JETRO Spotlight #38 | Print |
Welcome to the latest edition of JETRO Spotlight USA, JETRO USA's national e-newsletter featuring the latest articles and events on our website. Each month JETRO brings you relevant and timely articles highlighting business opportunities between the United States and Japan along with updates on JETRO seminars and events.

This Month's Featured Article

Case Study: Travelzoo

Internet media company expanded global presence by opening Japan office with the help of JETRO.
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Upcoming Events

For full event information, please visit the JETRO event calendar at: www.jetro.org/events


Business Investment Opportunities in the Inland Empire’s International Green Technology Clusters
Date:Tuesday, October 28, 2008, 5:30PM - 7:00PM
Location: JETRO Los Angeles Office

777 S. Figueroa St., Suite 2650

Los Angeles, CA 90017



Inland Empire’s Green Valley Initiative Presentation: Business Investment Opportunities in the Inland Empire’s International Green Technology Clusters “Stake your Claim in California’s Green Gold Rush”
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Japan Film Reception @ American Film Market 2008 (Invitation Only)
Date:Wednesday, November 5, 2008, 6:30PM - 9:00PM
Location: Le Merigot Hotel, Courtyard Terrace (Next to Loews Hotel)

1740 Ocean Ave.

Santa Monica, CA 90401



JETRO will be hosting its 5th annual Japan Film Reception at AFM. This is a perfect occasion to network with the Japanese film industry professionals at AFM.
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Japan Booth @ American Film Market 2008 (Industry Only)
Date:Wednesday, November 5, 2008 - Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Location: American Film Market @ Loews Santa Monica Beach

1700 Ocean Ave., Hotel Room #433

Santa Monica, CA 90401



Visit us to learn the current trends of the Japanese film industry and arrange your business meetings.
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JETRO ZONE @ NAGOYA ECO CLEAN CAR FAIR ‘08
Date:Friday, November 7, 2008 - Sunday, November 9, 2008
Location: Port Messe Nagoya

Minato-ku

Nagoya, Aichi, Japan



You are invited to apply to the Invitation Program for the JETRO Zone at the Nagoya Eco Clean Car Fair ‘08. Don’t miss this unique opportunity!
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Picture Battle x Show Biz Japan (PBXSB)
Date:Saturday, November 8, 2008
Location: Egyptian Theatre

6712 Hollywood Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90028



The First Ever Reality Show Competition Specifically Designed For Japanese Filmmakers.
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JETRO Zone at the Hokkaido Technical Information & Business Exchange Fair 2008 (Business EXPO)
Date:Thursday, November 13, 2008 - Friday, November 14, 2008
Location: AXES Sapporo

3-55, 4-chome Ryutsu Center, Shiroishi-ku

Sapporo City
Hokkaido, Japan



We are now accepting applications for the "JETRO Zone Exhibit Invitation Program" at the Hokkaido Technical Information & Business Exchange Fair '08 (Business EXPO)". This program is designed for U.S. companies with an interest in establishing an office in Japan, or are currently seeking Japanese partners to establish a business in Japan.
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Secrets of Success in Japan's IT Market (Dallas)
Date:Tuesday, November 18, 2008, 8:30AM - 1:20PM
Location: Hilton Garden Inn Hotel Dallas/Richardson

1001 W. President George Bush Turnpike

Richardson, TX 75080



JETRO's second annual Japan Business Seminar in Dallas will feature Japanese VC strategies and Japan's ICT market for network, wireless and SaaS. Following the seminar, one-on-one consultations may be confirmed in advance for companies wishing to meet with the speakers privately. There is no admission charge. However, seating is limited and advance registration is required.
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Secrets of Success in Japan's IT Market (Austin)
Date:Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 8:30AM - 2:00PM
Location: St. Edward's University Professional Education Center

Echelon III - Suite 200
9420 Research Boulevard

Austin, TX 78759



JETRO's second annual Japan Business Seminar in Austin will feature Japanese VC strategies and Japan's ICT market for network, wireless and SaaS. Following the seminar, one-on-one consultations may be confirmed in advance for companies wishing to meet with the speakers privately. There is no admission charge. However, seating is limited and advance registration is required.
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Business Japanese Proficiency Test
Date:Sunday, November 23, 2008, 12:00PM - 2:45PM
Location: JETRO Atlanta Office, Univ. of Utah, JAIMS

Various

Various



Test your business communication ability in Japanese with the Business Japanese Proficiency Test.
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JETRO Zone @ SEMICON Japan 2008
Date:Wednesday, December 3, 2008 - Friday, December 5, 2008
Location: Makuhari Messe

2-1 Nakase
Mihama-ku

Chiba, Japan



Is your company thinking about taking advantage of rapidly expanding business opportunities in Japan? If your company has an interest in setting up an office in Japan or currently seeks Japanese partners to establish a business in the Japanese market, you are invited to join the Invitation Program to JETRO Zone at SEMICON Japan 2008.
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Bizmatch @ International CES 2009
Date:Thursday, January 8, 2009 - Sunday, January 11, 2009
Location: The Sands Expo & Convention Center

201 Sands Ave.
Booth #73409

Las Vegas, NV 89169



JETRO invites you to participate in a free business matching program being held during the 2009 International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas on January 8 - 11, 2009.
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