BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Austrian Business Council - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Austrian Business Council X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Austrian Business Council REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Tokyo BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0900 TZOFFSETTO:+0900 TZNAME:JST DTSTART:20220101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250318T173000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250318T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20250318T014723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T024222Z UID:14528-1742319000-1742328000@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:D-A-CH EXPO 2025 Networking Night DESCRIPTION:All ABC members staying in Osaka on Tuesday\, March 18\, 2025\, are warmly invited to join us for the “D-A-CH EXPO 2025 Networking Night” jointly hosted by ABC & ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA\, the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany Osaka-Kobe\, Swissnex in Japan & the Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan.\nThis event offers a great opportunity to get first hand information about the 3 pavilions of Austria\, Germany and Swizerland\, as well as connecting with fellow organizers. \nEvent Details\nDate: Tuesday\, 18 March 2025\nTime: 5.30pm – 8pm\nVenue: Swissnex in Japan\, Consulate of Switzerland\nUmeda Shimmichi Bldg. 1F\, 1-1-5\, Dojima\, Kita-ku\, Osaka 530-0003 gmap\nRegistration: tokyo@advantageaustria.org\nDeadline for registration: 17 March 2025 \nPlease note that spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nWe look forward to seeing you on 18 March 2025! URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/d-a-ch-expo-2025-networking-night LOCATION:Swissnex in Japan\, Consulate of Switzerland\, Osaka\, Umeda Shimmichi Bldg. 1F\, 1-1-5\, Dojima\, Kita-ku\, Osaka\, 530-0003\, Japan CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/S_KOGIKU_05032025_IMG_3087-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA Tokyo":MAILTO:tokyo@advantageaustria.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250305T183000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250305T203000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20250305T004341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T005416Z UID:14353-1741199400-1741206600@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:ABC Annual General Meeting 2025 DESCRIPTION:Given the EXPO 2025 Osaka starting 13 April and Austria’s Nation Day at the EXPO being on 23 May\, the ABC AGM 2025 will take place already in early March. \nThe ABC AGM is THE opportunity for us ABC members to mingle and exchange ideas about our businesses in Japan\, as well as to meet new members and reconnect with our long-standing members. \nPlease attend the AGM! Members of your Austrian headquarter\, Austrian business partner or similar who happen to be in Japan are most welcome to join!\nIf you have any questions\, please do not hesitate to contact us. \nVenue: SCeNT HOUSE Marunouchi\nNissay Marunouchi Gardentower 2F\, 1-1-3 Marunouchi\, Chiyoda-ku\, Tokyo MAP\nDate and Time: Wednesday\, 5 March 2025\, 6.30pm to 8.30pm\, doors open at 6.00pm\nParticipation fee:\nABC member: JPY 4\,500 per person\nfrom the 4th person of each ABC member: JPY 9.000\nDue to the size of the venue\, corporate members are asked to attend with a maximum of three people.\nFor individual members\, if you have a business partner / friend etc. who is planning to join the ABC\, feel free to bring him or her along.\nThank you for your understanding! \nRegistration deadline: Tuesday\, 25 February 2025\, but please register as soon as possible as places are on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nWe look forward to seeing you on site! \n \nPHOTOGRAPHY\nWe may take photographs at this event. Please note that these pictures and videos may be used in various media\, such as our website\, social networking sites\, and promotional materials. \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nDue to venue preparation\, no refunds will be made for cancellations made after 26 February 2025\, Wednesday. \n \n  \nABC Annual General Meeting 2025 – Photo Gallery\nPlease find the pictures from the event in the Photo Gallery! URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/abc-annual-general-meeting-2025 LOCATION:SCeNT HOUSE Marunouchi\, Nissay Marunouchi Gardentower 2F\, 1-1-3 Marunouchi\, Chiyoda-ku\, Tokyo\, Japan CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/Tokyo-Event-4-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Austrian Business Council":MAILTO:tokyo@advantageaustria.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250226T170000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250226T180000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20250226T030959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T024304Z UID:14464-1740589200-1740592800@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:Webinar – Transfer Pricing in Japan DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, we will provide an overview of the fundamental rules on transfer pricing (TP) applicable in Japan\, in collaboration with the Japan office of Forvis Mazars. The focus will be on highlighting the differences between Japanese regulations and internationally recognized and applied provisions. We are inviting Austrian subsidiaries in Japan as well as their Austrian parent companies to participate. Many issues arise from a lack of understanding on one of the two sides or a lack of coordination and communication between subsidiaries and headquarters. \nOur expert from Forvis Mazars Japan\, Mr. Sho Matsukizono\, will provide a general overview of transfer pricing and focus on the following topics: \n\nThe latest figures on tax penalties for violations of Japanese transfer pricing regulations\nTypical questions and discussion points with Japanese tax authorities\nBest practice examples for preparing tax audits related to transfer pricing issues\nAdvance rulings by Japanese tax authorities (so called Advance Pricing Arrangements) – Pros and Cons\nCase studies\n\nDetails & Registration \n\nDate and Time: Wednesday\, 26 February 2025\, 5pm\nWebinar Language: English\nRegistraion: HERE\nAccess Link: The link will be sent to you via email a few days before the webinar\nNote: Only registered participants will receive materials and presentation slides via email after the webinar. If you are unable to attend the webinar live\, please register anyway to receive the materials and the recording of the webinar.\n\nAbout the Speaker\nMr. Sho Matsukizono is a partner at Forvis Mazars Japan who specializes in and has practical experience for more than a decade in the field of transfer pricing (TP). \nDo you have questions or specific TP-related topics you would like to see addressed during the webinar? If so\, please let us know – a short email is all it takes! URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/transfer-pricing-in-japan LOCATION:online CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/Signature_Foto-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA Tokyo":MAILTO:tokyo@advantageaustria.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250215T090000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250215T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20240930T035023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T022533Z UID:13954-1739610000-1739653200@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:9th Inter-Chamber Ski and Snowboard Weekend DESCRIPTION:Calling all winter sports enthusiasts – get ready for the 2025 edition of our winter networking event!\nSkiers and snowboarders\, our destination again in Okushiga Kogen\, Nagano promises excitement for everyone.\nWith around 100 participants\, this is likely the largest inter-chamber winter weekend retreat in Japan.\nOrganized by foreign Chambers in Japan\, half of the attendees are usually Japanese and the other half are international guests.