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SUMMARY:Tapas Night\, Edición Shinenkai
DESCRIPTION:Tapas Night returns with its Shinnenkai Edition\, bringing together the Spanish business community in Japan for an evening of high-value networking in a relaxed and welcoming setting.This event series is designed to strengthen professional connections\, foster new business opportunities\, and mark the beginning of the year in line with the Japanese Shinnenkai tradition. True to its spirit\, Tapas Night combines quality networking with a carefully curated Spanish gastronomic experience\, complemented by a selection of beverages generously provided by our sponsors. This time\, we will be visiting an old friend: Dos Escenas in Akasaka\, a venue well known for recreating the traditional Spanish bar atmosphere on one side and offering modern Spanish cuisine on the other-hence the name Dos Escenas\, or two scenes. As always\, the event is supported by our members Félix Solís\, CVNE\, Osborne\, Covue\, Freixenet\, Oui Wine\, and Riquísimo. An ideal platform to connect\, exchange\, and start the year aligned\, blending Japanese business culture with the social and open character of the Spanish community. RegistrationEvent DetailsDate: Thursday\, January 22\, 2025 Time: 19:00–21:00 (doors open at 18:30)Location:  Dos Escenas\, 〒107-6028 Tokyo\, Minato-ku\, Akasaka\, 1−12−32 ARK Hills・Ark Mori Bldg 2FPrice: Members ¥6\,500 | Non-members ¥7\,500 (fee includes drinks and tapas)Registration deadline: Thursday\, January 15\, 2025\, 17h
URL:https://spanishchamber.or.jp/event/tapas-night-edicion-shinenkai/
LOCATION:Dos Escenas\, Ark Mori Building 2F\, Akasaka Itchome\, Minato-ku\, Tokyo\, 107-6028
CATEGORIES:Tapas Night
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260131T090000
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SUMMARY:10th Inter-Chamber Ski and Snowboard Weekend
DESCRIPTION:The 10th anniversary edition of the Inter-Chamber Ski and Snowboard Weekend is now open for registration.The 2026 edition returns to one of the founding venues of the series: Happo-One\, Hakuba\, one of Japan’s most renowned winter sports destinations. Hakuba\, located in Nagano Prefecture\, offers a high-quality winter experience for skiers\, snowboarders\, cross-country enthusiasts\, and participants simply looking to enjoy a weekend in the Japanese Alps. With approximately 100 participants\, this event is widely recognized as the largest inter-chamber winter retreat in Japan. The weekend is organized by foreign Chambers of Commerce in Japan and attracts a balanced audience\, with roughly 50% Japanese and 50% international participants.The event is open to members and non-members alike\, and participants are welcome to attend with family members\, friends\, and business partners. The Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Japan (SpCCJ) is pleased to support and promote this long-standing inter-chamber initiative within its network. RegistrationEvent Details📅 Date: Friday\, 31 January 2026🏁 Program highlights: Ski & Snowboard Race followed by Evening Awards Ceremony Evening Awards Ceremony VenueHAKUBA TOKYU HOTEL4688 Kitajo\, Hakuba-mura\, Kitaazumi-gun\, Nagano 399-9301Tel: +81 261 72 3001 Access:Shinkansen to Nagano Station → Tokyu Bus (approx. 1h15\, subject to traffic and snow conditions) → Hotel shuttle bus (approx. 3 minutes) Important Registration Notice for SpCCJ Participants➡️ All registrations must be completed via the Advantage Austria website.➡️ SpCCJ participants should select the option “Non-Member” when registering. Race TicketsJPY 3\,000 – Ski / Snowboard (Adults)\n\nJPY 1\,500 – Participants under 20 years oldAwards Party Fees JPY 11\,500 – Participants over 12 years old\n\nJPY 5\,000 – School children up to 12 years old\n\nJPY 4\,500 – Children aged 4–5\n\nFree – Children under 3Cancellation PolicyCancellations made up to ten working days prior to the event will be refunded\, minus a JPY 500 banking fee.Cancellations received after this deadline are non-refundable. RegistrationAccommodationHakuba is a high-demand winter destination\, and availability—particularly on weekends—is limited.Participants are strongly advised to book accommodation as early as possible. 👉 Click HERE to view and book available accommodations in the area.📌 Reservations must be made directly with the hotels. Sponsorship OpportunitiesWe are actively seeking sponsors for this event. Sponsorship options include: Main Event Sponsor\n\nNetworking & Awards Evening Sponsor\n\nRaffle Prize SponsorSponsors benefit from high visibility across a diverse inter-chamber and international audience. 📩 For sponsorship inquiries\, please contact Advantage Austria directly at:tokyo@advantageaustria.org
URL:https://spanishchamber.or.jp/event/10th-inter-chamber-ski-and-snowboard-weekend/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260210T163000
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SUMMARY:EU and Japan Perspectives on Global Regulatory Trends
DESCRIPTION:The Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Japan (SpCCJ) is pleased to support this high-level legal forum organised by the European Business Council in Japan (EBC) in collaboration with the Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus in Japan\, on the occasion of Cyprus’ accession to the Presidency of the Council of the European Union. This panel discussion brings together leading legal practitioners from Europe and Japan to examine how recent and forthcoming EU regulatory developments are shaping global compliance standards and influencing corporate legal strategy in Japan and beyond. Topics will include digital governance and AI regulation\, data protection and cross-border data transfers\, competition law\, merger control\, and corporate compliance frameworks. The panel discussion will be followed by a networking reception\, offering participants the opportunity to exchange views with speakers and fellow professionals in an informal setting.  