAR GOLF CLASSIC! A day of golf, networking, and U.S.-Japan friendship! The 6th Annual Sun & Star Golf Classic is your opportunity to enjoy a scramble-format tournament, mingle with Japanese and American executives, and support JASDFW’s ongoing business, cultural, and educational programs. […]

Understanding Religious Nationalism in Japan: Dispatches from the Field

John G. Tower Center for Political Studies Carr Collins Hall, Room 227, 3300 University Boulevard, Dallas, Texas

Overview: Japan routinely ranks as one of the world’s least religious countries, whereas few as one in ten survey respondents self-identify as having religious faith. It is, therefore, striking to note the apparent influence religions and religion-inspired ideologues exert on Prime Minister Abe Shinzō and his governing coalition. In this talk, McLaughlin will draw on […]

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