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SUMMARY:UW-Japan Life Sciences Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join U.S. and Japanese leaders in industry\, academia\, and government at the UW–Japan Life Sciences Forum. This event will showcase regional biotech strengths and create opportunities for companies and academics with aligned interests to connect. \nHosted by the Japan America Society of Wisconsin (JASWI) in partnership with the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS)\, School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH)\, Office of Business Engagement (OBE)\, and the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)\, the forum will highlight Wisconsin’s strengths in biotechnology\, translational research\, and human health innovation. \nParticipants can expect a full-day program including:\n\nKeynote remarks from regional and international partners\nPresentations showcasing UW–Madison research and innovation\nInsights into commercialization initiatives such as The Isthmus Project\nNetworking lunch with faculty\, researchers\, and industry representatives\nGuided campus tours of the Babcock Dairy Plant\, and select facilities within Biochemistry and Genetics Departments\nThe day will conclude with informal networking and refreshments.\n\nThis event is designed for:\n\nU.S. and Japanese Life Sciences companies\nUniversity faculty\, researchers\, and graduate students in Life Sciences fields\nOrganizations interested in U.S.–Japan research collaboration and cross-cultural business\n\nRegistration\nCost: $100 per person (student rate = $35). This admission includes:  \n\nAccess to all presentations and tours\nNetworking lunch\nRefreshments and closing reception\n\nA use the registration icon below to secure your spot at this event: \n \nKey Details:\nDate: April 22nd\, 2026Time: 9:00 am to 5:00 pmLocation: University of Wisconsin–Madison Fluno CenterAddress: 601 University Ave 8th Floor\, Madison\, WI 53715Admission: $100 \nFor questions\, please contact JASWI Executive Director\, Kerry Clark – Kerry.Clark@jaswi.org
URL:https://jaswi.org/event/life-sciences/
LOCATION:UW-Madison Fluno Center\, 601 University Ave\, 8th Floor\, Madison\, WI\, 53715\, United States
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SUMMARY:Noh in Dialogue: Music and Tradition in Japanese Performing Arts
DESCRIPTION:Discover the world of Noh (能)\, the oldest surviving form of Japanese theater. This program explores Noh’s refined masks\, stylized movement\, distinctive stage\, and evocative musical traditions. The presentation places Noh in conversation with later classical forms such as Kabuki (歌舞伎) and Bunraku (文楽)\, highlighting Japan’s unique aesthetic heritage. \nPresenter:Dr. Mariko AnnoAssociate Professor\, Institute of Science Tokyo \nDr. Anno is a bilingual Japanese American scholar specializing in ethnomusicology. Her work examines traditional Japanese performing arts\, including Noh and nohkan flute performance. She holds advanced degrees from Tokyo University of the Arts and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and is the author of Piercing the Structure of Tradition: Flute Performance\, Continuity\, and Freedom in the Music of Noh (Cornell University Press). \nAdditional Information:Open to the public. All are welcome. \nDate: March 25\, 2026Time: Lecture 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM; Reception 7:30-8:30 PM. Doors open from 5:30 PMLocation: University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire\, Haas Fine Arts Center\, Room 101Address: 121 Water St.\, Eau Claire\, WI 53703Admission: Free \nImage credit: Noh Mask by Kitazawa Hideta Image © 2025 Kitazawa Sohta
URL:https://jaswi.org/event/introduction-to-noh-theater-2/
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SUMMARY:Peaceful Forest - Japanese Taiko Performance
DESCRIPTION:Experience the power of Japanese drumming! \nJoin us for a special 30-minute taiko performance by Peaceful Forest (peacefulforest.org)\, followed by a Q&A to hear about this family’s inspiring journey and mission. \nWorld champion taiko drummer Takumi Kato and his three children\, performing together as Peaceful Forest\, are on an extraordinary four‑year journey to share a message of peace and harmony across the United States. Since October 2022\, they have been traveling to schools\, community centers\, festivals\, senior homes\, and more\, with a goal of performing 1\,000 shows in all 50 states; they have already completed over 600 performances! Their natural ability to connect with audiences of all ages is the perfect way to fill your evening with warmth\, energy\, and hope as we come to the end of the year. \nAdmission is free; donations to support their cause are welcome. Donate in advance or on the day. \nPlease RSVP to help us manage the venue capacity. \nQuestions? Contact info@jaswi.org \n  \nPROGRAM: \n6:30pm – Doors Open \n7:00pm – Taiko Performance \n7:30pm – Q&A \n8:00pm – Event ends
URL:https://jaswi.org/event/peaceful-forest-japanese-taiko-performance/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Society’s Meeting House\, 900 University Bay Drive\, Madison\, WI\, 53705\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Clark":MAILTO:kerry.clark@jaswi.org
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SUMMARY:JASWI Bounenkai - Year-end Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a year-end “Bounenkai” celebration\, co-hosted by the Japan America Society of Wisconsin (JASWI) and the Madison Committee on Foreign Relations (MCFR). \nThis event will feature guest speakers from Kikkoman\, Asahi USA\, and Great Dane Japan sharing insider perspectives on Wisconsin’s unique partnerships with Japan and how we can continue building success together. \nA variety of dishes will be served for all attendees and drinks will be available by individual purchase. Spots are limited so please RSVP using the button below.
