2026 Midwest U.S.-Japan Association Conference – State of Indiana
“Japan and the Midwest: Illuminating Pathways to Tomorrow”
September 9 - 11, 2026 | Westin Indianapolis Hotel
The Japan-America Society of Indiana is honored to serve as the official supporting partner with the State of Indiana in co-organizing the 56th Annual Joint Meeting of the Midwest U.S.-Japan Association and the Japan-Midwest U.S. Association, to be held in Indianapolis from September 9-11, 2026. The 2026 MWJA Conference, hosted by Indiana Gov. Mike Braun and the Indiana Office of Commerce, will strengthen ties and create new opportunities for shared growth across business, innovation and workforce in the Midwest U.S.-Japan relationship.
This prestigious annual gathering, focused on increasing cooperation between Japan and U.S. Midwest states to advance investment and innovation, will convene more than 500 attendees, including government officials, senior business executives, community leaders, from the bilateral organization's eleven U.S. states and nine prefectural members, marking a pivotal opportunity to showcase the enduring and robust partnership between the Midwest, Japan, and Indiana.
The annual conference features engaging keynote and panel sessions by industry leaders from Japan and the United States; and top networking opportunities with corporate executives driving growth of bilateral trade and investment between Japan and the United States.
With appreciation for the generous support of Luminary Sponsors Eli Lilly & Co. and Purdue University.
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