BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//99999.0.2//EN TZID:Asia/Tokyo X-WR-TIMEZONE:Asia/Tokyo BEGIN:VEVENT UID:113@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20261231T234500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20261231T234500 DTSTAMP:20260217T085519Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/payment-2 SUMMARY:Payment DESCRIPTION:\n\n\n\n\nThank you very much for your continuous support to th e Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (SCCIJ). \n\n\n\nFor any inquiries or suggestions\, please feel free to contact our Secretariat vi a email at info@sccij.jp. \n\n\n\nThank you again for your cooperation and continuous support. We look forward to welcoming you to our events soon.\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/5af14ff6-scc ij-press-release.png CATEGORIES:NO COD,private-event,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:121@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20261231T234500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20261231T234500 DTSTAMP:20260330T021359Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/sccij-membership-fee-2026 SUMMARY:SCCIJ Membership Fee 2026 DESCRIPTION:\n\n\n\n\nThank you very much for your continuous support to th e Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (SCCIJ). \n\n\n\nFor any inquiries or suggestions\, please feel free to contact our Secretariat vi a email at info@sccij.jp. \n\n\n\nThank you again for your cooperation and continuous support. We look forward to welcoming you to our events soon.\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/5af14ff6-scc ij-press-release.png CATEGORIES:NO COD,private-event,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:69@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20261031T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20261031T180000 DTSTAMP:20251216T100529Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/test-event SUMMARY:Test event DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:private-event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:122@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260609T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260609T170000 DTSTAMP:20260330T054744Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/belux-france-swiss-golf-tournament-2026 SUMMARY:BeLux-France-Swiss Golf Tournament 2026 DESCRIPTION:\nThe Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (SCCIJ)\, in collaboration with the Belgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce (BLCCJ) and the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (CCIFJ)\, is plea sed to invite you to the 2026 Joint Chamber Golf Tournament. Taking place on Tuesday\, 9 June 2026\, at the Taco Country Club in Chiba\, this long-s tanding inter-chamber event offers a unique opportunity to connect with me mbers of three active European business communities in Japan.\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\nWhether you are an experienced golfer or a casual player\, the tourname nt is designed to provide a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere\, combining f riendly competition with high-quality networking. \n\n\n\nParticipants are invited to join individually or as part of a team of 3–4 players and en joy a full day on the course\, followed by a networking reception and awar d ceremony.\n\n\n\nIn addition to the tournament\, companies are welcome t o increase their visibility by contributing prizes for the award ceremony\ , including special contests such as “Nearest to the Pin” or “Longes t Drive.”\n\n\n\nPlaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-com e\, first-served basis.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate:Tuesday\, June 9\, 2026Time:08 :00 - 17:00 (approx.)Venue:Taco Country Club1315 Iizasa\, Tako City\, Kato ri District\, Chiba 289-2231 (MAP)Entry Fee:Car users• \;Members:&nb sp\;JPY 18\,000 or 2 SCCIJ vouchers 2026• \;Non-members: \;JPY 2 0\,000Fee includes registration\, green fee\, lunch\, and award ceremonyBu s users• \;Members: \;JPY 26\,000 or 3 SCCIJ vouchers 2026•&nb sp\;Non-members: \;JPY 28\,000Fee includes all above\, plus bus feeReg istration:Deadline: \;May 27\, 2026\, 12:00 JST.Until April 14\, \ ;registration is prioritized for SCCIJ members. \;After this date\, se ats will be allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis.No-shows and ca ncellations after the deadline will be fully charged.Sponsorship:By donati ng a prize to the golf tournament\, you can support the Chambers and boost your company’s visibility. You can also give a prize to every particip ant\, or sponsor a specific contest (Nearest to the Pin\, Longest Drive\, Best Woman\, etc.).Visibility for Donating Companies: Company names liste d on the Chambers’ websitePresentation of all prizes in the post-tournam ent partyCompany logos displayed on a screen during the prize ceremonyComp any names announced during the prize hand-outSponsorship FormDisclaimer:Th e SCCIJ may film and take photographs of this event. If you participate\, please be noted that these pictures and videos may be used in various medi a\, such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ social networking sites\, and SCCIJ promotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/ or videos\, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff at the event.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@sccij.jp\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Golf -Tournament-2026.pptx-1.jpg CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:120@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260422T120000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260422T140000 DTSTAMP:20260329T231154Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/april-2026-luncheon SUMMARY:April 2026 Luncheon "AI as a Scientist: Creating the WARP-drive for Scientific Discovery" DESCRIPTION:\nJoin us for our April Luncheon with Dr. Hiroaki Kitano\, Pres ident &\; CEO of Sony Computer Science Laboratories\, as he explores a fundamental shift in innovation: the rise of AI as a scientist. Drawing on his work at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST)\, Dr. Kitano will share a forward-looking perspective on AI-driven research and its implications for business. What once took years may soon take weeks. T his session offers key insights for organizations looking to stay ahead in a rapidly changing innovation landscape.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA fundamental shi ft is underway that may alter the future of our civilization. AI is rapidl y emerging as a highly autonomous system to carry out scientific discovery . \; AI is not just a tool for scientists\, but AI has become the Scie ntist. This talk will present where we stand now and envision the future o f AI-driven scientific discovery and their implications for our society.\n \n\n\nHiroaki Kitano\, President &\; CEO of Sony Computer Science Labor atories\, has spent his career at the intersection of artificial intellige nce and scientific discovery. At his laboratory at the Okinawa Institute o f Science and Technology (OIST)\, he is already building it — robot-oper ated labs where AI systems autonomously generate hypotheses\, design and r un experiments\, and interpret results around the clock\, with no human ha nd required. In this talk\, he offers business leaders a clear-eyed view o f how this transformation will reshape the economics of innovation across industries.\n\n\n\nWhat took a research team years may soon take weeks. Th e implications for R&\;D investment\, talent strategy\, and industry pa rtnerships are profound. This is a conversation about where the next wave of industrial value will be created - and what forward-looking organizatio ns can do today to be part of it.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate:Wednesday\, April 22 \, 2026Time:12:00 - 14:00 (D.O. 11:45)Venue:Grand Hyatt Tokyo\, @Residence AniseMinato City\, 6-10-3 Roppongi\, Tokyo 106-0032 (MAP)Entry Fee:•&nb sp\;Members: \;JPY 6\,500 or 1 SCCIJ voucher 2026• \;Non-members : \;JPY 9\,600Registration:Deadline: \;April 15\, 2026\, 12:00 JST .Until April 1\, \;registration is prioritized for SCCIJ members.  \;After this date\, seats will be allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis.No-shows and cancellations after the deadline will be fully charged .Please inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions.Concept:• \ ;This event consists of a 3-course lunch followed by a presentation and a Q&\;A session. The setting is ideal for networking.• \;Participan ts are typically members of the Swiss-Japanese business community\, but no n-members are also welcome to join. • There is no assigned seating (free seating).• \;Dress code is business / business casual.Disclaimer: • \;The SCCIJ may film and take photographs of this event. If you pa rticipate\, please be noted that these pictures and videos may be used in various media\, such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ social networking sites\ , and SCCIJ promotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these p ictures and/or videos\, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff at the event.•&nbs p\;The views expressed by the speaker(s) do not reflect those of the SCCIJ as an organization.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@sccij.jp\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nBiography of the Speaker\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Hiroaki Kitano \;is President and CEO of Sony Computer Science Laboratories\, Inc. (Sony CSL). Kitano joined Sony CSL as a researcher in 1993 and has se rved as President and CEO since 2011. \;He served as Chief Technology Officer of Sony Group Corporation from 2022 to 2024 and has been Chief Tec hnology Fellow since 2025. As a researcher at Carnegie Mellon University\, Kitano built large-scale data-driven AI systems on massively parallel com puters\, for which he received the Computers and Thought Award from IJCAI.  At Sony CSL and California Institute of Technology\, he pioneered the f ield of systems biology. \;Outside Sony\, Kitano is a member of the OE CD Expert Group on AI Futures\, Japan’s AI Strategy Council and AI Safet y Institute. Within academia\, he serves as a professor at Okinawa Institu te of Science and Technology (OIST). He is the Founding President of RoboC up Federation. In 2021\, Kitano established the Nobel Turing Challenge\, a grand challenge to develop a new engine for scientific discovery. \;\ n\n\n\nPhoto Credits: Sony Computer Science Laboratories\, Inc.\n\n\n\n\nA ccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/scci j-luncheon-April-22.pptx.jpg CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:119@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260409T190000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260409T210000 DTSTAMP:20260330T022021Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/clic-networking-event-with-godiva-japan SUMMARY:CLIC networking event with Godiva Japan DESCRIPTION:\n Join us on 9 April for the 15th edition in our CLIC series – celebrating the 100th anniversary of Godiva chocolates!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ nGodiva Japan COO Shinya Kushiyama \;will \;be sharing valuable in sights into the \;business strategies and mission behind the brand’s success\, with a focus on their unique approach to the Japanese market. H e’ll also highlight some key moments in \;Godiva’s “100 years of deliciousness” \;that have helped shape the brand’s legacy.\n\n\n \nIf you’re interested in learning how a leading chocolate brand achieve d its remarkable success\, what’s behind its widespread presence in Japa n\, or just enjoy hearing great stories from the chocolate world\, this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss!\n\n\n\nAfter the presentation th ere will be a \;networking session \;where you can meet and connec t with members from different chambers of commerce\, a great chance to exp and your professional network and engage with industry professionals.\n\n\ n\nWith thanks to \;Godiva Japan \;for their kind cooperation\, an d \;Shonan Trading \;for drink sponsorship.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate:Th ursday\, April 9\, 2026Time:19:00 - 21:00 (D.O.: 18:30)Venue:Godiva Café Futakotamagawa (2F)Futagotamagawa Rise Shopping Center Terrace Market 2F\,  1-14-1 Tamagawa\, Setagaya\, Tokyo 158-0094 (MAP)Entry Fee:• \;Mem bers: \;JPY 6\,000 or 1 SCCIJ voucher 2026• Non-members: \;JPY 8 \,000*Fee includes drinks and finger food*Registration:FULLY BOOKED*Deadli ne: \;April 3\, 2026\, 12:00 JST.**Seats are limited. Until March 25\,  \;registration is prioritized for SCCIJ members. After this date\, se ats will be allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis.**No-shows and cancellations after the deadline will be fully charged.*Disclaimer:•&nbs p\;The SCCIJ may film and take photographs of this event. If you participa te\, please be noted that these pictures and videos may be used in various media\, such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ social networking sites\, and S CCIJ promotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff at the event.• \;The views expressed by the speaker(s) do not reflect those of the SCCIJ as an organization.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@sccij.jp\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/CLIC -Godiva-Visual.jpg CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:118@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260402T150000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260402T180000 DTSTAMP:20260324T045840Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/the-gender-equity-collage SUMMARY:The Gender Equity Collage DESCRIPTION:\nIn collaboration with the \;AHK Japan\, the SCCIJ is plea sed to co-organize an interactive and engaging workshop on gender equity\, designed to inspire reflection\, dialogue\, and meaningful action within our business community.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe \;Gender Equity Collage&nbs p\;is an interactive and collaborative workshop that helps participants ex plore the realities of gender inequality and discover ways to promote fair ness and inclusion.\n\n\n\nThrough collective discussion and reflection\, the workshop highlights how gender norms\, social expectations\, and insti tutional structures shape opportunities and everyday experiences — and w hat we can do to build more equitable workplaces and communities.\n\n\n\nT he workshop begins with a card-based exploration\, followed by small-group discussions and a creative reflection on actions for change. Designed for accessibility and openness\, no prior knowledge is required. The session blends data\, storytelling\, and collective learning\, and is facilitated by certified Gender Equity Collage practitioners.\n\n\n\nThis session will be facilitated by \;Ichigo Bloom\, a Tokyo-based collective of sustai nability workshop facilitators bringing science-based and people-centered education tools to companies\, schools\, and communities across Japan. \n\ n\n\nWatch their short \;video \;to get an impression!\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nDate:Thursday\, April 2\, 2026Time:15:00 - 18:00Venue:AHK Japan (5F)Sa nbacncho KS Bldg.\, 2-4 Sanbancho\, Chiyoda-ku\, Tokyo 102-0075 (MAP)Entry Fee:• \;Members: \;JPY 2\,000 or 1 SCCIJ voucher 2026• Non-me mbers: \;JPY 4\,000Registration:Deadline: March 24\, 2026\, 12:00 JST .**Until March 12\, registration is prioritized for SCCIJ members. After this date\, seats will be allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis.* *No-shows and cancellations after the deadline will be fully charged.*Disc laimer:• \;The SCCIJ may film and take photographs of this event. If you participate\, please be noted that these pictures and videos may be u sed in various media\, such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ social networking sites\, and SCCIJ promotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff at the event. • \;The views expressed by the speaker(s) do not reflect those of th e SCCIJ as an organization.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@sccij.jp\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/a09f b6e70960-Gender-Equity-Collage-1-.jpg CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:116@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260317T170000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260317T190000 DTSTAMP:20260224T062642Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/annual-general-meeting-2026 SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting 2026 DESCRIPTION:\nThe 44th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan will take place on Tuesday\, March 17\, 20 26\, at Hilton Tokyo (Shinjuku). We look forward to welcoming you for the meeting\, which will be followed by a seated dinner.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Ex ecutive Committee is pleased to invite you to the 44th Annual General Meet ing (AGM) of the Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (SCCIJ). \n\n\n\nThe meeting will take place on Tuesday\, March 17\, 2026\, from 5: 00 to 7:00 pmat the Hilton Tokyo\, in Room “Fuji\,” and will be follow ed by a seated dinner. \n\n\n\nPlease note that this is a member-only even t. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to welcoming you and thank you in advance for y our active participation.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate:Tuesday\, March 17\, 2026Tim e:17:00 - 19:00 (followed by a seated dinner)Venue:Hilton Tokyo\, Shinjuku 6-6-2 Nishishinjuku\, Shinjuku-ku\, Tokyo 160-0023 (MAP)Entry Fee (Member- only):• AGM attendance: \;Free• Dinner: \;JPY 8\,000 or 1 SCCI J voucher 2026Registration:Deadline: \;March 9\, 2026\, 18:00 JST.**Pl ease note that this event is reserved for SCCIJ members only.**No-shows an d cancellations after the deadline will be fully charged.*Disclaimer:The S CCIJ may film and take photographs of this event. If you participate\, ple ase be noted that these pictures and videos may be used in various media\, such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ social networking sites\, and SCCIJ pro motional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff at the event.Inquiries:By e-mail to  \;info@sccij.jp\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/SCCI J-AGM-2026.pptx.jpg CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:117@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260313T120000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260313T140000 DTSTAMP:20260309T015419Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/exclusive-lunch-with-state-secretary-helene-bu dliger-artieda SUMMARY:Lunch with State Secretary Helene Budliger Artieda DESCRIPTION:\nOn the occasion of the visit of the Swiss State Secretary for Economic Affairs\, Ms. Helene Budliger Artieda\, the SCCIJ is pleased to co-host a special luncheon together with the Ambassador of Switzerland to Japan\, H.E. Roger Dubach. This exclusive event will bring together select ed leaders of the Swiss-Japanese business community for an exchange on cur rent economic developments and bilateral cooperation.\n\n\n\nWe are honore d to welcome \;Ms. Helene Budliger Artieda\, State Secretary for Econo mic Affairs of Switzerland\, who will be visiting Japan in March 2026.