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ANZCCJ x JABCC x JNZBC - 2026 Shinnenkai
The Australian and New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ANZCCJ), is pleased to welcome members and friends to our annual Shinnenkai, held in partnership with the Japan Australia Business Co-operation Committee (JABCC) and the Japan New Zealand Business Council (JNZBC), at the Conrad Tokyo on Thursday 29 January, 2026.
Join special guests, Ms Helen Stylianou, Australian Chargé d'affaires to Japan; Ambassador HE Ms Lucy Duncan, New Zealand Chargé d’affaires in Japan; Chairman of the JABCC, Mr Michiaki Hirose; and Chairman of the JNZBC, Mr Akira Ichikawa, in raising a glass to a successful and exciting year ahead, as we enjoy a night of networking over a delicious buffet meal and fine wine provide by Vinarchy.
Also, don't miss out on our fantastic door prizes, generously gifted by our members, including:
- CONRAD TOKYO - One-night stay for two persons in a Bay View Suite incl breakfast
- PULLMAN TOKYO TAMACHI - Two-night stay for two persons in an Executive Room incl breakfast
- HOTEL INDIGO TOKYO SHIBIYA - One-night stay for two persons in a Premium Room incl breakfast / One four course lunch for two at Gallery 11
- QANTAS - 200,000 Frequent Flyer Points - equivalent to a pair of return economy class tickets from Japan to Australia or New Zealand
Date: Thursday, 29 January, 2026
Time: 18:30 to 20:30
Price: ¥16,000 for ANZCCJ/JABCC/JNZBC Members | ¥19,000 for Non-members
Venue: Conrad Tokyo, Hamarikyu room, 1 Chome-9-1 Higashishinbashi, Minato City, Tokyo 105-7337
RSVP: 18:00 on Wednesday 21 January, 2026
Note 1: Capacity limited to 200 people - this event sells out each year so get in quick to secure your tickets!
Note 2: One complimentary ticket can be used per Platinum and Gold Sponsor.
Note 3: Payment is required at the time of ticket purchase. Unpaid registrations cannot be added to the guest list. Cancellations/no-shows will not be refunded due to limited capacity.
Note 4: Please email mari.nakano@anzccj.jp with dietary requirements.
Note 5: ANZCCJ will be capturing photographs during the event, which may feature the faces of attendees. These photographs will be utilised by ANZCCJ for promotional purposes. Your presence at this event implies consent for your photograph to be taken. Should you have any inquiries or reservations regarding this matter, please contact us via email or raise your concerns at the event registration desk on the day of the event.
Australian and New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ANZCCJ)は、 Japan Australia Business Co-operation Committee (JABCC)およびJapan New Zealand Business Council (JNZBC)との共催により、2026年1月29日（木）にConrad Tokyoにて新年会を開催いたします。
オーストラリア副大使Ms Helen Stylianou;氏、ニュージーランド大使代理 Ms Lucy Duncan閣下、日豪ビジネス協議会（JABCC）会長 Mr Michiaki Hirose氏、日ニュージーランドビジネス協議会（JNZBC）会長 Akira Ichikawa氏をスペシャルゲストに迎え、
Vinarchyによる上質なワインと美味しいビュッフェを楽しみながら、ネットワーキングの夜を通じて来たる一年の成功と発展に乾杯しましょう。
また、会員の皆様からご提供いただいた豪華なドアプライズもお見逃しなく。
- CONRAD TOKYO - ベイビュースイート1泊（2名様、朝食付き）
- PULLMAN TOKYO TAMACHI - エグゼクティブルーム2泊（2名様、朝食付き）
- HOTEL INDIGO TOKYO SHIBIYA - プレミアムルーム1泊（2名様、朝食付き）/ ギャラリー11での4コースランチ（2名様分）
- QANTAS - フリークエントフライヤーポイント200,000ポイント（日本発オーストラリアまたはニュージーランド行きエコノミークラス往復航空券2枚相当）
日時： 2026年1月29日（木）
時間： 18:30～20:30
参加費：ANZCCJ / JABCC / JNZBC 会員：16,000円｜非会員：19,000円
会場：Conrad Tokyo 浜離宮ルーム
東京都港区東新橋1-9-1 105-7337
お申込み期限： 2026年1月21日 18:00まで
注意事項
- 定員は200名となります。毎年完売となる人気イベントのため、お早めのお申し込みをおすすめいたします。
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- 食物アレルギーやベジタリアン等の食事制限がある方は、mari.nakano@anzccj.jp までメールにてご連絡ください。
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ANZCCJ, in collaboration with Lendlease, Ashe Morgan, Mirvac, NAB, ANZ, SMBC, and MinterEllison and proudly supported by the Australian Embassy in Japan, invites members and guests to join us on Wednesday, 4 February 2026 for an in-depth discussion on market trends and regulatory developments in the Australian residential sector.
