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U.S.-Japan Business Council

The U.S.-Japan Business Council (USJBC) at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is a Washington, D.C.-based business association whose mission is to advance U.S. business interests in Japan and promote stronger economic ties between the United States and Japan.

 

USJBC member companies collectively account for a substantial share of overall U.S. economic activity with Japan, and place high priority on doing business in Japan and helping forge the most cooperative and mutually beneficial economic relationship possible between the two countries.

Facts about Japan

  • Japan is the world’s third largest economy by nominal GDP.
  • The U.S. and Japan together represent approximately 30 percent of global Gross Domestic Product.
  • Japan is a member of the G7 and the G20.
  • Tokyo ranked second on the Innovation Cities Index in 2019 and fourth on the 2020 Global Cities Index.
  • Japan has the second longest life expectancy in the world at 84.9 years according to the United Nations Development Programme.

The U.S.-Japan Business Council and the Japan-U.S. Business Council co-host the 56th U.S.-Japan Business Conference at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in Washington D.C. (September 17-18, 2019)
Lawrence A. Kudlow, Assistant to the President for Economic Policy and Director of the National Economic Council gives remarks at the U.S.-Japan Business Conference
Congresswoman Stephanie Murphy (D-FL) and Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) share their view from Congress on trade and bilateral relations during the U.S.-Japan Business Conference networking dinner
A fireside chat with Keith Krach, Under Secratary for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment, U.S. Department of State
U.S.-Japan Business Conference - Digital Economy Breakout Session
U.S.-Japan Business Conference - Energy and Infrastructure Breakout Session
U.S.-Japan Business Conference - Financial Services Breakout Session
U.S.-Japan Business Conference - Healthcare Innovation Breakout Session
U.S.-Japan Business Conference - Travel, Tourism, and Transportation Breakout Session
U.S.-Japan Business Conference - Panel discussion on "Changing Demographics in the U.S. and Japan: Policies that enable businesses to sustain growth"
U.S.-Japan Business Conference - Panel discussion on "Ethics for businesses in a time of disruptive technologies" (September 18, 2019)
During the "Technology Enabling Travel and Tourism" event, panelists discuss innovative solutions that U.S. and Japanese companies can provide to help the Japanese government meet their goals for inbound tourism and cashless payments (July 23, 2019)
During the "Technology Enabling Travel and Tourism" event, panelists discuss innovative solutions that U.S. and Japanese companies can provide to help the Japanese government meet their goals for inbound tourism and cashless payments (July 23, 2019)
Japanese Deputy Prime Minister Taro Aso addresses USJBC members during a luncheon (April 11, 2019)
USJBC Luncheon with Deputy Prime Minister Aso (April 11, 2019)
H.E. Taro Aso, Deputy Prime Minister of Japan and Myron Brilliant, Executive Vice President and Head of International Affairs, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
(From left to right) David Gossack, USJBC Executive Director Aiko Lane, Japanese Deputy Prime Minster Taro Aso, and U.S. Chamber Senior Vice President for Asia, Charles Freeman
U.S. Ambassador to Japan William Hagerty speaks at the 55th Japan-U.S. Business Conference (Oct 31 - Nov 1, 2018)
Thomas Donohue, President and CEO of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce receives the Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun for his contribution to U.S.-Japan relations (Oct. 30, 2018)
Shinsuke Sugiyama, Ambassador of Japan to the United States congratulates Thomas Donohue, President and CEO, U.S. Chamber of Commerce during the Grand Cordon ceremony held in his residence (Oct 30, 2018)
The 54th U.S.-Japan Business Conference (Nov 2-3, 2017)
H.E. Joaquin Castro (D-TX 20th District), U.S. House of Representatives, Co-Chair of the U.S.-Japan Congressional Caucus speaking at the 54th U.S.-Japan Business Conference Reception (Nov 2, 2017)
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe speaks at a business roundtable hosted by the U.S. Chamber and USJBC (April 29, 2015)
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Recent Activity

