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DTSTAMP:20260501T114407
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SUMMARY:European Joint Chamber Cocktail 2022 - SOLD OUT!
DESCRIPTION:The next edition of the traditional European Joint Chamber Cocktail will be held this year on Tuesday 18 October at The Tokyo EDITION\, Toranomon.\nThe French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan is taking the lead in the organization\, 13 Chambers of Commerce inc. BLCCJ are joining. \n  \nThis year\, we will also take the occasion to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the creation of the European Business Council. \n  \nSo come and join the must-attend event of the year for networking with business people from several Chambers of Commerce\, and be part of the celebration with fine food and free-flow drinks! \n  \nDate Tuesday 18 October\nTime 19:00 to 21:00 (registration starts at 18:30)\nVenue The Tokyo EDITION\, Toranomon\nAdmission fee (to be paid by bank before 7 October)\nJPY 8\,000 BLCCJ Members\nJPY 12\,000 Non-members \n  \nBLCCJ spots are limited to 15\, first-come first serve.\nDue to limited spots\, we limit to max. 2 persons per company. \nTo register\, please send your full name\, company name and title to info@blccj.or.jp\nWe will confirm if you are on the guest list or on the waiting list. \nYou will need to arrange payment in advance by bank transfer (no cash payments). We will send the bank details in the confirmation email. \nDeadline for registration is Friday 7 October\, 17:00 or when seats are full.\nAny cancelation after 7 October or no-shows will be charged in full. \n  \nPARTICIPATING CHAMBERS: \n\nAustrian Business Council\nBelgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce in Japan\nBritish Chamber of Commerce in Japan\nDanish Chamber of Commerce in Japan\nFinnish Chamber of Commerce in Japan\nFrench Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan\nGerman Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan\nGreek Chamber of Commerce in Japan\nNetherlands Chamber of Commerce in Japan\nNorwegian Chamber of Commerce in Japan\nSouth-African Chamber of Commerce in Japan\nSpanish Chamber of Commerce in Japan\nSwedish Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan\nSwiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan\n\n  \nWe look forward to meeting several of you at the event!
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/eneuropean-joint-chamber-cocktail-2022/
LOCATION:The Tokyo EDITION\, Toranomon\, Japan
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20221008T120000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20221008T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T114407
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SUMMARY:SCCIJ-BLCCJ Tennis Gathering & BBQ Dinner
DESCRIPTION:The Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (SCCIJ) and the Belgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce in Japan (BLCCJ) are thrilled to announce their very first joint Tennis Gathering\, to be held this autumn at the Showa-no-Mori Tennis Center in Tokyo! Not a fan of tennis? Simply join us for the outdoor BBQ Dinner that follows!\nGame\, set\, match! Taking place in Akishima\, in the western suburb of Tokyo\, this event is the ideal occasion to invite your colleagues\, business partners\, or friends for a day out on the courts and to practice your game while networking with the Swiss-Belgian-Luxembourg-Japanese business community.\nJoin us for a fun tennis afternoon in a casual and relaxed atmosphere\, followed by an outdoor BBQ Dinner later in the evening! \nAlready busy on that day? Participation in tennis only or BBQ only is also possible. \nEVENT DETAILS: \nDate: Saturday\, October 8\, 2022 \nTime: \n\n12:00〜16:00 (Tennis)\n17:00〜20:30 (BBQ Dinner)\n\nVenue: Showa-no-Mori Tennis Center (昭和の森テニスセンター) \n600 Tanakacho\, Akishima\, Tokyo 196-0014 (MAP) \nFee: \n•   BLCCJ/SCCIJ Members: \n– Tennis & BBQ Dinner: JPY 12’000 \n– Tennis only: JPY 4’500 \n– BBQ only: JPY 9’000 \n\nNon-Members:\n\n– Tennis & BBQ Dinner: JPY 14’000 \n– Tennis only: JPY 5’500 \n– BBQ only: JPY 10’000 \nFee includes: \n– Tennis: access to courts & facilities (spa\, changing rooms\, lockers\, etc.)\, tennis balls\, refreshments; \n– BBQ: Outdoor BBQ Dinner\, free-flow drinks service (2 hours). \n  \nRegistration:    \nTo register\, please send your full name\, company name and title to info@blccj.or.jp \nYou will need to arrange payment in advance by bank transfer (no cash payments). We will send the bank details in the confirmation email. \nDeadline for registration is Thursday 29 September\, 17:00 or when spots are full. \n*No-shows/cancellations after the deadline will be charged in full.* \n*Due to social distancing measures\, members will be prioritized.* \n*For the BBQ Dinner\, tennis players will be prioritized.* \n*Please inform us of dietary restrictions if any.* \nDress code: Tennis outfit for the afternoon (no “white dress” code); casual for dinner. \nFormat/Rules: Singles or doubles\, depending on the number of participants. All players will be able to play various times with different partners. \nRemarks: \n\nParticipants must be at least 18 years of age.\nParticipants are requested to use their own equipment or to rent some at the tennis club (prior reservation needed). Tennis balls will be provided. For equipment rental\, please see this page.\nThe SCCIJ & BLCCJ reserve the right to postpone or cancel this event depending on COVID-19-related governmental requests or due to poor weather conditions. Should that be the case\, registered participants will be notified immediately.\n\nInquiries: BLCCJ: info@blccj.or.jp or SCCIJ: info@sccij.jp
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/ensccij-blccj-tennis-gathering-bbq-dinner/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220930T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220930T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T114407
CREATED:20220929T055018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T091118Z
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SUMMARY:Asian BeLux Chambers webinar on Sustainable Construction
DESCRIPTION:We would like to invite to our next webinar in the framework of the BeLuxEur Chambers in Asia\, this time hosted by our colleagues of BLCC Singapore: \nSUSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION\nSmart and Sustainable buildings: from Brussels\, the Capital of Europe\, to Asia \n  \nBy definition\, sustainability in construction is about creating projects which have positive outcomes for the society and the environment. As we go deep into building sustainable cities\, we take a step back to speak to industry experts as we ask ourselves how sustainability is ranked in the construction industry. \nIn this webinar our panel of speakers include industry leaders who are experts in their fields across Belgium and Asia. The speakers will share the pillars\, elements\, principles\, methods\, designs\, benefits and goals as well as examples of sustainable/green construction. \n  \nSPEAKERS:\nJoy Esther Gai – Founder\, Joy of Sustainability | World Green Building Council Asia Pacific Programmes Head | Master Certified Coach (MCC)\nDerek Harnett – Chief Operating Officer | Switch Automation\nSebastian Moreno-Vacca – Administrateur\, A2M architects\nSophia Slingerland – Dipl.-Ing.\, architect\nSunita van Heers – Managing Director\, founder at SuReal \n  \nEVENT DETAILS:\nFriday 30 September 2022\n18:00-19:00Japan time\nIn English\nFree of charge\nMembers only \n  \nIf you are interested\, please send an email to info@blccj.or.jp by Friday 30 September noon JST\, and we will confirm your registration. \nIf your registration is accepted\, you will receive an email with a Zoom invitation link on the day of the event. \n  \nWe hope to welcome many BLCCJ members at this webinar!
