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Upcoming Events
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 YOTEL Tokyo Ginza for this evening dedicated to honouring the sense of community, friendship, and bond shared among our Kiwi and Aussie members!
Date: Thursday, 03 September 2026
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: ¥7,500
Registrations Close: 5:00PM Thursday, 27 August 2026
The Australia-Japan Research Centre (AJRC), the official research partner of the Australian and New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ANZCCJ), is hosting the Japan Update 2026 on Wednesday 9 September, 9am–5pm AEST at the Australian National University with a simultaneous livestream for online audiences.
As Australia’s preeminent conference this complimentary event brings together leading experts from Australia and Japan to explore the current state and future of the Australia-Japan relationship - from economic, political and foreign policy trends in an era of normalisation, to the next 50 years of the bilateral relationship.
Hear from distinguished keynote speakers including:
- Koji Nakumara - Executive Director, Bank of Japan
- Professor Sawako Shirahase - Graduate School of Agricultural and Life Sciences, University of Tokyo
- Emeritus Professor Peter Drysdale - Head of the East Asian Bureau of Economic Research
- Professor Shiro Armstrong - Director, Australia-Japan Research Centre (AJRC)
Join online or in person to connect with others interested in Japan’s evolving role in the region and the world.
Date: Wednesday, 09 September 2026
Venue: Australian National University Research School of Physics, 60 Mills Road, Acton, ACT 2601 / Online
Time: 09:00 - 17:00 AEST / 08:00 - 16:00 JST (Online)
Cost: Complimentary
Conference Agenda & Registration: Click Here
Meet the winemakers behind some of Australia's most celebrated wineries as they visit Japan following the Wine Australia Japan Roadshow. Enjoy a curated selection of premium South Australian wines, paired with a light buffet, while discovering the stories, regions, and craftsmanship behind each bottle. Whether you're a seasoned wine enthusiast or simply looking for a memorable evening out, this is a unique opportunity to experience South Australia's world-renowned wine culture in a relaxed and intimate setting.
Date: Wednesday, 9 September, 2026
Time: 6:30PM - 8:30PM
Venue: Apero Aoyama 3-8-5 The City Minami Aoyama Fiore Bdg 2F Minato-ku, 107-0062
Tickets: ¥8,000
Registrations Close: 5:00PM Friday, 04 September 2026
Note: Capacity is limited to 50 people
Meet the winemakers behind some of Australia's most celebrated wineries as they visit Japan following the Wine Australia Japan Roadshow. Sample a curated selection of premium South Australian wines, enjoy a light buffet, and hear firsthand from the people behind the labels. It's a rare chance to explore the diversity, quality and character of South Australia's renowned wine regions while enjoying a relaxed evening of food, wine, and conversation.
Date: Friday, 11 September 2026
Time: 6:30PM - 8:30PM
Venue: Noku Kyoto 205-1 Okura-cho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto 604-0861
Tickets: ¥8,000
Registrations Close: 5:00PM Friday, 04 September 2026
Note: Capacity is limited to 50 people
After several years of disruption, Australia’s office sector is entering a new phase. Leasing momentum is strengthening across prime assets, return-to-office trends are stabilising, and investors are increasingly differentiating between premium-grade buildings and assets facing capital expenditure, repositioning, or obsolescence challenges. At the same time, occupier expectations continue to evolve, with workplace quality, sustainability, flexibility and tenant experience increasingly shaping demand.
For Japanese investors and corporates, understanding the practical realities of office leasing, incentives, repositioning opportunities and workplace fitout economics has never been more important.
This timely session will provide a practical and investor-focused update on the forces reshaping Australia’s office markets across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, and what they mean for landlords, tenants, developers and offshore capital.
Speakers include:
- Cameron Williams - Managing Director, Office Leasing, Colliers Australia
- Andrew Beasley - Regional Director, Office Leasing, Colliers Australia
- Ai Nakagawa - Director, Tenant Advisory, Group Leader, Occupier Services, Colliers Japan
- Russell Grady - Chief Executive Officer, FDC Construction & Fitout
- Julian Anderson - Director, Bates Smart
- Tom Faulkner - Partner, Align Property Partners
Agenda items include:
- Australian Office Leasing Fundamentals - Overview of market dynamics, rental structures, incentives, reviews, and need to know across the Australian markets
- Market Overview & State-by-State Breakdown - Vacancy rates, leasing trends and economic drivers across Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane
- New Supply, Refurbishments & Future Forecasts - Major development pipelines and co-investment opportunities
- Fitout & Design: Futureproofing the Workplace – Building design, commercial fit-out innovation and best practice for tenant attraction.
- Investment Landscape: What’s Changing in 2026? A personalised approach to investing in real estate and unlocking the highest quality investment opportunities.
- Panel Discussion: Is Now the Time to Enter or Expand?
