U.S.-Japan Council Annual Conference 2025

U.S.-Japan Council (USJC)

The U.S.-Japan Council (USJC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening relations between the United States and Japan by fostering global leadership and collaboration. It brings together leaders from diverse sectors in both countries, emphasizing the power of people-to-people relationships to build trust, promote understanding, and address shared challenges. Through its programs and networks, the USJC develops and connects leaders who work toward sustainable solutions benefiting both nations.

The 2025 Annual Conference of the U.S.-Japan Council (USJC) was held in Honolulu, Hawaii, bringing together over 650 participants, including both members and non-members.

For the first time, Diarkis CEO Nobuyori Takahashi was invited to attend the event, joining an impressive lineup of leaders from across the United States and Japan. Notable guest speakers included Mr. John Green, former Governor of Hawaii, and Mr. Hidehiko Yuzaki, Governor of Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan.

Throughout the conference, our CEO engaged with various leaders, exchanging insights on leadership, collaboration, and innovation between the two nations. Reflecting on the event, he emphasized that his key takeaway was witnessing the deep and enduring bond between the United States and Japan, and recognizing the continued importance of maintaining a strong, authentic relationship built on trust and mutual understanding.