Against a backdrop of shifting interest rates, record-low vacancy in key markets, and a suite of new housing and planning reforms, Australia’s residential landscape is undergoing rapid change. From apartments and master planned developments to land lease communities and retirement living, the sector is seeing evolving capital flows, new delivery models, and an increased focus on affordability, sustainability, and long-term income resilience.
This session will unpack the key trends and regulatory settings shaping residential investment - including planning and zoning changes, housing policy initiatives, structuring options, and lender expectations - and what they mean for offshore investors, particularly from Japan. Through practical case studies and on-the-ground insights, speakers will highlight how Japanese capital is already partnering with Australian developers, fund managers and advisers across the full residential spectrum, and where the next wave of opportunities is likely to emerge.
This is a must-attend event for Japanese institutional investors, financiers, developers and advisors looking to access or expand their presence in Australia’s real asset markets.
Speakers include:
- Helen Stylianou - Deputy Head of Mission of the Australian Embassy in Japan
- Sally Auld - Chief Economic, NAB
- Andrew Gauci - Chairman Japan, Executive Director Development Partnerships, Lendlease
- Carla Deluca - Property Industry Specialist & Partner, MinterEllison
- Steven Hur - Chief Investment Officer, Ashe Morgan
- Bryan Howitt - Group General Manager, Wholesale Capital and Joint Ventures, Mirvac
- Balaji Vallam - Deputy General Manager & Executive Director – Head of Marketing (Australia) Japanese and Korean Corporate Banking, Asia Pacific, SMBC
- Jo Scotney - General Manager, Property & Health, ANZ
- Geread Dooley - Partner, MinterEllison
Date: Wednesday 04 February 2026 2025
Venue: Australian Embassy Tokyo 2 Chome-1-14 Mita, Minato City, Tokyo 108-8361
Time: 14:30 - 17:30 - Panel Discussion & Networking (Doors open 14:00)
RSVP: 17:00 Tuesday 27 January 2026
Cost: Free
Note #1: Capacity is limited to 100 people - tickets allocated via a lottery system on Tuesday 27 January 2026
Note #2: Photo ID (drivers’ license, passport, health insurance card, foreigner’s residence card) required for access to Aus Embassy
ANZCCJ invites members and friends to join us in celebrating International Women's Day at a special breakfast event on Friday 6 March 2026 at the Pullman Tokyo Tamachi.
Join Rionne McAvoy, President & CEO, Japan Media Services Inc., and director of The Ones Left Behind: The Plight of Single Mothers in Japan, for a fireside chat with Mayumi Nishida, Co-representative Director of Heart Full Family - a charity dedicated to supporting single mothers and fathers on their path to independence and empowering single-parent families to lead fulfilling, connected lives.
Together, our speakers will explore the 2026 International Women’s Day global theme, “Give to Gain.” This theme - rooted in the idea that progress accelerates when we uplift others - encourages individuals, businesses, and communities to take meaningful action that strengthens the collective good. The IWD movement highlights that generosity is not passive; it is a deliberate investment in advancing women’s equality.
This year, ANZCCJ has chosen to focus on single mothers and the realities of single-parent households in Japan, an issue that lies at the crossroads of gender, inequality, economic participation, and social inclusion. Rionne’s award-winning documentary The Ones Left Behind offers an unflinching look at the challenges many single mothers endure: systemic barriers, societal stigma, limited support structures, and the increasing number of women who fall into poverty despite working tirelessly. Through powerful personal stories, the film reveals how structural inequities and rigid employment norms continue to constrain opportunities for women raising children alone.