Date: Thursday, 17 September 2026
Venue: Conrad Tokyo, 1 Chome-9-1 Higashishinbashi, Minato City, Tokyo 105-7337
Time: 14:30 - 17:30 Panel Discussion & Networking (Doors open 14:00)
RSVP: 17:00 Thursday, 10 September 2026
Cost: Complimentary
Note #1: Capacity is limited to 50 people - tickets allocated via a lottery system on Friday, 11 September 2026
Note #2: ANZCCJ members will receive priority access
The Australian and New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ANZCCJ), in partnership with the Japan Australia Business Co-operation Committee (JABCC) and Australia Japan Business Co-operation Committee (AJBCC), and supported by the Australia-Japan Foundation (AJF), is honoured to invite members and distinguished guests to a special commemorative evening celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Australia–Japan Basic Treaty of Friendship and Co-operation.
On Friday, 2 October 2026 at Meiji Kinenkan join Australian Ambassador to Japan, H.E. Mr Andrew Shearer; Japanese Ambassador to Australia H.E. Mr Suzuki Kazuhiro; Chairman of the JABCC, Mr Michiaki Hirose; and Mr Peter Grey, President of the AJBCC for this landmark gathering bringing together leaders from government, business and the broader community to commemorate five decades of one of the world’s most enduring and trusted bilateral partnerships.
Signed in 1976, the Basic Treaty of Friendship and Co-operation laid the foundation for the deep economic, political and people-to-people ties that continue to define the Australia–Japan relationship today. Over the past five decades, the partnership has evolved into one of the most significant bilateral relationships in the Indo-Pacific - spanning trade, investment, energy security, innovation, and cultural exchange.
Guests will join senior government and business leaders from across the Australia–Japan community to reflect on the achievements of the past five decades and look ahead to the future of this remarkable relationship. The evening will be accompanied by a buffet and a curated selection of premium wines from Vinarchy.
Date: Friday, 02 October 2026
Time: 18:30 - 21:00 (Doors open at 18:00)
Venue: Meiji Kinenkan - Horai Ballroom - 2-2-23 Moto-Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Price: ¥18,000 for ANZCCJ/JABCC/AJBCC - Members | ¥20,000 for Non-members
RSVP: 17:00 Friday, 25 September 2026
Format: Standing buffet reception
The event serves as a precursor to the 63rd Annual Australia–Japan Joint Business Conference, to be held in Chiba from 5 - 6 October 2026.
Notes
#1: Capacity is limited to 350 people.
#2: Platinum and Gold Members may redeem one complimentary ticket per organisation.
#3: Payment is required at the time of registration. Unpaid registrations will not be added to the guest list. Cancellations and no-shows cannot be refunded due to limited capacity.
#4: Please direct dietary requirements to [email protected]
#5: ANZCCJ will be photographing the event. Images may be used on our website and in related materials. If you have any concerns, please contact us in advance or speak with our team at the registration desk on the day.
Australian and New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ANZCCJ)は、Japan Australia Business Co-operation Committee (JABCC)およびAustralia Japan Business Co-operation Committee (AJBCC)との共催、ならびにAustralia-Japan Foundation (AJF)の支援のもと、オーストラリア・日本友好協力基本条約締結50周年を記念する特別記念イベントに、会員およびご来賓の皆様をご招待できることを光栄に存じます。
2026年10月2日（金）、明治記念館にて開催される本記念イベントにぜひご参加ください。
本イベントには、駐日オーストラリア大使 Andrew Shearer閣下、駐オーストラリア日本国特命全権大使 Suzuki Kazuhiro閣下、日豪経済委員会（JABCC）委員長 Michiaki Hirose氏、豪日経済委員会（AJBCC）委員長 Peter Grey氏をはじめ、政府、経済界、そして幅広いコミュニティのリーダーが一堂に会します。
この節目となる集いでは、世界でも最も長く、信頼関係の深い二国間パートナーシップの一つである日豪関係の50周年を記念し、その歩みをともに祝います。
1976年に締結された日豪友好協力基本条約は、現在に至るまで続く強固な経済的・政治的、そして人的交流の基盤を築きました。この50年の間に、両国の関係は、貿易、投資、エネルギー安全保障、イノベーション、文化交流など多岐にわたる分野において、インド太平洋地域における最も重要な二国間関係の一つへと発展してきました。
当日は、日豪関係に携わる政府およびビジネス界のリーダーの方々とともに、これまでの50年の歩みを振り返るとともに、今後の関係のさらなる発展について展望いたします。また、ビュッフェとともに、Vinarchy厳選のプレミアムワインもお楽しみいただけます。
日付：2026年10月2日（金）
時間：18:30～20:30
会場：Meiji Kinenkan 蓬莱の間
（東京都港区元赤坂2-2-23）
料金：¥18,000（ANZCCJ／JABCC／AJBCC 会員）｜¥20,000（非会員）
申込締切：2026年9月25日（金）17:00まで
形式：スタンディング
本イベントは、2026年10月5日～6日に千葉で開催される第63回日豪合同ビジネス会議に先立つプレイベントとして位置付けられています。
注意事項
#1：定員は350名となっております。
#2：プラチナおよびゴールドスポンサーの皆様は、1名分の無料招待チケットをご利用いただけます。
#3：お申込み時にお支払いが必要となります。未払いの場合、ゲストリストへの登録は行われません。定員に限りがあるため、キャンセルおよび無断欠席による返金はいたしかねます。
#4：食事制限等のご要望は、[email protected] までご連絡ください。
#5：当日はANZCCJにて写真撮影を行います。撮影された写真は、当会ウェブサイトや関連資料に使用される場合がございます。ご懸念がある場合は、事前にご連絡いただくか、当日受付にてスタッフまでお知らせください。
For more than fifty years, Australia and Japan have built one of the Indo-Pacific's most important energy partnerships. As both countries pursue ambitious decarbonisation and energy security objectives, the focus is rapidly shifting from policy ambition to project delivery, investment and commercial execution.
