Women are disproportionally unrepresented in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields, an issue that poses major societal ramifications as STEM careers grow in prominence and importance. A four-day virtual summit featuring participants and panelists from the United States, Japan, and South Korea, tackled this issue head-on. Participants from all three countries discussed how to …
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The U.S. Embassy and the Department of State have no higher priority than the welfare and safety of U.S. citizens abroad. My team and I are pleased to let you know that the final U.S. citizen passenger, of the nearly 80 who were hospitalized in Japan, has returned to the United States. We are extremely …
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Deputy Secretary of State and Special Representative for North Korea Stephen Biegun was in Tokyo July 9 and 10 for a series of bilateral meetings with his Japanese counterparts. The visit followed a successful visit to Seoul. In a Thursday night dinner hosted by Vice Foreign Minister Takeo Akiba, the Deputy Secretary reaffirmed the United …
Read More» On behalf of my colleagues in Mission Japan, I would like to extend my heartfelt condolences to the family and innumerable friends of Irene Hirano Inouye. The strength of the U.S.-Japan partnership is owing in many respects to Ms. Hirano’s lifelong efforts to bring our two countries ever closer together. The U.S.-Japan Council, which she …
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On behalf of the U.S. government and the American people, I wanted to take a moment to thank the countless Japanese doctors, nurses, and non-clinical staff who provided world-class care to American passengers from the Diamond Princess cruise ship.
Read More» TO: U.S. Citizen English Teachers and Advisors in JapanDATE: April 1, 2020 The U.S. Embassy has no higher priority than the protection and safety of U.S. citizens in Japan. While all U.S. government-sponsored exchange and teaching programs are suspended, we are aware that throughout the country, thousands of U.S. citizens are working as English teachers …
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Chargé d’Affaires Joe Young and everyone in the U.S. Mission to Japan wish you all a very happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year. 2019 was a truly remarkable year for the U.S-Japan Alliance, and we look forward to making our friendship in 2020 even more memorable!
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On December 16, Chargé d’Affaires Joe Young and his family attended the 33rd X-League championship at the Tokyo Dome. Before the game, the CDA was invited onto the field for the coin toss. The family watched a riveting game between the Fujitsu Frontiers and Panasonic Impulse that ended with the Frontiers squeaking to a 28-26 …
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The U.S. Army and Japan Ground Self-Defense Forces are conducting their annual Yama Sakura exercise December 3-16 to build teamwork and underscore their continued commitment to work together for peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. The exercise is the largest bilateral command post exercise between the U.S. Army and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force. …
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One of Chargé d’Affaires Joe Young’s favorite things about living in Japan is discovering seasonal food. He and his daughter recently went to a neighborhood restaurant in Hiroo to try autumn dishes recommended by many of his Twitter followers.
Read More» October 15, 2019 The government and people of the United States express our deepest sympathies and condolences to the families of all who tragically lost their lives due to Typhoon Hagibis. We also send our thoughts and prayers to all those injured and affected by the resultant floods and landslides. We pray for the quick …
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Chargé d’Affaires Joseph Young hosted a gala reception for USA Rugby during the on-going Rugby World Cup in Japan. He noted that rugby is more popular than ever in both the U.S. and Japan. The Chargé also offered special thanks to a group of students in Kumagaya for their support of the U.S. team. The …
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Chargé d’Affaires Joe Young and Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Nick Hill participated in Tour de Tohoku, an annual charity bike race supporting the Tohoku region’s ongoing recovery from the 3.11 disaster. CDA Young tweeted, “We continue to pay respect to the victims and their families. Their memories live on through our thoughts, prayers, and …
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Embassy Tokyo hosted its annual “America EXPO” college fair at Ochanomizu Sola City on September 7. Over 90 U.S. colleges and universities participated in the event. Approximately 2,000 students attended 13 separate seminars covering a range of topics including scholarships, employment opportunities after studying in the United States, as well as studying abroad as a …
Read More» Chargé d’Affaires Joseph Young will represent the United States of America at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Ceremony on August 6 and the Nagasaki Peace Memorial Ceremony on August 9, 2019. These remain days for somber reflection on the tragedy of human conflict and the importance of building a more peaceful world for future generations. On …
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Chargé d’Affaires Jason P. Hyland visited the Kansai region June 28-29. His second day began with a visit to the International Research Center for Japanese Studies (Nichibunken), which supports international and interdisciplinary research on Japanese culture by scholars around the world. He saw some of their rare collection of books and scrolls in their impressive …
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Chargé d’Affaires Jason P. Hyland is visiting the Kansai region June 28-29. On day one, he enjoyed a tour of Byodo-in temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with the temple’s Chief Priest Monsho Kamii. During the tour, CDA Hyland learned about the 11th century architecture and garden, and about the recent restoration of the majestic …
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Chargé d’Affaires Jason Hyland attended the unveiling of the first F-35 plane assembled in Japan at a Mitsubishi Heavy Industries factory in Toyoyama, Aichi Prefecture. Representatives from Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Lockheed Martin, as well as Japan’s State Minister of Defense Kenji Wakamiya participated with other U.S. and Japanese government officials in the ribbon-cutting ceremony. …
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Today marks one year since the Kumamoto earthquakes of April 2016. The United States continues to support the people of Kumamoto as they work to rebuild their communities. In his latest blog article, Chargé D’Affaires Jason P. Hyland reflects on his past experiences in Kumamoto and his recent visit there. Kumamoto One Year Later: Resilience and Goodwill – American View
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During his recent trip to Tohoku, Chargé d’Affaires Jason Hyland was deeply moved by the resilience and goodwill of the local communities, and the power of people-to-people exchanges. Please watch his message marking the sixth anniversary of 3.11.
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Chargé d’Affaires Jason Hyland spoke with TOMODACHI Initiative alumni and partners about how the program creates important bonds between the next generation of Japanese and American leaders.
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Chargé d’Affaires Hyland visited Tohoku to observe recovery effort progress in Fukushima, tour the reconstructed Sea Pal Pier in Onagawa, and learn about cutting-edge research at the Tohoku Medical Megabank.
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Chargé d’Affaires Jason P. Hyland met with Osaka Governor Ichiro Matsui and Osaka Mayor Hirofumi Yoshimura during a visit that emphasized the wide range of economic and people-to-people ties between the U.S. and the Kansai region.
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