These experiences reflect core IWD principles - dignity, opportunity, representation - and underscore the urgent need to create a society where no woman is left behind because of her circumstances. By spotlighting this issue, the Chamber aims to promote awareness of an often-overlooked social and economic challenge - one that is deeply connected to Japan’s future workforce health, productivity, and community resilience. It is also an opportunity for our members to reflect on how each of us can “give” in ways that enable others, and our society as a whole, to “gain.”
The conversation will explore practical ways individuals and organisations can meaningfully #GiveToGain - through mentorship, sharing expertise, opening networks, offering resources, advocating for change, and creating opportunities - and how these commitments build long-term, sustainable impact for women, families, and society as a whole.
Speakers include
- Helen Stylianou, Australian Chargé d'affaires to Japan
- Ambassador Lucy Duncan, New Zealand Chargé d’Affaires in Japan
- Rionne McAvoy, President & CEO, Japan Media Services Inc., Director of The Ones Left Behind: The Plight of Single Mothers in Japan
- Mayumi Nishida, Co-representative Director of Heart Full Family
Sponsors include
This event is proudly supported by the following ANZCCJ Members:
- JPY 100,000 Sponsors: ASHURST • BOND UNIVERSITY • HERBERT SMITH FREEHILLS KRAMER • JLL • LENDLEASE • MINTER ELLISON • NAB
- JPY 50,000 Sponsors: COLLIERS • HORITOMI • JARMAN (DEEP JAPAN) • KBA: KOKUSAI BUSINESS ADVISORY
- Translation Services: THE MEEHAN GROUP
Door prizes
In addition, door prizes will be provided by the generous contributions from:
- PULLMAN TOKYO TAMACHI- A one-night stay in an executive room for two including breakfast
- CONRAD TOKYO - A one-night stay in a bay view room for two including breakfast
All proceeds from the event will be donated to the Heart Full Family to support their ongoing work providing comprehensive assistance to single mothers and fathers, and enabling single-parent families to thrive.
Date: Fri 06 March 2026
Time: 8:00AM - 9:00AM (Doors open at 7:30AM)
Venue: Pullman Tokyo Tamachi Banquet Room (9F), 3 Chome−1−21 Shibaura Minato-ku, Tokyo 198-0023
Price: ¥10,000 - incl. 1 raffle tickets | ¥12,000 - incl. 3 raffle tickets | ¥14,000 - incl. 5 raffle tickets
RSVP: Fri 27 Feb 2026
Note:
- Payment is required at the time of purchase of tickets. Please note that unpaid registrations will not be added to the guest list.
- No shows/cancellations will not be refunded as places are limited.
- If you have any dietary requests, please email mari.nakano@anzccj.jp by Friday 27 February 2026.
- ANZCCJ will be taking photos throughout the event, which may include the faces of guests. These photos will be used by ANZCCJ on our website and other materials. By participating in this event, we wish to let you know that your photo may be taken. If you have any questions or concerns about this, please email us or let us know at the event registration desk on the day.
The ANZCCJ Sports for Business Committee (SFB) is pleased to invite members and guests to a fireside chat and networking evening - Life After Sport: Building High-Performance Careers Beyond the Game - on Monday 09 March 2026 at Pullman Tokyo Tamachi.
Join former Australian Wallaby and Japanese Blossom player Ian Williams; former Australian Wallaby and Kubota Spears player Bernard Foley; NTT Docomo player Nick Jooste; and Jess Souchon, Head Performance Analyst at the Mitsubishi DynaBoars, for an engaging conversation with ANZCCJ Chair, Byron Frost, on one of the most significant challenges elite athletes face: transitioning from a professional sporting career into the business world.
Guests will enjoy canapés and free-flow drinks as the speakers share first-hand reflections on navigating identity change, reframing athletic strengths for corporate environments, developing new technical capability, building strategic networks, and planning long-term financial and career pathways.
Drawing on real experiences from both sport and business, the speakers will offer practical, grounded insights into how athletes can successfully reposition themselves, leverage their high-performance mindset, and build rewarding second careers beyond the field.
Date: Monday 09 March 2026
Time: 4:30PM - 7:30PM (Doors open at 4:00PM)
Venue: Pullman Tokyo Tamachi - 3-1-21 Shibaura, Minato-ku, 108-0023
Menu: Canapés and free-flow drinks
Price: ANZCCJ Members ¥8,000 | Non-members ¥10,000
RSVP: 5:00PM Mon 02 March 2026
Past Events
ANZCCJ FAHC Roundtable Discussion
Join us on Thursday, September 4th at 18:30 for an ANZCCJ Food Agriculture and Hospitality Committee (FAHC) roundtable discussion at Two Rooms Nihombashi.
