EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS:
The Future of the Global Order and Disarmament: A conversation with ms. izumi nakamitsu, under-secretary-general and high representative for disarmament affairs, united nations (Wednesday, april 30, 2025 @ 8:30 PM ET / Japan: Thursday, May 1, 2025 @ 9:30 AM JST) - Registration opening soon
RECENT EVENTS
2/6/2025: Reflections on the Founding of the International House of Japan: Insights from Rockefeller & Matsumoto for the Future: Video Link Here
1/16/2025: Political Change and the Future of U.S.-Japan Relations: Video Link Here
A New Phase in North American Initiatives
On October 22, 2024, Ambassador Mikio Mori, Consul General of Japan in New York, hosted an event at his residence to mark the expansion of International House of Japan and AFIHJ activities in North America.
Ambassador Mikio Mori Hosts Event in New York City, Marking New North American Initiatives
On October 22, Ambassador Mikio Mori of the Consulate General of Japan in New York hosted a significant event at his official residence. This occasion marked the commencement of a new chapter for the International House of Japan (IHJ), focusing on broadening its North American initiatives and expanding its presence in the region. This endeavor reflects a strategic step forward, reinforcing the institution's commitment to building a free, open, and sustainable future through intellectual dialogue, policy research, and cultural exchange with a diverse world. The event highlighted the integral role the American Friends of the International House of Japan (AFIHJ) plays in the United States as a key partner of the International House of Japan.
Speakers highlighted the major geopolitical shifts taking place in the world today and ways in which the I-House, building on its 72 years of experience in cultural and intellectual exchange, is uniquely well positioned to respond and be highly relevant. Ambassador Mori indicated his deep interest in supporting the International House of Japan's role in enhancing the U.S.-Japan relationship. Dr. Kent Calder, Chair of the Board of AFIHJ, highlighted the crucial role the International House of Japan has played in U.S.-Japan relations and how the American Friends of the International House of Japan is working nationally to amplify and support its work, with a special focus on the next generation. Mr. James Kondo, Chair of the International House of Japan, noted the I-House's commitment to and investment in North America and provided details about the exciting new directions for IHJ while simultaneously preserving the traditional garden and mid-century modern building, and continuing to build the important legacy of the organization. Mr. Justin Rockefeller, grandson of John D. Rockefeller III, spoke about his family's legacy of cultural exchange to build understanding and the importance of institutions such as the International House of Japan.
The evening featured over 50 distinguished guests from throughout the United States who are passionate supporters of the International House of Japan and the important role IHJ plays in the world. IHJ and AFIHJ look forward to your support, engagement, and ideas as we develop initiatives in North America.