\nThe event is open to all winter sports enthusiasts. Whether you’re a member or not\, bring your family\, friends\, and business partners – everyone is invited! \n\nDate 15 February 2025\, race and evening awards ceremony \nVenue\nOkushiga Kogen Hotel\nOkushiga Kogen\, Yamanouchi-machi\, Shimotakai-gun\, 381-0405 Nagano\, map \nTel. +81 269 34 2034\nEasy access: Shinkansen to Nagano station\, then hop on the shuttle bus (1h30min depending on traffic and snow conditions) \nEvent flyer HERE! Please share with people you know might be interested. \nCancellation\nCancellations up to one week before the event will be refunded minus a banking fee of JPY 500. Cancellations within one week of the event date will not be refunded. \nAccommodation\nwe recommend the event hotel\, Okushiga Kogen Hotel\, but there are a number of other options. As always\, please book freely by yourself. \nThe booking informatioin for the Okushiga Kogen Hotel\, including early bird discounts are available here \n  \n\nRace tickets\n• JPY 2\,500 for Ski / Snowboard adult\n• JPY 1\,250 for under 20 years old \nAward Party\n• JPY 7\,200 for participants over 12 years old\n• JPY 4\,200 for school kids until 12 years old\n• free for Preschooler \n  \nLift Ticket\nPlease arrange yourself.\nTickets can be bought directly at the hotel for the Okushiga Kogen resort. \n  \n  \n  \nPlease note: The Okushiga Kogen resort is conveniently connected to the Shiga Kogen ski area via lifts. \nWhen purchasing lift tickets\, you can choose based on your preferences – either for the Okushiga Kogen area only or for the entire Shiga Kogen area. \nWe may film and take photographs at this event. Please note that these pictures and videos may be used in various media\, such as our website\, social networking sites\, and promotional materials. \n\nPlease find the pictures from the event HERE! \nWe are also seeking sponsors for this exciting event! \nWhether you want to be a main sponsor for the event and networking evening or contribute as a raffle prize sponsor – your support is invaluable! \nFor details\, please contact us directly at tokyo@advantageaustria.org. \nWe may take photographs at this event. Please note that these pictures and videos may be used in various media\, such as our website\, social networking sites\, and promotional materials. \nParticipating Chambers\n           \n          \n  \nThank you for sponsoring our number bib \n \n\nRaffle prizes sponsor \n \n \n  \n  \n \n\n \n           \n  \n    \n  \n  URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/9th-inter-chamber-ski-and-snowboard-weekend LOCATION:Okushiga Kogen Hotel\, Okushiga Kogen\, Yamanouchi-machi\, Shimotakai-gun\, Nagano\, 381-0405 CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/skifahren-adobestock-dell-56568292-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250112T093000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20250112T113000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20240920T000200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T053928Z UID:14057-1736674200-1736681400@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:cancelled – Ski and Snowboard Experience Yokohama – Real snow\, real fun – Networking included! DESCRIPTION:As the minimum number of participants of 15 has not been reached\, we regret to inform you that this event has been cancelled.\nPlease join us for the skiing event at Okushiga Kogen on 15 February 2025!\n************************************************************************************* \nFor the first time\, we are organising a practice session for the Inter-Chamber Ski Race. Join us for ski and snowboard traninng at an indoor snow facility in Shin-Yokohama! \nWe will start in the morning with an open ski and snowboard training session\, accompanied by Austrian pastries\, coffee and tea – practice or watch your family\, partners or children practicing while enjoying a hot drink. \nWhether you are considering taking part in the February ski competition or have already signed up\, adults and children – everyone is welcome! \nDate 12 January 2025\, Sunday\nTime: 9.30 am – 11.30 am (door open: 9:30)\nLocation: SNOVA Shinyokohama\, https://snovashinyoko.co.jp/\n1-2-43 Kajiyama\, Tsurumi-ku\, Yokohama\, Kanagawa\nT 045-570-4141 \nAccess\n20 minutes by bus from JR Shin-Yokohama Station or JR Tsurumi Station\, car parking available at the venue\nhttps://snovashinyoko.co.jp/en/info#access \nParticipation fee\nfree of charge! \nSki /Snowboard / Wear\nPlease bring your own skis\, snowboard and wear.\nIf renting\, below rental costs apply:\nJPY 2.000 for Ski / Snowboard and Wear\nJPY 1.000 for Ski / Snowboard\nJPY 500 for Wear \nRegistration deadline 15 December 2024 \nInsurance\nPlease take out your own insurance\, if necessary. \nPlease note that if the number of participants does not reach 15 participations by 15 December 2024\, the event may be cancelled this time. URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/ski-and-snowboard-experience-yokohama-real-snow-real-fun-networking-included LOCATION:SNOVA Shinyokohama\, 1-2-43 Kajiyama\, Tsurumi-ku\, Yokohama\, Kanagawa\, 230-0072\, Japan CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/aa_tourismus_DSC5344.png ORGANIZER;CN="Austrian Business Council":MAILTO:tokyo@advantageaustria.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20241211T183000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20241211T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20241211T035002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T040722Z UID:14169-1733941800-1733950800@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:Kansai ABC Christmas and End of Year Networking Event DESCRIPTION:As the year draws to a close\, the Austrian Business Community in Kansai is getting together for a Christmas and End of Year Networking Event – an opportunity to reflect on the past year\, strengthen connections\, and celebrate the festive season together! \nEvent Details\nDate 11 December 2024\, Wednesday\nTime from 6.30pm to 9pm\nVenue NORTH tRunk (6th Floor\, Grand Front Osaka North Building\, 3-1 Ofukacho\, Kita Ward\, Osaka 530-0011)\, MAP\nParticipation fee JPY 2\,500 per person\, includes light food and drinks (Austrian wine) \nABC president Masaki Suzuki\, CEO of Swarovski Japan\, will join this gathering for an exciting evening with fellow members of the Austrian business community. \nADVANTAGE AUSTRIA will update all guests on the progress of the Austrian pavilion and planned Austrian events for 2025! URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/kansai-abc-christmas-and-end-of-year-networking-event LOCATION:NORTH tRunk\, 6th Floor\, Grand Front Osaka North Building\, 3-1 Ofukacho\, Kita-ku\, Osaka\, 530-0011\, Japan CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/geschenk-AdobeStock-yanadjan-463666546-scaled.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Austrian Business Council":MAILTO:tokyo@advantageaustria.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20241206T180000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20241206T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20240919T034806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T045416Z UID:13966-1733508000-1733518800@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:ABC Advent and Year End Networking Party 2024 DESCRIPTION:The Austrian business community celebrates this time with the traditional Advent and Year End Networking Party again at Cafe Landtmann Aoyama. \nIt is that time of the year to look back and at the same time save energy for a new business year to come. \nThe event is open to all members! \nDate: Friday\, 6 December 2024\nTime: 18:00-21:00 (doors open: 17:30)\nVenue: Cafe Landtmann Aoyama\n3-11-7\, Kitaaoyama\, Minato-ku\, Tokyo 107-0061\nDress Code: Business Casual\nPreis: JPY 4.000 for ABC member – max 2 people for one ABC member\nJPY 8.500 for the third and subsequent people\nRegistration Deadline: 29 November 2024 \nWe may film and take photographs at this event. Please note that these pictures and videos may be used in various media\, such as our website\, social networking sites\, and promotional materials. \n \n  \nABC Advent and Year End Networking Party 2024 – Photo Gallery\nPlease find the pictures from the event in the Photo Gallery! URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/abc-advent-and-year-end-networking-party-2024 LOCATION:Cafe Landtmann Aoyama\, 3-11-7\, Kitaaoyama\, Minato-ku\, Tokyo\, 107-0061 CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/deko-weihnachten-adobestock-nelols-122913100-scaled.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Austrian Business Council":MAILTO:tokyo@advantageaustria.