This semi-structured event will explore how small and mid-sized import-focused businesses can grow in Japan, with discussion on trade barriers, market access, and cross-border collaboration. Representatives from Austrade and other industry stakeholders will be joining.
Date: Thursday 04 September 2025
Time: 6:30PM – 8:30PM (Doors open at 6:15PM)
Venue: Two Rooms Nihombashi - 2 Chome−5−1 7F Nihombashi, Chuo-ku 〒103-0027 (Takashimaya New Building S.C)
Price: ¥8,000 - Free flow drinks and canapes
Registration deadline: 5:00PM Friday 29 August 2025
Note 1: Capacity is limited to 18 people for a meaningful discussion.
Note 2: Due to the sensitive nature of some of the information and observations the event will be held under the Chatham House Rule.
The ANZCCJ extends a warm welcome to members and guests to the "Kiwi Aussie Mixer - Tokyo Edition" - a networking gem, celebrating the spirit of camaraderie and the joy of coming together.
Join us at a brand new location - YOTEL Tokyo Ginza - for this evening dedicated to honoring the sense of community, friendship, and bond shared among our Kiwi and Aussie members!
Date: Wednesday 03 September 2025
Time: 6:30PM - 8:30PM
Venue: YOTEL Tokyo Ginza 1 Chome-7-7 Shinbashi, Minato City, Tokyo 105-0004
Menu: Free-flow drinks and finger food
Price: ¥6,000
Registrations Close: 5:00PM Thursday 28 August 2025
Invitation to Tasmanian Investment Seminar
ANZCCJ member, the Tasmanian Government, invites members and friends to attend a seminar and networking event in Tokyo on the current investment opportunities in Tasmania for Renewable Energy and Critical Minerals.
The Tasmanian Deputy Premier, The Honourable Guy Barnett, and the Office of the Co‑ordinator General (Tasmanian Investment Authority) cordially invite you to join this exclusive opportunity to explore one of Australia’s most dynamic regions for sustainable investment.
Event Details:
Venue: ANA Intercontinental Hotel Tokyo, 1F Galaxy 1 Room
Date: Thursday, 27 November 2025
Time: 16:30 – 19:30
Please email cg@cg.tas.gov.au with the following details for event registration:
- Name:
- Job Title:
- Company Name:
- Department:
- Email:
- Phone Number:
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会場： ANAインターコンチネンタルホテル東京 1階 ギャラクシー1号室
日時： 11月27日（木）
時間： 16:30～19:30
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Get ready for the most vibrant and multicultural summer networking event - Summer Cocktails 2025!
This signature evening, co-hosted by 19 international Chambers of Commerce in Japan, offers a rare and exciting opportunity to connect with over 250 business professionals from a wide range of industries and nationalities, all gathered in a dynamic, cross-cultural atmosphere.
Set against 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 fiesta. It's the perfect setting for high-quality networking in a relaxed, open-air environment.
As one of the most anticipated events of the year, 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.
Co-hosting Organisations:
- Australian and New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ANZCCJ)
- American Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ACCJ)
- Austrian Business Council (ABC)
- Belgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce in Japan (BLCCJ)
- British Chamber of Commerce in Japan (BCCJ)
- Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Japan (CCCJ)
- Chilean Chamber of Commerce in Japan (CHCCJ)
- Danish Chamber of Commerce in Japan (DCCJ)
- European Business Council in Japan (EBC)
- French Chamber of Commerce in Japan (CCIFJ)
- Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Japan (FCCJ)
- German Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (AHK)
- Greek Chamber of Commerce in Japan (GrCCJ)
- Irish Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ICCJ)
- Italian Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ICCJ)
- Norwegian Chamber of Commerce in Japan (NCCJ)
- South African Chamber of Commerce in Japan (SACCJ)
- Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Japan (SpCCJ)
- Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Japan (SCCJ)
- Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (SCCIJ)
Date: July 31, 2025
Time: 19:00 – 21:30 (Doors open at 18:30)
Venue: Beer Garden Terrace (7F), Hilton Tokyo 6 Chome-6-2 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0023
Price: ¥9,000 (Members) / ¥13,000 (Non-members)
Registration & Cancellation Deadline: July 18, 12:00 PM
In case of bad weather, the event will be moved to the Ballroom on the 3rd floor.