ReportDec 30, 2020 - 6:00am
USJBC - 57th Japan Business Conference - Regulatory Coherence

Reducing Market Fragmentation through Enhanced International Regulatory Coherence

In the aftermath of the financial crisis of 2008, regulatory reforms to strengthen the financial system were critical in enhancing market transparency and restoring confidence in global financial institutions. While the regulatory reforms have been generally supportive of international regulatory coherence, unwarranted market fragmentation remains, which has led to inefficient markets and higher transaction costs. This paper provides an overview of reports presenting thoughtful insights and recommendations for reducing fragmentation.

ReportNov 25, 2020 - 1:00pm
Cover of the Connectivity report

Enhancing Data Connectivity in the Financial Services Sector

The financial services firms of the U.S.-Japan Business Council view data connectivity as a means to connect to their customers, manage risks, and ultimately provide critical services to individuals, businesses, and governments around the world. We strongly believe that data connectivity translates directly to economic growth, supports financial stability, and facilitates financial regulators’ access to financial-risk related data that is needed to ensure macroeconomic stability and soundness. Despite strong evidence to support these assertions, financial services firms often find themselves confronted with regulatory efforts that impede data connectivity, risking financial stability and market integrity.

ReportNov 18, 2020 - 6:00pm
USJBC - Pension Gap Cover

Bridging Japan’s Pension Savings and Returns Gap: A Focus on Younger Generations

Japanese retirees have long relied on the public pension system to fund their post-retirement living. In this super-aging society, however, sole reliance on the public pension system is not sustainable; a joint solution leveraging both the public and private pension systems will be essential to secure retirees’ financial wellbeing.

Press ReleaseOct 28, 2020 - 7:30am

U.S.-Japan Business Council Appoints S&P Global CEO Douglas L. Peterson as New Chairman

WASHINGTON, D.C.—The U.S. Chamber’s U.S.-Japan Business Council (USJBC) announced today that Doug Peterson, president and chief executive officer of S&P Global, has been elected chairman of the USJBC for a two-year term, effective October 27, 2020.

Press ReleaseOct 27, 2020 - 9:30pm

Joint Statement 57th U.S.-Japan Business Conference

Redefining U.S.-Japan Business Priorities Amidst a Global Pandemic

ReportSep 29, 2020 - 9:00am

Leveraging Digital Technologies to Improve Health Care Outcomes: An opportunity for policy collaboration in the U.S.-Japan bilateral relationship

Digital advancements in health care are propelling innovation and driving long - term structural changes in how health car e is delivered — trends that the COVID -19 pandemic has only accelerated. From digital tools driving research and development of treatments and vaccines for COVID -19 to delivering health care remotely through telemedicine, both the response and recovery phases are heavily dependent on new technologies.

Letters to CongressAug 03, 2020 - 1:30pm

U.S. Chamber Letter on the Nomination of Dr. Kenneth Weinstein to be Ambassador to Japan

This Hill letter was sent to the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, on the nomination of Dr. Kenneth Weinstein to be U.S. Ambassador to Japan.

CommentJan 14, 2020 - 9:00am

Joint Statement on WTO Trilateral Discussions

The trilateral discussions between the European Union, Japan and the United States need to deliver concrete proposals that restore the global level playing field with regards to market distortive practices.  

TestimonyDec 04, 2019 - 5:30pm

Statement on U.S.-Japan Trade Agreements

WRITTEN COMMENTSON: “U.S.-Japan Trade Agreements”TO: Subcommittee on Trade, U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Ways & MeansBY: The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and U.S.-Japan Business Council

Op EdOct 18, 2019 - 1:30pm

‘We can’t fall behind on trade:’ Trump must strike a deal with Japan now, says US Chamber CEO

When you stand still on trade, you fall behind. Nowhere is this more apparent for the United States than in Japan, the world’s third largest economy and long a top market for U.S. exports. It’s also why the U.S. just launched negotiations for a trade agreement with Japan.

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