The 2020 U.S. presidential election is right around the corner, with Joe Biden as the Democratic nominee facing the incumbent president, Donald Trump, in November. In this webinar, a panel of experts from Japan and the United States zero in on the emerging themes of the presidential election, discussing the possible outcome and its impact on businesses and U.S.-Japan relations.
Co-presented by the Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth and the Sun & Star Program on Japan and East Asia at SMU’s Tower Center for Public Policy and International Studies. How have Japan’s leading companies reacted to the rise of China, and the need to compete differently in a globalized economy? As they lost […]
The Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth is marking its 50th anniversary and you are invited to celebrate with us! This will be an entertaining program including remarks by dignitaries and celebrities, a special video chronicling a half-century of history, performances by North Texas musicians, a silent auction, and even trivia about the Society! Livestream Here […]
From the Japanese words of “kai-” meaning change, and “-zen” meaning good, kaizen has been widely utilized in corporate settings for the past +70 years as a systematic approach towards on-going, business improvements. However, this simple concept can also be applied to leadership and our everyday lives, enabling us to achieve & view transformative change […]
Enjoy traditional Japanese dance, music, martial arts, demonstrations, and more at the beautiful Japanese Garden at Fort Worth Botanic Garden. This year, some activities may be modified to adhere to social distancing measures. NO tickets will be sold onsite, all tickets must be purchased online to adhere to admission limits. Date […]
Join Nami Kroska, Visiting Assistant Professor in Literature and Languages at the University of Texas at Dallas, for a discussion on modern Japanese pop culture. She will focus on the work of Hayao Miyazaki, a Japanese animator, author, director, manga artist, and screen writer. Miyazaki is a co-founder of the renowned Studio Ghibli and he […]
Co-presented by the Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth and the Sun & Star Program on Japan and East Asia at SMU’s Tower Center for Public Policy and International Studies. In the context of a changing balance of regional power and economic interdependence between Japan and China, this talk will examine how Japanese multinational companies try […]
This program is in partnership with the World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth The role of ambassador of Japan to the United States is a distinguished post that has existed since 1860, with the exception of a brief period in the mid-20th century. The person chosen to serve often has had a long and successful […]
On this Giving Tuesday, the Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth is asking you to kindly consider a generous donation to help support one of our signature community outreach programs: Japan-in-a-Suitcase.
Godzilla has introduced generations around the world to Japan, its culture, and its society. The character has also evolved from a destroyer in its early days to become a savior and hero. Interestingly, Godzilla has a markedly different depiction in Japanese films versus American films. This program will also focus on how Godzilla movies address issues […]
Bid farewell 2020 with our popular Bonenkai celebration, which will be presented online. Festivities and activities will include an interactive trivia contest, a raffle drawing for prizes, Zoom breakout rooms to interact with your friends, and reflections on the positive moments of the past year. We are partnering with a local YouTuber, Makiyo (check out […]
We have few bags left from this year's Mochitsuki New Year's celebration, available for pick-up from our office or shipping (shipping fees will apply). Purchase your Fukubukuro Here! Celebrate the Year of the Ox (牛, ushi) with our first-ever virtual Mochitsuki. Learn about Japan's rich New Year's traditions through music performances, a mochi-pounding demonstration, […]
