Tomoe Kanda-Lew
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, California, United States • 1 - 10 EmployeesInternational Affairs
MissionThe Japan America Society of Southern California was founded on February 21, 1909 to build economic, cultural, governmental and personal relationships between the people of Japan and America.We are 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. Our membership is open to the general public and currently includes 140 corporate members and nearly 2,000 individual members. Corporate members are divided almost evenly among Japanese and American companies; Individual members consist of approximately 35% Japanese nationals and 65% Americans.Support for our work is derived principally from annual fundraising events and the generous support of our individual and corporate members.Purpose "To Build Economic, Cultural, Governmental and Personal Relationships Between the People of Japan and America".Programs and EventsThe Society maintains an active calendar offering a diversity of programs that help promote better understanding between Japan and America. These include:+ Breakfast and luncheon programs where issues are discussed and debated by leading figures in the U.S.-Japan relationship.+ Special seminars and workshops throughout the year that provide extensive information on specific topics related to Japan and the Asia-Pacific region.+ Roundtable meetings that provide opportunities to discuss industry-specific topics and other shared interests, as well as opportunities to meet your counterparts and develop strategic contacts.+ Anniversary Dinner & Gala Celebration, Annual Golf Classic, Women's Leadership Counts Conference+ Educational programs for youth such as Japan Bowl® of California and HITACHI Japanese Kite Workshops+ Art, Music, Fashion, Film, Performing Arts programs and other special activities.