URL:https://jaswi.org/event/jaswi-bounenkai-year-end-celebration/
LOCATION:Octopi Brewing\, 1131 Uniek Drive\, Waunakee\, WI\, 53597\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Clark":MAILTO:kerry.clark@jaswi.org
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SUMMARY:Women's Pro Volleyball - Come and support Manami Kojima選手
DESCRIPTION:Join JASWI for a fun\, social outing on Saturday\, October 25 to watch AU Pro Volleyball at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison and cheer on Manami Kojima of Japan who will be competing that day! Due to AU Pro’s unique league format\, the exact time of Manami’s match (either 2:00pm or 4:30pm) will be set on October 21; your ticket is valid for both matches on the day. Tickets are $15 (plus tax)\, and JASWI has reserved a block section. Use this ticketing link to purchase directly and you’ll be seated with fellow JASWI members (children 4 and under are free). Let’s fill the stands\, support Manami-san\, and enjoy top-tier volleyball together! \nQuestions? Contact Kerry.Clark@jaswi.org\n\n \nMore information about AU Pro Volleyball:\nAthletes Unlimited Pro Volleyball Championship brings 44 world-class athletes to Madison\, Wisconsin\, and Omaha\, Nebraska\, for an exclusive four-week competition to crown the sport’s ultimate champion. Teams are redrafted each week\, which means you get to see the best of the best battling with and against each other in different combinations. All active players from the roster will be on one of the four teams each week. As the teams play each other every week\, we keep a running leaderboard that counts points for each athlete individually. You can see the leaderboard change constantly throughout the match as athletes make plays. Each week the top four players on the leaderboard serve as team captains and draft their new teams. Since teams are drafted at the beginning of each week we will not know what game time Manami is in until the start of the week; your ticket will be good for both games that day and an update will be shared about the game time (either 2:00pm or 4:30pm) no later than Oct 21. 
URL:https://jaswi.org/event/womens-pro-volleyball-come-and-support-manami-kojima%e9%81%b8%e6%89%8b/
LOCATION:Alliant Energy Center\, 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way\, Madison\, WI\, 53713\, United States
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SUMMARY:UW-Japan Engineering & Technology Forum
DESCRIPTION:The UW-Japan Engineering & Technology Forum will be hosted at the Wisconsin Institute for Discovery in Madison\, Wisconsin on Thursday\, October 23\, 2025\, with an additional half-day program available on the afternoon and evening of Wednesday\, October 22. \nThis forum is designed to bring together leaders from academia and industry to explore cutting-edge content in three key areas: \n\nQuantum & AI Technology\nAdvanced Manufacturing\nClean Energy\n\nParticipants from Japanese companies with operations in the Midwest and nationwide\, and US companies with connects to Japan will have the opportunity to engage directly with top faculty\, researchers\, and students from the University of Wisconsin-Madison College of Engineering\, Department of Physics\, and School of Computer\, Data & Information Sciences. \nThe day will feature presentations\, tours of our research facilities\, networking opportunities\, and some classic Wisconsin fun. We look forward to welcoming you to Madison!  \nFull-Day Program (Oct 23\, 2025) $100 – includes lunch\, dinner\, all sessions in the Main Program \nFull-Day Program PLUS Half-Day (Oct 22\, 2025) $150 – optional add-on for guests arriving to Madison early\, includes exclusive tour of the Exact Sciences automated laboratories\, an interactive session with College of Agricultural and Life Sciences\, and evening welcome drinks at Asahi/Octopi Brewing Taproom. Transportation provided. \nHOW TO REGISTER FOR THIS FORUM: \nPlease RSVP by Wednesday\, October 8 to secure your spot:  \n \nBook your hotel room at our designated event property\, the Hilton Monona Terrace\, and enjoy a special group discount on October 22 and 23 by clicking here. \n\nOrganized by: Japan America Society of Wisconsin (JASWI)\, University of Wisconsin-Madison College of Engineering\, and Wisconsin Economic Development Corporate (WEDC). \nFor general inquiries please contact: info@jaswi.org