The ANZCCJ Sustainability Committee in partnership with the Ashurst, ANZ and Endgame Analytics invites members and guests to Powering the Next 50 Years: Australia, Japan & the Future of Energy Security on Wednesday, 7 October 2026 at the Conrad Tokyo.
Bringing together senior leaders from government, industry, finance and academia, the discussion will examine where the next generation of Australia–Japan energy opportunities are emerging, the barriers to commercial deployment, and how both countries can work together to finance, build and scale the infrastructure needed to deliver long-term energy security, industrial competitiveness and decarbonisation.
Drawing on recent research from the Net Zero Institute, speakers will explore the concept of an Asia-Pacific Super Energy Highway - a proposed network of renewable electricity, hydrogen, critical minerals and low-emissions industrial supply chains connecting Australia with the broader region - and what it could mean for future investment and regional energy markets.
Discussion topics include:
- The future of the Australia–Japan energy partnership in a decarbonising world
- The Asia-Pacific Super Energy Highway and its implications for regional energy markets
- Renewable electricity exports, HVDC transmission and new cross-border energy links
- Hydrogen and ammonia: scaling commercially viable low-carbon supply chains
- Critical minerals, supply chain resilience and industrial competitiveness
- Certification frameworks, carbon accounting and standards harmonisation
- Financing large-scale energy infrastructure and attracting long-term capital
- Accelerating bankable projects: the role of government, industry and investors
- Energy security, economic resilience and the next phase of Australia–Japan cooperation
Why attend?
- Hear directly from senior leaders shaping Australia's energy transition.
- Gain practical insights into emerging investment and commercial opportunities.
- Understand the policy, financing and market developments influencing future projects.
- Network with senior representatives from government, industry, finance and academia.
This event forms part of the ANZCCJ Sustainability Committee's Energy Transition Series, a growing programme of Australia–Japan dialogue exploring energy security, critical minerals, industrial decarbonisation, economic resilience and the next generation of bilateral energy cooperation.
Speakers include:
- Helen Stylianou - Australian Charge d`affaires to Japan, Australian Embassy Tokyo
- Bill Townsend - Senior Vice President, Corporate, INPEX
- Damian Dwyer - Director, External Affairs, Low Emissions Technology Australia (LETA)
- Hayato Ono - Japan Country Head, Endgame Analytics
- Professor Penelope Crossley - Sydney Law School and Net Zero Institute (NZI) member
- Peter Metcalfe - Vice President, Climate, Sustainability and Energy Policy: Woodside Energy
- Roland Thompson - Co-Chair, ANZCCJ Sustainability Committee & Senior Advisor, Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners
- Sam Maresh - Partner, Bluesphere Pacific Partners
- Stella Saris Chow - Head of Sustainable Finance, International, ANZ
- Teruma Naito - Partner, Ashurst Perkins Coie (*Moderator)
- Tomoyuki Miyaguchi - Deputy Director General, Energy Transformation Strategy, JBIC
Date: Wednesday, 07 October 2026
Time: 2:30PM - 6:00PM (Doors open at 2:00PM) - Networking follows the presentations & panel discussion
Venue: Conrad Tokyo - Hamarikyu Ballroom, 1-9-1 Higashi-Shinbashi, Minato-ku Japan 105-7337
Cost: Free
RSVP: 5:00pm Tuesday, 29 September 2026
Note #1: Capacity is limited to 100 people - tickets allocated via lottery on Wednesday, 30 September 2026
Note #2: ANZCCJ members receive priority access
Australia and Japan have long shared one of the region's most significant strategic and investment partnerships. As critical minerals become increasingly important to the global energy transition, Japanese investors, financiers and government stakeholders continue to play a pivotal role in supporting exploration, project development, processing, downstream investment and strategic offtake arrangements across Australia's critical minerals sector.
Against a backdrop of evolving regulation, geopolitical considerations and increasing capital requirements, investors are navigating a rapidly changing landscape while balancing security of supply, regulatory risk and long-term value creation.
The ANZCCJ Sustainability Committee - in partnership with Ashurst Perkins Coie - are pleased to invite you to an exclusive roundtable bringing together a select group of senior commercial and legal professionals leading Australia-Japan critical minerals transactions for a candid discussion on the legal, regulatory and commercial issues shaping Japanese investment into Australia's critical minerals sector.
The discussion will focus on issues including:
- The outlook for Japanese investment in Australia's critical minerals sector.
- Evolving investment structures, including minority investments, joint ventures, strategic alliances and integrated offtake arrangements.
- FIRB, national interest and national security considerations in critical minerals investment.
- Government policy developments in Australia, Japan and other key jurisdictions influencing investment decisions.
- Access to tenure, project approvals and development pathways.