SpeakersTony Andriotis – Partner\, DLA PiperSpecialist in international arbitration and cross-border dispute resolution.\n\nLaurent Bougard – Counsel\, FreshfieldsExpert in EU competition law\, merger control\, and regulatory compliance.\n\nUlrich Kirchhoff – Partner\, ARQIS Foreign Law Office / TMI AssociatesAdvisor on corporate and regulatory matters for cross-border investors.\n\nBonnie Kong – Partner\, Anderson Mori & TomotsuneSpecialist in international corporate law\, cross-border M&A\, and corporate governance.\n\nDonna Miller – Senior Counsel\, DLA PiperFormer Global General Counsel at Olympus with extensive experience in compliance and litigation.\n\nRobert Rauther – Sonderhoff & EinselSpecialist in intellectual property\, digital regulation\, AI governance\, and EU policy.\n\nYujin Suga – Partner\, Nishimura & AsahiExpert in corporate law\, data protection\, and cross-border transactions.Registration & ContactAdvance registration is required due to limited capacity and security protocols. 📩 RSVP and inquiries: ebc@ebc-jp.com Event Details Date: Tuesday\, 10 February 2026Time:16:30–17:45 | Panel Discussion17:45–18:30 | Networking ReceptionVenue: Europa House\, TokyoFormat: In-personLanguage: EnglishRegistration: RSVP required (limited capacity)
URL:https://spanishchamber.or.jp/event/eu-and-japan-perspectives-on-global-regulatory-trends/
LOCATION:Europa House\, 4-6-28 Minamiazabu\, Minato-ku\, Tokyo\, 106-0047\, Japan
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SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Japan is pleased to invite its members to the 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM)\, to be held in person at the Embassy of Spain in Tokyo. This year’s AGM marks the Chamber’s return to a fully in-person gathering and represents an important institutional milestone for our Spain–Japan business community. Participation is free of charge for members. Governance & ElectionsThe AGM is the highest decision-making body of the Chamber. During the statutory session\, members will: Review FY2025 activities and financial performance\n\nApprove the FY2026 budget\n\nReceive the results of the Board of Directors election (2026–2028 term)Voting will be conducted in advance via online secret ballot. No voting will take place during the AGM session. Special SessionJapan After the Election: Political Direction & Business ImplicationsFollowing the statutory meeting\, members will attend an exclusive political outlook session focused on Japan’s evolving policy landscape after the recent election. \n\nAs Japan recalibrates its political direction\, companies must navigate shifting policy priorities\, regulatory developments\, and geopolitical dynamics. This session will explore what the new political environment means for businesses operating in Japan and within the Spain–Japan corridor. \n\nThe session will be delivered by Kazumoto Eguchi\, Senior Partner at Kreab Tokyo\, bringing extensive experience in public policy and government relations in Japan. Networking ReceptionThe evening will conclude with a networking reception\, offering members the opportunity to reconnect\, exchange perspectives\, and strengthen business relationships. After several years of primarily virtual governance formats\, this AGM provides an important moment to meet again in person. Event Schedule17:00 – 18:00 | Annual General Meeting (Statutory Session)18:00 – 18:45 | Political Outlook Session18:45 – 20:30 | Networking Reception We look forward to welcoming you to this important annual gathering of the Spain–Japan business community. Registration and full information about the AGM
URL:https://spanishchamber.or.jp/event/annual-general-meeting-2026/
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SUMMARY:CLIC Event: Godiva – 100 Years of Deliciousness
DESCRIPTION:Dear SpCCJ members & friends\,  Join us on 9 April for the 15th edition in our CLIC series – celebrating the 100th anniversary of Godiva chocolates! Godiva Japan COO Shinya Kushiyama will be sharing valuable insights into the business strategies and mission behind the brand’s success\, with a focus on their unique approach to the Japanese market. He’ll also highlight some key moments in Godiva’s “100 years of deliciousness” that have helped shape the brand’s legacy. If you’re interested in learning how a leading chocolate brand achieved its remarkable success\, what’s behind its widespread presence in Japan\, or just enjoy hearing great stories from the chocolate world\, this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss! After the presentation there will be a networking session where you can meet and connect with members from different chambers of commerce\, a great chance to expand your professional network and engage with industry professionals. Event DetailsDate: Thursday\, 9 April 2026Time: 19:00 – 21:00 (doors open at 18:30)Venue: Godiva Cafe FutagotamagawaFutagotamagawa Rise Shopping Center Terrace Market 2F\, 1-14-1 Tamagawa\, Setagaya\, Tokyo 158-0094Registration deadline: Friday 3 April at 12:00 or when seats are full RegistrationAbout the SpeakerShinya Kushiyama has been with Godiva Japan since 2019\, starting as Chief Information Officer and then Director Supply Chain & IT. In 2023-2024 he was the Representative Director for another iconic Belgian chocolate brand\, Pierre Marcolini Japan\, which was taken over by Orchid\, the same mother company as Godiva Japan. Since 2024 he is the Chief Operating Officer for both Godiva Japan and Orchid. About CLICCLIC is a loose organization of 12 smaller European Chambers of Commerce in Japan created to organize innovative networking events that promote the exchange of ideas between members. CLIC includes the Austrian Business Council and the Belgian-Luxembourg\, Danish\, Dutch\, Finnish\, Greek\, Icelandic\, Irish\, Norwegian\, Spanish\, Swedish\, and Swiss Chambers of Commerce.