URL:https://jaswi.org/event/uw-japan-engineering-technology-forum/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Institute for Discovery\, 330 N Orchard St\, Madison\,\, WI\, 53715\, United States
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SUMMARY:JASWI Reception for Japanese Language & Community Leaders
DESCRIPTION:We are bringing together Wisconsin’s Japanese language educators and community leaders to discuss ideas for strengthening our Japan-Wisconsin connections\, share ideas and explore new opportunities for collaboration. This event will include small breakout sessions (focused on sister city programs\, K-12 / post-secondary language education\, community initiatives)\, networking\, and live entertainment. \nWe’re also honored to have Consul General Masashi Mizobuchi joining us from the Japanese Consulate in Chicago to share his insights and support our collective efforts.\n\nEvent Details:\n📅 Sunday\, October 19\, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.\n📍 Warch Campus Center\, Nathan Pusey Room\, Lawrence University\, Appleton\, WI\n\nFor more information about how to join\, contact Kerry.Clark@jaswi.org\n 
URL:https://jaswi.org/event/jaswi-reception-for-japanese-language-community-leaders/
LOCATION:Lawrence University\, Appleton WI\, 711 E Boldt Way\, Appleton\, WI\, 54911\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Clark":MAILTO:kerry.clark@jaswi.org
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SUMMARY:July 24: Frank Lloyd Wright and Japan: Traditional Japanese Culture as a  Means to Modern American Architecture
DESCRIPTION:Join world-renowned architectural scholar Professor Kevin Nute to explore the connections between Frank Lloyd Wright\, Wisconsin\, and Japanese design. The event will be held in the Landmark Auditorium of FUS’s Meeting House\, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright himself. \nFor questions or more information\, please contact info@jaswi.org. \nTo register for this free event\, please respond using the form below. \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Your first and last name\n \n \n Your email\n \n \n Your message (optional)\n \nWould you like to receive the quarterly JASWI Newsletter for more information about upcoming events and US-Japan relations in Wisconsin?\nYes\, please sign me up!
URL:https://jaswi.org/event/wisconsin-japan-frank-lloyd-wright-connections/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Society’s Meeting House\, 900 University Bay Drive\, Madison\, WI\, 53705\, United States
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SUMMARY:July 19: Kikkoman Cookout at Jefferson Summer Festival
DESCRIPTION:A fun “matsuri” style event to mark the new partnership between the City of Jefferson and Kikkoman Foods\, Inc. Local chefs will prepare sample dishes showcasing a variety of Kikkoman sauces and flavors. The event will also feature food trucks and Japanese themed music & dance performances to highlight the best of Japanese food\, culture and community. \nFor more information\, contact us at info@jaswi.org \n 
URL:https://jaswi.org/event/cookout-with-kikkoman-jefferson-summer-festival/
LOCATION:Rotary Park\, Jefferson\, 301 S Gardner Ave\, Jefferson\, 53549
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Clark":MAILTO:kerry.clark@jaswi.org
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SUMMARY:Discover Japan: A Celebration of Travel\, Literature and Global Connections
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating Japan’s culture\, literature and our community’s global connections! Explore the new “Library of Japan” book collection donated by the Japan America Society of Wisconsin and hear about what students from Oregon High School learned on their recent trip to Japan. The evening will also feature remarks from Consul-General Naoya Kishi. \n  \nAdmission: Free \nLight refreshments will be available.
URL:https://jaswi.org/event/discover-japan-a-celebration-of-travel-literature-and-global-connections/
LOCATION:Oregon Public Library\, 200 N Alpine Pkwy\, Oregon\, WI\, 53575\, United States
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