#NOTE - Each Chamber has a limit of 15 tickets.
Connecting Asia-Pacific:
Renewable Energy Insights from Australia and Japan
Aurora Energy Research and the Australian Renewable Energy Association (AREA) invite you to a special online webinar on 31 July 2025, focusing on the renewable energy markets of Australia and Japan.
Presented in collaboration with the Australian & New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ANZCCJ), the session brings together leading voices from industry, research, and government to share timely insights and practical experience from both countries.
The event will feature dedicated market overviews for Australia and Japan, covering key trends, investment activity, and policy developments - such as Australia’s growing utility-scale pipeline and new federal incentives supporting battery adoption, alongside Japan’s energy transition strategy and regulatory landscape.
A central theme of the discussion will be cross-border collaboration, including insights into the challenges and opportunities of operating across both markets. Speakers will share lessons learned from navigating different policy environments, grid conditions, and investment landscapes - providing a valuable perspective for stakeholders working in, or looking to enter, the Asia-Pacific region.
Whether you're a developer, investor, policymaker, or energy market advisor, this webinar offers an essential update on two of the region’s most dynamic renewable energy markets - and how they are increasingly connected.
Speakers include:
- Andrew McGregor, Research Lead - Australia, Aurora Energy Research
- John Grimes, CEO, Smart Energy Council
- Kento Yoshimura, Japan Market Lead, Aurora Energy Research
- Matthew Tilbrook, Director – Project Finance, Metlen Renewables
- Martin Stollberg, Investment Director, Austrade
Date: Thursday, 31 July 2025
Time: 14:00 – 15:30 JST/15:00 – 16:30 AEST
Venue: Online
RSVP: 30 July 2025
Cost: Free
The Australian and New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ANZCCJ) Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held at the Pullman Tokyo Tamachi from 6:15PM - 7:10PM on Thursday 03 July 2025. Featuring annual reports on the Chamber's activities from ANZCCJ Chair Sally Townsend and finances from Treasurer Hirofumi Tokunaga, the AGM is open to all ANZCCJ Members who wish to attend. The AGM will be followed by Summer Networking Reception from 7:10PM - 9:00PM, which will be open to non-members.
Date: Thursday 03 July 2025
Time: 6:00 - 9:00PM
- Annual General Meeting (including 2025-2027 Executive Council Election) - Banquet Room (L9)
- 6:00PM - Doors Open
- 6:15PM - Opening Remarks - MC
- 6:17PM - Chair's Report - Sally Townsend
- 6:25PM - Treasurer's Report - Hirofumi Tokunaga
- 6:30PM - Questions from Membership - Facilitated by MC
- 6:40PM - 2024-2026 Executive Council Election - Collection of Ballots
- 6:50PM - Election Voting Closed
- 7:05PM - Election Results Announced and Closing Remarks - Craig Usmar, Executive Director
- Summer Networking Reception - Banquet Room and Platform 9 Rooftop Bar (L9)
- 7:10PM - 9:00PM - Canapes and free flow drinks
Candidates for the seven positions available on the 2025-2027 Executive Council:
- Alan Evans - Meehan Group (AU Corporate)
- Andrew John Dolan - JLL Japan (AU Corporate)
- Dean Daniels - Accor (NZ Corporate)
- Emil Gorgees - RealEstate.jp (Individual)
- Ian Scott - Atsumi & Sakai (AU Corporate)
- Marion Baillat - Paw AI (Individual)
- Philip Turner - Turner & Ikeda Associates (Individual)
- Rebecca Thorn - Hotel Indigo Tokyo Shibuya (NZ Corporate)
- Roland Thompson - Austvent Limited (AU Corporate)
- Sally Townsend - Government of South Australia (AU Corporate)
- Sam Gilbert - Club 360 (Individual)
- Teruma Naito - Ashurst (AU Corporate)
- Tom Wilson - Astris Advisory Japan K.K. (AU Corporate)
- Toshikazu Horihata - Horitomi Co., Ltd (JP Corporate)
Continuing members of the 2024 - 2026 Executive Council:
- Byron Frost - Baker McKenzie (AU Corporate)
- Lily Takegasa - McCain Foods (Individual)
- Shu Saito - Macquarie Asset Management (AU Corporate)
- Syn Yi Lee - Lendlease (AU Corporate)
- Yuzo Okuno - Rio Tinto (AU Corporate)
Executive Council Election - Background
- What is the role of the Executive Council? - The Executive Council is the governing body of the ANZCCJ, consisting of 12 Councillors. As a group, the Executive Council determines the Chamber's policies and priorities and oversees its financial affairs. The main roles and responsibilities of Executive Council members include:
- Furthering the Chamber's core mission, setting key strategic objectives and ensuring activities align.