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20241113T190000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20241113T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20240918T052331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T024011Z UID:13985-1731524400-1731531600@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:CLIC – Papabubble – The Sweet Life in Japan DESCRIPTION:We are happy to announce the next inter-chamber networking event in the “CLIC” series. CLIC stands for “Creative Linking of International Chambers” and is a loose organization of 12 smaller European Chambers of Commerce in Japan (Austrian\, Belgian-Luxembourg\, Danish\, Dutch\, Finnish\, Greek\, Icelandic\, Irish\, Norwegian\, Spanish\, Swedish and Swiss). \nPapabubble has expanded globally\, with shops in various countries\, bringing a unique blend of traditional candy-making techniques and modern artistic flair to sweet enthusiasts worldwide. Papabubble Japan was established in 2005 in the popular neighbourhood of Nakano. After opening its second shop in 2012\, it has not stopped growing\, now boasting 23 points of sale\, having organized countless pop-up Candy Making Studios all over Japan\, and helping many companies to personalize their events\, adding a unique and sweet touch to corporate occasions. \nDo not miss this opportunity to learn how simple ingredients and a live candy-making experience have propelled Papabubble to sweet success in Japan. Get inspired by their journey and discover how they have captivated customers’ hearts through craftsmanship and innovation. \nEvent Details\nDate: 13 November 2024\, Wednesday\nTime: 19:00 – 21:00 (Doors open at 18:30)\nVenue: MAARKET TOKYO: 2-7-15 Kita-Aoyama\, Minato-ku\, Tokyo 107-0061\nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/k9CSReRZ3nuHd6jF7\nFee: JPY 5\,000 members / JPY 7\,000 non-members\nRegistration deadline: 6 November 2024\, Wednesday \nAbout the Speaker\nAfter graduating from university\, Hiroshi Ochi worked at Dentsu Inc. for 20 years\, primarily focusing on digital advertising and marketing. In April 2021\, he joined Gong Cha Japan as Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)\, and the following year\, he also assumed the role of Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). In April 2023\, he was appointed CEO of PAPABUBBLE JAPAN Co.\, Ltd. URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/clic-papabubble-the-sweet-life-in-japan LOCATION:MAARKET TOKYO\, 2-7-15 Kita-Aoyama\, Tokyo\, 107-0061 CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/2-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Austrian Business Council":MAILTO:tokyo@advantageaustria.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20241107T170000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20241107T180000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20240917T025516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T034329Z UID:14017-1730998800-1731002400@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:Webinar – Austria-Japan Agreement on Social Security DESCRIPTION:After several rounds of negotiations\, Austria and Japan signed their long-awaited first Social Security Agreement on January 19\, 2024. This agreement provides significant benefits to Austrian companies doing business with Japan and their employees. The agreement is expected to come into effect by the end of 2024 or early 2025\, although implementation guidelines are still under development. \nIn collaboration with the Japanese law firm City-Yuwa Partners\, ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA Tokyo is organizing a webinar on November 7\, 2024\, at 17:00 PM Japan time to present the various aspects of the agreement and highlight the benefits for companies and organizations who send their employees (including long-term expatriate assignments) to from Austria to Japan\, and vice versa. Attorney\, Ms. Sayako Tsukamoto\, will provide an overview of the agreement’s key points and answer practical questions related to everyday business operations. \nExamples of the agreement’s benefits \n\nNo additional health insurance required for short-term expatriate assignments for e.g. machinery installation\, engineering works\, training\, plant construction\, etc.\nNo longer necessary to pay pension insurances in both countrie\n\nThis new Social Security Agreement is expected to reduce the burden on Austrian companies and their employees working in Japan\, and vice versa and therefore further promotes business activities between the two countries. The agreement is also beneficial for professionals working as artists\, researchers\, etc. The text of the agreement is available in the following languages (please click the language to access the full text): GERMAN – ENGLISH – JAPANESE. \nWhat to expect in the webinar \n\nBackground and general introduction – comparison with other social security agreements\nScope of agreement – what is covered? (pension\, health\, unemployment insurance?)\nAnswers to operational questions – examples of use cases\nQ&A\n\n\nDetails\nWhen? Thursday\, 7 November\, 17:00pm Japan time (9:00 CET)\nLanguage? English\nRegistration HERE\nRegistration deadline: 6 November \nMs. Sayako Tsukamoto has been providing legal services at City-Yuwa Partners to foreign clients and their Japanese subsidiaries since 2013 in various areas of expertise\, including contract and labor law. Her practice covers the full spectrum of commercial and corporate matters\, joint venture and licensing agreements\, the establishment and termination of distribution networks\, as well as representing companies in various commercial disputes. URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/webinar-austria-japan-agreement-on-social-security LOCATION:online CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/AA-24476-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA Tokyo":MAILTO:tokyo@advantageaustria.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20241017T190000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20241017T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20240919T030928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T052841Z UID:13778-1729191600-1729198800@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:Networking evening with the European Business Chambers in Tokyo DESCRIPTION:  \nThe ABC is joining the annual “European Cocktail 2024” lead organized by the French Chamber of Commerce and Industries in Japan on Thursday\, 17 October 2024. \nThis event is a great opportunity for networking with other European Chambers\, the venue is a first for an ABC event. More than a dozen chambers are joining this event; a diverse and entertaining evening is guaranteed. \nEvent Details\nDate: Thursday\, 17  October 2024\nTime: 7.00 – 9.00 pm\nVenue: Kimpton Shinjuku\, 3-4-7 Nishishinjuku\, Shinjuku-ku\, Tokyo 160-0023\nDeadline for registration: 30 September 2024\nPrice: JPY 9.500 for ABC Member \nAny cancellation after the deadline or no-show will be charged. URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/european-cocktail-2024 LOCATION:Kimpton Shinjuku\, 3-4-7 Nishishinjuku\, Shinjuku-ku\, Tokyo\, Japan CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/Teaser.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20240924T113000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20240924T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20240529T040657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T003812Z UID:13895-1727177400-1727186400@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:Joint Event – New ways of recruiting: Leave the beaten tracks Re-shaping Japan’s Education System DESCRIPTION:Foreign companies often find Japan’s education system inefficient\, with students requiring extensive on-the-job training and top talent being less interested in foreign firms. In the competitive talent market\, it is essential to explore new recruitment strategies and invest in future leaders. \nThe ABC invites you to join this event organized by the AHK Japan in cooperation with CBI Partners Co.\, Ltd. and the Professional University of Electric Mobility Systems. Find innovative approaches to get engineers and project managers from a new type of university. After a keynote by Prof. Shimizu on a new approach to educating engineers\, a panel of experts from Japan and Europe will discuss how to develop motivated engineers and leaders in a global environment. \n\n\n\n\nVenue: The Tokyo EDITION\, Toranomon | Meeting Studio\, 2nd Fl.\nKamiyacho Trust Towerr\, 4-1-1 Toranomon\, Minato-ku\, Tokyo 105-0001\nDate and Time: Tuesday\, September 24\,  2024 | 11:30 – 14:00 (JST)\nParticipation fee: For ABC members: JPY 4.400 / for non-members: JPY 8.800\nRegistration deadline: Friday\, 17 September | 12:00 JST\nFor further information and registration\, please click here URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/cbi-lunch LOCATION:The Tokyo EDITION\, Toranomon\, 4-1-1 Toranomon\, Minato-ku\, Tokyo\, 105-0001\, Japan CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/leave-the-beaten-tracks-.