\n\n \n\nIn partnership with the \;Embassy of Switzerland in Japan\, the SC CIJ will host a special lunch event in Tokyo\, offering an opportunity for direct exchange with the Swiss delegation and distinguished representativ es of the Swiss business community in Japan.\n\n\n\nFurther details will b e announced shortly.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate:Friday\, March 13\, 2026Time:12:0 0 - 14:00 (D.O. 11:45)Venue:Shangri-la Tokyo\, @Conway 2&\;3 (27F)Marun ouchi Trust Tower Main\, 1-8-3 Marunouchi\, Chiyoda City\, Tokyo 100-8283 (MAP)Entry Fee:Invitation onlyNote: \;Invitations are personal and can not be transferred.Registration:Deadline: March 3\, 2026\, 12:00 JST.*Dre ss code:Dress code is business / business casual.Disclaimer:• \;The SCCIJ may film and take photographs of this event. If you participate\, pl ease be noted that these pictures and videos may be used in various media\ , such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ social networking sites\, and SCCIJ pr omotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff at the event.• \;The views e xpressed by the speaker(s) do not reflect those of the SCCIJ as an organiz ation.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@sccij.jp\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBi ography\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nState Secretary Helene Budliger Artieda ( *1965) has been director of the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SE CO) since 1 August 2022. Prior to that\, she was Switzerland’s ambassado r in Bangkok\, Thailand\, with additional accreditations to Cambodia and L aos. Until 2019\, she held the same position in Pretoria\, South Africa\, with cross-accreditations to Botswana\, Eswatini\, Lesotho\, Mauritius and Namibia. From 2008 to 2015\, Helene Budliger Artieda was head of the Dire ctorate for Resources at the FDFA. In this capacity\, she was advisor to t he Head of Department on resource matters and a member of the FDFA Managem ent Board. In 2000 she graduated from the Universidad Externado de Colombi a in Bogotá (Colombia) with a Master of Business Administration (MBA). Af ter graduating from commercial school in Zurich with a Federal VET Diploma in Commerce\, she completed internal training at the FDFA as a consular o fficer. Helene Budliger Artieda is married.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAcces s\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n CATEGORIES:NO COD,private-event,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:91@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260305T180000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260305T220000 DTSTAMP:20260105T083044Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/japan-swiss-spring-ball-2026 SUMMARY:Japan-Swiss Spring Ball 2026 DESCRIPTION:\nJoin us for an unforgettable evening celebrating Swiss–Japa nese friendship at the Japan–Swiss Spring Ball 2026\, to be held on Thur sday\, March 5\, 2026\, at the Imperial Hotel Tokyo. Under the esteemed pa tronage of H.E. Ambassador Roger Dubach and with the gracious attendance o f H.I.H. Princess Takamado\, guests will enjoy a Swiss sparkling wine welc ome reception\, a French dinner with Swiss inspiration\, fine Swiss wines\ , live music and dancing\, and a violin concert by Ikuko Kawai. The evenin g will also feature a charity raffle in support of the Japanese Red Cross Society. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn honor of the 70th anniversary of t he Japan–Swiss Society\, founded in 1955 by H.I.H. Prince Takeda\, this year’s Japan-Swiss Spring Ball was one of the most exciting and successf ul in its history. We are delighted to announce that the forthcoming Japan –Swiss Spring Ball 2026\, an evening of grace\, culture\, and philanthro py\, will be once again held under the esteemed patronage of H.E. Ambassad or of Switzerland\, Roger Dubach\, and honored by the presence of H.I.H. P rincess Takamado\, whose elegance lends incomparable splendor to this occa sion.\n\n\n\nJoin us for a night where tradition meets artistry:• A capt ivating performance by world-renowned violin virtuoso Ms. Ikuko Kawai\,• A sumptuous French menu\, delicately accented with Swiss culinary finesse \,• Exquisite Swiss wines and sparkling delights\,• Dancing to live mu sic\, and• The much-anticipated charity raffle to support the Japanese R ed Cross Society\, offering exceptionalprizes.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate:Thursda y\, \;March 5\, 2026Schedule:18:00 – 22:00Venue:Imperial Hotel Tokyo \, @Banquet Hall “Fuji” (3F)1-1-1 Uchisaiwaicho\, Chiyoda-ku\, Tokyo 1 00-8558 (MAP)Fee:JPY 36\,000Registration:*Fully Booked**Additional request s will be registered in the waiting list\, which will be handled on a firs t come\, first come basis.*Dress code:Black tie or dark lounge suitDisclai mer:The organizers may film and take photographs of this event. If you par ticipate\, please be noted that these pictures and videos may be used in v arious media\, such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ social networking sites\, and SCCIJ promotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pi ctures and/or videos\, kindly notify the JSS staff at the event.Inquiries: By e-mail to japanswiss@yahoo.ne.jp\n\n\n\nIkuko Kawai - Violinist &\; Composer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMs. Ikuko Kawai was born and raised in K agawa prefecture in Japan. Kawai graduated from the Tokyo University of th e Arts and completed its graduate school. Currently\, she is a professor a t the Osaka University of Arts. Kawai has performed with numerous internat ionally renowned artists and orchestras\, conductors\, and the world-famou s tenor\, José Carreras.Kawai's versatility extends beyond classical musi c. In addition to working with pop musicians\, she has also collaborated w ith many renowned ballet dancers. Kawai has composed for film\, television dramas\, and commercials\, and many of her pieces have been used by inter national figure skaters such as Shizuka Arakawa\, Michelle Kwan\, and Yuzu ru Hanyu. Kawai founded the "Ikuko Kawai Mother Hand Fund". In addition\, she has been selected as an artist of friendship for "Japan for UNHCR". Th e Japan Shrines and Temples Association has appointed her as a goodwill am bassador.\n\n\n\n\nOrganized by:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nAccess:\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/JSS_ SpringBall_2026_Invitation_Visual_final.jpeg CATEGORIES:NO COD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:115@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260212T183000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260212T213000 DTSTAMP:20260113T084103Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/swiss-young-professionals-gathering-40 SUMMARY:Swiss Young Professionals Gathering #40 DESCRIPTION:\nWe are pleased to invite you to join this unique networking p latform for young professionals\, students\, and friends of Switzerland li ving in Japan. On February 12\, come connect\, exchange\, and grow your Sw iss-Japanese network in a relaxed and welcoming setting!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDe ar Compatriots\, dear Young Professionals and Students\, dear Friends of S witzerland\,\n\n\n\nThe Embassy of Switzerland in Japan\, the Swiss Chambe r of Commerce and Industry in Japan (SCCIJ)\, and the Swiss Club Tokyo are delighted to invite you to a very special occasion: the 40th edition of S wiss Young Professionals! This anniversary edition marks an important mile stone for a format that\, over the years\, has brought together the young (and “young at heart”) Swiss community and friends of Switzerland in T okyo.\n\n\n\nThe 40th gathering will take place on Thursday\, February 12\ , and we are pleased to once again welcome you at WPÜ Shinjuku. Convenien tly located right next to the Shinjuku West Gate\, this urban-hip venue of fers a relaxed and informal setting\, ideal for catching up and meeting ne w faces.\n\n\n\nSpots are limited and will be distributed on a first-come \, first-served basis\, so make sure to be quick to sign up!\n\n\n\nBis gl i am 12. Februar! À bientôt le 12 février ! Ci vediamo il 12 febbraio!\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate:Thursday\, February 12\, 2026Time:18:30 - 21:30Venue:W PÜ Shinjuku @Gallery (2F)7-10-5 Nishishinjuku\, Shinjuku-ku\, Tokyo 160 -0023 (MAP)Entry Fee:Free of charge (Buy your own drinks and food)Registr ation:Deadline: February 10\, 2026\, 18:00 JSTSpots are limited and will be distributed on a first-come\, first-served basis.We will send you a con firmation after signing up (confirmation is sent out manually). No entry w ithout registration.Dress code:Casual – dress to feel comfortable.Discla imer:The SCCIJ may film and take photographs of this event. If you partici pate\, please be noted that these pictures and videos may be used in vario us media\, such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ social networking sites\, and SCCIJ promotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictur es and/or videos\, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff at the event.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@sccij.jp\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/SYP4 0.jpg CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:114@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260204T120000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260204T140000 DTSTAMP:20260120T064008Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/february-2026-luncheon-economic-prospects-for- japan SUMMARY:February 2026 Luncheon: “Economic Prospects for Japan: A Comparat ive View with Switzerland” DESCRIPTION:\nJoin us for our February Luncheon with \;Prof. Masaaki Sh irakawa\, former Governor of the Bank of Japan\, as he offers a comprehens ive perspective on Japan’s economic outlook at a time of profound struct ural change. Drawing on his experience at the center of global monetary po licymaking\, Prof. Shirakawa will address key challenges facing Japan’s economy\, including monetary policy\, exchange-rate dynamics\, fiscal sust ainability\, demographic decline\, and the evolving role of immigration. T hrough a comparative lens with Switzerland\, the discussion will provide v aluable insights into how two advanced economies have confronted parallel challenges\, offering timely reflections for business leaders navigating J apan’s economic landscape.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe presentation will address the key structural challenges facing Japan’s economy\, including monetar y policy\, exchange-rate dynamics\, fiscal sustainability\, demographic de cline\, and the evolving role of immigration. Where relevant\, Switzerland ’s experience will be used as a point of comparison.\n\n\n\nSwitzerland holds a special place in the speaker’s professional career as a central banker\, not least because Basel\, home to the Bank for International Sett lements (BIS)\, was a frequent destination during his tenure. Moreover\, J apan and Switzerland faced several parallel economic challenges during thi s period\, offering valuable perspectives for comparative analysis.\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\nDate:Wednesday\, February 4\, 2026Time:12:00 - 14:00 (D.O. 11:45) Venue:Shangri-la Tokyo\, @Conway 2&\;3 (27F)Marunouchi Trust Tower Main \, 1-8-3 Marunouchi\, Chiyoda City\, Tokyo 100-8283 (MAP)Entry Fee:•&nbs p\;Members: \;JPY 6\,500 or 1 SCCIJ voucher 2026• \;Non-members:  \;JPY 9\,600Registration:Registration Status: Fully bookedA waiting l ist will be created\, and seats will be allocated on a first-come\, first- served basis in case of cancellations.Deadline: January 29\, 2026\, 18:00 JST.**No-shows &\; cancellations after the deadline will be fully char ged.*Concept:• \;This event consists in a 3-course lunch followed by a presentation (and Q&\;A). The setting is ideal for networking.•&nb sp\;Participants are typically members of the Swiss-Japanese business comm unity\, but non-members are also welcome to join. • Seats are not attrib uted (free seating).• \;Dress code is business / business casual.Dis claimer:• \;The SCCIJ may film and take photographs of this event. I f you participate\, please be noted that these pictures and videos may be used in various media\, such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ social networkin g sites\, and SCCIJ promotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff at the event .• \;The views expressed by the speaker(s) do not reflect those of t he SCCIJ as an organization.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@sccij.jp\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBiography of the Speaker\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProf . Masaaki Shirakawa is the former Governor of the Bank of Japan. He was ap pointed as Governor in April 2008 and left the Bank in March 2013. He was Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Bank for International Sett lements (BIS) between January 2011 and March 2013. Currently\, he is Disti nguished Guest Professor at Aoyama Gakuin University and a member of the G roup of Thirty.\n\n\n\nMasaaki Shirakawa joined the Bank of Japan in 1972. His career encompassed both monetary policy and financial stability. He h eld key positions including the one of Executive Director responsible for laying the groundwork of Japanese monetary policy decisions. \n\n\n\nBorn in 1949\, Masaaki Shirakawa studied economics at the University of Tokyo ( B.A. in 1972) and at the University of Chicago (M.A. in 1977). From July 2 006 until March 2008\, he was Professor at the Kyoto University School of Government. \n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/scci j-luncheon-February-4.pptx.jpg CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:109@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260131T090000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260131T210000 DTSTAMP:20260113T085840Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/10th-inter-chamber-ski-and-snowboard-weekend SUMMARY:10th Inter-Chamber Ski and Snowboard Weekend DESCRIPTION:\nThe 10th anniversary edition of the Inter-Chamber Ski and Sno wboard Weekend is ready for your registration! This special milestone even t is co-hosted by the Austrian Business Council and the Swiss Chamber of C ommerce and Industry in Japan (SCCIJ)\, bringing together members\, famili es\, and friends from across the international business community for an u nforgettable weekend in the snow. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to celebrate a decade of friendship\, sport\, and networking in the heart of the Japanese Alps!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHakuba\, Nagano\, offers something for e veryone - whether you’re into skiing\, snowboarding\, cross-country adve ntures\, or simply enjoying a relaxing weekend in the breathtaking snowy J apanese Alps. With around 100 participants\, this is one of the largest in ter-chamber winter retreats in Japan\, bringing together professionals and families from all backgrounds\n\n\n\nJointly organized by several foreign Chambers of Commerce in Japan\, the event welcomes a vibrant mix of atten dees - about half Japanese and half international guests - creating a trul y global and friendly atmosphere. Open to all winter sports lovers\, this is your chance to connect\, recharge\, and experience Hakuba at its best. Whether you’re a SCCIJ member or not\, feel free to bring your family\, friends\, and business partners - everyone is invited! \n\n\n\nWe are also  \;seeking sponsors \;for this exciting event! Whether you want to be a main sponsor for the event and networking evening or contribute as a raffle prize sponsor - your support is invaluable!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate:Sa turday\, January 31\, 2026Time:9:00 - 21:00Venue (Evening Award Ceremony): Hakuba Tokyu Hotel4688 Kitajo\, Hakuba Villagem Kitaazumi Nagano\, 399-930 1 (MAP)*Access: Shinkansen to Nagano station\, then hop on the Tokyu bus ( 1h15min depending on traffic and snow conditions) and then Hotel shuttle b us (3 min)**Tel. +81 261 72 3001*Entry Fee:- Award PartyMembers: • Over 12 years old: JPY 8\,500 or 1 SCCIJ Vouchers 2026• School kids until 12 years old: JPY 3\,500• Kids 4 and 5 years old: JPY 3\,000• Free for un der 3 years oldNon-members: • Over 12 years old: JPY 11\,500• School k ids until 12 years old: JPY 5\,000• Kids 4 and 5 years old: JPY 4\,500 • Free for under 3 years old- Race TicketsFor Ski / Snowboard:• Adult: JPY 3\,000 or 1 SCCIJ Vouchers 2026• For under 20 years old: JPY 1\,500 Registration:*Deadline: January 7\, 2026\; 12:00 JST.* *Until November 26\ , \;registration is prioritized for SCCIJ members. After this date\, s eats will be allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis.**No-shows and cancellations after the deadline will be fully charged.**Please inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions.*Disclaimer:The SCCIJ may film and take photographs of this event. If you participate\, please be noted that these pictures and videos may be used in various media\, such as the SCCI J website\, SCCIJ social networking sites\, and SCCIJ promotional material s. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly n otify the SCCIJ staff at the event.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@sccij .jp\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSPONSORS IN KIND\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPARTICIPATING CHAMBERS\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Ski- Weekend-2026.pptx-1.jpg CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:112@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260121T081500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260121T094500 DTSTAMP:20260112T080656Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/hr-strategy-for-companies SUMMARY:HR Strategy for Companies in Japan: AI\, Hybrid Work\, and the Futu re of Workforce DESCRIPTION:\n Japan’s HR landscape is transforming rapidly\, driven by A I innovation and new models of work. This inter-chamber roundtable and bre akfast in Ginza will explore how companies can adapt\, lead\, and build re silient teams in a changing environment. Discover actionable strategies fr om experts and peers across the international business community.\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\nAs Japan navigates rapid technological advancements and evolving wo rkplace expectations\, HR leaders face a pivotal moment. The integration o f AI-driven tools\, the rise of hybrid work models\, and the need to futur e-proof talent strategies \;are reshaping how organizations attract\, retain\, and develop employees. This roundtable will explore:\n\n\n\n• H ow AI can enhance HR processes and employee experience.• Best practices for managing hybrid teams while maintaining productivity and engagement. • Strategies to build a resilient\, future-ready workforce \;\n\n\n\ nJoin industry experts and peers to discuss actionable insights and innova tive approaches that will define the next era of work.