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/asian-belux-chambers-webinar-on-sustainable-construction/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220926
DTSTAMP:20260501T114407
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SUMMARY:September beer gathering @ BBW Toyosu
DESCRIPTION:On 16 September Belgian Beer Weekend will kick off in Toyosu!\nCITABRIA BAYPARK \n9.16 (Fri.) – 9.25 (Sun.) \nweekdays 16:00 – 21:00\nweekend\, holidays 11:00 – 21:00 \nhttps://belgianbeerweekend.jp/en/toyosu \nThe BLCCJ will hold its September beer gathering on Tuesday 20 September from 18:00. \nIf you plan to join us\, please send an email “I plan to join” to info@blccj.or.jp\, so we can have an idea of the number of people to expect. \nYou will need to purchase a BBW 2022 Starter Set (glass and tokens) (if you already have a glass\, you can just purchase tokens). \nSince the number of tickets available per day is limited based on the capacity of the venue\, and in order to reduce waiting and check-in time at the registration desks\, we recommend you buy your tickets in advance via Rakuten Ticket or at FamilyMart. \nAll BLCCJ members will receive 2 tokens for free – please ask BLCCJ office’s Sophie or Madoka at the venue. \nCome join us for a “Bayside Chill” in one of Tokyo’s hotspots with a great selection of Belgian beers and food!
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/september-beer-gathering-bbw-toyosu/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220831T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220831T000000
DTSTAMP:20260501T114407
CREATED:20220830T054747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T010135Z
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SUMMARY:Nippon Export Award 2022-2023 Call for Applications
DESCRIPTION:The BLCCJ is relaunching the 11th edition of the Nippon Export Award (NEA).\nThe NEA is an initiative of the BLCCJ to reward those SMEs or large companies that have made significant achievements in exporting to Japan\, importing into Japan\, or distributing within Japan\, Belgian-Luxembourg products or services. \n  \nThe winning company will receive an award\, will be allowed to mention “Winner of the NEA 2022-2023” on all their documents\, and will be granted use of the NEA logo. \n  \nThe winner will also benefit from:\n-The possibility to invite guests/business contacts to the Award ceremony\n–Media attention: local media are invited to the Award ceremony and encouraged to write articles on the Nippon Export Award and its recipient\n–Special feature coverage on the BLCCJ website and social media \n  \nIf you are interested\, please fill out the attached questionnaire\, and send us a presentation of your company.\nThe application deadline is Wednesday 31 August 2022. \n  \nYou can find more details in the attached outline\, and on the website.\nNote: for the purpose of this year’s NEA selection\, any impact -positive or negative- caused by COVID-19\, will be taken into consideration in the evaluation. \n  \nIf you would know Belgian/Luxembourg or Japanese companies that are eligible for participation in the NEA competition\, please do not hesitate to circulate the information to them. This competition is open to BLCCJ members and non-members. \n  \nMay the best one win!
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/nippon-export-award-2022-2023-call-for-applications/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220830T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220830T000000
DTSTAMP:20260501T114407
CREATED:20220829T055003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220829T061704Z
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SUMMARY:Asian BeLux Chambers Strategic Networking
DESCRIPTION:We warmly invite you to join businesspeople from across 15 BeLux Chambers in Asia for a one of a kind Strategic Networking Virtual Event.This networking event will happen using the Conversation Starter platform.\nAs a bonus you can enjoy a session with special guest speaker Gil Petersil. \n  \nConversation Starter is a Belgian platform that enables you to schedule meetings with other participants in your area of interest (invite participants and be invited by participants\, approve the invitations etc). You are required to sign up in order to have access to the participants list. Please read your confirmation email after registering for more information. \n  \nAbout the Speaker: Gil Petersil \nGil is a global thought leader on business strategy\, effective networking and mastermind methodology. As a serial entrepreneur\, Gil is passionate about empowering conscious entrepreneurs\, global leaders\, and organizations on how to organically scale their business\, create long-lasting win-win partnerships that bring value to their communities and make an impact in the world. He is a master at organizing networks and creating bridges between government\, innovation technologies and entrepreneurial sectors. \n  \nEVENT DETAILS: \nDate: Tuesday 30 August 2022 \nAgenda:\n15:30 – 15:35 JST: Opening and welcome of all the participants\n15:35 – 16:00 JST: Presentation by Gil Petersil about Strategic Networking\n16:00 – 19:00 JST: Interactive workshop (networking segment) \nRegistration:\nPlease send an email to info@blccj.or.jp\nUpon receipt we will send you the link to the Conversation Starter event. Once registered\, you can manage your own agenda\, invite participants\, approve invitations etc. You can choose/approve as many time slots as you wish and can interact with as many participants as you wish. However\, you are required to sign up in order to have access to the participants list. \n  \nWe hope many BLCCJ members will join this networking afternoon!
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/asian-belux-chambers-strategic-networking/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220809T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220809T000000
DTSTAMP:20260501T114407
CREATED:20220808T055003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T010143Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the BLCCJ Members
DESCRIPTION:We are happy to invite you to a next edition of our:\n“Meet the BLCCJ Members” \n  \nAt this online meet-and-greet 4 BLCCJ members will present themselves and their company: Len Vrijders and Taro Yamazaki\, both working for Sofico Services Japan; new member Sandrine Monette\, Founder and CEO of HappyMood; and Starters member Nicolas de Vaucleroy\, Researcher at Mitsubishi Research Institute. \nAfter the presentations we will organize a Q&A session allowing you to interact directly with the BLCCJ members. \nJoin us for this casual meet-and-greet and expand your network! \n  \nEvent details:\nTuesday 9 August\n18:30-19:30 Japan time / 11:30-12:30 Belgian-Luxembourg time\nFree of charge\nPresentations will be in English\nMembers-only \n  \nIf you are interested\, please send an email to info@blccj.or.jp before 9 August noon\, and we will confirm your registration. \nThis webinar will be conducted via Zoom Meetings. If your registration is accepted\, you will receive the Zoom invitation link and passcode on the day itself. \n  \nWe look forward to seeing you at this online meet-and-greet!
