The U.S.-Japan Council

THE U.S.-JAPAN COUNCIL is a newly established 501c3 non-profit educational organization, which seeks to build a dynamic international network of Japanese Americans committed to strong U.S.-Japan relations. The USJC opened its doors in early 2009 and maintains offices in Washington, DC and Los Angeles.

The Council has an active governing board an is planning a range of new programs and initiatives. It has also assumed responsibility for administering and building upon a number of international programs and activities initiated by the Japanese American National Museum in Los Angeles.

USJC Board

The U.S.-Japan Council Board of Directors and the Honorable Senator Daniel K. Inouye and Dr. Paul Terasaki

Goals

Create a Council of Japanese American leaders to maintain effective working relations with American, Japanese and Nikkei leaders in government, business and education. The Council collaborates with key U.S.-Japan and Japanese American organizations, including academic, policy, economic, cultural, media and educational entities.
Develop educational and policy programs focused on key bilateral issues and initiatives.
Support educational and other programs which encourage young Japanese Americans and other Americans to become familiar with Japan, including its culture, arts and language.

“The relationship between the United States and Japan remains the most important bilateral relationship for our two countries. Japanese Americans have risen to leadership positions in all walks of life, and can play an important role in the further strengthening of U.S.-Japan relations at all levels, from business and politics to arts and academia.

We want to build bridges of understanding so that our children and grandchildren will be Americans proud of their Japanese ancestry.”

U.S. Senator Daniel K. Inouye