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate :Wednesday\, January 21\, 2026Time:8:15 - 9:45Venue:Cafe lounge AOU GINZAn oMORIJapan\, \;〒104-0061 Tokyo\, Chuo City\, Ginza\, 6-2-1 Daiwa Gin za Building\, 1F (MAP)Entry Fee:• \;Members: \;JPY 5\,000 or 1 S CCIJ voucher 2025• \;Non-members: \;JPY 7\,000Registration:Deadl ine: \;January 16\, 2026\, 12:00 JST.**SCCIJ members will be given pri ority.**Spots allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis.**No-shows &a mp\; cancellations after the deadline will be fully charged.*Disclaimer:Th e SCCIJ may film and take photographs of this event. If you participate\, please be noted that these pictures and videos may be used in various medi a\, such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ social networking sites\, and SCCIJ promotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/ or videos\, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff at the event.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@sccij.jp\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBiography of the Guest\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMr. Serge Shine is a global talent solutions executiv e who serves as Group Senior Vice President and Global Head of Sales at LH H\, where he also leads the company’s global Recruitment Process Outsour cing (RPO) business. In this role\, he partners with organizations worldwi de to design integrated talent strategies that connect recruitment\, devel opment\, and career transition\, helping companies build more adaptive and resilient workforces.\n\n\n\nKnown for combining neuroscience‑powered l eadership with AI‑enabled\, human‑centric innovation\, Serge focuses o n trust\, motivation\, and behavioral insights alongside technology and da ta. He is an active voice on the future of work\, resilient leadership\, a nd the responsible use of AI\, frequently sharing perspectives on how lead ers can help people navigate change and embrace data‑driven decision‑m aking. Mr. Shine has lived and worked in many countries in Europe and Asia developing a deep understanding of cross cultural leadership.\n\n\n\n\nAc cess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/HR-E vent-2026.pptx.jpg CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:86@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251231T234500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251231T234500 DTSTAMP:20251015T054208Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/payment-expo-visit SUMMARY:Payment - Expo Visit DESCRIPTION:\n\n\n\n\nThank you very much for your continuous support to th e Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (SCCIJ). \n\n\n\nFor any inquiries or suggestions\, please feel free to contact our Secretariat vi a email at info@sccij.jp. \n\n\n\nThank you again for your cooperation and continuous support. We look forward to welcoming you to our events soon.\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/5af14ff6-scc ij-press-release.png CATEGORIES:NO COD,private-event,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:107@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251231T234500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251231T234500 DTSTAMP:20251201T002203Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/payment SUMMARY:Payment DESCRIPTION:\n\n\n\n\nThank you very much for your continuous support to th e Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (SCCIJ). \n\n\n\nFor any inquiries or suggestions\, please feel free to contact our Secretariat vi a email at info@sccij.jp. \n\n\n\nThank you again for your cooperation and continuous support. We look forward to welcoming you to our events soon.\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/5af14ff6-scc ij-press-release.png CATEGORIES:NO COD,private-event,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:111@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251231T234500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251231T234500 DTSTAMP:20251205T061707Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/payment-sccij-luncheon SUMMARY:Payment - SCCIJ Luncheon DESCRIPTION:\n\n\n\n\nThank you very much for your continuous support to th e Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (SCCIJ). \n\n\n\nFor any inquiries or suggestions\, please feel free to contact our Secretariat vi a email at info@sccij.jp. \n\n\n\nThank you again for your cooperation and continuous support. We look forward to welcoming you to our events soon.\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/5af14ff6-scc ij-press-release.png CATEGORIES:NO COD,private-event,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:110@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251215T120000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251215T140000 DTSTAMP:20251119T042732Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/december-2025-luncheon SUMMARY:December 2025 Luncheon: “How vacuum technology from the Rhine Val ley conquers the world” DESCRIPTION:\nJoin us for our December Luncheon with Mr. Urs Gantner\, CEO of VAT Group\, as he takes us into the world of Swiss vacuum technology an d its global impact. Discover how innovations born in the Rhine Valley hav e become essential to semiconductor manufacturing\, powering the digital a ge - from AI data centers to precision healthcare. Learn how ultra-high-va cuum solutions are driving breakthroughs across continents and why Japan\, as one of the world’s most advanced semiconductor nations\, plays a cen tral role in shaping the future of electronics\, energy\, and science.\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nFor 60 years\, Swiss vacuum technology from the Rhine Valley - the home of Heidi - has shaped scientific and industrial progress worldwi de. What began with ultra-high-vacuum solutions for CERN and leading resea rch institutions evolved into a technological backbone for the semiconduct or industry\, the driving force of today’s digital world.\n\n\n\nWith mo re than four decades of presence in Japan\, one of the world’s most adva nced semiconductor nations\, our innovations have enabled breakthroughs in wafer fabrication. As global demand accelerates for microchips\, renewabl e energy\, and medical technology\, our vacuum solutions empower the next wave of innovation: from AI data centers to precision healthcare.\n\n\n\nT oday\, our expertise is also opening new frontiers in energy - from solar to nuclear and fusion - where ultra-pure and extreme high vacuum environme nts are mission-critical. Building on our heritage of Swiss precision and innovation\, we are committed to expanding our footprint in Japan and beyo nd\, supporting customers as they shape the future of electronics\, energy \, and human health.\n\n\n\nWhat started in the Rhine Valley now drives te chnological progress across continents\, reflecting a Swiss journey from a small alpine region to a global catalyst for science and industry.\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\nDate:Monday\, December 15\, 2025Schedule:12:00 – 14:00 (D.O. 11 :45)Venue:The Tokyo EDITION \;@Meeting Studios I-III (2F)4-1-1 Toranom on\, Minato City\, Tokyo 105-0001 (MAP)The entrance to the Hotel is shown& nbsp\;hereFee:• Members: JPY 6\,500 or 1 SCCIJ voucher 2025• Non-membe rs: \;JPY 9\,600Registration:*Deadline: December 10\, 2025\; 12:00 JST .* *Until November 28\, \;registration is prioritized for SCCIJ member s. After this date\, seats will be allocated on a first-come\, first-serve d basis.**No-shows and cancellations after the deadline will be fully char ged.**Please inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions.Concept:•& nbsp\;This event consists in a 3-course lunch followed by a presentation ( and Q&\;A). The setting is ideal for networking.• \;Participants are typically members of the Swiss-Japanese business community\, but non-m embers are also welcome to join. • Seats are not attributed (free seatin g).• \;Dress code is business / business casual.Disclaimer:• \ ;The SCCIJ may film and take photographs of this event. If you participate \, please be noted that these pictures and videos may be used in various m edia\, such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ social networking sites\, and SCC IJ promotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures a nd/or videos\, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff at the event.• \;The vi ews expressed by the speaker(s) do not reflect those of the SCCIJ as an or ganization.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@sccij.jp\n\n\n\nBiography of the Speaker\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMr. Urs Gantner was appointed CEO of VAT Group as of January 2024. He was previously EVP Semiconductor Solution s Group of VAT since August 2022. Mr. Gantner joined VAT in 2004 as a prod uct manager and development engineer and was appointed head of the Semicon ductor business unit in 2015. Prior to joining VAT\, Mr. Gantner was an R& amp\;D engineer at Hamilton Medical \;AG. He also worked at Switzerlan d’s Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) as a scientist in the comprehensive as sessment of energy systems. Mr. Gantner holds a Master of Science degree i n mechanical engineering from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (E TH).\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/scci j-luncheon-December-15-new.pptx.jpg CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:108@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251203T190000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251203T210000 DTSTAMP:20251114T022413Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/sccij-kansai-bonenkai-2025 SUMMARY:SCCIJ Inter-Chamber Kansai Bonenkai 2025 DESCRIPTION:\n Join us for a cozy and informal evening in the heart of Osak a as the \;SCCIJ Kansai Chapter \;celebrates the end of an excitin g year! Whether you are new to the Kansai region or have been in Japan for many years\, this is a wonderful opportunity to connect\, unwind\, and to ast to 2025 together with the \;Swiss-Japanese business community.\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nThe gathering will take place at \;The Bar \;in Umeda\ , offering the perfect setting for friendly conversations and new connecti ons. Please note that \;only 25 spots are available\, so we encourage you to \;register early \;to secure your seat.\n\n\n\nWe also warm ly invite all \;companies with a presence in Kansai \;to share thi s invitation with their colleagues in the area — everyone is welcome to join this final celebration of the year!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate:Wednesday\, D ecember 3\, 2025Time:19:00 - 21:00Venue:Pizza Salvatore Cuomo\, The Bar (2 F)Umeshin Daiichi Seimei Bldg.\, 2-3-5 Sonezaki\, Kita-ku\, Osaka 530.0057 (MAP)Entry Fee:• Members: JPY 6\,000 or 1 SCCIJ Vouchers 2025• Non-me mbers: JPY 8\,000*The fee includes "Salvatore Course" and drinks free-flow *Registration:*Deadline: November 28\, 2025\; 12:00 JST.* *Limited seats: Until November 19\, registration is prioritized for SCCIJ members. After this date\, seats will be allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis.* *No-shows and cancellations after the deadline will be fully charged.**Ple ase inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions.*Disclaimer:The SCCIJ may film and take photographs of this event. If you participate\, please be noted that these pictures and videos may be used in various media\, suc h as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ social networking sites\, and SCCIJ promoti onal materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or vide os\, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff at the event.Inquiries:By e-mail to&nbs p\;info@sccij.jp\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Kans ai-Event-2025.pptx-2.jpg CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:103@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251128T190000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251128T230000 DTSTAMP:20251126T063436Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/sccij-sct-year-end-party-2025 SUMMARY:SCCIJ &\; Swiss Club Tokyo Year End Party 2025 DESCRIPTION:\nThe SCCIJ and the Swiss Club Tokyo are delighted to announce the opening of registration for the 2025 Year-End Party\, the highlight of the Swiss-Japanese community’s calendar in Tokyo.\n\n\n\nPLATINUM FINAN CIAL SPONSOR\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGOLD FINANCIAL SPONSORS\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe celebration w ill take place on Friday\, November 28\, 2025\, at the Hilton Tokyo in Shi njuku. This year’s theme\, “Back to the '80s”\, will take guests on a journey through neon lights\, retro beats\, and unforgettable style. As part of our long-standing tradition\, the evening will include a festive w elcome cocktail\, a rich Swiss-inspired gala dinner\, and a raffle featuri ng exclusive prizes.\n\n\n\nA refreshed version of our popular costume con test will also be waiting for you\, so dress up\, join in\, and enjoy an e vening of celebration and community.\n\n\n\nWe look forward to welcoming y ou to another unforgettable Year-End Party.\n\n\n\nCompanies interested in  \;purchasing an Exclusive Branded Table (JPY 190\,000\, up to 10 gues ts) or \;sponsoring a raffle prize are kindly invited to contact the S CCIJ Office by email at info@sccij.jp.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSILVER FINAN CIAL SPONSORS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate:Friday\, November 28 \, 2025Time:• 18:15 - 19:00: Registration &\; cocktail• 19:00 - 23: 00: Dinner &\; raffleVenue:Hilton Tokyo\, Kiku Ballroom (4F)6-6-2 Nishi shinjuku\, Shinjuku-ku\, Tokyo 160-0023 (MAP)Entry Fee:• Members: JPY 19 \,000 or 2 SCCIJ Vouchers 2025• Non-members: JPY 23\,000• Exclusive br anded tables (Members only): JPY 190\,000 (up to 10 guests)*Exclusive Tabl es allow your company to display your own logo and choose your own guests. *Registration:*FULLY BOOKED**A waiting list is available should additional seats become available.**Deadline: November 19\, 2025\; 23:59 JST.* *Unti l October 10\, \;registration is prioritized for SCCIJ and Swiss Club Tokyo members. After this date\, seats will be allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis.**No-shows and cancellations after the deadline will b e fully charged.**Please inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions. *Disclaimer:The SCCIJ may film and take photographs of this event. If you participate\, please be noted that these pictures and videos may be used i n various media\, such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ social networking site s\, and SCCIJ promotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff at the event.Prize Sponsors:Sponsor a prize for the grand raffle! Fill in this sponsorship f orm by November 14\, and benefit from the following exposure (ca. 250 gues ts): • Company logo \;on the giant wall screen (rotating)\; • Comp any name mentioned by the Masters of Ceremonies\; • Company name/logo on the SCCIJ event page\; • Name call of donating companies at hand-out of the prizes.＊The 3 top prizes (by value) will be displayed at the recept ion desk and can be introduced by a 30-seconds video!Dress Code:Business a ttire is always welcome\, but we encourage you to join the fun and come dr essed in “Back to the ’80s” style!A refreshed version of our popular costume contest will also be waiting for you. So dress up - think neon co lors\, shoulder pads\, leather jackets\, or your favorite 80s movie or mus ic look - join in\, and enjoy an evening of celebration and community!\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nBRONZE FINANCIAL SPONSORS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSPONSOR S IN KIND\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nORGANIZERS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\nORGANIZERS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/BAck -to-the-80s-2.png CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:106@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251112T120000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251112T140000 DTSTAMP:20251007T075917Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/november-2025-luncheon-dkshs-160th-anniversary -celebrating-a-legacy-of-transformation SUMMARY:November 2025 Luncheon: "DKSH’s 160th Anniversary – Celebrating a Legacy of Transformation" DESCRIPTION:\nJoin us for our November Luncheon with Mr. Yasuo Hayashi\, He ad of Country Leadership and President &\; Representative Director of D KSH Market Expansion Services Japan K.K.\, who also leads Business Unit Te chnology\, and Mr. Satoshi Asada\, President of DKSH Japan and General Man ager of Performance Materials\, as they reflect on two decades of transfor mation in Japan.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA DNA of Transformation: Focus on the Last 20 Years of Enabling Change in Japan\n\n\n\nIn this special anniversary s ession\, Mr. Hayashi and Mr. Asada will share real-world stories of how DK SH introduced foreign concepts not just into Japan\, but rooted them to th rive within its unique cultural and business context. From generic pharmac euticals and third-wave coffee to sustainable packaging and yuzu exports t o Europe\, they will explore how pushback often marks the beginning of lon g-term transformation\, and how bidirectional exchange creates value in bo th markets.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate:Wednesday\, November 12\, 2025Schedule:12: 00 – 14:00 (D.O. 11:45)Venue:Grand Hyatt Tokyo\, @Residence AniseMinato City\, 6-10-3 Roppongi\, Tokyo 106-0032 (MAP)Fee:• Members: JPY 6\,500 o r 1 SCCIJ voucher 2025• Non-members: \;JPY 9\,600Registration:*Deadl ine: November 7\, 2025\; 12:00 JST.**Until October 23\, registration is prioritized for SCCIJ members. After this date\, seats will be allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis.**No-shows and cancellations after th e deadline will be fully charged.**Please inform us in advance of any diet ary restrictions.*Concept:• \;This event consists in a 3-course lunc h followed by a presentation (and Q&\;A). The setting is ideal for netw orking.• \;Participants are typically members of the Swiss-Japanese business community\, but non-members are also welcome to join. • Seats a re not attributed (free seating).• \;Dress code is business / busine ss casual.Disclaimer:• \;The SCCIJ may film and take photographs of this event. If you participate\, please be noted that these pictures and v ideos may be used in various media\, such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ soc ial networking sites\, and SCCIJ promotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff at the event.• \;The views expressed by the speaker(s) do not refle ct those of the SCCIJ as an organization.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info @sccij.jp\n\n\n\nBiography of the Speakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMr. Ya suo Hayashi joined DKSH in 2001 and has held various leadership roles acro ss IT\, Business Process Management\, and Technology. Since January 2022\, he serves as President &\; Representative Director of DKSH Market Expa nsion Services Japan K.K.\, and Head of the Technology Business Unit. In 2 025\, he was appointed Head\, Country Leadership of DKSH in Japan. \n\n\n\ nWith over 25 years of experience spanning investment planning\, IT system s\, and executive management\, Mr. Hayashi has played a pivotal role in dr iving DKSH Japan’s transformation and growth. Earlier in his career\, he worked in investment planning at JAFCO Co.