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20240830T183000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20240830T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20240617T061608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T013409Z UID:13747-1725042600-1725051600@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:After Summer Reception 2024 DESCRIPTION:This year’s After Summer Reception takes place on Friday 30 August 2024! \nWe\, ABC invite you to the annual networking reception to kick off the intensive second half of the year. \nWe\, the ABC\, cordially invite you to THE annual networking event! Join us for an enthusiastic start to a promising and eventful second half of the year. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to exchange ideas with the Austrian and Swiss business community\, engage in stimulating discussions and start the exciting business fall in a pleasant atmosphere. As in previous years\, this will be a joint event with the Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan. \nWe are pleased to announce a new venue for our event: the “Drawing House of Hibiya” in central Tokyo. \nAlong with this year’s surprise entertainment\, enjoy dishes made with selected ingredients from all over Japan. \n\nVenue: Drawing House of Hibiya\nTokyo Midtown Hibiya 6F\, 1-1-2 Yurakucho\, Chiyoda-ku\, Tokyo\nDate and Time: Friday\, 30 August 2024\, 6.30 pm to 9 pm\, doors open at 6 pm\nParticipation fee:\nJPY 5.000 per person for ABC member\, up to 3 persons of ABC corporate member\, individual and almuni member only yourself\nJPY 12.000 per person from the 4th person of each ABC corporate member and non-ABC member\nRegistration deadline: Wednesday\, 21 August\, but please register as soon as possible as places are on a first-come\, first-served basis.\nCancelations after 21 August 2024 or no-shows will be charged in full. Cancellations made before 21 August will be refunded minus a transfer fee of JPY 500. \nPlease note that photographs will be taken during the event for use in marketing materials. If you prefer not to be photographed\, please let our team members know. \nProduct Sponsors: \n \nAfter summer reception 2024 – Photo Gallery\nPlease find the pictures from the event in the Photo Gallery! \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  \n  URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/after-summer-reception-2024 LOCATION:Drawing House of Hibiya\, Tokyo Midtown Hibiya 6F\, 1-1-2 Yurakucho\, Chiyoda-ku\, Tokyo\, Japan CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/After-Summer-Reception-2024.png ORGANIZER;CN="Austrian Business Council":MAILTO:tokyo@advantageaustria.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20240729T140000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20240729T150000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20240616T032516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T233545Z UID:13843-1722261600-1722265200@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:Webinar: Expo 2025 Osaka – YOUR Plattform DESCRIPTION:On July 29\, 2pm\, join ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA Tokyo and Alf Netek\, Head of the Austria Office for the EXPO 2025 Osaka\, in a webinar on how to partner with the Austrian pavilion. \nThe EXPO 2025 Osaka is less than 300 days away and Austria’s pavilion will be part of the “Designing future society for our lives” theme of the EXPO. Our pavilion will showcase innovations and achievements in business\, science\, society\, art\, and culture. \nIn our 45-minute webinar the presenters will explain the possibilities and offers for companies\, organizations and individuals with connection to Austria on how to use the Austrian pavilion. After a general presentation about the concept of the Austrian presence and the comprehensive offer of the EXPO platform by Alf Netek\, in a second part Christina Schösser\, Austrian Commercial Counsellor will provide details about the Road to Expo 2025 program and upcoming events organized by ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA in Japan and Austria. \nTake advantage of the unique opportunity the EXPO 2025 Osaka offers for the exptected 28 million visitors from inside and outside Japan. \nPlease register also\, if you do not have time to attend the live webinar. Anyone registered for the webinar will receive the link to the webinar recording afterwards. \nDate and Time: Monday\, 29 July 2024\, 2 pm\nVenue: Online\nLanguage: English\nParticipation in the webinar is free of charge\nRegistration: please email tokyo@advantageaustria.org\nRegistration deadline: Friday\, 26 July 2024 \nWe look forward to seeing you at the webinar! URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/expo-2025-osaka-your-plattform LOCATION:online CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/Imagebild.png ORGANIZER;CN="ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA Tokyo":MAILTO:tokyo@advantageaustria.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20240711T190000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20240711T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20240711T060523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T004234Z UID:13689-1720724400-1720731600@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:SOLD OUT – Joint Chamber Event – Summer Cocktail 2024 DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to announce the 2024 Summer Cocktail Joint Networking event on 11 July 2024! \nHosted at Hilton Tokyo\, this is one of the largest networking events of the year with another 13 international chambers and more than 200 guests.\nIt’s a perfect occasion to enhance your network\, connecting with industry leaders and professionals from various fields. \nEnjoy a variety of refreshments created by the culinary team at the Hilton Tokyo during the event. Guests will also enjoy a selection of beers and DIY craft gin cocktails at the Hilton Tokyo’s acclaimed ‘Beer Garden in the Sky‘. The evening is set in a vibrant open-air club atmosphere\, with a live DJ. \nPlease note that space is limited\, so secure your tickets quickly to avoid missing out on this wonderful opportunity to expand your professional network in a truly memorable setting!\nIn case of rain\, the event will be moved to the ZATTA Bar\, on the 2F and the content could suffer some modifications. \nEvent Details\nDate: Thursday\, 11 July 2024\nTime: 7.00 – 9.00 pm (doors open 6.30 pm)\nVenue: Beer garden 7F\, Hilton Tokyo\, 6-6-2 Nishishinjuku\, Shinjuku-ku\, Tokyo 160-0023\nDeadline for registration: 27 June 2024\nPrice: JPY 8.000 for ABC Member\n\n*It is on a first come first served basis. Cancellations after this date and no-shows will be charged fully. No registration will be accepted after the deadline.\n*In the case of rain\, the event will be moved to ZATTA Bar\, on the 2F. URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/joint-chamber-event-summer-cocktail-2024 CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/1-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20240618T183000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20240618T203000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20240521T005140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T004834Z UID:13647-1718735400-1718742600@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:Last Call: Energy Industry Multinational Chamber Networking Mixer DESCRIPTION:Whether you work in renewables\, energy tech\, policy\, government relations\, commodities\, energy project finance\, electricity\, retail\, or the like\, this is a great opportunity to catch up with industry colleagues or make new connections. The ABC is joining the American Chamber of Commerce for this mixer and their energy committee leaders will proactively introduce new members and guests to others around the room. Result driven networking the American way. \nSeveral other chambers will co-host the event\, discussions about directions in energy strategies and latest market insights from all over Japan and around the globe guarantee a vibrant evening. \nThe venue will be at the partially open-air Monsoon Café Omoetesand right behind the Cafe Landtmann Aoyama. The entry fee includes food and free-flowing drinks. \nThis will be a night to remember\, and space is limited\, so print a new box of business cards and sign up right away! \nDate and Time:  Tuesday\, 18 June\, 18:30 – 20:30\nVenue: Monsoon Cafe Omotesando\nAccess: Monsoon Café Omotesandō Sato Building 1st Floor\, 3-chōme-6−２６ Kitaaoyama\, Minato (MAP)\nParticipation fee for ABC Member: JPY 6\,400 incl. buffet and free-flowing drinks\nRegistration please click here. \n(Deadline is Friday 14 June) URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/joint-event-energy-industry-multinational-chamber-networking-mixer LOCATION:Monsoon Cafe Omotesando\, Sato Bldg. 1st\, 3-6-26 Kitaaoyama\, Minato-ku\, Tokyo\, 107-0061 CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/240618-Energy-Multinational-Networking.