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/meet-the-blccj-members/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220804T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220804T000000
DTSTAMP:20260501T114407
CREATED:20220803T055002Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Beer Gathering @ BBW Hibiya
DESCRIPTION:On 29 July Belgian Beer Weekend will kick off in Hibiya Park!\nHIBIYA PARK \n7.29 (Fri.) – 8.7 (Sun.) \nweekdays 16:00 – 21:00\nweekend\, holidays 11:00 – 21:00 \nhttps://belgianbeerweekend.jp/en/hibiya \n  \nThe BLCCJ will be holding a summer beer gathering on Thursday 4 August from 18:00. \nWe will gather in the tent on the left side of the stage (see attached floorplan). \nIf you plan to join us\, please send an email “I plan to join”\, so we can have an idea of the number of people to expect. \n  \nYou will need to purchase a BBW 2022 Starter Set (glass and tokens) (if you already have a glass\, you can just purchase tokens). \nSince the number of tickets available per day is limited based on the capacity of the venue\, and in order to reduce waiting and check-in time at the registration desks\, we recommend you buy your tickets in advance via Rakuten Ticket or at FamilyMart. \n  \nAll BLCCJ members will receive 2 tokens for free – please ask BLCCJ office’s Sophie or Madoka at the venue. \n  \nCome join us for an Urban Escape at one of Tokyo’s favorite parks with a great selection of Belgian beers and food!
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/summer-beer-gathering-bbw-hibiya/
LOCATION:Hibiya Park\, 1 Hibiya Park\, Chiyoda-ku\, Tokyo\, 100-0012\, Japan
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220722T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220722T000000
DTSTAMP:20260501T114407
CREATED:20220721T055003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T010158Z
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SUMMARY:Power Harassment in Japan - what is it and how to avoid it
DESCRIPTION:The BLCCJ is inviting you to a next webinar:\n“Power Harassment in Japan – what is it and how to avoid it” \n  \nIn Japan\, power harassment has become a serious problem throughout the country. In May 2019\, a law called the “Power Harassment Prevention Law” was passed. Recommendations to tackle power harassment became obligatory from June 1\, 2020 for large employers and came into effect from April 1\, 2022 for small and medium-sized employers. \n  \nConcretely we will tackle the following 3 topics: \n1) Definition of and regulations relating to ‘Power Harassment’ in the Japanese law\n2) Specific examples of Power Harassment\n3) How to avoid Power Harassment \n  \nWe have once again invited Hiroshi Chiba\, Attorney at law (Japan)\, to speak\, and Catherine O’Connell\, Registered Foreign Lawyer (Japan)\, to moderate the webinar.\nYou can find their resumes in the attachment. \n  \nEVENT DETAILS:\nFriday 22 July\n16:00-17:00 Japan time / 9:00-10:00 Belgian-Luxembourg time\nIn English\nFree of charge\nBLCCJ members only \n  \nIf you are interested\, please send an email to info@blccj.or.jp by Friday 22 July noon (JST) and we will confirm your registration. \nThis webinar will be conducted via Zoom. If your registration is accepted\, you will receive an email with a Zoom invitation link and passcode on the day itself. \n  \nWe hope to welcome many of you at this webinar! \n 
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/power-harassment-in-japan-what-is-it-and-how-to-avoid-it/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220713T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220713T000000
DTSTAMP:20260501T114407
CREATED:20220712T054803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T010204Z
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SUMMARY:Joint Chamber Summer Cocktail 2022 - SOLD OUT!
DESCRIPTION:The must-attend Summer Cocktail networking event is here! On 13 July\, 7 European chambers incl. BLCCJ will join in an evening of networking\, a fantastic opportunity for members and friends of the participating chambers to meet new people and enjoy the moment.\nWe will celebrate summer in style at a must-visit luxurious venue: the Jade Room and the Garden Terrace of The Tokyo Toranomon EDITION\, a serene greenery space floating 140m above street level with a breathtaking view of the Tokyo Tower. \n  \nThe venue has a limited capacity of 120 attendants\, so book your ticket fast before all are sold out! \n  \nEVENT DETAILS:\nDate: Wednesday 13 July 2022\nTime: 19:00-21:00 (doors open at 18:30)\nVenue: The Jade Room and the Garden Terrace at The Tokyo EDITION\, Toranomon.\n(In the case of rain\, the event will be moved to the pre-function space on 2F. )\nFee: JPY 7\,500 BLCCJ members / JPY 9\,000 non-members \n  \nBLCCJ spots are limited to 15\, first-come first serve.\nDue to limited spots\, we limit to max. 2 persons per company. \n  \nTo register\, please send your full name\, company name and title to info@blccj.or.jp\nWe will confirm if you are on the guest list or the waiting list. \n  \nYou will need to arrange payment in advance by bank transfer (no cash payments). We will send the bank details in the confirmation email. \n  \nDeadline for registration is Friday 1 July or when seats are full.\nAny cancelation after 1 July or no-shows will be charged in full. \n  \nPARTICIPATING CHAMBERS: \n\nAustrian Business Council\nBelgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce in Japan\nFrench Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan\nGreek Chamber of Commerce in Japan\nSpanish Chamber of Commerce in Japan\nSwedish Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan\nSwiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan\n\n  \nWe hope to see many of you at the summer networking!