\, Ltd.\, and later at Reebok J apan\, where he was involved in IT and Information Services\, gaining hand s-on experience in systems management that laid the foundation for his lea dership in digital transformation and business process optimization at DKS H. Mr. Hayashi holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Hitotsubashi University.\ n\n\n\n\n\nMr. Satoshi Asada is President &\; Representative Director o f DKSH Japan K.K. and leads the Performance Materials business unit as Gen eral Manager. With over 35 years of experience in the food &\; beverage and specialty chemicals sectors\, he brings extensive industry knowledge and a strong track record in leadership\, innovation\, and business develo pment.\n\n\n\nSince joining Nihon Siber Hegner K.K. (now DKSH Japan) in 20 02\, Mr. Asada has held a series of senior roles\, including Executive Off icer and Business Line Manager for the Food &\; Beverage Industry. Prio r to DKSH\, he built a broad foundation in production\, R&\;D\, quality control\, sales\, procurement\, and international business at Stange (Jap an) K.K.\, part of McCormick &\; Company.\n\n\n\nHe is recognized for h is strategic vision and dedication to driving transformation and sustainab le growth across DKSH Japan’s Performance Materials business\, which spa ns Food &\; Beverage\, Specialty Chemicals\, Personal Care\, and Pharma ceutical Ingredients. Mr. Asada holds a Bachelor of Law from Kyoto Sangyo University.\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/scci j-luncheon-November-12.pptx.png CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:88@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251024T090000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251024T193000 DTSTAMP:20251016T050913Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/sccij-golf-tournament-2025 SUMMARY:SCCIJ Golf Tournament 2025 DESCRIPTION:\nThe SCCIJ is thrilled to announce the 6th edition of its Golf Tournament\, to be held once again at Izu Heights Golf Club\, in Jizodo I zu City!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTaking place in a breathtaking golf resort at  \;the heart of Izu Peninsula\, this event is the \;ideal occasion to i nvite colleagues\, business partners\, or friends for a day out on the gre en\, to practice your game\, and to \;network with the Swiss-Japanese business community. Sign up individually or in teams of up to 4 people\, p lay in a relaxed and casual atmosphere\, and have a chance to win great pr izes!\n\n\n\nThe golf competition will be followed by a dinner reception w ith Swiss wine. Participants can also stay the night at the golf club’s hotel (special SCCIJ rate) and play an Early Bird round on Saturday\, Octo ber 25. \n\n\n\nWe very much look forward to welcoming you on the green! F or more information regarding \;access \;and \;prize sponsorsh ips\, please see the texts further down below.\n\n\n\nDate:Friday\, Octobe r 24\, 2025(We recommend staying from Fri. 24 to Sat. 25)Schedule:• 09:0 0 - 16:00 (Tournament)• 17:00 - 19:30 (Award Ceremony)Venue:Izu Heights Golf Club(845-67 Jizodo\, Izu\, Shizuoka 410-2515)Fee:• Members: JPY 15\ ,000 or 2 SCCIJ Vouchers 2025• Non-members: \;JPY 18\,000Fee include s: Green Fee\, Lunch\, and Dinner reception.Registration:*Deadline: Octobe r 14\, 2025\, 23:59 JST.**No-shows and cancellations after deadline will b e charged in full.****IMPORTANT***When registering\, please kindly provide the following information for yourself and your team members:• Handicap • Teams: Do you have any teammate requests? (up to 4 players per team) • Transportation: Will you come by car or by train?• Accommodation (Oc t. 24): Would you like to stay at the hotel? If yes\, please let us know i f you prefer a single room or to share a room (please provide names of roo mmates).*If you wish to stay in the hotel on Oct. 23 (Thursday)\, please c all the hotel directly to make a reservation. Reservation number is: 0558- 83-2211 (Dinner must be reserved at least 4 days in advance)*• Early Bir d Registration (Sat\, Oct. 25 - not through play): Please let us know if y ou wish to play 9 holes or 18 holes.Please send all required information f or you and your team members by e-mail to \;info@sccij.jp.Accommodatio n &\; Early Bird Round:• \;Accommodation at exclusive SCCIJ rate: – Oct. 23: JPY 5\,900/pers. (single use: JPY 8\,100)– Oct. 24: JPY 7\, 100/pers.\, breakfast included (single use: JPY 9\,300)• \;Early Bir d Round (Oct. 25\; not Through Play):– 18-hole : JPY 10\,500/pers.\, lun ch included– 9-hole: JPY 5\,850/pers.Prize Sponsors:You can support the tournament and boost your company’s visibility by donating a prize\, pro viding a giveaway for each participant\, or sponsoring a contest such as N earest to the Pin or Longest Drive.We expect around 30-40 players from the Swiss–Japanese business community\, most of them at C-level. Sponsorshi p offers valuable visibility\, including:• \;Your company logo featu red on the SCCIJ website• \;Public recognition during the prize cere mony• \;Name announcement when prizes are handed outIf you are inter ested in sponsoring a prize\, please kindly refer to the sponsorship sheet for details.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@sccij.jp\n\n\n\nAccess:\n\n \n\n• \;By car: \;Take the Shin Tomei expressway then get off th e expressway at Nagaizumi\, Numazu IC. Take Izu Juukan road and get off at Ohdaira IC\, then Route 12 and Route 59 to the Izu Heights Golf Club.•& nbsp\;By train: \;Ride the Shinkansen to Mishima Station\, then take t he Izuhakone Railway Sunzu Line to Shuzenji Station. If you are interested in car sharing from there to the Golf Club\, please contact \;info@sc cij.jp. In that case\, golf bags should be sent to the Club beforehand.\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrize Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Capt ure-decran-2025-09-08-171208.png CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:102@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251023T190000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251023T210000 DTSTAMP:20251009T013703Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/european-cocktail-2025 SUMMARY:European Cocktail 2025 DESCRIPTION:\nJoin us for the European Cocktail 2025! Co-hosted by the SCCI J together with fellow European Chambers of Commerce\, this annual celebra tion is one of Tokyo’s most vibrant networking evenings — bringing tog ether professionals from diverse industries and nationalities. Enjoy great company\, new connections\, and the unique atmosphere of the Capital Hote l Tokyu\, as we raise a glass to collaboration and community across Europe and Japan.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet ready for the European Cocktail 2025!\n\n\n \nThis signature event\, co-hosted by leading European Chambers of Commerc e including the SCCIJ\, offers a unique opportunity to connect with busine ss professionals from diverse industries and backgrounds\, all gathered in a dynamic cross-cultural atmosphere.\n\n\n\nHosted at the prestigious The Capitol Hotel Tokyu\, the evening combines European sophistication with J apanese hospitality\, featuring exquisite food\, fine drinks\, and an insp iring setting for high-quality networking and exchange.\n\n\n\nPlaces are limited and demand is high - secure your ticket today and join us for this celebration of global business\, collaboration\, and community.\n\n\n\nDa te:Thursday\, October 23\, 2025Time:19:00 - 21:00 (D.O.: 18:30)Location:Th e Capitol Hotel Tokyu Japan\, \;〒100-0014 Tokyo\, Chiyoda-ku\, Nagat acho 2-10-3 (MAP)Entry Fees:• Members: JPY 13\,000 or 2 SCCIJ vouchers 2 025• Non-members: \;JPY 16\,000Registration:*Registration is now ful l. A waiting list is available for those who wish to attend if additional seats become available.**Deadline: October 9\, 2025\, 12:00 JST.**Until Se ptember 26\, registration is prioritized for SCCIJ members. After this dat e\, seats will be allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis.**No-show s &\; cancellations after the deadline will be fully charged.*Disclaime r• \;The SCCIJ may film and take photographs of this event. If you p articipate\, please be noted that these pictures and videos may be used in various media\, such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ social networking sites \, and SCCIJ promotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff at the event.•&nb sp\;The views expressed by the speaker(s) do not reflect those of the SCCI J as an organization.Inquires:By e-mail to \;info@sccij.jp.\n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/LATE ST-23oct-EU-cocktail-banner.png CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:99@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251022T120000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251022T140000 DTSTAMP:20251016T065611Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/october-2025-luncheon SUMMARY:October 2025 Luncheon: “How recent AI innovation can change risk management in business and sustainability-related topics from a global per spective” DESCRIPTION:\nJoin us for our October Luncheon with Dr. Philipp Aeby\, CEO and co-founder of RepRisk\, a global leader in ESG risk data. Dr. Aeby wil l share how AI is reshaping risk management and sustainability by turning vast amounts of data into forward-looking\, actionable insights. Drawing o n RepRisk’s daily screening of millions of documents across 200+ jurisdi ctions\, he will highlight the importance of combining advanced AI with hu man expertise - and how this approach has built partnerships with Japan’ s top financial institutions and leading global industries.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ nHow recent AI innovation can change risk management in business and susta inability-related topics from a global perspective.\n\n\n\nArtificial inte lligence is transforming risk management and sustainability by enabling fo rward-looking\, actionable insights. To stay ahead\, risk-data providers m ust leverage proven use cases and proprietary data while combining advance d technologies — from large language models for in-depth analysis to sma ller\, cost-efficient models for broad coverage. Human expertise remains e ssential in validating outputs and enhancing accuracy\, ensuring AI delive rs value with trust and reliability.\n\n\n\nAt the forefront of this trans formation is RepRisk\, a global leader in ESG risk data. By scanning milli ons of documents every day across more than 200 jurisdictions\, RepRisk id entifies material conduct and sustainability risks\, supporting financial institutions and companies worldwide in navigating an increasingly complex environment. In Japan\, RepRisk has built strong partnerships with over 2 0 financial institutions\, including the top banks\, leading asset manager s\, JPX\, and GPIF\, while also working with global industrial groups to m anage risk and meet sustainability goals.\n\n\n\nJoin us at the SCCIJ Lunc heon to hear how RepRisk is driving innovation in AI-powered risk manageme nt and what this means for businesses in Japan and beyond.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Date:Wednesday\, October 22\, 2025Schedule:12:00 – 14:00 (D.O. 11:45)Ven ue:Shangri-la Tokyo\, @The Pavilion (27F)Marunouchi Trust Tower Main\, 1-8 -3 Marunouchi\, Chiyoda City\, Tokyo 100-8283 (MAP)Fee:• Members: JPY 6\ ,500 or 1 SCCIJ voucher 2025• Non-members: \;JPY 9\,600Registration: *Deadline: October 16\, 2025\, 23:59 JST* *SCCIJ Members will be prioritiz ed.**Spots allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis.**No-shows/cance llations after the deadline will be fully charged.*Concept:• \;This event consists in a 3-course lunch followed by a presentation (and Q&\; A). The setting is ideal for networking.• \;Participants are typical ly members of the Swiss-Japanese business community\, but non-members are also welcome to join. • Seats are not attributed (free seating).•  \;Dress code is business / business casual.Disclaimer:• \;The SCCIJ may film and take photographs of this event. If you participate\, please b e noted that these pictures and videos may be used in various media\, such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ social networking sites\, and SCCIJ promotio nal materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or video s\, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff at the event.• \;The views express ed by the speaker(s) do not reflect those of the SCCIJ as an organization. Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@sccij.jp\n\n\n\nBiography of the Speaker \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Philipp Aeby is the CEO and co-founder of Re pRisk. He is an expert in business conduct risk management\, with a specia l interest in machine learning. \n\n\n\nBefore joining RepRisk in 2006\, D r. Aeby served in various managerial positions across Europe at Amgen\, a global biopharmaceutical firm\, and worked on a broad range of internation al assignments with the Boston Consulting Group. He started his career as a visiting scientist at the International Center for Tropical Agriculture in Colombia.\n\n\n\nDr. Aeby holds a PhD in Environmental Physics and a Ma ster’s degree in Climatology and Hydrology from the Swiss Federal Instit ute of Technology (ETH) in Zurich\, Switzerland\, where he earned the ETH Medal for outstanding research that involved applying neural networks to p attern recognition.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n \;\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/scci j-October-22.jpg CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:96@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251021T180000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251021T190000 DTSTAMP:20251016T034944Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/webinar-strategic-responses-to-tariff-changes- opportunities-and-challenges-for-swiss-firms-doing-business-in-japan SUMMARY:Webinar "Strategic Responses to Tariff Changes: Opportunities and C hallenges for Swiss Firms Doing Business in Japan" DESCRIPTION:\nThe Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (SCCIJ) a nd the Swiss-Japanese Chamber of Commerce (SJCC) are delighted to invite y ou to the upcoming \;Joint Webinar on Tariff Dynamics\, featuring Mark us T. Schweizer\, Board Member of the SJCC and Client Service Partner Japa n Business Services at EY. This timely session will provide a unique oppor tunity to gain first-hand insights into how tariff changes are reshaping i nternational trade and what this means for Swiss companies active in Japan .\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTariff shifts between the USA\, Japan\, Europe\, and Swit zerland are creating both new challenges and opportunities for Swiss firms . In his keynote “Strategic Responses to Tariff Changes: Opportunities a nd Challenges for Swiss Firms Doing Business in Japan\,” Mr. Schweizer w ill offer a clear and practical perspective on how executives can navigate this evolving landscape.\n\n\n\nParticipants will hear a \;factual ov erview of current tariffs\, with special attention to the \;pharma sec tor and MFN pricing\, followed by an analysis of potential threats and str ategic opportunities for Swiss businesses in Japan. The discussion will hi ghlight actionable strategies such as \;reducing dependency on single markets\, strengthening ties with \;reliable and stable partners like Switzerland and Japan\, and exploring \;production shifts for exports to the US.\n\n\n\nThe webinar concludes with an \;outlook on the next 6-12 months \;and an interactive Q&\;A\, ensuring participants leav e with \;strategic insights\, practical tools\, and a deeper understan ding of how to position their companies in a complex global trade environm ent.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate:Tuesday\, October 21\, 2025Schedule:18:00 - 19:00 (JST) / 11:00 - 12:00 (CST)Venue:OnlineThe webinar access link will be se nt to all registered participants a few days prior to the event. Fee:Free of chargeRegistration:*Deadline: October 19\, 2025\, 23:59 JST* Click here to join the webinar:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85364629893?pwd=oyKTHaEnS8b I6kmSL1hAaX9c4KZyVM.1Meeting ID: 853 6462 9893Passcode: 257 472Disclaimer: • \;The organizer may film and take photographs of this event. If yo u participate\, please be noted that these pictures and videos may be used in various media. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or v ideos\, kindly notify the staff at the event.• \;The views expressed by the speaker(s) do not reflect those of the SCCIJ as an organization.In quiries:By e-mail to \;info@sccij.jp\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBiography of the S peaker\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarkus T. Schweizer \;is the former Ja pan Business Services Leader for EY in EMEIA and current Client Service Pa rtner for a large Japanese Pharma client of EY. With over 30 years of prof essional experience\, he has held various senior leadership roles at EY\, and has been advising companies on strategy\, risk\, and performance in ra pidly changing markets.\n\n\n\nMr. Schweizer holds a master’s degree in business administration and economics from the University of Bern and is a Swiss Certified Public Accountant. He is a strong advocate for Diversity &\; Inclusion and acts as mentor to entrepreneurs and start-ups. Passio nate about supporting Japanese companies abroad\, he is a father of four c hildren\, an avid golfer\, and wine enthusiast.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Scre enshot-2025-09-02-alle-10.39.57.png CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:89@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251018T120000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251018T190000 DTSTAMP:20250917T010539Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/sccij-tennis-gathering-bbq-dinner-2025 SUMMARY:Tennis Gathering &\; BBQ Dinner 2025 DESCRIPTION:\nThe SCCIJ is thrilled to announce that its Tennis Gathering & amp\; BBQ Dinner is coming back from a break year .This year’s edition w ill be organised in collaboration with the Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Japan (SpCCJ) and the German Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (A HK Japan) as co-hosts. The event will take place on Saturday\, October 18 \, 2025\, from 12:00 to 19:00\, at the Yokohama Country &\; Athletic Cl ub.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGame\, set\, match! Taking place in Yokohama\, this eve nt is the ideal occasion to invite your colleagues\, business partners\, o r friends for a day out on the courts and to practice your game while netw orking with the Swiss business community and beyond. Join us for a fun ten nis afternoon in a casual and relaxed atmosphere\, followed by an outdoor BBQ Dinner later in the evening! \;Already busy on that day? Participa tion in tennis only or BBQ only is also possible.\n\n\n\nPlease note that tennis racquets cannot be rented at the venue. Participants are kindly ask ed to bring their own equipment.