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Austrian Business Council":MAILTO:tokyo@advantageaustria.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20240603T183000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20240603T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20240509T055458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T011243Z UID:13533-1717439400-1717448400@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:Delighting Customers – Learning from European brands successful in Japan DESCRIPTION:Meet the success stories of Porsche\, Domino’s Pizza and Jera nex in Japan in the 20th edition of “Delighting Customers in Japan”. The event is lead-organized with the Belgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce in Japan.  \nKnown as one of the most challenging markets globally\, navigating Japan’s business landscape requires innovative strategies and keen insights into customer preferences.\n“Delighting Customers in Japan” has been bringing together numerous esteemed executives to share their experiences and strategies for success in this complex market. \nTo celebrate the 20th edition we will welcome the following 3 distinguished speakers: \n\nMs. Nathalie Oosterlinck\, Managing Executive Officer\, JERA Co. Inc. & CEO\, JERA Nex Limited\nMr. Martin Steenks\, CEO\, DOMINO’S PIZZA JAPAN\nMr. Philipp von Witzendorff\, President & CEO\, PORSCHE JAPAN\n\nThe presentations will be followed by a Q&A and a networking cocktail. \nPleae join this chance to gain actionable strategies for success in Japan! \nEVENT DETAILS\n \n\nDate: Monday 3 June 2024\nTime: 18.30 – 21.00 (doors open at 18.00)\nRegistration from 18.00\nPresentations + Q&A 18.30 – 20.00\nNetworking cocktail 20.00 – 21.00\nVenue: L’espace @ CCIFJ\nNihonbashi Honcho Ys Bldg. 1F\, 2-2-2 Nihonbashi Honcho\, Chuo-ku\, Tokyo 103-0023\, gmap\nFee: JPY 6\,000 members / JPY 8\,000 non-members\nincludes drinks and finger food\nDeadline for registration: Tuesday 28 May 2024\, or when seats are full.\nAny cancelation after 28 May 2024 or no-shows will be charged in full.\n\nSeats are limited to 10\, first come first served. \nWe are looking forward to seeing you at the event! URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/joint-event-delighting-customers-in-japan-20th-edition CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/6e008742-dcij-2024-visual-facebook-post.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20240531T180000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20240531T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20240531T123136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T053105Z UID:13364-1717178400-1717189200@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:ABC Annual General Meeting 2024 DESCRIPTION:The AGM is THE opportunity for us ABC members to mingle and exchange ideas about our businesses in Japan\, as well as to meet new members and reconnect with our long-standing members. \nPlease attend the AGM! Members of your Austrian headquarter\, Austrian business partner or similar are welcome to join!\nIf any questions\, please do not hesitate to contact us. \nVenue: Cafe Landtmann Aoyama\n3-11-7\, Kitaaoyama\, Minato-ku\, Tokyo 107-0061\nDate and Time: Friday\, 31 May 2024\, 6pm to 9pm\, doors open at 5.30pm\nParticipation fee:\nABC member: JPY 4\,500 per person\nfrom the 4th person of each ABC member: JPY 9.000\nDue to the size of the venue\, corporate members are requested to attend with a maximum of three people.\nFor individual members\, please join only yourself.\nThank you for your understanding! \nRegistration deadline: Tuesday 12.00\, 28 May\, but please register as soon as possible as places are on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nWe look forward to seeing you on site! \nABC Annual General Meeting 2024 – Photo Gallery\nPlease find the pictures from the event in Photo Gallery! URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/abc-annual-general-meeting-2024 LOCATION:Cafe Landtmann Aoyama\, 3-11-7\, Kitaaoyama\, Minato-ku\, Tokyo\, 107-0061 CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/0a-Setting_0050-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Austrian Business Council":MAILTO:tokyo@advantageaustria.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20240508T183000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20240508T203000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20240508T072838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T003740Z UID:13501-1715193000-1715200200@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:European chambers networking evening in Kansai – One Year to EXPO 2025 DESCRIPTION:Initiated by SwissNex\, the ABC is joining this multi-chamber networking event at the Consulate of Switzerland in Osaka. \nRegardless of whether you are new in town or have been in Japan for a while\, join us at the new office of the Consulate of Switzerland in Osaka\, Swissnex in Japan for a great networking night with members from the Swiss\, Irish and Spanish chambers. \nBased in Kansai with business interests in Austria and not yet member of the ABC? Join the ABC now to attend this event free of charge. More information about the ABC membership programs are available here: https://www.abc-jpn.net/membership \nWe also warmly encourage all companies with a presence in Kansai to forward this invitation to their colleagues in the area. \nDate: Wednesday\, 8 May 2024\nTime: 18:30-20:30\nVenue: Consulate of Switzerland in Osaka\, Swissnex in Japan (MAP)\nUmeda Shinmichi Bldg. 1F\, 1-1-5 Dojima\, Kita-ku\, Osaka 530-0003\nDeadline: 6 May 2024\nPrice: JPY 4.000 URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/kansai-chambers-apero-one-year-to-expo-2025 LOCATION:Counsulate of Switzerland\, Osaka\, 2-3-3 Shibata\, Kita-ku\, Osaka\, 530-0001\, Japan CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/KANSAI-design.png ORGANIZER;CN="Austrian Business Council":MAILTO:tokyo@advantageaustria.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20240424T190000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20240424T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20240424T044502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T032241Z UID:13482-1713985200-1713992400@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:European Chambers Networking: CLIC’s Twelfth Edition – Tetra Pak DESCRIPTION:For the twelfth installment of our popular European chamber networking serices CLIC we will have Tetra Pak’s Japan & Korea President Alejandro Cabal as a speaker. \nTetra Pak is  a  world leading food processing and packaging solutions company. Their promise\, “PROTECTS WHAT’S GOOD™\,” reflects the vision to commit to making food safe and available\, everywhere. This gathering is a great opportunity for those dedicated to sustainable practices and eager to establish new connections! \nAfter the keynote from Mr. Cabal the floor will be open for questions and networking\, accompanied by a selection of vegan delights! \nEVENT DETAILS\nDate: Wednesday 24 April 2024\nTime: 19:00-21:00 (doors open at 18:30)\nVenue: Steelcase WorkLife Tokyo showroom\nKowa Hiroo Bldg 4F (same building as the McClaren showroom)\, 5-2-32 Minamiazabu\, Minato-ku\, Tokyo 106-0047\nClosest subway station is Hiro-o on the Hibiya line\, exit 3.\nFee: JPY 5\,000 members / JPY 7\,000 non-members (incl. vegan finger food and drinks)\nRegistration: https://forms.office.com/r/LdSKXSvLx8 \n(Please choose ABC after answering question 6 with No\, I am not a member as the registration this time will be done via the IJCC). \nWe are looking forward to your participation! \nCLIC stands for “Creative Linking of International Chambers” and is a loose organization of 12 smaller European Chambers of Commerce in Japan (Austrian\, Belgian-Luxembourg\, Danish\, Dutch\, Finnish\, Greek\, Icelandic\, Irish\, Norwegian\, Spanish\, Swedish and Swiss). URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/clic-tetra-pak LOCATION:Steelcase WorkLife Tokyo showroom\, Kowa Hiroo Bldg 4F\, 5-2-32 Minamiazabu\, Minato-ku\, Tokyo\, Japan CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/Clic-TetraPack.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Austrian Business Council":MAILTO:tokyo@advantageaustria.