The Japan-U.S. Friendship Commission (JUSFC) and The U.S. Panel of the Conference on Cultural and Education Interchange (CULCON) mourn the loss of Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States, who passed away on Sunday at the age of 100. President Carter will be remembered with admiration for his lifelong commitment to principles of […]
The Japan-U.S. Friendship Commission (JUSFC) and CULCON are deeply saddened by the passing of Shay Youngblood, a distinguished author and playwright. Ms. Youngblood was an integral part of JUSFC and CULCON, first as a U.S.-Japan Creative Artist Fellowship recipient and since 2021 as commissioner and panelist. Her insightful storytelling not only enriched the literary community […]
MEDIA CONTACT (UNITED STATES): Ms. Niharika Chibber Joe njoe[at]jusfc[dot]gov MEDIA CONTACT (JAPAN): Ms. Manami Maeda mmaeda[at]I-house[dot]or[dot]jp Five Distinguished U.S. Artists Awarded 2024-25 U.S.-Japan Creative Artist Fellowship Washington, D.C.—The Japan-United States Friendship Commission (JUSFC) and the National Endowment for the Arts are pleased to announce the selection of five artistic teams for the 2024-2025 U.S.-Japan Creative […]
**Japanese Follows English** Washington, D.C. May 10, 2024: The Japan-U.S. Friendship Commission (JUSFC) and the U.S. CULCON Panel are pleased to announce the appointment of new Chair, Mr. Charles D. Lake II. His term is effective May 15, 2024. Mr. Lake is Representative Director and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Aflac Life Insurance […]
The U.S.-Japan Conference on Educational and Cultural Interchange (CULCON) and the Japan-U.S. Friendship Commission (JUSFC) celebrate President Biden’s and Prime Minister Kishida’s commitment to the strength and longevity of the U.S.-Japan partnership. During Prime Minister Kishida’s April 2024 state visit to Washington, D.C., the two leaders recommitted to people-to-people exchanges at the national and sub-national […]
The Japan-U.S. Friendship Commission (JUSFC) extends our sincere condolences and support to the people of western Japan affected by the recent earthquake, and to those impacted by the airplane collision in Tokyo. Our deepest sympathies to all who are affected by these tragic events.