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/joint-chamber-summer-cocktail-2022-sold-out/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220706T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220706T000000
DTSTAMP:20260501T114407
CREATED:20220705T054802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T010211Z
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SUMMARY:Digitalization of Business Documents and the Law -  Amendment to the Act on Keeping of Electronic Tax-Related Books
DESCRIPTION:Dear members\,\nWe gladly invite you to our second Japanese webinar.\nThis time we will talk about the amendment to the Act on Keeping of Electronic Tax-Related Books: \n“Digitalization of Business Documents and the Law –\nAmendment to the Act on Keeping of Electronic Tax-Related Books”  \n  \nThe corona pandemic has pushed the needs for digitalization of all kinds of business documents\, but legally what is required and what is accepted\, especially with regard to tax law enforcement?\nIn view of these questions\, the Act on Keeping of Electronic Tax-Related Books was amended and came into force in January of this year. A specialist will take us through the details.\nThe legal system might be rather technical and difficult\, but we will share information in an easy-to-understand manner that can be useful for your business. \n  \nWe are honoured to have as a guest speaker Mr. Kazuhisa Mochizuki\, Partner and Head of Japan Desk at Mazars\, an accounting firm based in France. \nHis presentation will be followed by a Q&A. \n  \nEVENT DETAILS\nWednesday 6 July\n17:30-18:30 Japan time / 10:30-11:30 Belgian-Luxembourg time\nZoom Webinar\nPresentations and Q&A in Japanese only\nFree of charge \n  \nIf you are interested\, please send your name\, company name and title to info@blccj.or.jp by Wednesday 6 July noon (JST). \n  \nSincerely yours\, \n  \nThe BLCCJ office
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/digitalization-of-business-documents-and-the-law-amendment-to-the-act-on-keeping-of-electronic-tax-related-books/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220628T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220628T000000
DTSTAMP:20260501T114407
CREATED:20220627T054803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T010219Z
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SUMMARY:Visit to "One Barco Open House 2022"
DESCRIPTION:The BLCCJ is gladly inviting you to a company visit:\n“Invitation to One Barco Open House 2022” \n  \nBLCCJ flagship member Barco Japan will be organizing an Open House where they will be showcasing and demonstrating their primary products\, including new products exhibited at ISE 2022 in Barcelona last month. They gladly invite the BLCCJ members to a special dedicated visit.\nYou can find more details in the attached invitation letter of Barco Japan President Hironori Kato. \n  \nAfter the visit and presentations there will be a networking moment over some Belgian beers. \n  \nEVENT DETAILS:\nDay: Tuesday 28 June\nTime: 16:00-18:00\nLocation: Barco Tokyo Office 1F Visitor Center\nLimited to 30 persons.\nFree of charge \nTo register\, please send an email to info@blccj.or.jp by Monday 27 June 17:00 and we will confirm your registration. Seats are limited to 30\, first-come first-serve. \n  \nWe hope to welcome many of you at this exciting visit!
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/visit-to-one-barco-open-house-2022/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220622T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220622T000000
DTSTAMP:20260501T114407
CREATED:20220621T054802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T010225Z
UID:11684-1655856000-1655856000@blccj.or.jp
SUMMARY:Women in Business in Japan
DESCRIPTION:Dear members and friends\,\nThe BLCCJ is gladly inviting you to a next webinar: \n“Women in Business in Japan” \n  \nNearly two decades ago\, Japan set a goal of having women occupy 30% of management posts by 2020. However\, the ratio remains virtually unchanged\, yearly climbing just 0.1 point to about 8% as-of-now. And due to the COVID-19 crisis it seems that momentum for promoting women has lost even more steam. \n  \nWe invite you to an online panel discussion with 3 women in top positions in Japan who will share their view on working in a male-dominated environment\, the challenges to climb up the ladder\, the differences they experienced in other cultures\, and the lessons that can be learned. \n  \nOur 3 speakers will be:\n–Ms. Seema Bhayat\, Head of Private Banking Japan\, Lombard Odier Group (and Swiss Chamber Board Member)\n–Ms. Mariko Magnan\, Founder and CEO\, TPO Inc.\n–Ms. Motoko Kuze\, Senior ESG Advisor\, General Manager\, RepRisk Japan\nYou can find their bios in the attachment. \n  \nOpening words will be given by Ambassador de Bilderling\, the first female Belgian Ambassador to Japan. \n  \nEVENT DETAILS:\nWednesday 22 June\n17:30-18:30 Japan time / 10:30-11:30 Belgian-Luxembourg time\nIn English\nFree of charge \n  \nIf you are interested\, please send an email to info@blccj.or.jp by Wednesday 22 June noon (JST) and we will confirm your registration. \nThis webinar will be conducted via Zoom. If your registration is accepted\, you will receive an email with a Zoom invitation link and passcode on the day itself. \n  \nWe hope to welcome many of you at what certainly will be an inspiring webinar! \n  \nThe BLCCJ office
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/women-in-business-in-japan/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220620T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220620T000000
DTSTAMP:20260501T114407
CREATED:20220620T054802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T010236Z
UID:11682-1655683200-1655683200@blccj.or.jp
SUMMARY:June Beer Gathering
DESCRIPTION:After a long hiatus we are very happy to inform you that we are relaunching our monthly beer gatherings!\nThe June Beer Gathering will be held on Monday 20 June.\nWe will be going back to Belgian Brasserie Court ANTWERP PORT. \n  \nThe exact address is as follows:\nBelgian Brasserie Court Antwerp Port\nAkasaka Intercity AIR Bldg. 1F\n1-8-1 Akasaka\, Minato-ku\, Tokyo 107-0052\nTelephone: 03-5570-5557 \nAccess map and other information:\nhttps://www.intercity-air.com/\nhttps://www.intercity-air.com/shoplist/shop/15 \nClosest station are Tameike-sanno (Ginza and Namboku lines\, exit 14) and Kokkaigijido-mae (Chiyoda and Marunouchi lines\, exit 14). Also 10-minutes walking distance from Kamiyacho\, Roppongi-itchome and Toranomon stations. \n  \nYou can find us there from 19h00 onwards.\nThe event is open to everybody\, so feel free to bring along your friends and colleagues.\nFor BLCCJ members the first beer is free of charge! \n  \nLooking forward to welcoming many of you again at a beer gathering!
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/june-beer-gathering/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220609T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220609T000000
DTSTAMP:20260501T114407
CREATED:20220608T054731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T010244Z
UID:11672-1654732800-1654732800@blccj.or.jp
SUMMARY:Belgian Beer and Food Academy in Tokyo
DESCRIPTION:We are happy to announce that the Belgian Beer and Food Academy will be returning to Tokyo after 3 years!We will serve a unique combination of Belgian food and beers which you will not be able to taste anywhere else.\nThis event is a must for F&B professionals and lovers of Belgian beer and food\, as well as a great occasion to invite business contacts and friends. \n  \nDate: Thursday 9 June\nTime: 18:30-21:30\nLocation: Hilton Tokyo 3F\nFee: JPY 14\,800 members and guests / JPY 17\,000 non-members \n  \nMenu and application form in attachment.\nApplication deadline is Friday 3 June. \n  \nCome and join us for a great Belgian culinary evening!
