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Dr. Alexander Ling, Speaker, and Dr. Artur Ekert, Navigator
Online
Discussion

Satellite Quantum Communication and Impact on Cyber Security

09 Nov 2021
8 - 9 a.m.
Tokyo Time
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First webinar of the OIST & ASJ Quantum/Cyber Security Seminar Series exploring different aspects of quantum technology and its future impact.
Ambassadors’ Circle with Brisith Ambassador H.E. Ms. Julia Longbottom
Discussion

Ambassadors' Circle with the British Ambassador

12 Nov 2021
8 - 9:15 a.m.
Japan Ceneter welcomes H.E. Ms. Julia Longbottom to November’s “Ambassadors’ Circle.”
Master Crafts of Japan: Redefining Crafting for Our Shared Future
Symposium

Master Crafts of Japan: Redefining Crafting for Our Shared Future

22 Nov 2021
3 - 7:30 p.m.
The theme for this year's art symposium is "Japanese Traditional Crafts," and it will bring together activists who are making efforts to open up new markets for traditional crafts by connecting domestic and overseas markets.

News and Updates

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Search starts for ASPI Fellow in Japan

With the encouragement of Asia Society President Kevin Rudd, the Japan Center have decided to begin a job search for a Japan-based ASPI fellow.
Etsu Egami, an artist, answering a question in Q&A session
Arts

Art for Breakfast 2021: The Potential of the Third Generation of Postwar Contemporary Artists in Japan

Etsu Egami, an international artist based in Tokyo, Beijing, and New York, introduces her work and the process in which she explores the essence of communication through mishearing and misunderstanding.
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Mina Katsuki giving a presentation
Arts

Art for Breakfast 2021: 'From One Stroke'

Artist Mina Katsuki shares not only the unique process in creating her works, but also stories she can now reveal.
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Dr. Gruss in discussion with the audience
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The Future of Healthcare (Recap)

September 14, 2021 — Peter Gruss, President/CEO of OIST, presents his thoughts on the future of healthcare and engages with participants on the topic.
Speakers of the second session of Startup Nation Japan 2021
Business

Startup Nation Japan 2021: Activist Investors as Catalyst for Old Japan’s New Growth Dynamics

In the second episode of Asia Society Japan's new series Startup Nation Japan, Oki Matsumoto and James Rosenwald describe the role activist investors play in the country's startup scene.
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H.E Mr. Galuzin during the talk session
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Ambassadors' Circle with the Russian Ambassador (Recap)

August 26, 2021 — Asia Society Japan welcomed H.E. Mr. Mikhail Y. Galuzin, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation to the Ambassadors’ Circle in August.
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Art for Breakfast 2021: Survival Society (Recap)

February 22, 2021 — Matt Alt, the author of “Pure Invention”, joined Art for Breakfast online to discuss how our pandemic lives were “made in Japan” and tell us how he became an expert in Japan’s pop culture.
Mr. Takuya Tsutsumi making a speech after winning the Ronnie Prize
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2021 Japan Traditional Craft Revitalization Contest Award Ceremony (Recap)

July 6, 2021 — Award ceremony for Japan Traditional Craft Revitalization Contest was held to award the very first Ronnie Prize to a winner from a group of ten finalists.
Dr. Peter Gruss, President/CEO of OIST, and Mr. Jesper Koll, Asia Society Japan’s policy committee chair, preparing for the session
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OIST Quantum/Cyber Security Initiative: The Science, the Opportunities, and the Real-World Challenge (Recap)

June 1, 2021 — Asia Society Japan Center and Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) held an online seminar on quantum technology and its future impact on information security.
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Art for Breakfast 2021: Art World in Tokyo through the Looking Glass (Recap)

March 10, 2021 — The founder of Art Platform Tokyo, Noriko Kashiwagi, discusses the challenges Tokyo local artists face when they venture into the global market and the skills and mindset those artists need to acquire.
Kathy Matsui of MPower speaking on stage with other speakers
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Startup Nation Japan 2021: Venture Capital, Entrepreneurship and Japan’s New Growth Dynamics (Recap)

July 20, 2021 — In the inaugural session of a new series, Startup Nation Japan, three thought leaders in Japan’s emerging venture capital scene discussed the real-world perspective and challenges for Japan to become a startup nation.
Her Excellency Ms. Melba Pría Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United Mexican States
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Ambassadors' Circle with the Mexican Ambassador

June 22, 2021 — Japan Center welcomed Her Excellency Ms. Melba Pría to June Ambassador’s Circle. Ambassador Pría discussed Mexico’s relations with US and Canada as well as its partnership with Japan.
Ai Makita – a visual artist based in Tokyo and New York
Arts

Art for Breakfast 2021: Artist’s Work in New York and Tokyo

Ai Makita, a visual artist, takes us on a journey of her art form and tells us how working in both Tokyo and New York has affected how she sees herself in the art world.
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Jesper Koll and Daniel Russel at Asia Society Policy Salon Tokyo session
Policy

Asia Society Policy Salon Tokyo – Views from the U.S.: Next Steps for the Biden Administration on Asia

Daniel Russel discusses the factors shaping the policies of the Biden administration and where they are going with Indo-Pacific related issues in a conversation with Jesper Koll.
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Art for Breakfast 2021: Everett Kennedy Brown | Artist

March 22, 2021 — Everett Kennedy Brown, a Kyoto-based American artist, takes us on a mystical journey where past, present and future collide through his photographic works, using wet plate negatives in his presentation.

Events

Online
Discussion

Satellite Quantum Communication and Impact on Cyber Security

09 Nov 2021
8 - 9 a.m.
Tokyo Time
Calculate your local time »
First webinar of the OIST & ASJ Quantum/Cyber Security Seminar Series exploring different aspects of quantum technology and its future impact.
Discussion

Ambassadors' Circle with the British Ambassador

12 Nov 2021
8 - 9:15 a.m.
Japan Ceneter welcomes H.E. Ms. Julia Longbottom to November’s “Ambassadors’ Circle.”
Symposium

Master Crafts of Japan: Redefining Crafting for Our Shared Future

22 Nov 2021
3 - 7:30 p.m.
The theme for this year's art symposium is "Japanese Traditional Crafts," and it will bring together activists who are making efforts to open up new markets for traditional crafts by connecting domestic and overseas markets.
Meet the Artist

Manifold | Mitsumasa Kadota

08 Dec 2021
8 - 9:15 a.m.
Experiencing and exposed to the New York art scene, a contemporary artist, Mitsumasa Kadota, will talk about his life and journey as an artist and the visions he has for his future works.