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Japan Business Forum 2012 (3/11) - Guest Remarks by Mr. Teruhiko Mashiko

 Guest Remarks by Mr. Teruhiko Mashiko, Member of the House of Councilors, during the Japan Business Forum on July 17, 2012. For more post-event information, visit www.jetro.org/jbf2012.
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Japan Business Forum 2012 (2/11) - Video Message from Mr. Yoshinori Suematsu

 Video Message from Mr. Yoshinori Suematsu, Senior Vice Minister for Reconstruction, followed by a presentation "From Recovery, to Revitalization" by Mr. Daiki Nakajima of JETRO New York during the Japan Business Forum on July 17, 2012. For more post-event information, visit www.jetro.org/jbf2012.
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August 08,2012

Japan Business Forum 2012 (1/11) - Welcome Remarks by Mr. Hiroaki Isobe

 Welcome Remarks by Mr. Hiroaki Isobe, Executive Vice President of JETRO, during the Japan Business Forum on July 17, 2012. For more post-event information, visit www.jetro.org/jbf2012.
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@USTradeRep: Negotiating Objectives: Japan's Participation in the Proposed Trans-Pacific Partnership Trade Agreement http://t.co/AWGI1zJjbt
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Don't forget to follow us for tomorrow's Asia-Pacific Economic Integration Seminar in Chicago http://t.co/vHWcharkFm
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Thanks to all that attended today's Asia-Pacific Economic Integration Seminar in Wash. DC. Thanks to @CSIS for providing the live stream.
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Thank you to Wendy Cutler, Assistant @USTradeRep for Japan, Korea, and APEC Affairs, for the Luncheon Address @CSIS #CSISJETRO
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Wendy Cutler: We're excited about Japan joining the TPP #CSISJETRO
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Wendy Cutler: TPP enjoys 55% support amongst the public in Japan #CSISJETRO
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Cutler: Opening the agriculture sector will be difficult but Japan has agreed to put all products on the table for discussion. #CSISJETRO
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Wendy Cutler: Based on current work, we feel confident on the road map ahead between U.S. and Japan on the TPP #CSISJETRO
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Wendy Cutler: Announced bilateral negotiations on non-tariff measures that will start when Japan joins TPP #CSISJETRO
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JETRO Spotlight August 2010

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Welcome to the latest edition of JETRO Spotlight USA, JETRO USA's national e-newsletter featuring the latest articles and events on our website. Each month JETRO brings you relevant and timely articles highlighting business opportunities between the United States and Japan along with updates on JETRO seminars and events.

Contents in this newsletter:

Upcoming JETRO Events
  • JETRO Seminar: The Boring but Essential Things You Need to Know to Expand Your Business to Japan
  • JETRO Program: Japan Business Tax and Accounting - Free 30-minute Individual Consultation with CPA and Tax Accountant

JETRO Case Study
  • Accel North America: Japanese language skills, long-term perspective imperative for Japan business

News Update
  • Companies making progress in Japan

Third-Party Events
  • Smart Energy Summit: Engaging the Consumer


Upcoming JETRO Events


JETRO Seminar: The Boring but Essential Things You Need to Know to Expand Your Business to Japan
Date:Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Location:    San Jose Entrepreneur Center (1st Floor)

100 East Santa Clara St.

San Jose, CA 95113

So you're thinking about expanding your business to Japan but need a good starting place to learn how? Come for a brief overview of the essentials you will need to know to establish a business presence in Japan, and meet with experts who can help you do it.


JETRO Program: Japan Business Tax and Accounting - Free 30-minute Individual Consultation with CPA and Tax Accountant
Dates & Locations:Tuesday, September 14, 2010 in Silicon Valley
Wednesday, September 15, 2010 in Silicon Valley
Thursday, September 16, 2010 in Seattle

Come for a free, 30-minute individual consultation with CPA and tax accountant, Jun Nagamine, managing director of Nagamine & Mishima. Mr. Nagamine will answer your tax and accounting questions related to conducting business in Japan.


JETRO Case Study: Accel North America: Japanese language skills, long-term perspective imperative for Japan business

See why Aju Kuriakose, Vice President of Business Development at Accel North America, says having command of the Japanese language and keeping a long-term perspective on gaining new clients and account profitability are essential for doing business in Japan. He also says Japan "helps us stay ahead of the technology curve."

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News Update: Companies making progress in Japan

Keep an eye on what companies are doing in Japan with this monthly news update.


FarmVille and Mafia Wars maker Zynga creates joint venture with Softbank Corp. to develop, distribute games in Japan
July 28, 2010

Social games developer Zynga and Japan's Softbank Corp. announced the creation of a joint venture called Zynga Japan to bring more social games to Japan. In addition, Softbank has made a $150 million investment in Zynga.

Sources: Company press release  and company representative


Provider of e-commerce and interactive marketing solutions, GSI Commerce, opens Japan office
August 10, 2010

E-commerce solutions and services provider GSI Commerce Inc. announced the opening of an office in Tokyo to develop new clients in Japan and in the broader Asia Pacific. The company seeks expansion in the Asia Pacific as it has seen in North America and Europe.

Sources: Company press release  and company representative



See how you can use JETRO's free services to establish your company's office in Japan.

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Third-Party Events


Smart Energy Summit: Engaging the Consumer
Date:Monday, January 24, 2011 - Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Location: Hyatt Regency Austin - Downtown, On The Lake

208 Barton Springs Road

Austin, TX 78704

We welcome your comments or suggestions for future article topics. Feel free to contact us at www.jetro.org/contact