- First Nations partnerships and community engagement as drivers of project certainty and long-term value creation.
- ESG, sustainability and supply chain considerations influencing investment decisions.
- Funding strategies for capital-intensive projects, including project finance and government support.
- Lessons from recent Australia–Japan critical minerals transactions and strategic partnerships.
Ashurst Perkins Coie will chair the discussion, drawing on the collective experience of participants to explore practical approaches, emerging market trends and lessons from recent projects and transactions. Rather than formal presentations, the session will be highly interactive, encouraging an open exchange of perspectives among peers.
Limited to a small group, the session is designed to encourage an open exchange of perspectives among peers in a confidential setting. As places are limited, we encourage you to confirm your attendance at your earliest convenience.
We hope you will be able to join us for what promises to be a timely and engaging discussion.
The roundtable will bring together participants including:
- Helen Stylianou - Australian Charge d`affaires to Japan, Australian Embassy Tokyo
- Natsuko Ogawa - Partner, Ashurst Perkins Coie
- Ratha Nabanidham - Partner, Ashurst Perkins Coie
- Carl Della-Bosca - Partner, Ashurst Perkins Coie
- Teruma Naito - Partner, Ashurst Perkins Coie
- Roland Thompson - Co-Chair, ANZCCJ Sustainability Committee & Senior Advisor, Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners
Date: Thursday, 08 October 2026
Time: 16:00PM - 18:00PM (Doors open at 15:30PM) - Refreshments and networking follow the discussion
Venue: TBA - Tokyo
Cost: Free
RSVP: 17:00PM Tuesday, 29 September 2026
Note: This is an invite-only event.
The ANZCCJ is pleased to support the Japan CCUS Summit 2026, taking place in Tokyo on 19–20 October 2026.
Held under the theme "From Blueprint to Bankable: Japan's CCUS Moment," the summit will bring together more than 600 senior stakeholders and 80 expert speakers to explore the next phase of carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) commercialisation in Japan and the broader Asia-Pacific region.
Discussions will focus on Japan's transition from policy to project delivery, cross-border CO₂ transport and storage, investment opportunities, and the development of regional CCUS infrastructure and partnerships.
As a supporting organisation, ANZCCJ members are eligible for an exclusive 15% discount on delegate passes when registering with the promotional code below.
Date: Monday, 19 October - Tuesday 20 October 2026
Venue: Hamamatsucho Convention Hall, 2-3-1 Hamamatsucho, Minato City, Tokyo 105-0013, Japa
Promotional Code: CCUSJAPAN15ANZCCJ
Further information & registration: Click Here
The Japan–Australia Sports & Health Innovation Exchange (JASHIE), in partnership with the Australian and New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ANZCCJ) and Baker McKenzie, is pleased to co-host a reception to mark the beginning of the JASHIE 2026 Japan Delegation and welcome the Australian delegation to Japan.
The reception will bring together Australian and Japanese business and government leaders, innovators, investors and industry stakeholders for an evening of networking and exchange.
It will provide an opportunity to build new connections and explore opportunities for Australia-Japan collaboration across sport, health, wellness and active lifestyle innovation, as we work together towards Brisbane 2032 and beyond.
Date: Monday, 09 November 2026
Venue: Baker McKenzie - Ark Hills Sengokuyama Mori Tower 28F, 1-9-10 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Time: 18:00 - 20:00 JST
Cost: Complimentary
Registration: Click here
Past Events
An invitation to our Food, Agriculture and Hospitality Committee members to join us on the rooftop terrace at Newzea Platform in Shibuya for a networking event and discussion between members on how the weak yen is affecting business in Japan.
Please join us for casual drinks and dinner and engaging discussion between members and also take this opportunity to meet the Chamber`s new Communications Manager – Alexandra Pozzo and the Operations Manager – Mari Nakano who recently joined us on 20th of May.
Date: Thursday 13th June 2024
Time: 18:30 – 21:00
Venue: Newzea Platform 150-0047 Shibuya 42-3 Kamiyamacho
Price: Orders direct from the restaurants menu
RSVP: 17:00 Friday 7th Jun 2024
* Note: This event is only available to recipients of this mail, and members of the ANZCCJ Food and Hospitality Committee (FAHC).
The ANZCCJ in collaboration with the CCCJ (Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Japan) and BCCJ (British Chamber of Commerce in Japan) invite you to join us for the second CPTPP CUP on May 24 at Taiheiyo Club Narita Golf Course. Golfers of all ability levels are welcome to join for a day of networking, prizes, great food and drink and plenty in the way of additional surprises!
Date: Friday, 24 May 2024
Venue: Taiheiyo Club Narita Golf Course, 240 Kawaguri, Narita, Chiba 286-0125
Schedule:
0915: Tee Time: TBD (Playing time is 5–6hrs, with players finishing approx 14:45–15:15.)
15:45: Award Ceremony
16:15-17:45: Dinner
17:45: Closing Remarks
Teams: 36 foursomes, totalling 144 players, with caddies
Format: Shotgun Start (teeing off from all 18 tees at the same time) with food and drinks at selected holes
Scoring/play style: Two-Person scramble (Using Shin-Perie Handicap); Partners (pairs) to emulate the CPTPP vision
Fees: Members of ANZCCJ, BCCJ, or CCCJ ¥27,500., Non-Members ¥29,500.