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/belgian-beer-and-food-academy-in-tokyo/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220527T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220527T000000
DTSTAMP:20260501T114407
CREATED:20220526T054530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T010251Z
UID:11671-1653609600-1653609600@blccj.or.jp
SUMMARY:Annual Golf Tournament with French and Swiss Chambers - FULL!
DESCRIPTION:The BLCCJ is pleased to announce that its 16th Joint Chamber Golf Tournament with the French and Swiss Chambers of Commerce will take place on Friday 27 May at the prestigious Tomisato Golf Club in Chiba.This golf tournament is kindly supported by en world. \n  \nMany of our members look forward to this event for its relaxed and casual atmosphere: a great opportunity to invite and meet friends\, colleagues and business partners out on the greens\, an exciting challenge for golfers of all levels of experience. \n  \nDate: Friday 27 May 2022\nTime: from 8:00 to 17:00 (approx.)\nLocation: Tomisato Golf Club\nAddress: 773 Obaraku\, Shibayama-machi\, Sanbu-gun\, Chiba 289-1611\nAdmission fee:\nJPY 19\,900 car users (includes registration & green fee\, lunch\, drinks after the tournament)\nJPY 27\,900 bus users * (includes all of the above plus the bus fee)\nMaximum 80 players\, first-come first-serve – FULL \n  \nA shuttle bus will be foreseen\, so you can leave your car at home and enjoy a few drinks at the prize ceremony after the tournament. \n  \nA special thank you to the (member) companies sponsoring the golf tournament: \n\nAB InBev Japan\nGodiva Japan\nShonan Boeki\nRosen \nFLOS Japan\nMoulinsart Japan\nTagore Harbor Hostel\n\n  \nWe look forward to welcoming many of you there!
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/annual-golf-tournament-with-french-and-swiss-chambers-full/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220519T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220519T000000
DTSTAMP:20260501T114407
CREATED:20220518T054747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T010259Z
UID:11680-1652918400-1652918400@blccj.or.jp
SUMMARY:Belgian shop @ BBW 2022 Yokohama
DESCRIPTION:Belgian Beer Weekend 2022 Yokohama is coming up very soon!\n“Belgian Beer Weekend” is Japan’s finest beer event\, returning to Yokohama after 3 years with 80 different Belgian beers. The event is not only about the best beer\, but also about great cuisine and a superb atmosphere. \n  \nVenue\nYamashita Park \n  \nDate\n19 May (Thu) – 22 May (Sun) \n  \nOpening hours\nOpening day (19/05) 16:00 – 21:00\nFriday till Sunday 11:00 – 21:00\n(last order 30min before closing time) \n  \nMore information on the website:\nhttps://belgianbeerweekend.jp/en/yokohama \n  \nAlso this year the BLCCJ will be present with the “Belgian Marche”\, our shop selling a wide variety of Belgian products.\nThese include Jules Destrooper cookies (Americo)\, Dandoy cookies (C’ Select)\, gobelin goods (Forma International)\, chocolate cookies (Godiva Japan)\, beer goods (Konishi Brewing)\, Kipling goods (L&S Corporation)\, Tintin goods (Moulinsart Japan)\, Materne compotes (Nichifutsu Boeki)\, Manneken waffles (Rosen)\, Belgian non-alcohol wine (Shonan Boeki) and Trefin candy (Tomoe Corporation). \n  \nSo come and visit us!\nWe will be at the end of the park\, next to the Konishi beer shop. \n  \nThe Belgian shop in Yokohama has the support of ITIC (The Foundation for International Trade and Industrial Co-operation)\, the Federal Public Service Foreign Affairs of Belgium and AWEX.
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/belgian-shop-bbw-2022-yokohama/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220510T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220510T000000
DTSTAMP:20260501T114407
CREATED:20220509T054746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T010307Z
UID:11677-1652140800-1652140800@blccj.or.jp
SUMMARY:Early Summer Party
DESCRIPTION:The first months of 2022 have been challenging\, but let us finally celebrate together and in-person the arrival of early summer and better times to come!\nJoin us on Tuesday 10 May 2022\, from 18:30 onwards\, at Le Petit Tonneau in Toranomon. \n  \nWe will start with a cocktail on the terrace\, and then enjoy a tasty Belgian-style dinner with an open bar (incl. Luxembourg wine and Belgian beers) and the good company of friends and business partners from the Belgian-Luxembourg community. \n  \nYou can find more details and the application form in attachment.\nSignup deadline is Friday 6 May. \n  \nWe look forward to seeing you in person again!
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/early-summer-party/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220427T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220427T000000
DTSTAMP:20260501T114407
CREATED:20220426T054732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T011905Z
UID:11676-1651017600-1651017600@blccj.or.jp
SUMMARY:Pfizer's Pandemic Breakthrough
DESCRIPTION:Dear members\,\nHerewith we would like to invite to our next high-caliber speaker event in the framework of the BeLuxEur Chambers in Asia\, this time hosted by our colleagues of BeLuxCham Malaysia. \n  \nKeynote speaker will be Mr. Karel Van De Sompel\, Country Manager and Managing Director of Pfizer Belgium and Luxembourg (Pfizer Biopharmaceuticals Group). \n  \nIn this event\, we will get to dive into the insights of Mr. Sompel and his team in dealing with vaccines demand like never before in the history of modern day medical and pharmaceutical industries across the globe. Come and join as we listen to the challenges\, glory and experiences throughout the pandemic. \n  \nEVENT DETAILS:\nWednesday 27 April 2022\n16:00-18:00 Japan time / 9:00-11:00 Belgian-Luxembourg time\nIn English\nFree of charge\nMembers only \n  \nIf you are interested\, please send an email to info@blccj.or.jp by Wednesday 27 April noon JST\, and we will confirm your registration. \nIf your registration is accepted\, you will receive an email with a Zoom invitation link and passcode on the day of the event. \n  \nLooking forward to seeing many of you attending this high-caliber webinar! \n  \nThe BLCCJ office \n 
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/pfizers-pandemic-breakthrough/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220413T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220413T000000
DTSTAMP:20260501T114407
CREATED:20220412T054731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T011858Z
UID:11674-1649808000-1649808000@blccj.or.jp