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate:Saturday\, October 18 \, 2025Schedule:12.00 - 16.00: Tennis (4 x clay courts)17.00 - 19.00: BBQ DinnerVenue:Yokohama Country &\; Athletic ClubJapan\, \;〒231-0831 Kanagawa\, Yokohama\, Naka Ward\, 11-1 Yaguchida (MAP)Fee:•  SCCIJ\, SpCCJ and AHK Japan Members:– Tennis &\; BBQ Dinner (with free-flow a lcohol): JPY 12’000 or 2 SCCIJ Vouchers 2025– Tennis &\; BBQ Dinner (without free-flow alcohol): JPY 10’000 or 2 SCCIJ Vouchers 2025– Ten nis only: JPY 5’000 or 1 SCCIJ Voucher 2025– BBQ only: JPY 9’500 o r 1 SCCIJ Voucher 2025•  Non-Members:– Tennis &\; BBQ Dinner (wit h free-flow alcohol): JPY 16’000– Tennis &\; BBQ Dinner (without fr ee-flow alcohol): JPY 14’000– Tennis only: JPY 8’000– BBQ only: JPY 12’500Fee includes:– Tennis: access to courts &\; facilities (c hanging rooms\, showers)\, tennis balls\, refreshments\;– BBQ: Outdoors Dinner\, free-flow alcohol drinks (120 minutes)\, soft drinks.Registration :*Deadline: October 8\, 2025\, 23:59 JST* *For the BBQ Dinner\, tennis pla yer will be prioritized**Spots allocated on a first-come\, first-served ba sis.**No-shows/cancellations after the deadline will be fully charged.*Dis claimer:• \;The organizer may film and take photographs of this even t. If you participate\, please be noted that these pictures and videos may be used in various media. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly notify the staff at the event.• \;The views e xpressed by the speaker(s) do not reflect those of the SCCIJ as an organiz ation.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@sccij.jp\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Scre enshot-2025-09-03-alle-11.19.40.png CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:97@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251010T143000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251010T190000 DTSTAMP:20250926T002445Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/sccij-kansai-event-2025-special-visit-to-expo- 2025-osaka SUMMARY:SCCIJ Kansai Event 2025 – Special Visit to Expo 2025 Osaka! DESCRIPTION:\nThe SCCIJ is delighted to announce the 2025 Kansai Event! Joi n us for a \;special visit to Expo 2025 Osaka \;just three days be fore the closing\, with exclusive access to selected pavilions\, a stop at the \;Swiss Pavilion\, and a Raclette Networking Reception at the Hei di Café. The event will be attended by the SCCIJ Board\, with the presenc e of our Honorary President\, H.E. Ambassador Roger Dubach\, Dr. Felix Moe sner\, Swiss Consul and CEO of Swissnex in Japan\, as well as many disting uished guests.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpecial Visit to Expo 2025 Osaka!\n\n\n\nThi s October\, the SCCIJ annual Kansai outing will take place in Osaka with a n exclusive visit to \;Expo 2025 Osaka\, just days before the closing of the World Expo.\n\n\n\nA distinguished delegation including \;H.E. Ambassador Roger Dubach (Honorary President of SCCIJ)\, Dr. Felix Moesner\ , Swiss Consul and CEO of Swissnex in Japan\, as well as many distinguishe d guests will join this unique experience.\n\n\n\nProgram:\n\n\n\n\n14:30: Meet at Expo 2025\n\n\n\nGuided visits to selected pavilions (to be assig ned): Osaka Healthcare Pavilion\, “Future of Life” Signature Pavilion\ , Pasona Pavilion\n\n\n\nVisit to the \;Swiss Pavilion\n\n\n\nRaclette Networking Reception at Heidi Café \;(with stunning views of the Exp o site)\n\n\n\n19:00: End\n\n\n\n\nParticipation includes a VIP ticket for Expo 2025\, allowing you to enter the Expo grounds anytime through the VI P gate without time-slot reservations. Simply print out your VIP ticket an d present it at the entrance.\n\n\n\nPlease note:\n\n\n\n\nIf you only pla n to join the SCCIJ program (pavilions listed + Swiss Pavilion + networkin g)\, no further steps are required. \n\n\n\nIf you wish to explore additio nal pavilions that require reservations\, you will need to create an Expo ID. We will provide a manual explaining this process.\n\n\n\n\nSpots are s trictly limited and will be allocated on a \;first-come\, first-served basis\, with \;priority for SCCIJ members.\n\n\n\nWe warmly encourage you to join us for this exceptional opportunity to connect\, discover\, a nd celebrate Switzerland’s presence at Expo 2025!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate:Fr iday\, October 10\, 2025Schedule:14:30 – 19:00Venue:EXPO Osaka 20251 Yum eshimanaka\, Konohana Ward\, Osaka 554-0044 (MAP)Fee:• Members: JPY 19\, 500 or 2 SCCIJ vouchers 2025• Non-members: \;JPY 25\,000The fee are includes a VIP ticket for EXPO Osaka 2025\, guided visits to selected pavi lions\, as well as a Raclette Networking Reception with free-flow drinks ( including beer) at the Heidi Café.Registration:*FULLY BOOKED**Deadline: S eptember 24\, 2025\, 23:59 JST* *SCCIJ Members will be prioritized.**Spots allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis.**No-shows/cancellations a fter the deadline will be fully charged.*Program:• 14:30: Meet at Expo O saka 2025• Guided visits to selected pavilions (to be assigned): Osaka H ealthcare Pavilion\, “Future of Life” Signature Pavilion\, Pasona Pavi lion• Visit to the \;Swiss Pavilion• Raclette Networking Reception at Heidi Café \;(with stunning views of the Expo site)• 19:00: End Disclaimer:The SCCIJ may film and take photographs of this event. If you p articipate\, please be noted that these pictures and videos may be used in various media\, such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ social networking sites \, and SCCIJ promotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff at the event.Inquir ies:By e-mail to \;info@sccij.jp\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Scre enshot-2025-09-02-alle-11.43.01.png CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:105@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251010T143000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251010T190000 DTSTAMP:20250929T040732Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/payment-sccij-kansai-event-2025-special-visit- to-expo-2025-osaka SUMMARY:Payment: SCCIJ Kansai Event 2025 – Special Visit to Expo 2025 Osa ka! DESCRIPTION:\nThe SCCIJ is delighted to announce the 2025 Kansai Event! Joi n us for a \;special visit to Expo 2025 Osaka \;just three days be fore the closing\, with exclusive access to selected pavilions\, a stop at the \;Swiss Pavilion\, and a Raclette Networking Reception at the Hei di Café. The event will be attended by the SCCIJ Board\, with the presenc e of our Honorary President\, H.E. Ambassador Roger Dubach\, Dr. Felix Moe sner\, Swiss Consul and CEO of Swissnex in Japan\, as well as many disting uished guests.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpecial Visit to Expo 2025 Osaka!\n\n\n\nThi s October\, the SCCIJ annual Kansai outing will take place in Osaka with a n exclusive visit to \;Expo 2025 Osaka\, just days before the closing of the World Expo.\n\n\n\nA distinguished delegation including \;H.E. Ambassador Roger Dubach (Honorary President of SCCIJ)\, Dr. Felix Moesner\ , Swiss Consul and CEO of Swissnex in Japan\, as well as many distinguishe d guests will join this unique experience.\n\n\n\nProgram:\n\n\n\n\n14:30: Meet at Expo 2025\n\n\n\nGuided visits to selected pavilions (to be assig ned): Osaka Healthcare Pavilion\, “Future of Life” Signature Pavilion\ , Pasona Pavilion\n\n\n\nVisit to the \;Swiss Pavilion\n\n\n\nRaclette Networking Reception at Heidi Café \;(with stunning views of the Exp o site)\n\n\n\n19:00: End\n\n\n\n\nParticipation includes a VIP ticket for Expo 2025\, allowing you to enter the Expo grounds anytime through the VI P gate without time-slot reservations. Simply print out your VIP ticket an d present it at the entrance.\n\n\n\nPlease note:\n\n\n\n\nIf you only pla n to join the SCCIJ program (pavilions listed + Swiss Pavilion + networkin g)\, no further steps are required. \n\n\n\nIf you wish to explore additio nal pavilions that require reservations\, you will need to create an Expo ID. We will provide a manual explaining this process.\n\n\n\n\nSpots are s trictly limited and will be allocated on a \;first-come\, first-served basis\, with \;priority for SCCIJ members.\n\n\n\nWe warmly encourage you to join us for this exceptional opportunity to connect\, discover\, a nd celebrate Switzerland’s presence at Expo 2025!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate:Fr iday\, October 10\, 2025Schedule:14:30 – 19:00Venue:EXPO Osaka 20251 Yum eshimanaka\, Konohana Ward\, Osaka 554-0044 (MAP)Fee:• Members: JPY 19\, 500 or 2 SCCIJ vouchers 2025• Non-members: \;JPY 25\,000The fee are includes a VIP ticket for EXPO Osaka 2025\, guided visits to selected pavi lions\, as well as a Raclette Networking Reception with free-flow drinks ( including beer) at the Heidi Café.Registration:*Deadline: September 24\, 2025\, 23:59 JST* *SCCIJ Members will be prioritized.**Spots allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis.**No-shows/cancellations after the deadl ine will be fully charged.*Program:• 14:30: Meet at Expo Osaka 2025• G uided visits to selected pavilions (to be assigned): Osaka Healthcare Pavi lion\, “Future of Life” Signature Pavilion\, Pasona Pavilion• Visit to the \;Swiss Pavilion• Raclette Networking Reception at Heidi Caf é \;(with stunning views of the Expo site)• 19:00: EndDisclaimer:Th e SCCIJ may film and take photographs of this event. If you participate\, please be noted that these pictures and videos may be used in various medi a\, such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ social networking sites\, and SCCIJ promotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/ or videos\, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff at the event.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@sccij.jp\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Scre enshot-2025-09-02-alle-11.43.01.png CATEGORIES:NO COD,private-event,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:87@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251008T190000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251008T220000 DTSTAMP:20250930T081600Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/swiss-young-professionals-gathering-39 SUMMARY:Swiss Young Professionals Gathering #39 DESCRIPTION:\nWe are pleased to invite you to join this unique networking p latform for young professionals\, students\, and friends of Switzerland li ving in Japan. On June 19\, come connect\, exchange\, and grow your Swiss- Japanese network in a relaxed and welcoming setting!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDear C ompatriots\, dear Young Professionals and Students\, dear Friends of Switz erland\,\n\n\n\nAfter the popular last edition with over 100 (!) attendees \, The Embassy of Switzerland in Japan\, the Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (SCCIJ)\, and the Swiss Club Tokyo are excited to annou nce the upcoming second edition of Swiss Young Professionals of 2025: The gathering will take place on Wednesday October 8! The concept \;remain s \;the same: facilitating exchange between Swiss young professionals\ , Swiss students\, and "young at heart" friends of Switzerland living in J apan.\n\n\n\nOnce again\, we will be meeting at the venue WPÜ Shinjuku. C onveniently located right next to Shinjuku West Gate\, this urban-hip desi gn hotel provides a relaxed and stylish setting\, great for catching up an d meeting new faces in an informal setting.\n\n\n\nSpots are limited and&n bsp\;will be distributed on a first-come\, first-served basis\, so make su re to be quick to sign up! You will receive an email confirmation after si gning up (confirmation is sent out every Friday). \n\n\n\nBis gli am 8. Ok tober! À bientôt le 8 octobre ! Ci vediamo l'8 ottobre!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nD ate:Wednesday\, October 8\, 2025Schedule:19:00 – 22:00Venue:WPÜ Shinjuk u @Gallery (2F)7-10-5 Nishishinjuku\, Shinjuku-ku\, Tokyo 160-0023 (MAP)Fe e:Free of charge (Buy your own drinks and food)Registration:★Waiting Lis t*Deadline: October 6\, 2025\, 23:59 JST* *Registration is mandatory* *Our Swiss Young Professionals gatherings are always in high demand\, often wi th a waiting list. If you register but cannot attend\, please let us know at least two days in advance so we can offer your spot to someone else. No -shows without notice will result in losing priority for the next event." Dress code:Casual - dress to feel comfortableDisclaimer:The SCCIJ may film and take photographs of this event. If you participate\, please be noted that these pictures and videos may be used in various media\, such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ social networking sites\, and SCCIJ promotional mate rials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kind ly notify the SCCIJ staff at the event.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@s ccij.jp\n\n\n\nOrganizers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/SYP- 39.png CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:104@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251006T120000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251006T140000 DTSTAMP:20250930T073001Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/executive-insights SUMMARY:Executive Insights "A tasty bridge between Food cultures: kikkoman' s cross-cultural journey of flavor and growth" DESCRIPTION:\nWe are pleased to invite you to the upcoming Executive Insigh ts organized by AHK Japan and co-hosted with the SCCIJ\, featuring a keyno te by Mr. Osamu Mogi\, Representative Director\, Senior Executive Corporat e Officer\, and Head of International Operations Division of Kikkoman Corp oration.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSince first entering the U.S. market in 1957\, Kik koman Corporation has grown into a truly global brand\, with its products now enjoyed in more than 100 countries worldwide.\n\n\n\nAt this event\, M r. Mogi will share how Kikkoman successfully introduced soy sauce—a trad itional seasoning from a small island nation - into global markets by over coming cultural and lifestyle differences.\n\n\n\nThe Kikkoman story offer s valuable insights into how companies can adapt\, innovate\, and thrive i n a cross-cultural environment.\n\n\n\nWe look forward to welcoming you at this special event.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate:Monday\, October 6\, 2025Schedule :12:00 – 14:00 (D.O. 11:45)Venue:Roppongi Hills Club @The Club Room II & amp\; III (51F)106-6151 Tokyo\, Minato City\, Roppongi\, 6−10−1 六本 木ヒルズ森タワー51階 (MAP)Fee:• Members: JPY 5\,500 or 1 SCCIJ voucher 2025• Non-members: \;JPY 7\,000Registration:★Booking close d*Deadline: September 30\, 2025\, 12:00 JST* *SCCIJ Members will be priori tized.**Spots allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis.**No-shows/ca ncellations after the deadline will be fully charged.*Expected participant s:C-Level Management of mostly Japanese subsidiaries of German and Swiss m ultinational corporations and SMEsDisclaimer:• \;The organizers may film and take photographs of this event. If you participate\, please be no ted that these pictures and videos may be used in various media\, such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ social networking sites\, and SCCIJ promotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff at the event.• \;The views expressed b y the speaker(s) do not reflect those of the SCCIJ as an organization.Inqu iries:By e-mail to \;info@sccij.jp\n\n\n\nBiography of the Speaker\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMr. Osamu Mogi\, Representative Director\, Senior Ex ecutive Corporate Officer and Head of International Operations Division of Kikkoman Corporation\, received his BA from Keio University in 1990 and h is MBA from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 1993. He joined Kikkoman Corporation in 1996 and has been active as a chairperson of the Japan Asso ciation of Corporate Executives (Keizai Doyukai) since April 2022.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/4ff9 617b5a9a-ExeIn-Kikkoman.png CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:63@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251002T180000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20251002T200000 DTSTAMP:20250717T001723Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/austrian-strategic-business-summit-asia-pacifi c-2025 SUMMARY:Austrian Strategic Business Summit / Indo-Pacific 2025 DESCRIPTION:\n\n\n\n\nBuilding on our longstanding partnership with the Aus trian Business Council\, extending beyond joint events like the Ski Race a nd After Summer Cocktail\, we are delighted to invite you to the 2025 Aust rian Strategic Business Summit\, organized by Advantage Austria.\n\n\n\nSC CIJ members are eligible to attend at a special member rate\, which includ es the early bird discount. This two-day summit will bring together 300 le ading corporate executives from Asia\, Austria\, and Europe to discuss how businesses can successfully navigate geo-economic challenges and capitali ze on emerging opportunities in Asia.\n\n\n\nThe event offers exclusive ne tworking opportunities and in-depth insights on critical topics such as ge opolitics\, innovation\, investments\, talent acquisition\, and supply cha in management\, with a strong emphasis on fostering equal and sustainable partnerships.\n\n\n\nFor the full program overview\, please click here. Fo r a full list of confirmed speakers\, please click here.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDa te:Thursday\, October 2\, 2025Friday\, October 3\, 2025Schedule:October 2: 18:00 – 20:00 October 3: 09:00 – 21:00Venue:Grand Hyatt Tokyo @Galler y (2F)6-10-3 Roppongi\, Minato City\, Tokyo 106-0032 (MAP)Fee:• SCCIJ Me mbers: JPY 98\,000 or EUR 600• Non-members: JPY 196\,000 or EUR 1\,200R egistration:Disclaimer:• \;The organizer may film and take photograp hs of this event. If you participate\, please be noted that these pictures and videos may be used in various media. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly notify the staff at the event.•&nb sp\;The views expressed by the speaker(s) do not reflect those of the SCCI J as an organization.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@sccij.jp\n\n\n\nAcc ess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/AA-A SBS-2025_Banner-Mailworx_1000x400_v4.png CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:45@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250930T060000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250930T070000 DTSTAMP:20250825T075921Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/annual-membership-2025 SUMMARY:Annual Membership 2025 DESCRIPTION:\n\n\n\n\nThank you very much for your continuous support to th e Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (SCCIJ). \n\n\n\nFor any inquiries or suggestions (luncheon topic ideas\, “Meet the SCCIJ Member s” articles\, etc.)\, please feel free to contact the SCCIJ Executive Co mmittee members directly or our Secretariat via email at info@sccij.jp. Ou r door is always open to discuss ideas to increase the attractiveness of y our SCCIJ membership.\n\n\n\nThank you again for your cooperation and cont inuous support. We look forward to welcoming you to our events soon.