*Fees include green fee, cart, caddy, award ceremony, food and beverages
For more information, please see video highlights and the event report from the 2023 tournament !
Registration Link: Click here ! *Registrations close 10 March 2024
The New Zealand Embassy, in collaboration with the Australian and New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ANZCCJ) and the Australian Embassy, is pleased to host a casual reception in recognition of the contributions and adventures of New Zealand and Australian "returnees". As a returnee, we would love you to join us!
The alumni network is an incredibly important part of the ANZ community in Japan; you are ambassadors, mentors, and champions of the relationships between our 3 countries. We know for you too, that maintaining a link and remaining engaged with the country that you called home for even a short time, is just as important. You have made contributions and lasting legacies during your time in our countries.
We would like to keep the relationship going with our ANZCCJ Alumni Program. This will be the second gathering since we restarted the program after the pandemic, following the successful event at the Australian Embassy in September last year.
We look forward to hearing about your experiences and your opinions on how we can strengthen our international relationships, further facilitate business interactions, and help connect you with other returnees. Also, if you know of any other returnees we should be reaching out to, please do not hesitate to let us know.
- Date: Wednesday 22 May 2024
- Time: 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
- Venue: New Zealand Embassy in Tokyo (20-40 Kamiyamacho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo）
- Invitees: Returnees from New Zealand and Australia
- Fee: Free
- Includes: Canapes and drinks
ANZCCJ – Background
Since 1972, the Australian and New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ANZCCJ) has played a pivotal role in fostering commerce between Australia, New Zealand, and Japan. As an independent, non-profit organization, we are dedicated to providing our 550 members with essential information, representation, and valuable commercial connections. Our diverse community consists of Australian and New Zealand professionals conducting business in Japan, Japanese companies with economic ties to Australia and New Zealand, overseas members, and individuals maintaining business relationships between Japan and Australia/New Zealand.
Joining the ANZCCJ unlocks a multitude of benefits, including the opportunity to engage with visiting Australian and New Zealand government leaders, industry experts, and political figures. Attend enlightening seminars and social networking events that facilitate knowledge sharing and valuable experiences. Participate in conversations on pressing issues affecting your business, while also having the chance to promote your own endeavors. Additionally, members receive exclusive briefings on politics, trade, and economic developments from the Australian and New Zealand Embassies.
Importantly, joining the ANZCCJ provides unparalleled access to the ANZCCJ Committees which play active roles in representing and developing business interests in Japan. They offer returning expatriates one of the best avenues to interact, converse, and learn from inspiring individuals who are leading in their industries. The current makeup of ANZCCJ Committees is shaped by the needs and interests of members as well as the current business environment and are as follows:
(i) Food, Agriculture & Hospitality;
(ii) Sports for Business;
(iii) Technology, Innovation, Education & Research; and the
(iv) Sustainability Committee.
Complementing these committees are ANZCCJ’s SME Networking Community and Young Generation Program initiatives which provide further networking opportunities for returnees across multiple business sizes and generations.
Additionally, by becoming a member of ANZCCJ and joining our newly set up Alumni Program for Returnees from Australia and New Zealand, your contribution to the development of business between Australia/Zealand and Japan and your assistance with the young generation’s career development through the sharing of your knowledge and experience will be of immense value to help strengthening relationships between the three countries.
Note:
- If you have any dietary requests, please email us at [email protected] by Wednesday 15 May 2024.
- ANZCCJ will be taking photos throughout the event, which may include faces of guests. These photos will be used by ANZCCJ on our website and other material. 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 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.
Save the date, 6:00PM - 8:00PM, Thursday 16 May at the Hotel Indigo Tokyo Shibuya, for this gathering offering an ideal platform to cultivate meaningful connections, partake in casual conversations, and broaden your network in a relaxed atmosphere.
Join us for this evening dedicated to honoring the sense of community, friendship, and bond shared among our Kiwi and Aussie members!
Date: Thursday 16 May 2024
Time: 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Venue: Hotel Indigo Tokyo Shibuya 2-25-12 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, 150-0043 (Map) - Bar Lounge - 11F
Menu: Free-flow drinks and finger food
Price: ANZCCJ Members ¥6,000 / Non-Members ¥8,000
Registrations Close: 5:00PM Monday 13 May 2024
ANZCCJ, in collaboration with Dexus, invites members and guests to join us on 14 May 2024, for an insightful discussion on the burgeoning opportunities in the Australian real assets market.
Driven by a growing population and major public infrastructure spend, Australia has one of the highest economic growth rates forecasted of the advanced economies. Join an insights-led discussion on the supply and demand drivers creating increasing investment for Australian real assets from office to healthcare, housing, retail, industrial and infrastructure.
This event will delve into what makes Australia an attractive place for capital, from its transparent real estate market, low sovereign risk and transparent, legal framework, economic resilience and low government debt. Importantly, a look at how the rubber hits the road with real insight on how deals between Japanese and Australian organizations have been successfully executed will be presented.