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SUMMARY:C.V.N.E. CEO Victor Urrutia – “Owner’s Vision” Seminar & Exclusive Tasting
DESCRIPTION:Dear SpCCJ Members & firends\, We are pleased to announce a special event hosted by Mikuni Wine\, welcoming Victor Urrutia\, the 5th‑generation owner and CEO of the historic Spanish winery C.V.N.E. (Compañía Vinícola del Norte de España). During his visit to Japan\, Mr. Urrutia will lead an exclusive seminar and tasting session at the Embassy of Spain in Tokyo\, offering unique insights into the past\, present\, and future of Spanish wine.  Event OverviewDate: April 16\, 2026 (Thursday)Time: 16:00–18:30 (Doors open at 15:30)Venue: Embassy of Spain – Auditorium & Exhibition Hall (Roppongi\, Tokyo) This special program consists of two parts: “Owner’s Vision” Seminar (16:00–17:00)C.V.N.E. CEO Victor Urrutia will share his perspectives on: – The future of Spanish wine in the global market\n\n– Strategic initiatives shaping C.V.N.E.’s next chapter\n\n– The renewed worldwide recognition of wines from Rioja and other key Spanish regionsAs both a guardian of tradition and a global-minded innovator\, Mr. Urrutia continues to uphold C.V.N.E.’s founding principle of “creating the best wine” — expanding it into “bringing the best wine to the world.” Exclusive Tasting Session (17:00–18:30)Attendees will have the opportunity to taste: 10+ wines from C.V.N.E.’s acclaimed wineries\, crafted in Spain’s most prestigious regions\n\nA rare vertical tasting of C.V.N.E.’s flagship Rioja wine\, Imperial Gran Reserva\, featuring three exceptional vintages: 2009\, 2010\, 2011.This is a unique chance to experience the evolution and depth of one of Spain’s most iconic wines. Registration
URL:https://spanishchamber.or.jp/event/c-v-n-e-ceo-victor-urrutia-owners-vision-seminar-exclusive-tasting/
LOCATION:Embassy of the Kingdom of Spain\, 1-3-29 Roppongi\, Minato City\, Tokyo\, 106-0032\, Japan
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260605T183000
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SUMMARY:KANSAI INTERNATIONAL MEISHI EXCHANGE 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Japan (SpCCJ) is pleased to support the Kansai International Meishi Exchange (KIME) 2026\, a leading cross-chamber networking event in the Kansai region.  Organised by the American Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ACCJ) in collaboration with multiple international chambers\, this initiative brings together a broad range of professionals across industries\, creating a high-value platform to build connections\, exchange insights\, and explore business opportunities in Western Japan.  Hosted at the Waldorf Astoria Osaka\, the event offers a premium environment designed to facilitate meaningful interactions among international companies\, entrepreneurs\, and professionals active in Kansai.  Event Details  Date: Friday\, June 5\, 2026 Time: 18:30 – 20:30 (doors open at 18:00) Venue: Waldorf Astoria Osaka\, Grand Ballroom (2F)  Participation Fee: JPY 12\,000 (members) / JPY 13\,500 (non-members) (includes free-flow drinks and finger food) \n\nDeadline: Friday\, May 29 at 15:00Register hereCo-hosting Chambers                                                                                                                                                                                      American Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ACCJ) British Chamber of Commerce in Japan (BCCJ) Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Japan (CCCJ) French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (CCIFJ) German Chamber of Commerce in Japan (AHK) Indian Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ICCJ) Kobe Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) Korean Chamber of Commerce & Industry in Hyogo (KCCJ Hyogo) Osaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI)  Supporting Chambers                                                                                                                                                                                   Austrian Business Council (ABC) Belgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce in Japan (BLCCJ) Italian Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ICCJ) Norwegian Chamber of Commerce in Japan (NCCJ) Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Japan (SpCCJ) Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce in Japan (UCCJ) 
URL:https://spanishchamber.or.jp/event/kansai-international-meishi-exchange-2026/
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