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20240418T180000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20240420T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20240227T061718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T232457Z UID:13447-1713463200-1713614400@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:AUSTRIA CONNECT Japan 2024 DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the fourth edition of AUSTRIA CONNECT Japan 2024\, 18 – 20 April 2024! \nThe conference aims at managers of Austrian subsidiaries in Japan\, their Japanese business partners\, Austrian exporters and professionals in Japan interested in business opportunities and networking with Austrian companies. Prominent speakers from Japan and Austria will talk about business opportunities\, current and mid-term trends in the Japanese economy\, as well as specific topics such as lessons learned from five years of the EU-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement\, technology trends such as AI and the use of hydrogen energy in industrial applications\, the Japanese consumer of today\, why investing in Japan makes more sense now than ever before\, and much more. \nDate: from 18 to 20 April 2024 \n18 April 2024\, Thursday\nEvening kick-off with welcome reception at the Austrian Embassy Tokyo. \n19 April 2024\, Friday\nConference Day\, 9.00 – 16.30\, at the Palace Hotel Tokyo\nEvening reception\, 18.00 – 20.30\, at the Meiji Kinenkan \n \nTake a look at our speakers as confirmed as of today! \n20 April 2024\, Saturday\nHalf day social activity program (optional) \nProgram AUSTRIA CONNECT Japan 2024 (PDF\, 0.5MB)  \nParticipation fee\nFor members of the WKO (including subsidiaries of Austrian companies in Japan) JPY 45\,000 (EUR 300)\nFor members of the ABC\, same as for WKO members but limited to two persons for ABC corporate members and one person for ABC individual members. \nFor not for ABC and WKO members JPY 90\,000 (EUR 600) \nRegistration email to tokyo@advantageaustria.org \nInterested in showcasing your company and solutions to the conference attendees? Join us as a supporting partner and benefit from THIS perfect opportunity to present your company to business executives from Japan & Europe\, details available here: AUSTRIA CONNECT JAPAN 2024 SUPPORTING PARTNER Product partners welcome! \nIf you have any questions\, please do not hesitate to contact us. \nAustrian Embassy – Commercial Section / ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA Tokyo\n+81 3 34 03 17 77\ntokyo@advantageaustria.org \nWe are looking forward to meeting you at the AUSTRIA CONNECT Japan 2024 in April! URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/austria-connect-japan-2024 LOCATION:Palace Hotel Tokyo\, 1-1-1 Marunouchi\, Chiyoda-ku\, Tokyo\, 100-0005\, Japan CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/ACJ2024_Basic-teaser-pic-no-subtitle-no-sponsors.png ORGANIZER;CN="ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA Tokyo":MAILTO:tokyo@advantageaustria.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20240410T110000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20240410T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20240226T040704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T041352Z UID:13460-1712746800-1712757600@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:Joint Event – Artificial Intelligence-Summit – Reshaping the Future across Industries DESCRIPTION:We would like to invite you to our event “Artificial Intelligence-Summit – Reshaping the Future across Industries” on April 10 from 11:00 – 14:00 at a location in downtown Tokyo and supported by German Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (AHK Japan) and Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (SCCIJ). \nArtificial intelligence will reshape and reinvent how companies across all industries run their businesses – In many instances it will have disruptive effects from daily operations\, to production\, engineering\, research and development. \nThis summit will provide insights from three perspectives on the trends and opportunities as well as challenges and risks that can be seen with rising Artificial Intelligence applications in companies. Shaun Willock from PwC Japan will share insights derived from PwCs Global Risk Survey inter alias including changes to the risk landscape as well as how a responsible AI framework can help provide the confidence to capture the significant opportunities that AI brings. With Ken Otani from Microsoft the summit provides insights into the latest trends and technologies in AI development. This includes inter alias development trends in creating own AI applications as well as integrated AI tools within Microsoft’s sphere. Robert Neumann from at Ultra Tendency will then share insights on the impact AI capabilities have on companies on a practical level and how companies may prepare their businesses and systems to quickly absorb new technologies to come. \nAfter the presentation\, participants will have the opportunity to ask questions in a Q&A Session. The event will conclude with a networking session including some snacks and drinks for participants to mingle and network. \nJoin us for an insightful event on the latest AI-trends. \nDate\nWednesday\, April 10\, 2024\, 11:00 – 14:00 (JST) \nVenue: tbd \nSpeakers \n\nKen Otani\nExecutive Officer\, Director of Azure Data & AI Enterprise Sales Lead\nMicrosoft Japan\nRobert Neumann\nCEO\nUltra Tendency\nShaun Willcocks\nPartner / Global Risk Markets Leader & Global Internal Audit Leader\nPwC Japan\n\nParticipation fee JPY 5.000 \nRegistration HERE URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/joint-event-artificial-intelligence-summit-reshaping-the-future-across-industries CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/AdobeStock_320204412_Industrie-4.0.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Austrian Business Council":MAILTO:tokyo@advantageaustria.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20240221T184500 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20240221T203000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20240123T012219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T084030Z UID:13334-1708541100-1708547400@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:Joint Event with French Chamber – Gender Equality and Women Empowerment DESCRIPTION:The ABC is happy to join the French chamber in organizing a seminar/networking event presenting insights from the GEAC 2023 Report on gender equality and women empowerment. \nOverview of the event\nThe Gender Equality Advisory Council (GEAC) presented its recommendations at the G7 Hiroshima Summit Follow-up in December 2023\, providing concrete measures for gender mainstreaming in economic empowerment\, education\, peacebuilding\, and data\, emphasizing the best practices and actionable solutions. \nDate 21 Februay 2024\, Wednesday\nTime 6:45 pm to 8:30 pm\nTime table\n18:30 Reception and doors open\n18:45 Event starts\n19:30 Networking\, light food\n20:30 Doors close\nVenue L’Escpace@CCIFJ\, Nihonbashi Honcho YS Building 1F\, 2-2-2 Nihonbashicho 103-0023 Tokyo\nPrice JPY 4.500 for ABC Member\, JPY 8.500 for non-member\nDeadline 16 February 2024\, at 5:00 pm\nRegistration HERE \nWhen registering\, please write “ABC” in the field “Which chamber are you from” to avoid paying the noAny cancellation after the deadline or no-show will be charged. \nThe lead organiser ist the French Chamber of Commerce\, the event is co-hosted by the ABC\, the Belgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce\, the Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan\, and the Netherlands Chamber of Commerce in Japan. \nSpeaker\nSamia Jamai\nSamia\, a diversity and inclusion consultant\, is a passionate advocate for gender equality and women empowerment. In Tokyo\, Samia founded ‘Sawa\,’ a circle that serves as a bridge between academia and corporate best practices to prepare youth for gender equality in both life and work. Recognizing the significance of building a robust network and giving back\, Samia took on a leadership role with FAJ association. \nWe are looking forward to your participation! \n  URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/joint-event-towards-gender-equality-and-women-empowerment-insights-from-the-geac-2023-report LOCATION:L’espace @ CCIFJ\, Nihonbashi Honcho YS Building 2F\, 2-2-2 Nihonbashi Honcho\, Chuo-ku\, Tokyo\, 103-0023\, Japan CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/Samia-Jamai.png ORGANIZER;CN="ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA Tokyo":MAILTO:tokyo@advantageaustria.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20240217T100000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20240217T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20231016T235114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T045244Z UID:12824-1708164000-1708203600@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:8th Inter-Chamber Ski and Snowboard Weekend DESCRIPTION:We have received many applications and have reached the maximum number of customers. Registration ist now closed.