SUMMARY:Update on trade between Belgium/Luxembourg and Japan - the impact of COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:Dear members and friends\,\nWe gladly invite you to our first Japanese webinar. \n“Update on trade between Belgium/Luxembourg and Japan – the impact of COVID-19”  \n  \nDuring this webinar we will hear about trade between Belgium\, Luxembourg and Japan and go deeper into the EU-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA). \nOur speakers wil share with you the figures and issues so far\, the impact of COVID-19\, the expectations hereafter. \nGodiva Japan\, Inc. will share its experience with the EPA. \nThe presentations will be followed by a Q&A. \n  \nSpeakers will be: \n-On trade between Luxembourg and Japan:\nMs. Yuriko Matsuno\, Executive Director\, Luxembourg Trade and Investment Office (LTIO) Tokyo \n-On trade between Belgium and Japan\, the impact of COVID-19 and EPA outcomes:\nMs. Saki Kuroda\, Deputy Head of Economic and Trade Section\, Embassy of Belgium in Tokyo \n-On the EPA in the food import (specifically confectionary):\nMr. Dirk De Ruyver\, Japan Representative\, Flanders Investment & Trade Office \nTestimonial from:\nMr. Shinya Kushiyama\, Supply Chain Operations Director\, Godiva Japan\, Inc. \n  \nEVENT DETAILS\nWednesday 13 April\n17:30-18:30 Japan time / 10:30-11:30 Belgian-Luxembourg time\nZoom Webinar\nPresentations and Q&A in Japanese only\nFree of charge \n  \nIf you are interested\, please send your name\, company name and title to info@blccj.or.jp by Wednesday 13 April noon. \n  \nSincerely yours\, \n  \nThe BLCCJ office
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/update-on-trade-between-belgium-luxembourg-and-japan-the-impact-of-covid-19/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220412T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220412T000000
DTSTAMP:20260501T114407
CREATED:20220411T054747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T011851Z
UID:11678-1649721600-1649721600@blccj.or.jp
SUMMARY:Webinar with BNP Paribas Fortis - It's a new world
DESCRIPTION:At one of our first webinars 2 years ago\, Mr. Koen De Leus\, Chief Economist at BNP Paribas Fortis (Belgium)\, then presented us his economic outlook with the corona crisis just in its beginning phase.\nOn 12 April Mr. De Leus will return to share his insights on the global economy 2 years into the corona crisis and with the war going on in Ukraine. \nBecause of that war a new world has emerged / is emerging\, we’re being catapulted back to the era before the 90’s\, with big consequences for countries and companies alike. Of course this war and the rising inflation will have an impact as well on the economic forecasts. \n  \nEvent details:\nTuesday 12 April\n16:00-17:00 Japan time / 9:00-10:00 Belgian-Luxembourg time\nPresentation and Q&A in English\nFree of charge \n  \nIf you are interested\, please send your name\, company and title to info@blccj.or.jp  by Tuesday 12 April noon JST and we will confirm your registration. \nThis webinar will be conducted via Zoom. If your registration is accepted\, you will receive an email with a Zoom invitation link and passcode on the day itself. \n  \nWe hope that we can welcome a full house for this high-caliber webinar! \n 
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/webinar-with-bnp-paribas-fortis-its-a-new-world/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220328T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220328T000000
DTSTAMP:20260501T114407
CREATED:20220327T054731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T011845Z
UID:11673-1648425600-1648425600@blccj.or.jp
SUMMARY:Live visit to the Luxembourg Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai
DESCRIPTION:© EXPO 2020 DUBAI \n  \nOn 31 March\, the Expo 2020 Dubai will come to an end after 6 months. One of the most talked about pavilions is certainly the Luxembourg Pavilion\, not only for its stunning architecture which includes a slide\, but also its unique scenography highlighting Luxembourg’s diversity\, its sustainable goals and its enterprising spirit.\nDue to the travel restrictions many of you might not have had the chance to visit\, so the BLCCJ\, together with the Luxembourg Embassy and Luxembourg Trade and Investment Office Tokyo\, gladly invite you to a live tour! \n  \nDuring our online event Luxembourg Pavilion Director Daniel Sahr will give us a peak into the ongoings at the Expo and inside the Pavilion\, while sharing some history\, stories and answering your questions. \n  \nAfterwards Steven Koener\, Senior Advisor International Affairs at the Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce\, will talk about the economic programming at the Expo\, the missions\, bilateral trade and promotion schemes that are involved. \n  \nBy using the Zoom Meeting platform we hope to make this an interactive session allowing you to ask questions while visiting the Expo from behind your desk! \n  \nEVENT DETAILS\nMonday 28 March\n17:00-17:45 Japan time / 12:00-12:45 Dubai time / 10:00-10:45 Belgian-Luxembourg time\nPresentations + Q&A in English\nFree of charge\nBLCCJ members and friends \n  \nIf you are interested\, please send an email to info@blccj.or.jp  by 28 March noon JST and we will confirm your registration. \nThis event will be conducted via Zoom Meeting. If your registration is accepted\, you will receive an email with a Zoom invitation link and passcode on the day itself. \n  \nWe hope to welcome many of you at this exciting look behind the scenes! \n  \nThe BLCCJ office
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/live-visit-to-the-luxembourg-pavilion-at-expo-2020-dubai/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220323T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220323T000000
DTSTAMP:20260501T114407
CREATED:20220322T054731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T011838Z
UID:11675-1647993600-1647993600@blccj.or.jp
SUMMARY:Expo 2020 Dubai - Organising an International Event during a Pandemic
DESCRIPTION:Dear members\,\nOn 23 March\, the BeLux Chambers in Asia Collective presents its next High Caliber Speaker web talk. This time featuring two speakers providing our guests insights in how one goes about postponing an enormous event like the Dubai Expo 2020! \n  \nThe Directors of the Belgian & Luxembourg Pavilions Myriam Cops (BE) and Daniel Sahr (LUX) join us from Dubai as the Expo draws to a close\, talking to our guests about questions such as: \n\nhow does one postpone such a massive event & keep morale high?\nwhat is it like to organize national pavilions during a World Expo?\nhow did the cultural differences affect the organization?\nas Myriam was involved in the previous World Expo in Shanghai as well\, how was this World Expo different?\nwhat learnings\, tips & tricks can our speakers share with our guests from their experience?\nwhat is next for our 2 speakers?\n\n  \nSPEAKERS: \nBio Myriam:\nMyriam is an enthusiastic person who combines a creative mind with a pragmatic and professional attitude. She has extensive international experience\, e.g. as Director of the Belgium Pavilion in Shanghai in 2010 and General Manager of BenCham in Shanghai.\nMyriam has great management and event planning experience and in-depth knowledge of international business culture. \nBio Daniel:\nAs an International Business Developer\, Advisor and Project Manager\, Daniel worked for various industries on a local\, regional or global scale.\nHe’s highly skilled in International Relations & Foreign Trade\, Business Planning & Corporate Strategy\, Marketing Management\, Innovation and International Project Management\, with a specific passion for World Expo’s. He understands how to build teams who are thriving to deliver the best visitor or customer experiences. \n  \nEVENT DETAILS:\nWednesday 23 March 2022\n18:00-19:30 Japan time / 10:00-11:30 Belgian-Luxembourg time\nIn English\nFree of charge\nMembers only \n  \nIf you are interested\, please send an email to info@blccj.or.jp by Wednesday 23 March noon JST\, and we will confirm your registration. \nIf your registration is accepted\, you will receive an email with a Zoom invitation link and passcode on the day of the event. \n  \nLooking forward to seeing many of you attending this inter-Asian Chambers webinar! \n  \nThe BLCCJ office \n  \n \nPictures and logo © EXPO 2020 DUBAI
