PRESS EVENTS

Press Events

Professional Luncheon: What are Japan's Choices in the New Trump Era?

Monday, May 26, 2025, 12:00 - 13:30

PROFESSIONAL LUNCHEON
What are Japan's Choices in the New Trump Era?   
Kazuto Suzuki, Professor at the Graduate School of Public Policy at the University of Tokyo & Director of the Institute of Geoeconomics at International House of Japan
Ken Jimbo, Professor, Faculty of Policy Management Keio University & Managing Director, International House of Japan

12:00-13:30 Monday, May 26, 2025
Language: The speech and Q & A will be in English.

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Press Events

PRESS CONFERENCE: The Elders Speak Out on Nuclear Non-Proliferation and Disarmament

Thursday, May 15, 2025, 15:00 - 16:00

PRESS CONFERENCE

The Elders Speak Out on Nuclear Non-Proliferation and Disarmament

Juan Manuel Santos, Chair of The Elders, former President of Colombia
Ban Ki-moon, Deputy Chair of The Elders, former UN Secretary General         
Elbegdorj Tsakhia, former President and Prime Minister of Mongolia  
Hina Jilani, Leading activist in Pakistan's women's movement and human rights
Ernesto Zedillo, former President of Mexico

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Press Events

Press Conference: David Ha, CEO of Sakana AI Co., Ltd.

Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 11:00 - 12:00

PRESS CONFERENCE
David Ha, CEO of Sakana AI Co., Ltd.

11:00-12:00 Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Language: The speech and Q & A will be in English.

Sakana AI: Navigating Japan's AI Landscape

Despite its global high-tech reputation, Japan has struggled to keep pace with developments in artificial intelligence (AI), a technology predicted to become a $4.8 trillion market by 2033. Aiming to garner a share of that business is Tokyo-based startup Sakana AI. Founded in 2023 by former Google researchers, Sakana AI is backed by investors such as Nvidia and Japanese high-tech stalwarts NEC and Fujitsu. Last August, the company launched AI Scientist, claimed to be the first system to automate scientific discovery.

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President's Message

May 2025
Dear Membership:

I hope your Golden Week is going well, and the holidays have been fruitful. We are now on special hours of Club operation, but I’m happy to share that the number of membership applications is rising, which is a tribute to our great events and committees that were well represented at the March General Membership Meeting. This Board of Directors has less than two months left in our tenure before the next election, but there is still much to do and opportunities for all. I hope many of you will consider running for office and contributing to the Club in a leadership role when elections are held in June.
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Deep Dive

Asa-kai

Deep Dive: The Trump Impact on the Global Financial System - Where From Here?

Friday, May 16, 2025, 08:00 - 10:00

FCCJ Deep Dive Series
“The Trump Impact on the Global Financial System - Where From Here?”
08:30-10:00 Friday, May 16, 2025
(The speech and Q & A will be in English)

Keiichi Aritomo
Executive Director, FinCity.Tokyo

Satoru Yamadera
Advisor, Economic Research and Development Impact Department, Asian Development Bank

Jesper Koll
Global Ambassador and Expert Director at Monex Group

Trump tariffs and trade policies have provoked concern and confusion in global financial markets, to the point where the US Treasury bond market - the world's biggest by far - is being questioned by some as a reliable and sustainable source of finance.

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DINING

Dining

2025 Early Summer Golf Tournament

Friday, June 13, 2025, 09:00 - 16:00

(Japanese translation follows English, 日本語訳は英文の後に続きます。)

2025 Early Summer Golf Tournament

The FCCJ Early Summer Golf Tournament will be held at PGM ISHIOKA GOLF CLUB in Ibaraki Prefecture on June 13, 2025.

Participants: 20 players in five groups, the first tee time is 9:15 a.m.
Members with guests are welcome, foursomes are encouraged.

The PGM ISHIOKA GOLF CLUB
https://www.pacificgolf.co.jp/ishioka

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Dining

Correspondents' Lunch (from 29 May, 2025)

Thursday, May 29, 2025, 11:30 - 14:00

Correspondents' Lunch Menu from May 29- May 30, 2025

Choice of Appetizer

Soup:
Today's Soup

or

Salad:
Today's Salad

Choice of Main Dish

Fish
Sautéed Fish with White Wine Cream Sauce

or

Meat
Grilled Pork with Verde Sauce

or

Pasta
Amatriciana

and

Bread (2 types of bread)

Coffee or Tea

1,300 yen (1,430 yen tax included)
For other available menu items, please see the Main Bar page.

 

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Dining

May 26 (Monday) Wine Tasting

Monday, May 26, 2025, 18:55 - 20:00

(Japanese translation follows English, 日本語訳は英文の後に続きます。)

May 26 (Monday) Wine Tasting
Session Two 6:55pm

This wine tasting will be held on one day only, please reserve early to ensure your tickets.

The Wine Tasting on May 26 will feature Australian wines in cooperation with Big Picture International .

We look forward to seeing you at this event, which in addition to the fabulous selection of vino, will also feature a variety of outstanding cheeses to complement the tasting sessions. Wine and cheese will be available for purchase direct from the vendors as usual, wine by credit card only (Master & VISA) and cheese and other snacks by cash only.

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Dining

May 26 (Monday) Wine Tasting

Monday, May 26, 2025, 17:30 - 18:35

(Japanese translation follows English, 日本語訳は英文の後に続きます。)

May 26 (Monday) Wine Tasting
Session One 5:30pm

This wine tasting will be held on one day only, please reserve early to ensure your tickets.