\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n \;\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/5af14ff6-scc ij-press-release.png CATEGORIES:NO COD,private-event,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:94@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250917T163000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250917T193000 DTSTAMP:20250910T021217Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/mobilitys-neural-shift-success-stories-strateg ic-debate SUMMARY:Mobility’s Neural Shift- Success Stories &\; Strategic Debate DESCRIPTION:\nThe Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (SCCIJ) i s pleased to co-host\, together with AHK Japan and the EBC Automotive Comp onents Committee\, the joint event “Mobility’s Neural Shift – Succes s Stories &\; Strategic Debate” on September 17\, 2025. Bringing toge ther key voices from the automotive and technology sectors\, the seminar w ill explore how artificial intelligence is transforming mobility and what this means for Tier-1 suppliers\, OEMs\, and tech innovators.\n\n\n\nIn co llaboration with the EBC Automotive Components Committee\, we are excited to invite you to our joint event “Mobility’s Neural Shift – Success Stories &\; Strategic Debate" on September 17th\, 2025 from 16:30 – 19:30 JST at L'espace\, kindly provided by the French Chamber of Com merce and Industry in Japan (CCIFJ). \;\n\n\n\nArtificial intelligence is beginning to reshape every layer of the value chain – but sometimes organizations seem surprisingly resilient to change. Where are we heading and what do we need to watch out for? This seminar brings together leading practitioners to showcase concrete use-cases and to debate the road-map f or Tier-1s\, OEMs\, and tech suppliers alike. \;\n\n\n\nAfter a short impulse talk each\, two moderated panels will open the floor to questions\ , before the conversation continues informally over a networking buffet.&n bsp\;\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate:Wednesday\, September 17\, 2025Schedule:16:30 – 19:30 (D.O. 16:15)Venue:L'Espace @CCIFJ Nihonbashi Honcho Ys Building (1F) 2-2-2 Nihonbashihoncho\, Chuo City\, Tokyo 103-0023 (MAP)Fee:• Memb ers: JPY 5\,500 or 1 SCCIJ voucher 2025• Non-members: \;JPY 7\,700*M eal: Light bites and drinks.*Registration:*Deadline: September 9\, 2025\, 12:00 JST* *SCCIJ Members will be prioritized.**Spots allocated on a first -come\, first-served basis.**No-shows/cancellations after the deadline wil l be fully charged.*Event Program:• 16:30: Opening• 16:40: Keynote Spe ech on "Revolutionizing the design and sourcing automotive componentry". S peaker: Momday Dok\, founder of GCDee• 16:55: First Panel Discussion on "Expert voices explore opportunities\, risks\, and implementation hurdles" moderated by Felix von Helden\, Managing Operator\, Ultra Tendency KK. Pa nelists: Dr. Demet Karaali\, Head of IT and Production\, Daimler Trucks As ia\, Momday Dok\, founder of GCDee\, Tsubasa Watanabe\, Solutions Architec t\, Databricks\, and Niels Lassen\, Automotive Account Executive\, Databri cks• 17:30: Keynote Speech on "Beyond the Hype: Practical Implications f or AI in Automative - Cultivating Organizational Readiness"Speaker: Stefan Gspurning\, General Manager - Connected Car Services and SDV at Nissan• 17:45: Second Panel Discussion on "Expert voices explore opportunities\, risks\, and implementation hurdles" moderated by Dr. Carolina Kawakubo\, N RW.Global Business JapanPanelists: Shigeo Uno\, CEO dSpace Japan K.K.\, St efan Gspurning\, General Manager - Connected Car Services and SDV at Nissa n and Toshiko Aizono\, Director\, HITACHI• 18:20: Informal Exchange\, Ne tworkingDisclaimer:• \;The SCCIJ may film and take photographs of th is event. If you participate\, please be noted that these pictures and vid eos may be used in various media\, such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ socia l networking sites\, and SCCIJ promotional materials. If you do not want t o appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff a t the event.• \;The views expressed by the speaker(s) do not reflect those of the SCCIJ as an organization.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@s ccij.jp\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/9293 3cd76b9c-2025_EBC_Header.jpg CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:93@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250916T184500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250916T203000 DTSTAMP:20250909T075329Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/2025-cross-chamber-young-professionals-speed-n etworking SUMMARY:Payment - 2025 Cross-Chamber Young Professionals Speed Networking DESCRIPTION:\nAimed at young professionals (35 and under)\, this event\, or ganized by the American Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ACCJ)\, brings toget her chambers for a fun\, interactive evening and a unique peer-to-peer net working opportunity. Modeled after speed dating\, the format gives young p rofessionals the chance to meet and connect with peers across industries. Join us for an evening of fun and insights\, and grow your network!\n\n\n\ nAccess Note\n\n\n\nA QR code is required for building access. Staff will greet you at the 1F Office lobby to hand out QR codes and guide you to the venue between 18:15 and 18:45. If you arrive after 18:45\, please contact the POC via phone. No access will be permitted to those not registered du e to strict building access rules\, so please register early to secure you r spot!\n\n\n\nMore information\, including the POC contact\, will be shar ed closer to the event date.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate:Tuesday\, September 16\, 2025Schedule:18:45 – 20:30 (D.O. 18:15)Venue:Otemachi One Tower 1-2-1 Ot emachi\, Chiyoda City\, Tokyo 100-0004 (MAP)More venue information will be shared closer to the event date.Fee:• Members: JPY 3\,600 or 1 SCCIJ vo ucher 2025• Non-members: \;JPY 7\,000*Meal: Light bites and drinks.* Registration:*Fully Booked**Deadline: September 9\, 2025\, 12:00 JST* *SCC IJ Members will be prioritized.**Spots allocated on a first-come\, first-s erved basis.**No-shows/cancellations after the deadline will be fully char ged.*Co-hosts:• \;Australian and New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Japan• \;Belgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce in Japan• \;Br itish Chamber of Commerce in Japan\,• \;CCI France Japon• \;Ca nadian Chamber of Commerce in Japan• \;Danish Chamber of Commerce in Japan• \;Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Japan• \;German Chamb er of Commerce and Industry in Japan• \;Greek Chamber of Commerce in Japan• \;Italian Chamber of Commerce in Japan• \;Swedish Cham ber of Commerce in Japan• \;Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry i n JapanDisclaimer:• \;The SCCIJ may film and take photographs of thi s event. If you participate\, please be noted that these pictures and vide os may be used in various media\, such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ social networking sites\, and SCCIJ promotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff at the event.• \;The views expressed by the speaker(s) do not reflect those of the SCCIJ as an organization.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@sc cij.jp\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Even t-Image.jpg CATEGORIES:NO COD,private-event,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:100@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250916T184500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250916T203000 DTSTAMP:20250910T053749Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/2025-cross-chamber-young-professionals-speed-n etworking-2 SUMMARY:2025 Cross-Chamber Young Professionals Speed Networking DESCRIPTION:\nAimed at young professionals (35 and under)\, this event\, or ganized by the American Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ACCJ)\, brings toget her chambers for a fun\, interactive evening and a unique peer-to-peer net working opportunity. Modeled after speed dating\, the format gives young p rofessionals the chance to meet and connect with peers across industries. Join us for an evening of fun and insights\, and grow your network!\n\n\n\ nAccess Note\n\n\n\nA QR code is required for building access. Staff will greet you at the 1F Office lobby to hand out QR codes and guide you to the venue between 18:15 and 18:45. If you arrive after 18:45\, please contact the POC via phone. No access will be permitted to those not registered du e to strict building access rules\, so please register early to secure you r spot!\n\n\n\nMore information\, including the POC contact\, will be shar ed closer to the event date.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate:Tuesday\, September 16\, 2025Schedule:18:45 – 20:30 (D.O. 18:15)Venue:Otemachi One Tower 1-2-1 Ot emachi\, Chiyoda City\, Tokyo 100-0004 (MAP)More venue information will be shared closer to the event date.Fee:• Members: JPY 3\,600 or 1 SCCIJ vo ucher 2025• Non-members: \;JPY 7\,000*Meal: Light bites and drinks.* Registration:*Fully Booked**Deadline: September 9\, 2025\, 12:00 JST* *SCC IJ Members will be prioritized.**Spots allocated on a first-come\, first-s erved basis.**No-shows/cancellations after the deadline will be fully char ged.*Co-hosts:• \;Australian and New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Japan• \;Belgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce in Japan• \;Br itish Chamber of Commerce in Japan\,• \;CCI France Japon• \;Ca nadian Chamber of Commerce in Japan• \;Danish Chamber of Commerce in Japan• \;Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Japan• \;German Chamb er of Commerce and Industry in Japan• \;Greek Chamber of Commerce in Japan• \;Italian Chamber of Commerce in Japan• \;Swedish Cham ber of Commerce in Japan• \;Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry i n JapanDisclaimer:• \;The SCCIJ may film and take photographs of thi s event. If you participate\, please be noted that these pictures and vide os may be used in various media\, such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ social networking sites\, and SCCIJ promotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff at the event.• \;The views expressed by the speaker(s) do not reflect those of the SCCIJ as an organization.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@sc cij.jp\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Even t-Image.jpg CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:61@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250911T120000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250911T140000 DTSTAMP:20250902T224225Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/september-2025-luncheon SUMMARY:September 2025 Luncheon: “Your brain on AI” DESCRIPTION:\nJoin us for our September Luncheon with Mr. Patrick Newell\, Learning Activist\, as he takes us into the future of thinking where human creativity meets machine intelligence. Discover how AI is reshaping our m inds\, why the Singularity could be only years away\, and how to work in h armony with your brain’s digital twin to unlock new possibilities.\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nThe Digital Twin of Your Mind - And How to Work With It\n\n\n\nI n his talk \;Your Brain on AI\, Mr. Patrick Newell explores how artifi cial intelligence is reshaping the way we think\, learn\, and make decisio ns. Speaking as an educator and social entrepreneur\, he examines the inte rsection of neuroscience\, human creativity\, and machine intelligence\, e mphasizing the need to understand how AI influences cognitive processes. H is thinking is based on the Singularity\, where human &\; machine intel ligence become equal\, which is \;predicted to occur during the next 5 -10 years. Mr. Newell will share ways we can \;align with the digital twins of our brain to align working and learning \;environments.\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nDate:Thursday\, September 11\, 2025Schedule:12:00 – 14:00 (D.O . 11:45)Venue:The Tokyo EDITION @Meeting Studios I-II (2F)4-1-1 Toranomon\ , Minato City\, Tokyo 105-0001 (MAP)The entrance to the Hotel is shown her eFee:• Members: JPY 6\,500 or 1 SCCIJ voucher 2025• Non-members: \ ;JPY 9\,600Registration:*Fully booked* *Deadline: September 4\, 2025\, 23: 59 JST* *SCCIJ Members will be prioritized.**Spots allocated on a first-co me\, first-served basis.**No-shows/cancellations after the deadline will b e fully charged.*Concept:• \;This event consists in a 3-course lunch followed by a presentation (and Q&\;A). The setting is ideal for netwo rking.• \;Participants are typically members of the Swiss-Japanese b usiness community\, but non-members are also welcome to join. • Seats ar e not attributed (free seating).• \;Dress code is business / busines s casual.Disclaimer:• \;The SCCIJ may film and take photographs of t his event. If you participate\, please be noted that these pictures and vi deos may be used in various media\, such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ soci al networking sites\, and SCCIJ promotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff at the event.• \;The views expressed by the speaker(s) do not reflec t those of the SCCIJ as an organization.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@ sccij.jp\n\n\n\nBiography of the Speaker\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMr. Patr ick Newell is an educator and social entrepreneur based in Japan\, recogni zed for pioneering innovative learning environments and fostering cross-cu ltural collaboration. Since arriving in Japan in 1991\, he has co-founded transformative initiatives\, including Tokyo International School and TEDx Tokyo\, Singularity University\, and is a founding professor at Shizenkan University. \;\n\n\n\nPatrick’s work bridges education\, creativity\ , and social innovation\, advising schools\, companies\, and government bo dies on strategies that integrate global best practices with Japanese cult ure. He \;designs and moderates high-impact events\, workshops\, and p anel discussions\, connecting leaders across business\, academia\, and the arts. \;\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \;\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/scci j-luncheon-September-11.pptx.jpg CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:98@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250911T120000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250911T140000 DTSTAMP:20250909T060710Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/payment-september-2025-luncheon-your-brain-on- ai SUMMARY:Payment - September 2025 Luncheon: “Your brain on AI” DESCRIPTION:\nJoin us for our September Luncheon with Mr. Patrick Newell\, Learning Activist\, as he takes us into the future of thinking where human creativity meets machine intelligence. Discover how AI is reshaping our m inds\, why the Singularity could be only years away\, and how to work in h armony with your brain’s digital twin to unlock new possibilities.\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nThe Digital Twin of Your Mind - And How to Work With It\n\n\n\nI n his talk \;Your Brain on AI\, Mr. Patrick Newell explores how artifi cial intelligence is reshaping the way we think\, learn\, and make decisio ns. Speaking as an educator and social entrepreneur\, he examines the inte rsection of neuroscience\, human creativity\, and machine intelligence\, e mphasizing the need to understand how AI influences cognitive processes. H is thinking is based on the Singularity\, where human &\; machine intel ligence become equal\, which is \;predicted to occur during the next 5 -10 years. Mr. Newell will share ways we can \;align with the digital twins of our brain to align working and learning \;environments.\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nDate:Thursday\, September 11\, 2025Schedule:12:00 – 14:00 (D.O . 11:45)Venue:The Tokyo EDITION @Meeting Studios I-II (2F)4-1-1 Toranomon\ , Minato City\, Tokyo 105-0001 (MAP)The entrance to the Hotel is shown her eFee:• Members: JPY 6\,500 or 1 SCCIJ voucher 2025• Non-members: \ ;JPY 9\,600Registration:*Fully booked* *Deadline: September 4\, 2025\, 23: 59 JST* *SCCIJ Members will be prioritized.**Spots allocated on a first-co me\, first-served basis.**No-shows/cancellations after the deadline will b e fully charged.*Concept:• \;This event consists in a 3-course lunch followed by a presentation (and Q&\;A). The setting is ideal for netwo rking.• \;Participants are typically members of the Swiss-Japanese b usiness community\, but non-members are also welcome to join. • Seats ar e not attributed (free seating).• \;Dress code is business / busines s casual.Disclaimer:• \;The SCCIJ may film and take photographs of t his event. If you participate\, please be noted that these pictures and vi deos may be used in various media\, such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ soci al networking sites\, and SCCIJ promotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff at the event.• \;The views expressed by the speaker(s) do not reflec t those of the SCCIJ as an organization.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@ sccij.jp\n\n\n\nBiography of the Speaker\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMr. Patr ick Newell is an educator and social entrepreneur based in Japan\, recogni zed for pioneering innovative learning environments and fostering cross-cu ltural collaboration. Since arriving in Japan in 1991\, he has co-founded transformative initiatives\, including Tokyo International School and TEDx Tokyo\, Singularity University\, and is a founding professor at Shizenkan University. \;\n\n\n\nPatrick’s work bridges education\, creativity\ , and social innovation\, advising schools\, companies\, and government bo dies on strategies that integrate global best practices with Japanese cult ure. He \;designs and moderates high-impact events\, workshops\, and p anel discussions\, connecting leaders across business\, academia\, and the arts. \;\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \;\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/scci j-luncheon-September-11.pptx.jpg CATEGORIES:NO COD,private-event,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:101@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250911T120000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250911T140000 DTSTAMP:20250909T083024Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/payment-expo-osaka-2025-vip-access SUMMARY:Payment - Expo Osaka 2025 (VIP Access) DESCRIPTION:\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/scci j-luncheon-September-11.pptx.jpg CATEGORIES:NO COD,private-event,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:83@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250902T113000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250902T180000 DTSTAMP:20250716T051442Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/joint-chamber-visit-to-expo-osaka SUMMARY:Joint Chamber Visit to Expo Osaka DESCRIPTION:\nWe are pleased to invite you to a special joint event at EXPO 2025 Osaka\, bringing together members of 5 European Chambers of Commerce in Japan: the Austrian Business Council (ABC)\, Belgian-Luxembourg Chambe r (BLCCJ)\, French Chamber (CCIFJ)\, Netherlands Chamber (NCCJ) and the Sw iss Chamber (SCCIJ).