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/expo-2020-dubai-organising-an-international-event-during-a-pandemic/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220311T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220311T000000
DTSTAMP:20260501T114407
CREATED:20220310T054530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T011830Z
UID:11670-1646956800-1646956800@blccj.or.jp
SUMMARY:Webinar with BIO: Investing in a sustainable future
DESCRIPTION:Dear BLCCJ Members\,\nWe would like to invite you to join the webinar with the Belgian Investment Company for Developing Countries – BIO Invest with the topic “Investing in a sustainable future“. This webinar is co-organized by our colleagues of BeLuxCham Vietnam\, but is open to BLCCJ members as well. \n  \nThe mission of the Belgian Investment Company for Developing Countries (BIO) is to support a strong private sector in developing and emerging countries\, to enable them to gain access to growth and sustainable development within the framework of the Sustainable Development Goals. \n  \nSpeakers Mr. Gaëtan Herinckx & Ms. Marie Watelet (please find their cv below) from BIO will present BIO – Invest in general and more specifically the types of financing that they offer to companies in emerging markets.  \nAfterwards Mr. Michel Bertsch from Geuther Vietnam will share his experience when developing his business with BIO – Invest \n  \nWebinar details: \n\nDate: Friday 11 March 2022\nTime: 17:00-18:00 Japan time / 09:00-10:00 BeLux time\nVenue: Zoom Meeting platform\nParticipating fee: Free of charge\nLanguage: English\nTo sign up\, please contact info@blccj.or.jp\n\n\n\nAgenda:\n\nOpen and welcome – Mr. Bart Verheyen\, President BeLuxCham Vietnam\nPresenting BIO and the types of financing they offer to companies in emerging markets – Mr. Gaëtan Herinckx & Ms. Marie Watelet\nSharing experience –  Mr. Michel Bertsch (Geuther Vietnam)\nQ&A\n\n  \nWe look forward to welcoming several BLCCJ members at this interactive webinar! \n 
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/webinar-with-bio-investing-in-a-sustainable-future/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220224T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220224T000000
DTSTAMP:20260501T114407
CREATED:20220223T054530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T011824Z
UID:11669-1645660800-1645660800@blccj.or.jp
SUMMARY:Asian BeLux Chambers Networking
DESCRIPTION:Dear members\,\nThe BLCCJ – together with 14 other Asian BeLux Chambers of Commerce – has the pleasure to invite you to a next joint event. \n  \nThis time join us for an online networking with professionals and entrepreneurs from the different Chambers\, a great way to accelerate business contacts and exchange information. During the interaction the participants can share their professional backgrounds and business goals\, as well as intent to seek exposure to new markets or expand their networks. \n  \nParticipants will be matched into breakout rooms by industry/sector where they will meet with like-minded individuals working with(in) Asia.\nThere will be 8 breakout rooms:\n– FINANCE\n– TECH\n– TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS\n– HR\n– MANUFACTURING\n– AGRONOMY\n– HEALTHCARE\n– TOURISM\n(Kindly note that some breakout rooms might be canceled if not enough interest.) \n  \nEvent details: \nDate: Thursday 24 February 2022\nTime: 18:00-19:15 Japan time / 10:00-11:15 BeLux time\nVenue: Zoom Meeting platform\nIn English\nFree of charge\nMembers-only \n  \nIf you are interested\, please send an email to info@blccj.or.jp by Monday 21 February\, and we will confirm your registration. We need your full name\, company name and title\, as well as your 2 preferred breakout rooms. \nIf your registration is accepted\, you will receive an email with a Zoom invitation link and password on the day of the event (Feb 24). \n  \nWe hope to welcome many of you at the event!
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/asian-belux-chambers-networking/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220212T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20220212T000000
DTSTAMP:20260501T114407
CREATED:20220211T054514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T011817Z
UID:11662-1644624000-1644624000@blccj.or.jp
SUMMARY:6th Inter-Chamber Ski and Snowboard Networking Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Time to register!Skiing\, snow\, fun\, race\, family and friends – the 6th Inter-Chamber Ski Race and Networking Retreat\, Lotte Arai resort\, Niigata \n  \nOpen for registration \n  \nThe Inter-Chamber Ski Race 2022 brings together members of foreign business chambers in Japan\, members of the Japanese business community\, contacts from Niigata and friends of Alpine winter sports. \nSupporting chambers include the chambers from Austria\, Britain\, Belgium-Luxembourg\, Germany\, Spain and Swiss. \n  \nThe event location – the refurbished Lotte Arai Resort in Myoko\, Niigata – is a popular destination in Japan\, guaranteeing snow security even in warm winters. \n  \nThe race in the morning of Feb. 12\, is a two-runs\, painless giant slalom catering to all levels of skiers. We also have a snowboard race\, so feel free to apply as a snowboarder! And for those interested\, join us in the evening of Feb. 11 in the sports bar for a laid back get-together (drinks only\, pay as you order). \nAs the race finishes in the morning\, the afternoon is at everyone’s disposal to do skiing\, snowboarding\, cross-country skiing or enjoying one of the many local hot spas (onsen). The evening award and networking party brings together some 100 people including race participants\, their families and friends and business contacts. \nAttending the race is NOT mandatory\, you are welcome to just attending the race or the evening party. \n  \nAll details\, the registration and online payment forms are available at the event website:\nhttps://www.abc-jpn.net/event/6th-inter-chamber-ski-race/\n  \nRegistration for the event does NOT include accommodation. \nAccommodation can be arranged freely by participants themselves\, fitting their needs as families\, groups of friends or single participants. \n Currently the following hotels still take reservations: \nKaminomiya Onsen Kawaratei\nAPA Hotel Joetsu-Myoko Ekimae\nArt Hotel Joetsu\nLotte Arai Resort in Myoko (for waiting list only\, rooms are fully booked) \n  \nPlease do not hesitate to share this information or the attached event flyer with your friends\, family or business contacts. \nThe more\, the merrier! \n  \nWe are also inviting companies to become raffle sponsors of this event! Please contact the Austrian Chamber for any raffle prizes you have in mind. \n  \nFor the main event sponsor we thank OSF Digital for their support for the 2022 version.