- Helping the ANZCCJ deliver real value for its members, as well as outreach to new and potentially beneficial members.
- Being a senior representative for the ANZCCJ, attending ANZCCJ meetings and events.
- Actively participating in or chairing one or more ANZCCJ committees or working groups that deal with specific issues or initiatives, acting as a liaison between the Executive Council and that Committee/working group. This initiative will draw from the EC members' strengths and skills, align with their current profession or interests, and provide further learning and development opportunities.
- Acting as MC or moderator at events, particularly those related to the Committee with which the council member is affiliated.
- Overseeing the Secretariat's management of the ANZCCJ's operations.
- Who can become a member of the Executive Council? - All current members of the ANZCCJ are eligible for nomination to the Executive Council. According to the ANZCCJ Constitution, the Executive Council must consist of:
- at least seven (7) Councillors from companies holding Corporate Membership
- at least two (2) members of Australian companies holding Corporate Membership
- at least one (1) member of a New Zealand company holding Corporate Membership
- at least two (2) members holding Individual Membership
- The Executive Council will require at least one member holding Corporate Membership for the 2025-2027 Executive Council Election.
Voting Process
- Companies with Corporate Sponsorship and Individual members of the Chamber each have one vote with a weighted value (Platinum 4, Gold 4, Silver 4, Bronze 3, Individual 1). For example, a Platinum Sponsor company can submit one vote, which will carry a weighted value of 4. Those with Individual memberships can also submit one vote, which will carry a weighted value of 1.
- Absentee and proxy voting To ensure that the Executive Council Election reflects the wishes of our full membership base, we strongly encourage members who cannot attend to submit their votes through absentee or proxy vote forms, to be distributed to all members on Friday 20 June 2025. Please note that the absentee voting period will close at 5pm on Monday 30 June 2025.
- In-person voting - At the AGM on Thursday 03 July 2025.
- If you have any questions regarding the AGM or voting process, please contact ANZCCJ's Executive Director at craig.usmar@anzccj.jp.
Venue: Pullman Tokyo Tamachi - 3-1-21 Shibaura, Minato-ku, 108-0023 Tokyo
Price: ANZCCJ Members ¥8,000 | Non-members (eligible to attend the Summer Networking Reception only) ¥9,500
*Note: Members who wish to attend the AGM ONLY will not be charged for attendance.
Registration: By 5:00PM Monday 30 June 2025
Join an exclusive panel discussion and networking event focused on "Fast-Tracking Clinical Development Through Australia - a strategic opportunity for Japanese biopharma companies". Hear from leading Australian clinical trials service providers and a Japanese sponsor about how streamlined processes, regulatory advantages, and deep therapeutic expertise in Australia can help accelerate your drug development pathway.
This is a must-attend event for Japanese biotech and pharma leaders exploring faster, cost-effective global development routes.
Presenting Organisations:
- Jane Kelly, CEO, CMAX Clinical Research
- Yvonne Lungershausen, CEO, Avance Clinical
- Amilia Wee, Senior Business Development Manager, Agilex Biolabs
Moderator:
- Dr Juran Kato, President and CEO, Gexval
Supported by the Government of South Australia
Date: Wednesday, 25 June 2025
Time: 3:00pm – 6:00pm (Doors open at 2:30pm) - Networking will follow the event with canapes and a selection of premium South Australian wines.