\n******************************************************************************************************************************************\nAll winter sports enthusiasts – get ready for the 2024 edition of our winter networking event! \nSkiers and snowboarders – our destination in Okushiga Kogen\, Nagano will have something for everyone. \nWith around 100 participants\, this is probably the largest inter-chamber winter weekend retreat in Japan.\nOrganised by foreign Chambers in Japan\, half of the attendees are usually Japanese and the other half are foreign nationals. \nThe event is open to all winter sports enthusiasts. Members and non-members\, your family\, friends\, business partners etc.\, everyone is welcome! \nDate 17 February 2024\, race and evening awards ceremony \nVenue\nOkushiga Kogen Hotel\nOkushiga Kogen\, Yamanouchi-machi\, Shimotakai-gun\, 381-0405 Nagano\, map \nTel. +81 269 34 2034\nEasy access: Shinkansen to Nagano station\, then hop on the shuttle bus (1h30min depending on traffic and snow conditions) \nEvent flyer HERE! Please share with people you know might be interested. \nCancellation\nCancellations up to one week before the event will be refunded minus a banking fee of JPY 500. Cancellations within one week of the event date will not be refunded. \nAccommodation\nwe recommend the event hotel\, Okushiga Kogen Hotel\, but there are a number of other options. As always\, please book freely by yourself. \nThe booking informatioin for the Okushiga Kogen Hotel\, including early bird discounts are available here \n\nRace tickets\n• JPY 2\,500 for Ski / Snowboard adult\n• JPY 1\,250 for under 20 years old \nAward Party\n• JPY 7\,000 for participants over 12 years old\n• JPY 4\,200 for school kids until 12 years old\n• free for Preschooler \nLift Ticket\nPlease arrange yourself. Tickets can be bought directly at the hotel for the Okushiga Kogen resort.\nNote: the Okushiga Kogen resort is connected to the Shiga Kogen ski area via lifts.\nFor lift tickets\, choose according to your needs – Okushiga Kogen area only OR the wider Shiga Kogen area included. \nWe also need sponsors for this event! \nEither as a main sponsor for the event / networking evening or as raffle prize sponsors – we need your support!\nFor details\, please contact us directly at tokyo@advantageaustria.org. \nWe may film and take photographs at this event. Please note that these pictures and videos may be used in various media\, such as our website\, social networking sites\, and promotional materials. \nParticipating Chambers: \n \n  \n  \n      \n \n  \n  \nRaffle prizes sponsor: \n \n \n \n \n  \n  \n  \n \n \n \n  \n  \n \n \n  \n \n  \n  \n \n \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \nABC 8th Inter-Chamber Ski and Snowboard Weekend – Photo Gallery\nPlease find the pictures from the event in Photo Gallery! \n  URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/8th-inter-chamber-ski-and-snowboard-weekend LOCATION:Okushiga Kogen Hotel\, Okushiga Kogen\, Yamanouchi-machi\, Shimotakai-gun\, Nagano\, 381-0405 CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/Teaser_klein-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Austrian Business Council":MAILTO:tokyo@advantageaustria.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20231215T180000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20231215T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20231016T031847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T062451Z UID:12974-1702663200-1702674000@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:ABC Advent and Year End Networking Party 2023 DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest in our ABC Advent and Year End Networking Party. We have received many applications and have reached the maximum number of applicants. Registration is now closed.\n**************************************************************************************** \nThe Austrian business community celebrates this time with the traditional Advent and Year End Networking Party at Cafe Landtmann Aoyama. \nThe event is open to all members! \nDate: Friday\, 15 December 2023\nTime: 18:00-21:00 (doors open: 17:30)\nVenue:Cafe Landtmann Aoyama\n3-11-7\, Kitaaoyama\, Minato-ku\, Tokyo 107-0061\nDress Code: Business Casual \nWe may film and take photographs at this event. Please note that these pictures and videos may be used in various media\, such as our website\, social networking sites\, and promotional materials. \nABC Advent and Year End Networking Party 2023 – Photo Gallery\nPlease find the pictures from the event in Photo Gallery! URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/abc-advent-and-year-end-networking-party-2023 LOCATION:Cafe Landtmann Aoyama\, 3-11-7\, Kitaaoyama\, Minato-ku\, Tokyo\, 107-0061 CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/christbaum-adobestock-tab62-282162172.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA Tokyo":MAILTO:tokyo@advantageaustria.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20231120T190000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20231120T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20231007T025837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T025940Z UID:13089-1700506800-1700514000@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:Launch of the Kansai Chapter of the ABC DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate the launch of the Kansai Chapter of the Austrian Business Council (ABC)! \nMr. Philipp Gady\, Vice-President of the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber\, will host a networking evening for the Austrian business community in Kansai on Monday\, 20 November. \nDate / time: 20 November\, 7pm – 9pm\nLocation: Nakazaki-Nishi\, Kita-ku\, Osaka-shi\, OSAKA 530-0015\nDress code: business casual \nIf you are located in the Kansai Area or happen to be there on Monday\, 20 Nov.\, please contact us by mail to join this networking event: tokyo@advantageaustria.org URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/launch-of-the-kansai-chapter-of-the-abc LOCATION:BARBARA market place Grand Royal Nakazaki Honten\, 4-29\, 2 Chome Nakazaki-Nishi\, Kita-ku\, Osaka\, Osaka\, 530-0015\, Japan CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/Osaka_AdobeStock_332169414-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20231012T190000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20231012T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20231012T060310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T043024Z UID:12652-1697137200-1697144400@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:Joint Chamber Event: European Cocktail 2023 DESCRIPTION:A traditional highlight of the autumn season among European chambers is the European Joint Chambers Networking Cocktail. The lead organizer\, the French Chamber\, invites ABC members to the Institut français du Japon\, Tokyo\, on October 12th\, Thursday. \nCome and mingle with members of several European chambers in Japan\, including light food and free-flow of drinks. Enjoy the unique location\, a first for the ABC to do an event at. \nDate: Thursday\, October 12\, 2023 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm (Doors open at 6:30pm)\nVenue: Institut français du Japon – Tokyo (15 Ichigayafunagawaramachi\, Shinjuku City\, Tokyo 162-0826\, gmap)\nPrice: JPY 8.000 for ABC Members\n\nPlease register by Wednesday\, October 4\, 2023\, slots are limited\, first come\, first serves\n(Any cancellation after the deadline or no-show will be charged in full) \n \nJoint Chamber Event: European Cocktail 2023 – Photo Gallery\nPlease find the pictures from the event in Photo Gallery! \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  \n  URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/joint-chamber-event-european-cocktail-2023 LOCATION:the Institut Français\, 15 Ichigaya-funagawara-machi\, Shinjuku-ku\, Tokyo\, Japan CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/European-Joint-Chambers-Cocktail-2023-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA Tokyo":MAILTO:tokyo@advantageaustria.