\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis unique gathering offers the chanc e to explore the Expo grounds\, connect across industries\, and enjoy a me morable networking evening in a truly international setting.\n\n\n\nThe to ur includes:\n\n\n\n\nVIP-Expo entry (enter the expo at anytime on the eve nt day\, no time slot needed)\n\n\n\nlunch at one of the participating pav ilions\n\n\n\nguided tours through six country pavilions (Austria\, Swiss\ , France\, Netherlands\, Luxembourg\, Belgium)\n\n\n\na networking recepti on at the Belgium pavilion.\n\n\n\n\nParticipation is limited to 15 member s per Chamber. We encourage early registration as spots will fill quickly. \n\n\n\nDon't miss this unique opportunity to connect\, explore\, and be i nspired at Expo 2025 alongside the vibrant European business community in Japan. We look forward to seeing you there!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate:Tuesday\, September 2\, 2025Schedule:11:30 – 18:00Venue:EXPO 2025 OsakaFee:• Mem bers: JPY 19\,000 or 2 SCCIJ voucher 2025• Non-members: \;JPY 25\,00 0"Includes VIP Ticket\, unch\, pavilion visits and reception" "Does not in clude travel and accommodation expenses"Registration:*Fully Booked**Deadli ne: August 1\, 2025\, 23:59 JST* *No-shows/cancellations after the deadlin e will be fully charged." Program Highlights:11:30 - 12:30 Gather at Aus trian Pavilion11:45 - 13:00 Lunch at Austrian Pavilion (served during on going guided visits)13:05 Visit to Swiss Pavilion13:55 Visit to French Pavilion14:45 Visit to Luxembourg Pavilion15:35 Visit to Netherlands Pavilion16:25 Visit to Belgian Pavilion17:00 Networking Reception at B elgian Pavilion18:00 End of the eventDisclaimer:The SCCIJ may film and t ake photographs of this event. If you participate\, please be noted that t hese pictures and videos may be used in various media\, such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ social networking sites\, and SCCIJ promotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly not ify the SCCIJ staff at the event.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@sccij.j p\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Join t-Chamber-Expo-Visit-2025-Visual_draft-3.png CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:84@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250902T113000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250902T180000 DTSTAMP:20250805T022159Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/payment-joint-chamber-visit-to-expo-osaka SUMMARY:Payment - Joint Chamber Visit to Expo Osaka DESCRIPTION:\nWe are pleased to invite you to a special joint event at EXPO 2025 Osaka\, bringing together members of 5 European Chambers of Commerce in Japan: the Austrian Business Council (ABC)\, Belgian-Luxembourg Chambe r (BLCCJ)\, French Chamber (CCIFJ)\, Netherlands Chamber (NCCJ) and the Sw iss Chamber (SCCIJ).\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis unique gathering offers the chanc e to explore the Expo grounds\, connect across industries\, and enjoy a me morable networking evening in a truly international setting.\n\n\n\nThe to ur includes:\n\n\n\n\nVIP-Expo entry (enter the expo at anytime on the eve nt day\, no time slot needed)\n\n\n\nlunch at one of the participating pav ilions\n\n\n\nguided tours through six country pavilions (Austria\, Swiss\ , France\, Netherlands\, Luxembourg\, Belgium)\n\n\n\na networking recepti on at the Belgium pavilion.\n\n\n\n\nParticipation is limited to 15 member s per Chamber. We encourage early registration as spots will fill quickly. \n\n\n\nDon't miss this unique opportunity to connect\, explore\, and be i nspired at Expo 2025 alongside the vibrant European business community in Japan. We look forward to seeing you there!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate:Tuesday\, September 2\, 2025Schedule:11:30 – 18:00Venue:EXPO 2025 OsakaFee:• Mem bers: JPY 19\,000 or 2 SCCIJ voucher 2025• Non-members: \;JPY 25\,00 0"Includes VIP Ticket\, unch\, pavilion visits and reception" "Does not in clude travel and accommodation expenses"Registration:*Fully Booked**Deadli ne: August 1\, 2025\, 23:59 JST* *No-shows/cancellations after the deadlin e will be fully charged." Program Highlights:11:30 - 12:30 Gather at Aus trian Pavilion11:45 - 13:00 Lunch at Austrian Pavilion (served during on going guided visits)13:05 Visit to Swiss Pavilion13:55 Visit to French Pavilion14:45 Visit to Luxembourg Pavilion15:35 Visit to Netherlands Pavilion16:25 Visit to Belgian Pavilion17:00 Networking Reception at B elgian Pavilion18:00 End of the eventDisclaimer:The SCCIJ may film and t ake photographs of this event. If you participate\, please be noted that t hese pictures and videos may be used in various media\, such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ social networking sites\, and SCCIJ promotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly not ify the SCCIJ staff at the event.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@sccij.j p\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Join t-Chamber-Expo-Visit-2025-Visual_draft-3.png CATEGORIES:NO COD,private-event,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:90@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250821T190000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250821T210000 DTSTAMP:20250819T042832Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/third-thursday-business-networking SUMMARY:Third Thursday Business Networking DESCRIPTION:\nJoin us for an evening of cross-cultural connections at the T hird Thursday Business Networking\, hosted by the Ireland Japan Chamber of Commerce and joined for the second time by members and friends of the Swi ss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTaking place on Thursday\, August 21 from 7:00 pm at the lively Shamrock Irish Pub in R oppongi\, this special edition offers a relaxed atmosphere to meet profess ionals from a wide range of industries\, exchange ideas\, and forge new bu siness relationships.\n\n\n\nEnjoy the warm Irish hospitality\, cool drink s to beat the summer heat\, and the always-popular meishi draw raffle - so don’t forget your business cards for a chance to win great prizes from our sponsors.\n\n\n\nDate:Thursday\, August 21\, 2025Time:19:00 - 21:00Loc ation:Shamrock @Kondo Building (1F)Japan\, \;〒160-0032 Tokyo\, Minat o City\, Roppongi 7-13-6 (MAP)Entry Fees:Free - One drink minimum (cash on ly)Registration:*Deadline: August 21\, 2025\, 12:00 JST.**Spots allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis.*DisclaimerThe SCCIJ may film and tak e photographs of this event. If you participate\, please be noted that the se pictures and videos may be used in various media\, such as the SCCIJ we bsite\, SCCIJ social networking sites\, and SCCIJ promotional materials. I f you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly notif y the SCCIJ staff at the event.Inquires:By e-mail to \;info@sccij.jp.\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Thir d-Thursday.png CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:79@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250731T190000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250731T210000 DTSTAMP:20250701T031152Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/joint-chamber-summer-cocktail-2025 SUMMARY:Joint Chamber Summer Cocktail 2025 DESCRIPTION:\nJoin us for the Summer Cocktail 2025\, one of the most vibran t and multicultural networking evenings of the season. Co-hosted by 19 int ernational Chambers of Commerce\, including the SCCIJ\, this annual celebr ation brings together over 250 professionals from across industries and na tionalities. Held at the Hilton Tokyo’s rooftop Beer Garden Terrace\, th is year’s edition embraces the spirit of Mexico with refreshing tequila cocktails\, authentic cuisine\, and the lively energy of a summer fiesta.\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet ready for the most vibrant and multicultural summer net working event — \;Summer Cocktail 2025!\n\n\n\nThis signature evenin g\, co-hosted by \;19 international Chambers of Commerce \;incl. S CCIJ\, offers an exciting opportunity to connect with over \;250 busin ess professionals \;from a wide range of industries and nationalities\ , all gathered in a dynamic\, cross-cultural atmosphere.\n\n\n\nSet agains t the stunning backdrop of the \;rooftop Beer Garden Terrace at Hilton Tokyo\, this year’s edition brings the \;spirit of Mexico \;to the heart of Tokyo\, featuring \;refreshing tequila cocktails\, \; authentic Mexican cuisine\, and the \;festive energy of a summer fiest a. It’s the perfect setting for high-quality networking in a relaxed\, o pen-air environment.\n\n\n\nAs one of the most anticipated events of the y ear\, \;capacity is limited \;and tickets are expected to sell out quickly—secure yours today \;and be part of this unique celebration of global business and community.\n\n\n\nDate:Thursday\, July 31\, 2025Ti me:19:00 - 21:00 (D.O.: 18:30)Location:Hilton Tokyo @Beer Garden Terrace ( 7F)Japan\, \;〒160-0023 Tokyo\, Shinjuku\, Nishi-Shinjuku 6-6-2 (MAP) Entry Fees:• Members: JPY 9\,000 or 1 SCCIJ voucher 2025• Non-members:  \;JPY 13\,000Registration:*Fully booked**Deadline: July 18\, 2025\, 1 2:00 JST.**Spots allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis.**No-shows &\; cancellations after the deadline will be fully charged.*Participat ing ChambersAustrian Business CouncilAmerican Chamber of Commerce in Japan Australia-New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in JapanBelgian-Luxembourg Chamb er of Commerce in JapanBritish Chamber of Commerce in JapanCanadian Chambe r of Commerce in JapanChilean Chamber of Commerce in JapanDanish Chamber o f Commerce in JapanFinnish Chamber of Commerce in JapanFrench Chamber of C ommerce and Industry in JapanGerman Chamber of Commerce in JapanGreek Cham ber of Commerce in JapanIrish Chamber of Commerce in JapanItalian Chamber of Commerce in JapanNetherlands Chamber of Commerce in JapanSouth-African Chamber of Commerce in JapanSpanish Chamber of Commerce in JapanSwedish Ch amber of Commerce \;in JapanSwiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in JapanAlso supported by the European Business CouncilInquires:By e-mail to& nbsp\;info@sccij.jp.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \;\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/1.jp g CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:81@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250730T100000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250730T110000 DTSTAMP:20250729T092649Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/test-for-payment-synced SUMMARY:Test for payment synced DESCRIPTION:\nOn the evening of \;Thursday\, July 10\, the SCCIJ Kansai Chapter warmly invites you to an informal Apéro (飲み会) &\; BBQ i n the heart of Osaka!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHeld in the midst of Expo 2025 Osaka\ , this is a perfect occasion to reconnect with the Swiss-Japanese business community\, meet new faces\, and share impressions and stories related to the Swiss Pavilion or Expo in general. Whether you are involved directly or simply curious\, this evening offers a relaxed moment to exchange ideas and experiences. Join us on the rooftop of the scenic Suntory Beer Garden for a delicious BBQ\, free-flow drinks\, and great company.\n\n\n\nSpots are limited: sign up early to secure your place! We encourage companies wi th a presence in Kansai to kindly forward this invitation to colleagues in the area.\n\n\n\nWeather Note: In case of bad weather\, the event may be canceled. A confirmation will be sent the day before.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate: Thursday\, July 10\, 2025Schedule:18:00 – 20:00Venue:Suntory Beer Garden \, @Conway 2 &\; 3 (27F)2-1-40 Dojimahama\, Kita-ku\, Osaka 530-0004 (M AP)Fee:JPY 7\,000 or 1 SCCIJ voucher 2025Incl. free-flow drinks\, Japanese beef\, herb chicken\, seafoodPayment: Cash on the day (exact amount appre ciated)Registration:*Deadline: July 7\, 2025\, 23:59 JST* *No-shows/cancel lations after the deadline will be fully charged.**Limited seats: first co me\, first served.*Dress code:CasualDisclaimer:The SCCIJ may film and take photographs of this event. If you participate\, please be noted that thes e pictures and videos may be used in various media\, such as the SCCIJ web site\, SCCIJ social networking sites\, and SCCIJ promotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff at the event.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@sccij.jp\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n CATEGORIES:private-event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:80@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250727T170000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250727T210000 DTSTAMP:20250725T011239Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/swiss-national-day-celebration-2025 SUMMARY:Swiss National Day Celebration 2025 DESCRIPTION:\nJoin us for a festive and family-friendly evening as we celeb rate Swiss National Day together with the Swiss Club Tokyo and the Embassy of Switzerland in Japan. This annual celebration brings together the Swis s community and friends of Switzerland for a joyful summer gathering fille d with Swiss food specialties\, live music\, fun activities for all ages\, and the warm spirit of Swiss-Japanese friendship. We look forward to welc oming you and your family for a memorable evening under the summer sky!\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\nRaffle Prize Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDear Members and Friends of the Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan\,\n\n\n\nWe are pleased to invit e you to our Swiss National Day Celebration Party\, co-organized with the Swiss Club Tokyo and the Embassy of Switzerland\, on \;Sunday\, July 2 7\, 2025\, from 17:00 to 21:00 \;at the Yokohama Country &\; Athlet ic Club. Join us for a memorable evening of Swiss traditions\, food\, musi c\, and great company.\n\n\n\nProgram Highlights:\n\n\n\n\n17:00 Welcome d rinks\, registration &\; live music\n\n\n\n18:00 Speeches and national anthems\n\n\n\n18:15 Informal buffet dinner featuring: Grilled sausages\, raclette\, and assorted finger foods\, Swiss wine (courtesy of the Embassy of Switzerland)\, Complimentary soft drinks (2 hours)\, Cash bar for othe r beverages\n\n\n\n21:00 Closing\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that space is limite d and may fill up before the deadline. Registrations are confirmed only af ter payment.\n\n\n\nSpecial Bonus: Arrive early and enjoy a half-price poo l day at the YC&\;AC before the party!\n\n\n\n\nAdults &\; teens (14 +): JPY 2\,000\n\n\n\nChildren (5–13): JPY 1\,000\n\n\n\nLittle ones (0 –4): Free\n\n\n\nParents not entering the water: Free\n\n\n\n\nIf you're interested\, \;write a message swiss.club.tokyo@gmail.com.\n\n\n\nPle ase find more information here. We look forward to celebrating with you.\n \n\n\nDate:Sunday\, July 27\, 2025Time:17:00 - 21:00Location:Yokohama Coun try &\; Athletic ClubJapan\, \;〒231-0831 Kanagawa\, Yokohama\, Na ka Ward\, 11-1 Yaguchida (MAP)Entry Fees:• Members\, adults: JPY 4\,000 • Members\, 7-15 y.o.: JPY 2\,000• Non-members\, adults: \;JPY 6\, 500• Non-members\, 7-15 y.o.: \;JPY 3\,000• Children (up to 6 y.o. ): \;freeRegistration:*Deadline: July 13\, 2025\, 12:00 JST.**Registra tions are processed by the Swiss Club Tokyo*Important: if you don't receiv e a confirmation email\, please check your spam folder!*Spots allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis.**No-shows &\; cancellations after t he deadline will be fully charged.*DisclaimerThe SCCIJ may film and take p hotographs of this event. If you participate\, please be noted that these pictures and videos may be used in various media\, such as the SCCIJ websi te\, SCCIJ social networking sites\, and SCCIJ promotional materials. If y ou do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly notify t he SCCIJ staff at the event.Inquires:By e-mail to \;info@sccij.jp.\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Capt ure-decran-2025-06-24-111703.png CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:82@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250722T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250722T200000 DTSTAMP:20250707T022735Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/testing-after-updating-plugins SUMMARY:Testing after updating plugins DESCRIPTION:\nOn the evening of \;Thursday\, July 10\, the SCCIJ Kansai Chapter warmly invites you to an informal Apéro (飲み会) &\; BBQ i n the heart of Osaka!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHeld in the midst of Expo 2025 Osaka\ , this is a perfect occasion to reconnect with the Swiss-Japanese business community\, meet new faces\, and share impressions and stories related to the Swiss Pavilion or Expo in general. Whether you are involved directly or simply curious\, this evening offers a relaxed moment to exchange ideas and experiences. Join us on the rooftop of the scenic Suntory Beer Garden for a delicious BBQ\, free-flow drinks\, and great company.\n\n\n\nSpots are limited: sign up early to secure your place! We encourage companies wi th a presence in Kansai to kindly forward this invitation to colleagues in the area.\n\n\n\nWeather Note: In case of bad weather\, the event may be canceled. A confirmation will be sent the day before.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate: Thursday\, July 10\, 2025Schedule:18:00 – 20:00Venue:Suntory Beer Garden \, @Conway 2 &\; 3 (27F)2-1-40 Dojimahama\, Kita-ku\, Osaka 530-0004 (M AP)Fee:JPY 7\,000 or 1 SCCIJ voucher 2025Incl. free-flow drinks\, Japanese beef\, herb chicken\, seafoodPayment: Cash on the day (exact amount appre ciated)Registration:*Deadline: July 7\, 2025\, 23:59 JST* *No-shows/cancel lations after the deadline will be fully charged.**Limited seats: first co me\, first served.*Dress code:CasualDisclaimer:The SCCIJ may film and take photographs of this event. If you participate\, please be noted that thes e pictures and videos may be used in various media\, such as the SCCIJ web site\, SCCIJ social networking sites\, and SCCIJ promotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff at the event.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@sccij.jp\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n CATEGORIES:private-event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:73@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250710T180000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250710T200000 DTSTAMP:20250624T091051Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/swiss-kansai-apero-bbq-1 SUMMARY:Swiss-Kansai Apero &\; BBQ DESCRIPTION:\nOn the evening of \;Thursday\, July 10\, the SCCIJ Kansai Chapter warmly invites you to an informal Apéro (飲み会) &\; BBQ i n the heart of Osaka!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHeld in the midst of Expo 2025 Osaka\ , this is a perfect occasion to reconnect with the Swiss-Japanese business community\, meet new faces\, and share impressions and stories related to the Swiss Pavilion or Expo in general. Whether you are involved directly or simply curious\, this evening offers a relaxed moment to exchange ideas and experiences. Join us on the rooftop of the scenic Suntory Beer Garden for a delicious BBQ\, free-flow drinks\, and great company.\n\n\n\nSpots are limited: sign up early to secure your place! We encourage companies wi th a presence in Kansai to kindly forward this invitation to colleagues in the area.\n\n\n\nWeather Note: In case of bad weather\, the event may be canceled. A confirmation will be sent the day before.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate: Thursday\, July 10\, 2025Schedule:18:00 – 20:00Venue:Suntory Beer Garden 2-1-40 Dojimahama\, Kita-ku\, Osaka 530-0004 (MAP)Fee:JPY 7\,000 or 1 SCCI J voucher 2025Incl. free-flow drinks\, Japanese beef\, herb chicken\, seaf oodPayment: Cash on the day (exact amount appreciated)Registration:*Deadli ne: July 7\, 2025\, 23:59 JST* *No-shows/cancellations after the deadline will be fully charged.**Limited seats: first come\, first served.*Dress co de:CasualDisclaimer:The SCCIJ may film and take photographs of this event. If you participate\, please be noted that these pictures and videos may b e used in various media\, such as the SCCIJ website\, SCCIJ social network ing sites\, and SCCIJ promotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly notify the SCCIJ staff at the eve nt.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@sccij.jp\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Chat GPT-Image-Jun-20-2025-11_10_50-AM.png CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:72@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250708T120000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250708T140000 DTSTAMP:20250618T002342Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/july-2025-luncheon-transformation-in-action-ho w-philip-morris-japan-is-leading-the-change SUMMARY:July 2025 Luncheon: “Transformation in Action: How Philip Morris Japan is leading the change” DESCRIPTION:\nWe are pleased to invite you to our July Luncheon featuring P hilip Morris Japan’s Journey Toward a Smoke-Free World. Ms. Liz Kim\, Ms . Shikha Mahajan and Ms. Cecilia Siu will share how the company is transfo rming from traditional tobacco to innovative smoke-free products. Discover how Japan is leading this global shift through new consumer experiences a nd bold milestones. Join us and be part of the conversation shaping the fu ture of the industry.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRedefining the Future: Philip Morris Japan’s Journey Toward a Smoke-Free World\n\n\n\nA smoke-free future rep resents a bold but necessary transformation for the tobacco industry. Trad itional models of tobacco manufacturing are giving way to innovative\, sci ence-based smoke-free alternatives that aim to shift public perception and drive lasting behavior change. As part of this global transformation\, Ph ilip Morris Japan is playing a pivotal role in reshaping how an entire ind ustry operates.\n\n\n\nIn this talk\, Ms. Liz Kim\, Director Marketing\, M s. Shikha Mahajan\, Director Consumer Experience\, and Ms. Cecilia Siu\, D irector of Communications of Philip Morris Japan will share the strategic journey that is redefining the company\, from conventional tobacco to glob al leadership in smoke-free products. The presentation will delve into the innovations that have fueled this shift\, including the evolution of cons umer experiences\, transformation of retail and communication channels\, a nd a decade marked by bold milestones.\n\n\n\nJapan stands at the forefron t of this movement. The PMJ team has become a launchpad for global talent\ , influencing strategy\, design\, and execution on an international scale. Their work demonstrates how local innovation can create global impact. Th is transformation presents a powerful opportunity\, not only for Philip Mo rris\, but also for forward-looking marketers and changemakers who want to shape the future. Join the conversation. Be part of the change.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nDate:Tuesday\, July 8\, 2025Schedule:12:00 – 14:00 (D.O. 11:45)Ven ue:Shangri-la Tokyo\, @Conway 2 &\; 3 (27F)Marunouchi Trust Tower Main\ , 1-8-3 Marunouchi\, Chiyoda City\, Tokyo 100-8283 (MAP)Fee:• Members: J PY 6\,500 or 1 SCCIJ voucher 2025• Non-members: \;JPY 8\,000Registra tion:*Deadline: July 2\, 2025\, 23:59 JST* *No-shows/cancellations after t he deadline will be fully charged.*Concept:• \;This event consists i n a 3-course lunch followed by a presentation (and Q&\;A). The setting is ideal for networking.• \;Participants are typically members of th e Swiss-Japanese business community\, but non-members are also welcome to join. • Seats are not attributed (free seating).• \;Dress code is business / business casual.Disclaimer:• \;The SCCIJ may film and tak e photographs of this event. If you participate\, please be noted that the se pictures and videos may be used in various media\, such as the SCCIJ we bsite\, SCCIJ social networking sites\, and SCCIJ promotional materials. I f you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly notif y the SCCIJ staff at the event.• \;The views expressed by the speake r(s) do not reflect those of the SCCIJ as an organization.Inquiries:By e-m ail to \;info@sccij.jp\n\n\n\nBiography of the Speakers\n\n\n\n\nMs. L iz Kim \;is Director of Marketing and a member of the management team at Philip Morris Japan. With over 20 years of international marketing lead ership\, Ms. Kim has held senior roles across Korea\, Hong Kong\, Malaysia \, Singapore and the global operational headquarters in Switzerland. She s erved as General Manager for Singapore before moving to Switzerland to lea d global brand strategy for the SFP portfolio. As Global Head of Live Plat forms\, she successfully accelerated the growth of the heat-not-burn categ ory through a two-tier portfolio strategy. Since 2024\, Ms. Kim has led Br and Marketing\, Consumer Engagement\, and Brand Experience in Japan\, and in 2025\, she assumed her current role as Director Marketing. She continue s to shape the strategic direction of one of the company’s most dynamic markets\, driving innovation and consumer-centric transformation.\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\nMs. Shikha Mahajan \;is a senior leader and a part of Phili p Morris Japan Management Team\, currently heading the Consumer Experience function. With over 15 years of experience across India\, Hong Kong\, Aus tralia\, and Japan\, she has led transformative commercial and consumer st rategies across diverse markets. Ms. Mahajan played a pivotal role in the regional rollout of heat-not-burn products and spearheaded the launch of I LUMA in Japan\, a landmark initiative that delivered both exceptional cons umer engagement and strong business outcomes. Her leadership is marked by strategic foresight\, operational excellence\, and a deep understanding of consumer behavior. Today\, she drives cross-functional alignment and inno vation to accelerate the company’s vision of a smoke-free future.\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\nMs. Cecilia Siu is Director of Communications at Philip Morri s Japan\, where she leads corporate\, regulatory\, digital\, and consumer communications. Since 2019\, she has driven initiatives that strengthened stakeholder engagement and elevated the company’s public and brand narra tive. Previously\, Ms. Siu was Director of Communications\, Brand Experien ce\, and Corporate Citizenship at IBM Japan. She was responsible for corpo rate affairs\, public relations\, employee and executive communications\, and social impact programs\, shaping IBM’s voice both internally and ext ernally. Earlier in her career\, Ms. Siu held dual leadership roles in Mar keting Communications and Corporate Communications at GE Healthcare Asia P acific\, a division of General Electric. She pioneered several first-of-th eir-kind programs for GE in the region\, including the 2011 launch of the “healthymagination” initiative. She holds a BSc in Psychology from McM aster University in Canada and brings a global perspective shaped by her e xperience across multiple countries.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/scci j-luncheon-July-8.jpg CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:70@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250703T163000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250703T190000 DTSTAMP:20250609T000827Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/seminar-on-ambidexterity-and-leadership-excell ence SUMMARY:Seminar on Ambidexterity and Leadership Excellence DESCRIPTION:\nThe SCCIJ is very pleased to invite you to the upcoming "Semi nar on Ambidexterity and Leadership Excellence" co-hosted by AHK Japan\, S CCIJ\, and ABC\, so you can be sure there will be lively dialogue and a ch ance to learn about the latest energy insights and trends from all corners of Japan and around the globe. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTwo leading minds from Ge rmany - Christian Schwedler (BMW Group) and Daniel Vonier (Ex-SAP) - join AHK Japan for an inspiring cross-cultural leadership exchange. Explore how Japan and Germany are rethinking transformation in legacy industries faci ng a digital future.\n\n\n\nIn an era of constant disruption\, German and Japanese companies face shared challenges -from aging systems to pressure from tech-driven competitors - requiring fundamental leadership and organi zational transformation. The session offers two keynote impulses: Christia n Schwedler introduces the concept of "New Ambidexterity\," balancing perf ormance with innovation\, while Daniel Vonier explores "Unlearning Hierarc hy" to foster adaptive\, values-driven leadership. These expert inputs are followed by a moderated exchange that contrasts and connects German and J apanese leadership approaches. Participants gain strategic insight\, cultu ral perspective\, and actionable ideas to thrive amid complexity. The sess ion ultimately aims to ignite cross-cultural collaboration and practical t ransformation for leaders navigating today’s volatile business landscape .\n\n\n\nThe evening will be co-hosted by AHK Japan\, SCCIJ and ABC\, so y ou can be sure there will be lively dialogue and a chance to learn about t he latest energy insights and trends from all corners of Japan and around the globe. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate:Thursday\, July 3\, 2025Schedule:16:30 – 19:00Venue:AHK Japan @KS (5F)2-4 Sanbancho\, Chiyoda-ku\, Tokyo 102-00 75 (MAP)Fee:Free of charge (members only)Registration:*Deadline: June 30\, 2025\, 17:00 JST* *Members-only event.**Spots allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis.*Disclaimer:• The organizer may film and take photo graphs of this event. If you participate\, please be noted that these pict ures and videos may be used in various media. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly notify the staff at the event. • The views expressed by the speaker(s) do not reflect those of the SCC IJ as an organization.Inquiries:By e-mail to \;info@sccij.jp\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nBiography of the Speakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChristian Schwedl er is a thought leader and speaker on the topics of transformation\, innov ation and ambidextrous leadership. His new book about ambidexterity was pu blished in February 2024. As a strategist\, he also supports the BMW Group in its transformation from a mechanical engineering group to a tech compa ny. Dealing with contradictions and having the courage to change have acco mpanied Christian throughout his life. Immediately after graduating\, he t ravelled the world for 8 years\, working in Sydney\, London and Santiago d e Chile. He regularly speaks on the big stages at top congresses and gives keynote speeches at well-known companies across all industries. Homepage : Christian Schwedler – Business-Pionier für Ambidextrie &\; Leader ship\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDaniel Vonier is a seasoned leader in people and o rganizational development\, with extensive experience in executive leaders hip\, HR consulting\, and cultural transformation. His career spans leader ship roles at top global companies like SAP\, Siemens\, and Deutsche Telek om\, where he has driven large-scale talent\, leadership\, and organizatio nal change initiatives. As the founder of Vonier Advisory &\; Transform ation GmbH\, he advises organizations on leadership transformation\, perfo rmance management\, and agile organizational structures. A published autho r and keynote speaker\, Daniel combines strategic insight with a passion f or enabling individual and organizational growth. His expertise is rooted in a results-driven\, business-relevant approach\, emphasizing clarity\, s elf-organization\, and leadership excellence. Homepage: https://daniel-v onier.com/daniel-vonier/\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n&n bsp\;\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/689b 81781b73-convmitceo_header.jpg CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:68@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250626T190000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250626T210000 DTSTAMP:20250603T073444Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/clic-event-tokyo-comedy-bar-bringing-english-c omedy-to-japan SUMMARY:CLIC Event: Tokyo Comedy Bar – Bringing English Comedy to Japan DESCRIPTION:\nJoin CLIC for an evening with Fergal Daly\, co-founder of Tok yo Comedy Bar. He’ll share how stand-up comedy — a global phenomenon t hat’s still relatively new to Japan\, found a home in Tokyo’s growing comedy scene. Learn how they opened Japan’s first English-language comed y club in Shibuya\, right in the middle of a pandemic\, and what it takes to bring laughter across cultures and languages.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us on June 26th for another special CLIC series event and hear from Fergal Daly \, co-founder of Tokyo Comedy Bar\, Japan’s first dedicated English-lang uage comedy venue.\n\n\n\nStand-up comedy\, where one person stands alone with a mic and speaks directly to the audience\, has become a global pheno menon. But in Japan\, comedy has traditionally been more absurd\, physical \, and broad in appeal. Since around 2015\, Fergal and his team have been building Tokyo’s stand-up scene show by show. In 2021\, they took a majo r step: signing a lease in Shibuya and launching Tokyo Comedy Bar\, right in the middle of a pandemic.\n\n\n\nIn this talk\, Fergal will share the s tory of starting an English-speaking comedy club in a city where English i sn’t widely spoken\, and doing it during a time when live events were ne arly impossible. He’ll discuss the cultural challenges\, business risks\ , and unexpected opportunities of blending global comedy with local cultur e. And yes\, expect a few laughs along the way.\n\n\n\nSpecial thanks to M IDORI.so for venue support.\n\n\n\nDate:Thursday\, June 26\, 2025Time:19:0 0 - 21:00 (D.O.: 18:30)Location:MIDORI.so Nagatacho (2F Engagement Space)J apan\, \;〒102-0093 Tokyo\, Chiyoda-ku\, Hirakawacho 2-5-3 (MAP)Entry Fees:• Members: JPY 5\,000 or 1 SCCIJ voucher 2025• Non-members:  \;JPY 7\,000Registration:*Deadline: June 19\, 2025\, 17:00 JST.**Spots all ocated on a first-come\, first-served basis.**No-shows &\; cancellation s after the deadline will be fully charged.*About CLICCLIC is a loose orga nization of 12 smaller European Chambers of Commerce in Japan created to o rganize innovative networking events that promote the exchange of ideas be tween members. CLIC includes the Austrian Business Council and the Belgian -Luxembourg\, Danish\, Dutch\, Finnish\, Greek\, Icelandic\, Irish\, Norwe gian\, Spanish\, Swedish\, and Swiss Chambers of Commerce.Inquires:By e-ma il to \;info@sccij.jp.\n\n\n\nBiography of the Speaker\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nMr. \;Fergal Daly is an Irish software engineer who has live d in Tokyo since 2011. In 2018\, he reconnected with a long-lost dream: pe rforming stand-up comedy. What began as a hobby soon became a mission to b uild Tokyo’s English-language comedy scene. In 2022\, he co-founded Toky o Comedy Bar\, Japan’s only full-time venue dedicated to English stand-u p comedy.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \;\n \n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Visu al-CLIC-Tokyo-Comedy-Bar-resized-2.png CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:66@sccij.jp DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250624T183000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250624T203000 DTSTAMP:20250616T040339Z URL:https://sccij.jp/events/energy-industry-chamber-networking-mixer SUMMARY:Energy Industry Multinational Chamber Networking Mixer DESCRIPTION:\nThe Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (SCCIJ) i s pleased to invite you to a special networking evening organized by the A merican Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ACCJ)\, taking place on June 24.\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nMeet new colleagues from across the energy industry at our thi rd annual multinational chamber mixer! Whether you work in renewables\, en ergy tech\, policy\, government relations\, commodities\, energy project f inance\, electricity\, retail\, or any industry-related area\, this is a g reat opportunity to catch up with old colleagues and forge new connections . Last year’s event attracted over 100 participants\, so we are expandin g to a bigger\, trendier venue this year to accommodate even more attendee s. Hotel Indigo’s outdoor terrace bar overlooks Shibuya’s spectacular scenery and promises to be a great setting for this electrifying event!\n\ n\n\nThe evening will be co-hosted by a dozen foreign chambers in Japan\, so you can be sure there will be lively dialogue and a chance to learn abo ut the latest energy insights and trends from all corners of Japan and aro und the globe. \;\n\n\n\nDate:Tuesday\, June 24\, 2025Time:18:30 - 20: 30Location:Hotel Indigo Tokyo ShibuyaJapan\, \;〒150-0043 Tokyo\, Shi buya\, Dogenzaka 2-25-12 (MAP)Entry Fees:• Members: JPY 6\,900 or 1 SCCI J voucher 2025• Non-members: \;JPY 8\,000*Meal: small bites and free -flowing drinks*Registration:*The event is fully booked**Deadline: June 17 \, 2025\, 16:00 JST.**Spots allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis .**No-shows &\; cancellations after the deadline will be fully charged. *Co-hosting Chambers:Australian and New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Jap anBrazilian Chamber of Commerce in JapanCanadian Chamber of Commerce in Ja panDanish Chamber of Commerce in JapanFinnish Chamber of Commerce in Japan German Chamber of Commerce and Industry in JapanGreek Chamber of Commerce in JapanIrish Chamber of Commerce in JapanIndian Chamber of Commerce in Ja panPolish Chamber of Commerce and Industry in JapanPhilippines Chamber of Commerce and Industry in JapanSouth African Chamber of Commerce in JapanSw edish Chamber of Commerce in JapanSwiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry i n JapanSpanish Chamber of Commerce in  JapanInquires:By e-mail to \;i nfo@sccij.jp.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sccij.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Fina l-promo-slate.jpg CATEGORIES:NO COD,Upcoming Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Tokyo X-LIC-LOCATION:Asia/Tokyo BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20240624T183000 TZOFFSETFROM:+0900 TZOFFSETTO:+0900 TZNAME:JST END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE END:VCALENDAR