Virtual Japanese Events around the Country

December 7: Japan's Digital Transformation: Opportunities and Challenges offered by the Japan Society of Northern California

This program is presented by the Japan Society of Northern California in cooperation with the American Chamber of Commerce in Japan.

One of the-Prime Minister Suga’s first actions upon assuming office in 2020 was to announce the goal of complete digitalization of government by 2025. A year later his successor Yasuo Kishida likewise made the digital transformation of Japan a priority of his new administration. In February 2021, the American Chamber of Commerce in Japan and McKinsey partnered to create a groundbreaking report, drawing on the experience of American companies, that identifies “Big Moves” Japan can pursue to achieve its DX goals. Japan Digital Agenda 2030 calls for actions to promote digital transformation in a broad range of sectors including manufacturing, retail financial services, healthcare and government services.

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December 15: Architecture as Environment: A Conversation with Kengo Kuma and Toshiko Mori offered by the Japan Society

Explore the contemporary relationships between the built and natural environments with Kengo Kuma, one of the most astute architects of our time, and critically acclaimed scholar and practitioner Toshiko Mori. The Japanese architectural scene is known globally as one of the most robust, dynamic and expressive platforms in the world for practitioners and enthusiasts alike, offering vast diversity and ingenuity grounded in centuries-old craftsmanship and a unique symbiosis with nature. This webinar addresses seismic shifts in our sense of community and relationship to nature as the Japanese architectural landscape transforms to embrace the synergy created through a trans-disciplinary approach to environment. The fourth event in our five-part Living Traditions webinar series.

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Get to Know Kanagawa: Virtual Series

Located just south of Tokyo, Kanagawa Prefecture is known for its breathtaking locales, from the grand Buddhist temples of Kamakura to the quaint hot spring town of Hakone. At this exclusive online series, join the Japan Society of Boston for a live sake webinar, a virtual exhibition of Kamakura-bori woodcrafts, a pop-up shop featuring delicious Kanagawa specialties, essays introducing the region, and more! For more information click here.