Speakers include:
- Peter Roberts OAM - Deputy Head of Mission of the Australian Embassy in Japan
- Elizabeth Cox - Minister (Commercial), Australian Embassy and General Manager, North East Asia, Austrade
- Deborah Coakley - Chief Executive, Funds Management, Dexus
- Michael Bessell - Executive General Manager Infrastructure, Dexus
- Andrew Gauci - Head of Country, Japan & Head of Data Infrastructure Asia, Lendlease
- Atsushi Morimoto - General Manager, Asia & Pacific, EMEA & Americas, Global Advisory Department, SMBC
- Steven Hur - Managing Director, Head of Funds Management, Ashe Morgan
- Noboru Hirabayashi - Head of Investment Banking, Japan, CBRE
Date: Tuesday 14 May 2024
Venue: Conrad Tokyo, 1 Chome-9-1 Higashishinbashi, Minato City, Tokyo 105-7337
RSVP: 17:00 Thursday 09 May 2024
Time: 14:30 - 17:30 Panel Discussion & Networking
Cost: Free
Note ###: Capacity is limited to 80 people - tickets allocated via a lottery system on Friday 10 May 2024
On the 10 May 2024 the ANZCCJ will be collaborating with the Tokyo American Club to host their long running `First Friday` with an Australian theme.
These `First Friday` events are a hallmark of the Tokyo American Club's (TAC) vibrant hub of international exchange where typically 350-400 members and guests from their community of more than 3,700 members come together for a fun filled evening of food, wine and prizes.
This month‘s`Aussie Adventure‘ First Friday is designed to showcase the very best Australia has on offer especially in the way of food and beverage and presents an excellent platform for fostering meaningful connections, engaging in casual conversations, and expanding networks in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere.
Date: Friday 10 May 2024
Time: 19:00 - 21:00
Venue: Tokyo American Club 2-1-2 Azabudai, Minato-ku Tokyo 106-8649 access map
Cost: JPY8,250
RSVP: 17:00 Monday 06 May 2024
Note #1: Capacity is strictly limited to 25 people - tickets allocated via a lottery system on 07 May 2024
Note #2: No under-20s
Note #3: No smoking
Note #4: ANZCCJ Members are not allowed to enter other parts of the Club and must adhere to Club rules.
Note #5: ***Duel TAC Club Members (and their guests) are encouraged to sign up directly here ***
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.
Save the date, 6:00PM - 8:00PM, Wednesday 17 April at the Hotel Indigo Tokyo Shibuya, for this gathering offering an ideal platform to cultivate meaningful connections, partake in casual conversations, and broaden your network in a relaxed atmosphere.
Join us for this evening dedicated to honoring the sense of community, friendship, and bond shared among our Kiwi and Aussie members!
Date: Wednesday 17 April 2024
Time: 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Venue: Hotel Indigo Tokyo Shibuya 2-25-12 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, 150-0043 (Map) - Bar Lounge - 11F
Menu: Free-flow drinks and finger food
Price: ¥6,000
Registrations Close: 5:00PM Friday 12 April 2024
Japan Australia Investment Report 2023 – Partners in Prosperity: Latest trends in Japan-Australia M&A
ANZCCJ invites members and guests to an exclusive launch of Herbert Smith Freehills’ latest report Japan-Australia Investment Report 2023: Partners in Prosperity.
Japanese cross-border M&A into Australia was very strong in 2023 with over 50 M&A deals and 38 new partnerships in 2023. Australia is regarded as an attractive non-US destination as it is a stable market and encouraging of Japanese investment. Active sectors included energy, innovation, real estate and decarbonisation.
There were several major energy-related transactions, major B2C acquisitions (Kirin, 7-Eleven and Kao) which highlight attractiveness of the Australian domestic consumer market and the continuation of acquisitions of technology / BioTech companies by Fujifilm, Otsuka Pharmaceutical, Nissui, Fujitsu, Angel Group, Komatsu, Hitachi, MUFG and Softbank Robotics. Some of the most notable M&A transactions involving Japanese companies in 2023 included:
- Kirin’s $1.9 billion takeover of ASX-Listed Blackmores, a vitamins and supplements producer.
- Seven-I Holdings’ (7-Eleven Japan) $1.71 billion acquisition (together with the US arm of 7-Eleven) of 7-Eleven Australia, which operates 750 convenience stores.
- Mitsubishi Corporation and BHP’s US$3.2 billion sale of the Daunia and Blackwater metallurgical coal mines in Queensland to Whitehaven Coal.
- Mitsubishi UFJ Trust Bank’s $1.2 billion takeover of ASX-listed Link Group, a superannuation and share registry administrator.
- LNG Japan’s US$880 million acquisition from Woodside Energy of a 10% interest in the Scarborough LNG Project.
Joined by speakers from Austrade and JETRO, our M&A experts will analyse the background to the strengthening of, as well as the opportunities and implications for the growth of, Japanese investment in Australia. You will hear from M&A specialists from Australia and Japan who are active in advising Japanese corporates in cross-border transactions.
