Presenters
HONORARY AWARD PRESENTER
Tetsuo “Ted” Ogawa
President and Chief Executive Officer of Toyota Motor North America (TMNA)
PRESENTER
EMILY
Texas Restaurant Association
PRESENTER
CONSUL
Japan
Event Details
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Grand Ballroom, Irving Convention Center
500 W Las Colinas Blvd., Irving, TX 75039
5:30 – 6:00 PM Registration Opens VIP
6:00 – 6:45 PM Reception (Sponsors & Special Guests)
Silent Auction & Networking
6:45 – 7:30 PM General Admission, Silent Auction & Networking
7:00 – 7:30 PM Governor’s Reception Meet & Greet (By Invitation)
7:30 – 9:30 PM Dinner & Awards Program
6:00 – 6:45 PM Reception (Sponsors & Special Guests)
Silent Auction & Networking
6:45 – 7:30 PM General Admission, Silent Auction & Networking
7:00 – 7:30 PM Governor’s Reception Meet & Greet (By Invitation)
7:30 – 9:30 PM Dinner & Awards Program
Why Attend
This is more than a gala—it is an evening of impact, influence, and international connection.
Celebrate one of the most influential partnerships shaping global commerce and diplomacy
Celebrate one of the most influential partnerships shaping global commerce and diplomacy
Honor visionary leadership that bridges Japan and Texas and Connect with executives, and cultural leaders
Honor visionary leadership that bridges Japan and Texas and Connect with executives, and cultural leaders
Support JASDFW’s mission to advance U.S.–Japan understanding and collaboration
Support JASDFW’s mission to advance U.S.–Japan understanding and collaboration
Sponsors
We invite you to join us as a sponsor for an unforgettable evening celebrating collaboration, leadership, and the bonds that unite Japan and Texas.
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