Venue: Australian Embassy Tokyo - 2 Chome-1-14 Mita, Minato City, Tokyo 108-8361
Cost: Free
RSVP: 5:00pm Mon 23 June 2025
Note #2: Capacity is limited to 100 people - tickets allocated via a lottery system 6:00pm Thursday 19 June 2025
Note #3: Photo ID (drivers' license, passport, health insurance card or foreigner's residence card) is required for access to Australian Embassy. Company ID/business cards are not acceptable
Exclusive Roundtable Luncheon with Leading Australian Food, Wine and Agribusiness CEOs
Hosted by Hon. Joe Szakacs, South Australian Minister for Trade & Investment
The ANZCCJ Food Agriculture and Hospitality Committee is pleased to invite you to an exclusive roundtable luncheon featuring CEOs from some of Australia’s most prominent agribusinesses. This is a unique opportunity for direct dialogue, as these leaders seek to better understand the realities and opportunities of the Japanese market.
The luncheon will be hosted by Hon. Joe Szakacs, South Australian Minister for Trade & Investment, and will feature a specially prepared South Australian produce course by Chef Koji Fukuda.
Participating Companies:
- Balco Australia - Australia’s largest exporter of oaten hay and cattle feed
- AlmondCo Australia - Major player in Australia’s almond industry
- Macro Group Australia - Specialist in kangaroo meat exports
- Australian Southern Bluefin Tuna Industry Association (ASBTIA)
- CH4 Global | Bending the Curve with Climate Change Solutions - Innovators in methane-reducing red asparagopsis for livestock
- Wirra Wirra - Iconic South Australian winery
- Metala - Heritage wine producer
- South Australia Wine Industry Association (SAWIA)
- Prohibition Liquor Co. - Award-winning South Australian gin distillery
Date: Monday 09 June 2025
Time: 12:00PM – 13:30PM (Doors open at 11:45AM)
Venue: Pullman Tokyo Tamachi Ballroom (9F), (Map)
Admission: Free
RSVP: 5:00PM Wed 04 June 2025
Note 1: Attendance is strictly limited to 10 FAHC members.
Note 2: This is an invitation-only event.
On 03 June the ANZCCJ in collaboration with Ashurst invites members and guests to join us for an insightful and engaging event focused on the burgeoning opportunities for investment in Australia's data centre sector. Gain valuable insights and network with industry leaders as we explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the data centre sector.
This event will bring together industry leaders and experts to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and strategies in digital infrastructure investment in Australia. It offers a unique opportunity to network with key stakeholders, gain valuable insights into the investment landscape, and explore the future of data centre growth in Australia. Whether you are an investor, industry professional, or policy maker, this event will provide the chance to make connections and gain insights into the most recent trends shaping the industry.
Guest speakers to join the experts from Ashurst Australia and Japan in the Corporate Transactions, Projects and Energy Transition and Risk Advisory teams, include:
- Austrade Trade and Investment Commissioner, Kendall Draper
- Softbank Group Chief Legal Officer and Group Compliance Officer, Tim Mackey, and other leading data centre industry stakeholders
Date: Tuesday 03 June 2025
Venue: Australian Embassy, Tokyo 2-1-14 Mita, Minato-ku Tokyo 108-8361
Time: 14:30 – 17:30 Presentations, Panel Discussion & Networking (Doors open 14:00)
Cost: Free
RSVP: 17:00 Wednesday 28 May 2025
Note #1: Capacity is limited to 100 people - tickets allocated via a lottery system Thursday 29 May 2025
Note #2: Photo ID (drivers' license, passport, health insurance card or foreigner's residence card) is required for access to Australian Embassy. Company ID/business cards are not acceptable
Workforce Strategies in Japan’s Renewable Energy Sector:
Case Studies & Insights
On 22 May 2025 join ANZCCJ Sustainability Co-Chairs, Roland Thompson and Scott Robinson for a live webinar exploring workforce development strategies in Japan’s growing renewable energy sector.
Featuring legal, recruitment, and industry experts, this session will provide practical insights on talent pipelines, labor mobility challenges, and scaling clean energy businesses. Participants will hear case studies from major market players, including legal frameworks for employment and lessons on expanding operations in Japan.
Designed for renewable energy developers, industry professionals, policy experts, consultants, advisers, and new market entrants, this event will offer valuable perspectives for building the skilled workforce needed to drive Japan’s clean energy transition.
Speakers include:
- Ean MacPherson - Partner, Baker McKenzie
- Russell Cato - Managing Director, Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy K.K.