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/6th-inter-chamber-ski-and-snowboard-networking-retreat/
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UID:11668-1644192000-1644192000@blccj.or.jp
SUMMARY:Online event: Meet the BLCCJ Members
DESCRIPTION:We are happy to invite you to a next edition of our:\n“Meet the BLCCJ Members” \n  \nAt this online meet-and-greet 3 new BLCCJ members will present themselves and their company: Julien Hora\, Founder/CEO at Factorize; Pierre Masai\, Senior Advisor to the President/Chief Global Strategy at Toyota Systems Corporation; and Adrien Caron\, Business development and marketing strategist at RealCRO.  \nAfter the presentations we will organize a Q&A session allowing you to interact directly with the BLCCJ members. \nJoin us for this casual meet-and-greet and expand your network! \n  \nEvent details:\nMonday 7 February\n18:30-19:30\nFree of charge\nPresentations will be in English\nMembers-only \n  \nIf you are interested\, please send an email to info@blccj.or.jp before 7 February noon\, and we will confirm your registration. \nThis webinar will be conducted via Zoom Meetings. If your registration is accepted\, you will receive the Zoom invitation link and passcode on the day itself. \n  \nWe look forward to seeing you at this online meet-and-greet!
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/online-event-meet-the-blccj-members/
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UID:11666-1643846400-1643846400@blccj.or.jp
SUMMARY:New Year Party 2022 - CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:Due to the current corona situation and the restrictions that will likely be put in place\, we unfortunately need to CANCEL this event.\nInstead we aim to organize a spring party\, we will share details in due time. \n  \nLet’s start 2022 in a festive manner – together with the new BLCCJ Board of Directors – at our annual New Year Party!\nAfter a 1-year hiatus we are returning to Le Petit Tonneau Toranomon on Thursday 3 February 2022. \n  \nA tasty 3-course menu (waterzooi! vol-au-vent!)\, an open bar with Luxembourg wine and Belgian beers\, and the good company of friends and business partners from the Belgian-Luxembourg community\, all the ingredients for a fun night! \n  \nYou can find more details and the registration form in attachment. \n  \nSeats are limited to 80\, first come first serve.\nDeadline is Monday 31 January (or when seats are full). \n  \nWe look forward to seeing you again!
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/new-year-party-2022-canceled/
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UID:11667-1643155200-1643155200@blccj.or.jp
SUMMARY:Webinar with Puratos - Sustainability in the chocolate world
DESCRIPTION:Dear members\,\n  \nOur first webinar of 2022 is a joint effort with BLCCJ flagship member Puratos: \nSustainability in the chocolate world:\nCacao-Trace – An Impact Revolution Approach To Address Chocolate Chain Issues \n  \nMr. Gricha Safarian\, GM Puratos Vietnam\, and Mr. Sylvestre Awono\, Puratos Cacao-Trace Expert\, will present on the following: \n\n\nImpact Revolution – Stakeholder Capitalism\nBrief history of the birth of Cacao-Trace\nCacao-Trace Impact and success stories\n\n\nThis will be followed by a talk about the Cacao-Trace program in Japan by Mr. Jean-Pierre Bernardino\, President Puratos Japan and BLCCJ Board Member. \nAfterwards all 3 speakers will gladly take your questions. \nYou can find all 3 bios in the attachment. \n  \nEVENT DETAILS\nWednesday 26 January\n18:00-19:00 Japan time / 10:00-11:00 Belgian time\nPresentations + Q&A in English\nFree of charge\nBLCCJ members \n  \nIf you are interested\, please send an email to info@blccj.or.jp  by 26 January noon JST and we will confirm your registration. \n  \nThis webinar will be conducted via Zoom. If your registration is accepted\, you will receive an email with a Zoom invitation link and passcode on the day itself. \n  \nWe hope to welcome many of you at this inspiring webinar! \n  \nThe BLCCJ office
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/webinar-with-puratos-sustainability-in-the-chocolate-world/
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UID:11661-1639526400-1639526400@blccj.or.jp
SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting 2021
DESCRIPTION:Dear BLCCJ members\,\n  \nThe President and the Board of Directors of the BLCCJ are pleased to invite you to the Annual General Meeting\, which will be held as follows: \n  \nDate & Time: Wednesday 15 December 2021 from 6:30PM to 8:00PM \nVenue: Natixis Japan Securities office\nArk Hills South Tower 8F\n1-4-5 Roppongi\, Minato-ku\, Tokyo 106-0032\nhttps://apac.cib.natixis.com/japan/en\nThe necessary safety measures will be taken. \n  \nThe agenda of the meeting will be as follows:\n• Activity report 2021 YTD\n• Closing of books 2021​​ YTD\n• Activity proposals 2022\n• Budget 2022\n• Constitution revision​​​​​\n• Election of Directors 2022-2023 \n  \nPlease take note that your vote or your proxy is very important to us in order to reach the necessary quota to validate the Constitution revision and the Board election process. In case you can not attend\, please reply with the attached ”Proxy nomination” sheet. \n  \nAs a BLCCJ member\, you are eligible to become a Director. If you are interested in joining our active BLCCJ Board of Directors\, please fill in the attached “Candidacy” form. \n  \nDeadline to send back all documents is Friday 10 December. \n  \nAs usual\, we foresee a dinner after the General Meeting. We have booked at Bistro Buzz in Akasaka (JPY 6\,500 pp) from 8:15PM.\nPlease kindly indicate your attendance or non-attendance to the dinner in the attached registration form. \n  \nAttachments are:\n• Convocation letter/registration form\n• Proxy nomination form\n• Candidacy for Directorship form\n• Summary revised Constitution\n• Revised Constitution \n  \nWe hope to see you at this year’s General Meeting! \n  \nThe BLCCJ office
URL:https://blccj.or.jp/events/annual-general-meeting-2021/
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