The Wine Tasting on May 26 will feature Australian wines in cooperation with Big Picture International .

We look forward to seeing you at this event, which in addition to the fabulous selection of vino, will also feature a variety of outstanding cheeses to complement the tasting sessions. Wine and cheese will be available for purchase direct from the vendors as usual, wine by credit card only (Master & VISA) and cheese and other snacks by cash only.

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Dining

Correspondents' Lunch (from 26 May, 2025)

Monday, May 26, 2025, 11:30 - 14:00

Correspondents' Lunch Menu from May 26- May 28, 2025

Choice of Appetizer

Soup:
Today's Soup

or

Salad:
Today's Salad

Choice of Main Dish

Fish
Deep-Fried Salmon with Tartar Sauce

or

Meat
Chicken Confit with Demi-Glace Sauce

or

Pasta
Tuna and Vegetables Tomato Sauce

and

Bread (2 types of bread)

Coffee or Tea

1,300 yen (1,430 yen tax included)
For other available menu items, please see the Main Bar page.

 

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Dining

Correspondents' Lunch (from 22 May, 2025)

Thursday, May 22, 2025, 11:30 - 14:00

Correspondents' Lunch Menu from May 22- May 23, 2025

Choice of Appetizer

Soup:
Today's Soup

or

Salad:
Today's Salad

Choice of Main Dish

Fish
Sautéed Fish with Balsamic Sauce

or

Meat
Pork Cutlet with Tomato Sauce

or

Pasta
Amatriciana

and

Bread (2 types of bread)

Coffee or Tea

1,300 yen (1,430 yen tax included)
For other available menu items, please see the Main Bar page.

 

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Dining

Tribute Evening for Hanif

Wednesday, May 21, 2025, 18:00 - 20:00

(Japanese translation follows English, 日本語訳は英文の後に続きます。)

Tribute evening for Hanif

While Hanif has already worked his last shift, we will hold a tribute evening on May 21, 2025 from 6pm - 8pm. Reserve at Reception 03-3211-3161, front@fccj.or.jp , members and their guests (limited to two) will pay 2,200 yen for a light buffet and one drink. Cancellations after May 15 will be charged in full.

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Dining

Correspondents' Lunch (from 19 May, 2025)

Monday, May 19, 2025, 11:30 - 14:00

Correspondents' Lunch Menu from May 19- May 21, 2025

Choice of Appetizer

Soup:
Today's Soup

or

Salad:
Today's Salad

Choice of Main Dish

Fish
Salmon Gratin

or

Meat
Sautéed Chicken with Asian-style

or

Pasta
Puttanesca

and

Bread (2 types of bread)

Coffee or Tea

1,300 yen (1,430 yen tax included)
For other available menu items, please see the Main Bar page.

 

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Dining

Tokyo Sinfonia Serenades Italy Dinner-Concert

Friday, May 16, 2025, 18:30 - 21:00

(Japanese translation follows English, 日本語訳は英文の後に続きます。)

The FCCJ Presents Tokyo Sinfonia Serenades Italy Dinner-Concert
18:30-21:00, Friday, May 16, 2025

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Members and guests, 8,850 yen (tax included)
Non members 9,750 yen (tax included / two or more 8,850 yen tax included)

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Dining

Correspondents' Lunch (from 15 May, 2025)

Thursday, May 15, 2025, 11:30 - 14:00

Correspondents' Lunch Menu from May 15- May 16, 2025

Choice of Appetizer

Soup:
Today's Soup

or

Salad:
Today's Salad

Choice of Main Dish

Fish
Fish Cream Croquette

or

Meat
Grilled Pork with Pizza-style Cheese Topping

or

Pasta
Pasta with Beef Tendon Tomato Sauce

and

Bread (2 types of bread)

Coffee or Tea

1,300 yen (1,430 yen tax included)
For other available menu items, please see the Main Bar page.

 

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Dining

Correspondents' Lunch (from 12 May, 2025)

Monday, May 12, 2025, 11:30 - 14:00

Correspondents' Lunch Menu from May 12- May 14, 2025

Choice of Appetizer

Soup:
Today's Soup

or

Salad:
Today's Salad

Choice of Main Dish

Fish
Fried White Fish with Tartar Sauce

or

Meat
Sautéed Chicken with Mustard Sauce

or

Pasta
Pasta with Salmon Tomato Sauce

and

Bread (2 types of bread)

Coffee or Tea

1,300 yen (1,430 yen tax included)
For other available menu items, please see the Main Bar page.

 

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Exhibitions

May 2025 Exhibition

(Japanese translation follows English, 日本語訳は英文の後に続きます。)

May 2025 Exhibition
Japan As Seen Through Diplomats’ Eyes
Collated by Shinobu Abe
April 26- May 30, 2025

For the month of May, the FCCJ presents a rare exhibition of photos taken by Japan- based diplomats titled “Japan As Seen Through Diplomats’ Eyes.” The exhibit features selected photographs from the annual ’Japan—Ambassador’s Eye’ photo exhibition that has been open to diplomats and their families since 1998. On FCCJ walls, you will see the contributions of more than 50 diplomats from over 40 countries and regions, each offering a unique perspective on Japan.

Exhibition Reception / Live Cello Performance*
Date: Wednesday, April 30, 6:30 - 8:30pm, (doors open at 6:00pm)
Entry Fee: Members: 1,000 yen, Guests/Non-members: 2,000 yen (includes one drink)

*Musical performance: Cellist Rin Tsuburai will perform Bach and others.
** The reception will be attended by at least 10 ambassadors. Please join us.

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