- Byron Frost - Partner, Baker McKenzie (Moderator)
Date: Thursday 22 May 2025
Time: 15:00 - 1600 JST Panel Discussion & Networking (Doors open 14:00)
Venue: Online - meeting link to be sent closer to the date
RSVP: Tues 20 May
Cost: Free
Join us for the ANZCCJ’s The Business of Space #2 seminar and networking event, shining a spotlight on Australia’s capital of space, South Australia’s dynamic space sector. Featuring expert panellists from leading South Australian space organisations, this event will explore commercial opportunities, research collaborations, and the critical role of space security in the region. Don’t miss this chance to connect with industry leaders and discover how South Australia is helping shape a secure and innovative future in space.
- Southern Launch Australia
- Myriota
- Smart SatCRC
- QuantX Labs
- Inovor Technologies
- Saber Astronautics
- South Australian Space Industry Centre - SASIC
- South Australian Government, Department of State Development
Date: Tuesday 20 May 2025
Time: 14:30 - 17:30 Panel Discussion & Networking (Doors open 14:00)
Venue: Pullman Tokyo - 9F - 3-1-21 Shibaura Minato, Tokyo 108-0023
RSVP: 17:00 Friday 16 May
Cost: Free
Note ###: Capacity is limited to 80 people - tickets allocated via a lottery system on Friday 16 May
Rivals on the field and friends off the field – Australia and Japan are kicking goals in a range of sports fora. Australia is currently delivering the ‘Green and Gold Decade’ – during which Australia will host five of the seven largest sporting events in the world. Meanwhile this year Tokyo will host two major sports events – World Athletics Championships and the Deaflympics. Events of this scale showcase and harness a nation’s sporting prowess and bring communities and countries together.
The ANZCCJ in collaboration with the Australia Japan Business Cooperation Committee (AJBCC), Australian Sports Technologies Network (ASTN), and the Australian Embassy, invites members and guests to this important panel talk and networking event providing insights into the current state of play between Australia and Japan sports cooperation, competition and the hosting of major events.
Speakers: TBA
Date: Tuesday, 22April 2025
Venue: Australian Embassy, Tokyo 2-1-14 Mita, Minato-ku Tokyo 108-8361
Time: 14:00 – 17:00 Panel Discussion & Networking (Doors open 13:45)
Cost: Free
RSVP: 17:00 Tuesday 16 April 2025
Note #1: Capacity is limited to 100 people - tickets allocated via a lottery system
Note #2: Photo ID (drivers' license, passport, health insurance card or foreigner's residence card) required for access to Australian Embassy. Company ID/business card not acceptable
「ゲームプラン ジャパン：スポーツビジネス交流 in 東京」
フィールドではライバル、フィールドを離れれば友人──オーストラリアと日本は、さまざまなスポーツの舞台で活躍し、成功を収めています。現在、オーストラリアは「グリーン＆ゴールド・ディケード（Green and Gold Decade）」の真っ只中にあり、世界で開催される7つの主要スポーツイベントのうち5つを開催する予定です。一方、東京では今年、「世界陸上選手権大会」World Athletics Championshipsと「デフリンピック」Deaflympicsという2つの大規模スポーツイベントが開催されます。このような大規模イベントは、その国のスポーツの実力を示すとともに、コミュニティや国同士をつなぐ重要な機会となります。
ANZCCJ（在日オーストラリア・ニュージーランド商工会議所）は、日豪経済委員会（Australia Japan Business Cooperation Committee (AJBCC)）、オーストラリア・スポーツ・テクノロジー・ネットワーク（Australian Sports Technologies Network (ASTN)）、オーストラリア大使館Australian Embassyとの共催で、本イベントを開催いたします。パネルディスカッションとネットワーキングを通じて、オーストラリアと日本のスポーツ協力・競争・国際大会の開催状況についての最新情報や知見を提供します。
ぜひご参加ください！
登壇者: （後日発表）
開催概要
日程: 2025年4月22日（火）
会場: オーストラリア大使館（東京都港区三田2-1-14）Australian Embassy
時間: 14:00 – 17:00（パネルディスカッション＆ネットワーキング）※開場13:45
参加費: 無料
申込締切: 2025年4月16日（火）17:00
注意事項
#1 - 定員100名（申込多数の場合は抽選）
#2 - 大使館入館時に写真付き身分証明書が必要です。（運転免許証、パスポート、健康保険証、在留カードのいずれか）会社のIDや名刺は不可となります。