Speakers:
- Sally Townsend (Chair, Australian and New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ANZCCJ))
- Elizabeth Cox (General Manager (North East Asia), Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) and Minister (Commercial) at the Australian Embassy Japan)
- Taku Miyazaki (Director, Investment and Alliance Division, Innovation Department, Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO))
- Ian Williams (Senior Adviser, Herbert Smith Freehills, Sydney / Brisbane)
- Damien Roberts (Partner, Herbert Smith Freehills, Sydney)
Date: Tuesday 16 April 2024
Time: 15:00 – 17:00 (registration from 14:30)
Location: Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC), 9th Floor Auditorium 1-4-1 Otemachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Sponsored by: Herbert Smith Freehills GJBJ, ANZCCJ, and Japan Institute for Overseas Investment (JOI)
Supported by: Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC)
Language: English / Mr Miyazaki of JETRO's session will be given in Japanese (without interpretation)
Fee: Complimentary
RSVP: 1700PM Wed 10 April 2024
Note #1: ** Capacity is limited to 20 people - tickets allocated via a lottery system on 12 April 2024
日豪投資報告2023－共存共栄のためのパートナーとして：日本企業による豪州M&Aマーケット最新動向
ANZCCJ は、ハーバート・スミス・フリーヒルズ社の最新報告書 「日豪投資報告書 2023: 繁栄のパートナー」の発表会に会員およびゲストの皆様をご招待いたします。
2023年は、日本企業による対豪州のクロスボーダーM&Aが非常に活発に行われた年でした。案件総数は50を超え、38件の新規のパートナーシップ事業が誕生しました。特にエネルギー、イノベーション、不動産および脱炭素の領域でM&Aが活発でした。オーストラリアは安定性が高く親日的な市場であるため、米国以外の投資先として高い関心が寄せられています。
昨年は大型のエネルギー関連取引のほか、B2Cの事業を展開している会社による大規模な買収案件（キリン、セブンイレブン、花王）もあり、オーストラリアの国内消費者市場の魅力の大きさを物語っています。また、富士フィルムや大塚製薬、ニッスイ、富士通、エンゼルグループ、小松製作所、日立製作所、三菱UFJ銀行およびソフトバンクロボティクスによるテクノロジーやバイオテック企業の買収も行われました。
2023年に行われた日本企業によるM&A取引で特に注目されたものは以下の通りです。
- キリンホールディングス：オーストラリアの健康食品メーカーでありオーストラリア証券取引所（ASX）上場企業のBlackmores社を19億豪ドル（約1,700億円）で取得。
- セブン&アイ・ホールディングス：オーストラリアで750店ものコンビニエンスストアを運営する7-Eleven Australia社を（米セブン-イレブンと共に）17.1億豪ドル（約1700億円）で取得。
- 三菱商事：BHP三菱アライアンス（BMA）社を通じてQLD州で操業するDaunia炭鉱及びBlackwater炭鉱を豪Whitehaven Coal社に32億米ドル（約4,760億円）にて売却。
- 三菱UFJ信託銀行：豪年金管理大手でありASX上場企業のLink Administration Holdings Limited社の株式を11億豪ドル（約1050億円）にて取得。
- エルエヌジージャパン株式会社：豪州最大手のエネルギー会社であるWoodside Energy Group Ltdの子会社との間で、豪州Scarborough田開発プロジェクトに参画するため、同ガス田権益の10%を取得することを定めた権益売買契約を締結。
本セミナーでは、オーストラリア貿易投資促進庁（オーストレード）およびジェトロからスピーカーを招聘し、日本企業にクロスボーダー取引について頻繁に助言を提供しているハーバート・スミス・フリーヒルズのM&Aのスペシャリストたちと共に、日本企業による対豪州投資の増加の背景事情と、今後の投資機会の展望について考察します。
プレゼンター:
- サリー・タウンゼンド（在日オーストラリア・ニュージーランド商工会議所会頭）
- エリザベス・コックス（オーストラリア貿易投資促進庁（オーストレード）北東アジア統括ジェネラル・マネージャー東京事 務所代表およびオーストラリア大使館公使（商務））
- 宮﨑 拓（日本貿易振興機構（ジェトロ）、イノベーション部ビジネスデベロップメント課長）
- イアン･ウィリアムズ（ハーバート・スミス・フリーヒルズ、シドニー・オフィス、シニア・アドバイザー）
- ダミアン・ロバーツ（ハーバート・スミス・フリーヒルズ、シドニー・オフィス、パートナー）
日時： 2024年4月16日（火） 15：00～17：00（14：30より受付開始）
会場： 株式会社国際協力銀行9階講堂（東京都千代田区大手町1-4-1）
主催： ハーバート・スミス・フリーヒルズ外国法事務弁護士事務、在日オーストラリア・ニュージーランド商工会議所、一般財団法人 海外投融資情報財団
後援： 株式会社 国際協力銀行
言語： 英語 / 宮﨑氏（JETRO）の講演のみ日本語で行われます
費用： 無料
申込締切： 2024年4月10日（水）
注1：**定員は20名。2024年4月12日に抽選で割り当てられます
The ANZCCJ extends a warm welcome to members and guests to the inaugural "Kiwi Aussie Mixer - Osaka Edition" - a networking gem, celebrating the spirit of camaraderie and the joy of coming together.