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20231007T120000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20231007T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20230906T044957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T051326Z UID:12759-1696680000-1696708800@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:ABC-SCCIJ Tennis Gathering & BBQ Dinner 2023 DESCRIPTION:ABC members are invited to the first ABC-Swiss Chamber (SCCIJ) jiont Tennis Gathering and BBQ Dinner event ever. \nTaking a hint from many of our members not being able to join our annual Inter-Chamber Ski and Snowboard event\, the ABC offers this similarly thrilling\, fun and family-welcome event in early October at the Shōwa-no-Mori Tennis Center in Tokyo! \nNot a fan of tennis? Simply join us for the outdoor BBQ Dinner that follows the tennis tournament. And as with our ski event in winter\, the tennis tournament is a fun experience for any member\, business partners\, his or her friends and family to enjoy. The competitive element comes second.   \n \nParticipation in tennis only or BBQ only is also possible. \n  \n\n\n\nDate:\nSaturday\, October 7\, 2023\n\n\nTime:\n •  12:00〜16:00 (Tennis)\n •  17:00〜20:00 (BBQ Dinner)\n\n\nVenue:\nShōwa-no-Mori Tennis Center (昭和の森テニスセンター)\n600 Tanakacho\, Akishima\, Tokyo 196-0014 (MAP)\n\n\nFees:\n•  ABC Members:\n– Tennis & BBQ Dinner: JPY 12\,500\n– Tennis only: JPY 4\,000\n– BBQ only: JPY 9\,000•  Non-Members:\n– Tennis & BBQ Dinner: JPY 14\,500\n– Tennis only: JPY 5\,000\n– BBQ only: JPY 10\,000\n– BBQ: Outdoors Dinner\, free-flow alcohol drinks (90 minutes)\, soft drinks.\n– It is possible to book the dinner without free-flow alcohol. Please contact the organizers for more details.Fee includes:Tennis: access to courts & facilities (changing rooms\, lockers\, showers)\, tennis balls\, refreshments\, NOT tennis rackets or shoes\n\n\nDress code:\nTennis outfit for the afternoon (no “white dress” code); casual for dinner.\n\n\n\n  \nParticipants are requested to use their own equipment or to rent some at the tennis club (prior reservation needed). Tennis balls will be provided. For equipment rental\, please see this page. \nABC and the SCCIJ reserve the right to postpone or cancel the event in part or in full due to poor weather conditions. Should that be the case\, registered participants will be duly notified. \nABC and 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 ABC and the SCCIJ website\, social networking sites\, and promotional materials. If you do not want to appear on these pictures and/or videos\, kindly notify ABC and the SCCIJ staff at the event. URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/abc-sccij-tennis-gathering-bbq-dinner-2023 LOCATION:Shōwa-no-Mori Tennis Center\, 600 Tanakacho\, Akishima\, Tokyo\, 196-0014\, Japan CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/Tennis-Gathering-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Austrian Business Council":MAILTO:tokyo@advantageaustria.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20230928T180000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20230928T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20230928T090025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T043611Z UID:12422-1695924000-1695931200@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:ABC/CLIC featuring Swarovski – Networking Event at the Swarovski Ginza Flagship Store DESCRIPTION:CLIC\, the collection of small and mid-sized\, innovative European chambers of commerce in Japan\, features Swarovski at the tenth CLIC networking event. \nGeneral Manager of Swarovski Japan\, Mr. Masaki Suzuki\, will speak about recent experiences with the Japanese market from the perspective of the globally famous consumer brand Swarovski. \nJoyful Extravagance as the topic for this event sets the mood for this networking event. \nWith ten chambers joining and a cap on attendees of totally eighty people\, please be quick to sign up for this event. \nDate/time: 28 Sept\, doors open at 6pm\, event closes at 8pm \nIf you arrive earlier\, please note that the store is operating normally in the hours before. \n \nCLIC events offer a great networking opportunity with members from many different European chambers. Participating in the tenth edition are chambers from Belgium and Luxembourg\, Denmark\, Finland\, Greece\, Island\, Netherleands\, Swiss and Spain. \nABC/CLIC featuring Swarovski – Networking Event – Photo Gallery\nPlease find the pictures from the event in Photo Gallery! \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/abc-clic-featuring-swarovski-networking-event-at-the-swarovski-ginza-flagship-store LOCATION:Swarovski Ginza Store\, JEWEL BOX GINZA 1F-2F 8-9-15 Ginza\, Tokyo\, Chuo-ku\, 104-0061\, Japan CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/B2C_BRAND_BANNERS-SAVOIRFAIRE-CH2-TIER1-SOCIAL-EYEWEAR-2-1080x1080_OF_GL_RGB.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Austrian Business Council":MAILTO:tokyo@advantageaustria.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20230908T190000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20230908T213000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20230908T011621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T020638Z UID:12647-1694199600-1694208600@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:After Summer Networking Reception 2023 DESCRIPTION:Transitions and good fortunes\, the theme for the After Summer Networking Reception 2023 hopes to inspire our members to tackle the new opportunities offered by the full return to business after the Covid-19 crisis\, the upcoming Osaka Expo 2025 and the myriad of new developments in Japan’s industry from digitalization\, new entrepreneurship\, life-sciences etc. \nThe After Summer Reception also marks a transition at Advantage Austria Tokyo and the ABC. Ingomar Lochschmidt\, the Commercial Counsellor and Head of Advantage Austria Tokyo and Executive Director of the ABC\, will hand over to Ms. Christina Schösser. \nThe event will therefore also include members from the wider Austrian Business Community and guests\, providing all our members with a great opportunity to mingle with even more business contacts. \nNote: due to repairs at our facilities\, the event will be hosted at the Roppongi Hills Club. \nDate: Friday\, 8 September 2023\nTime: 19:00-21:30 (doors open: 18:30)\nVenue: the club room I Roppongi Hills Club\nParticipation fee: JPY 6\,000 for ABC members\n(max 3 registration per ABC member\,  additionals please inform us seperately for a waiting list) \nFor any questions\, please contact tokyo@advantageaustria.org. \n  \nAfter Summer Networking Reception 2023 – Photo Gallery\nPlease find the pictures from the event in Photo Gallery! \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/after-summer-networking-reception-2023-2 LOCATION:Roppongi Hills Club\, 51F Roppongi Hills Mori Tower\, 6-10-1 Roppongi\, Minato-ku\, Tokyo\, Select a State:\, 106-6151\, Japan CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/IMG_5166.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20230707T190000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20230707T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T035315 CREATED:20230707T121246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T003507Z UID:12618-1688756400-1688763600@www.abc-jpn.net SUMMARY:Joint Chamber Summer Cocktail Networking DESCRIPTION:Join us and many other members of European chambers in Tokyo for the 2023 Joint Summer Cocktail Networking on 7 July 2023! \nEnjoy an exclusive business networking infused with the enchantment of Tanabata. Organized by the Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Japan\, in collaboration with 15 international chambers this event will be held at the Tokyo Edition\, Toranomon. Expand your connections and cultivate fruitful relationships with industry leaders and like-minded professionals from diverse backgrounds. \nLimited capacity so\, book your ticket fast before they are sold out! \nEvent Details\nDate: Friday\, 7 July 2023\nTime: 19h – 21h (Doors open at 18:30h)\nFood and drink: drinks and light food included\nVenue: The Tokyo EDITION\, Toranomon. (Pre-function space on 2F)\nPrice: JPY 7\,500 for Members\, JPY 9\,500 for Non-Members\nRegistration deadline: Wednesday\, 28 June 2023 \nParticipationg Chambers\nAmerican Chamber of Commerce in Japan\nAustrian Business Council\nBritish Chamber of Commerce in Japan\nBelgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce in Japan\nCanadian Chamber of Commerce in Japan\nFrench Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan\nDanish Chamber of Commerce in Japan\nFinish Chamber of Commerce in Japan\nGreek Chamber of Commerce in Japan\nIreland Japan Chamber of Commerce\nNorwegian Chamber of Commerce in Japan\nPolish Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan\nSouth African Chamber of Commerce in Japan URL:https://www.abc-jpn.net/event/joint-chamber-summer-cocktail-networking CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.abc-jpn.net/wp-content/uploads/Copia-de-Summer-Cocktail-2022-6.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR