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UNIQLO: From Tokyo to New York to Global Brand

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UNIQLO: From Tokyo to New York to Global Brand

April 26, 2007

Nobuo Domae, CEO of Uniqlo USA, discusses the transformations that made Uniqlo a national brand in Japan and now, with the opening of Uniqlo's flagship U.S. store in Manhattan, a global brand that offers casual clothing with a modern Japanese sensibility.

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The Konbini Are Coming! Japanese Convenience Store Culture Takes On America

April 22, 2008

A panel of distinguished business executives and scholars met at Japan Society to talk about the evolution of Japanese convenience store chains, their role in the cultural life of the communities they serve, and their impact and significance in overseas markets including the United States.

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Reflections on Sarbanes-Oxley: Lessons Learned & Implications for the Future

April 2, 2008

Michael Oxley, of Sarbanes-Oxley fame, spoke about trade, transparency, and how the Sarbanes-Oxley Act came to be.

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The U.S.-Japan Economic Relationship: Essential in a Changing World

March 27, 2008

Under Secretary of Treasury David McCormick reflected on the economic challenges, regional and global, that confront the U.S. and Japan today.

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Enforcement in the U.S. & Japan, with Lessons from the UK

February 1, 2008

A distinguished panel of experts from Japan, the U.S. and the UK gather for a discussion of civil and private enforcement.

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Hurdles & Rewards: Navigating Japan's Financial Services Market

January 23, 2008

A distinguished panel of business and academic leaders met to share their views on the risks and promise of the Japanese financial services industry today.

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Global Climate Change: Economic Implications & Opportunities for the U.S. and Japan

December 5, 2007

A distinguished panel of environmental experts met at Japan Society to explore business solutions to global warming and the challenges of sustainable development.

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Toyota Chairman Sees Local Interaction the Path Toward Global Success

November 14, 2007

Toyota Chairman Fujio Cho spoke at Japan Society to celebrate the Society's centennial, which coincides with Toyota's 70th anniversary and the 50th anniversary of the founding of Toyota's U.S. sales company.

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Nomura Chairman Ujiie Charts Roadmap for Japan’s Fiscal Recovery

November 2, 2007

Nomura chairman Junichi Ujiie shared with Japan Society his thoughts on next steps for fiscal reform and economic stability in Japan.

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Looking Inside the Hearts, Minds & Wallets of the Japanese Consumer

October 19, 2007

Debbie Howard of Tokyo-based Japan Market Resource Network (JMRN) spoke about consumer attitudes in Japan today.

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Multilateralism in Asia: Measuring Risk & Rewards for the U.S. & Japan

October 17, 2007

A distinguished panel of business and policy experts met at Japan Society to share their thoughts on the promises and perils of building regional economic alliances in Asia.

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