Join Chair, Sally Townsend, and Executive Director, Craig Usmar, from 7:00PM - 9:00PM, Friday 22 March as we kick off this rendesvous at the Swissotel Nankai Osaka. It's the perfect occasion to forge connections, engage in casual banter, and expand your network in a relaxed setting.
Join us for this evening dedicated to honoring the sense of community, friendship, and bond shared among our Kiwi and Aussie members!
Date: Friday 22 March 2024
Time: 7:00PM - 9:00PM
Venue: Swissotel Nankai Osaka – 5-1-60 Namba, Chuo-Ku, 542-0076 Osaka (Map) Nambar 10
Menu: Free-flow drinks and finger food
Price: ¥6,000
Registrations Close: 5:00PM Monday 18 March 2024
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.
Save the date, 6:00PM - 8:00PM, Thursday 21 March at the Hotel Indigo Tokyo Shibuya, for this gathering offering an ideal platform to cultivate meaningful connections, partake in casual conversations, and broaden your network in a relaxed atmosphere.
Join us for this evening dedicated to honoring the sense of community, friendship, and bond shared among our Kiwi and Aussie members!
Date: Thursday 21 March 2024
Time: 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Venue: Hotel Indigo Tokyo Shibuya 2-25-12 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, 150-0043 (Map) - Bar Lounge - 11F
Menu: Free-flow drinks and finger food
Price: ¥6,000
Registrations Close: 5:00PM Monday 18 March 2024
ANZCCJ invites members and friends to join us in celebrating International Women's Day at a special breakfast event on 8 March at the Pullman Tokyo Tamachi. Chamber co-vice chair Ms Catherine O’Connell will moderate a discussion with senior business leaders Ms Eriko Asai, Co-Founder, Trinity Indo-Pacific Partners; Mr Takuro Kimura, Founder and CEO, G-Cubed Partners and Chairman of Women of the World Endowment (WoWE); and Ms Julia Spotswood, Founder, Jetset Dry Bar on the 2024 theme of ‘Invest in women: Accelerate Progress’, delving into how ensuring gender equality and women's well-being across all areas of life is vital for building prosperous economies and sustaining a healthy planet, particularly in the current global landscape. From tackling the macro challenges of gender-lens investing; to successfully carving a name in Japan`s ultra-competitive beauty industry; and launching a multi-national strategic advisory company as the world emerged from the pandemic, the discussion will highlight the importance of how empowering women across various spheres, including entrepreneurship, leadership, and beyond is vital in accelerating progress. When we invest in women, we invest in a better world where opportunities are more equitable and progress is more inclusive. We look forward to a morning full of inspiration, empowerment and connection with you.
- Panelists
- Eriko Asai - Co-Founder, Trinity Indo-Pacific Partners
- Takuro Kimura - Founder and CEO, G-Cubed Partners and Chairman of Women of the World Endowment (WoWE)
- Julia Spotswood - Founder, Jetset Dry Bar
- Moderator
- Catherine O’Connell – Founder, Catherine O`Connell Law
Date: Fri 08 March 2024
Time: 8:00AM - 9:00AM (Doors open at 7:30AM)
Venue: Pullman Tokyo Tamachi Banquet Room (9F), (Map)
Price: ANZCCJ Member ¥9,500 | Non-Member ¥11,500
Registration deadline: Fri 01 March 2024
Note:
- Payment is required at 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 [email protected] by Wed 1 March.
- ANZCCJ will be taking photos throughout the event, which may include faces of guests. These photos will be used by ANZCCJ on our website and other material. 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.
On behalf of the State Government of Victoria, the Commissioner for Victoria to North Asia, Mr Adam Cunneen cordially invites you to a unique networking event, showcasing the best of Victorian food and beverage products.
The event will be held on 05 March from 6pm – 9pm at the Pullman Tokyo Tamachi and will feature a variety of delicious Victorian food and beverages, including wine, cheese, lamb, and a wide range of craft beer, wine and spirits. Guests will have the chance to taste a broad selection of premium Victorian products, and meet with the producers and manufacturers who create them.
To highlight and celebrate Global Victoria's presence at the FOODEX trade show with a 30 company in-person delegation, this event will bring together exhibitors and industry professionals in a relaxed and friendly setting. We hope you will be able join with us, and the Victorian FOODEX delegation, on the evening of Tuesday 05 March, to make new connections, renew old ones, and eat and drink Victorian.
We look forward to seeing you there and sharing the best of Victorian food and beverage products with you. To RSVP, please register below by 5:00PM Wednesday 28 February.
Date: Tue 05 March 2024
Time: 6:00PM - 9:00PM (Doors open at 5:30PM)
Venue: Pullman Tokyo Tamachi (Map) Banquet Room & Platform 9 (9F),
Price: Free (Invitation-only)
Registration deadline: Wednesday 28 Fepruary 2024
Note ### : Capacity is limited to 100 people - tickets allocated via a lottery system on Thursday 29 Feburary 2024
Note:
- The ticket is not transferable.
- If you have any dietary requests, please email us at [email protected] by Tue 29 February.
- ANZCCJ will be taking photos throughout the event, which may include faces of guests. These photos will be used by ANZCCJ on our website and other material. 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.