Japan America Society of Southern California
 Building Japan-America Relationships Since 1909

The Japan America Society of Southern California is a recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit, charitable and educational organization consisting of individuals and corporations with an interest in Japan and in United States-Japan relations. We have been building Japan-America relationships since 1909.

Upcoming events

  • Data-Driven Management Accelerated by Data & AI: Enhancing Decision-Making from Operations to Management

    • Friday, June 26, 2026
    • 1:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    • Miyako Hybrid Hotel Torrance


    The Japan America Society of Southern California, in collaboration with Fujitsu and JETRO Los Angeles, will host an in-person seminar on the theme of “Advancing AI Utilization and Data-Driven Management.”

    In today’s business environment—marked by increasing geopolitical risks and the global ripple effects of events—it is critical for organizations to have timely access to high-quality data and to enable company-wide collaboration to drive business growth. At the same time, many Japanese companies face common challenges such as siloed and highly individualized organizations and data, as well as fragmented and disconnected information. In this seminar, we will explore how these challenges can be visualized and addressed through the dual lenses of data utilization and AI adoption.

    For further details and registration, please visit the URL below.
    https://mkt-americas.global.fujitsu.com/South-California-JoC-us-reg


    南カリフォルニア日米協会は、富士通およびJETROロサンゼルスと共催で、「AI活用とデータドリブンマネジメントへの変革」をテーマにした対面セミナーを実施します。


    地政学的リスクの高まりや、ひとたび発生した事象がグローバルに波及する事業環境において、精度の高いデータをタイムリーに揃え、全社で連携することはビジネス成長のためにも重要です。一方で、日系企業が共有して抱える組織やデータのサイロ化・属人化、部分的な情報のちらばりなどの課題を「データ活用」と「AI 活用」の両軸でどのように見える化できるか考えます。


    詳細とお申し込みにつきましては、以下のURLをご参照ください。
    https://mkt-americas.global.fujitsu.com/South-California-JoC-us-reg

    【Contact Information】Fujitsu Limited　 Seminar Secretariat
       contact-usevent-igm@cs.jp.fujitsu.com

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  • Professionals Workshop: Navigating Uncertainty - Finding Your Core

    • Saturday, July 25, 2026
    • 2:15 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Lawndale Library


    Navigating Uncertainty - Finding Your Core
    不確実な時代の中で、自分の軸を見つけよう

    Join us for a bilingual workshop and networking event for professionals in the U.S.-Japan community.

    Since 2020, the career landscape has shifted beneath all of us — pandemic, layoffs, AI. If you've felt uncertain or disconnected from your career path, you're not alone. And you're not behind.

    This workshop is a warm, honest space to step back from the noise and reconnect with what truly matters to you. We'll start by naming the reality of today's labor market, then go deeper — into your values, what you're longing for, and what your next step actually looks like. You'll leave with more clarity than you came in with, and a concrete direction that's genuinely yours.

    日米コミュニティで活躍する社会人のための、バイリンガル・ワークショップ＆ネットワーキングイベントに参加しませんか？

    2020年以降、私たちを取り巻くキャリア環境は大きく変化しました。

    パンデミック、レイオフ、そしてAIの急速な進化――。もし今、自分のキャリアに不安や迷い、違和感を感じているなら、それはあなただけではありません。そして、決して「遅れている」わけでもありません。

    このワークショップは、日々の忙しさや情報のノイズから少し距離を置き、自分にとって本当に大切なものを見つめ直すための、温かく率直な時間です。現在の労働市場のリアルを整理しながら、自分の価値観、本当に求めていること、そしてこれからの方向性について考えていきます。

    ワークショップを終える頃には、参加前よりも少し視界がクリアになり、自分らしい“次の一歩”が見えているはずです。

    * The workshop will be conducted primarily in English, but Japanese support will also be available. Those who are not fully comfortable with English are warmly welcome to join.
    * ワークショップは主に英語で進行しますが、日本語でのサポートもございますので、英語に自信のない方も安心してご参加いただけます。


    All professionals are welcome — not just the “young” ones!

    2:15 PM (PT)　　Registration Begins
    2:30 - 4:00 PM (PT)　   Program                            
    4:00 -5:00 PM (PT)　    Networking Reception   

      Location: Lawndale Library - Meeting Room (In Person Only)
      14615 Burin Ave, Lawndale, CA 90260

      Fee: JASSC Members & Students: $10
      Non-members: $15


        * Please bring a pen and paper for journaling.
        * ジャーナリング用に、ペンとノートをご持参ください。


        Featured Speaker


        Nao Fujisawa
        Leadership and Career Coach / HR Professional 
        https://naofujisawa.carrd.co/

        Born in Japan and based in the US for nearly two decades, Nao brings a cross-cultural perspective to career coaching that is rare and deeply practical. With 15+ years in HR across Silicon Valley's tech industry, she understands firsthand how easy it is to lose sight of what you actually want — and what it takes to find it again. ICF-certified coach. She combines coaching depth with real-world HR insight.

        日本出身・米国在住約20年。シリコンバレーのテック業界で15年以上HRに携わり、異文化経験を活かした実践的なキャリアコーチングを提供している。ICF認定コーチとして、コーチングの専門性とリアルなHR経験を掛け合わせながら、一人ひとりが自分らしいキャリアや人生の軸を見つけるサポートを行っている。

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       E.N.G.A.G.E with us.  Support now!

      E.N.G.A.G.E. (Enrich, Nurture, Guide and Grow through Education)

      At the Japan America Society of Southern California, we believe in the power of culture to build a brighter, more interconnected world. Our student and young professionals programs are designed to foster education about Japan and also build understanding, collaboration, and lifelong friendships between young people in Japan and the United States. But we cannot do it alone – we need your help.

      Why Your Support Matters:

      Help sustain and grow our legacy educational programs like the Japan America Kite Festival®  Japanese kite making workshops that serve LA area under-resourced elementary school children, Japan Bowl® of California Benkyoukai that prepare U.S. high school students for the annual National Japan Bowl® competition, and our Women’s Leadership Counts Initiative Young Professionals Workshops that strategically support career development of young professionals on both sides of the Pacific.

      • Empower Youth: By contributing, you enable students and young professionals to engage in life-changing cultural and educational opportunities.
      • Build Bridges: Your donation helps bridge the gap between the Japanese and American cultures, fostering mutual respect and global cooperation.
      • Create Leaders: Our programs nurture future leaders who will drive positive change and international understanding.

      Join Us in Making a Difference:

      • Donate Today!! Your financial support is crucial in providing educational resources, and enabling our world-class programs.

      Together, we can create a future where young minds are enriched through cultural  understanding and enhanced knowledge about Japan and the U.S.

      E.N.G.A.G.E. the Japan America Society student and young professional programs today and be a part of a creating a better tomorrow, today.

      Thank you for your generosity and commitment to fostering international friendship and cooperation.

      How You Can Help!

      There are many ways to support JASSC fulfill our non-profit mission:

                

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