The American Friends of the International House of Japan (AFIHJ) is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit corporation with the mission of promoting international good will and understanding by encouraging and fostering active relationships among scholars, educators, scientists, business people and other persons from Japan, the United States, and other nations, as well as educational and other institutions. AFIHJ accomplishes this primarily through supporting the International House of Japan (IHJ), raising IHJ's profile in North America, expanding its membership, especially among next generation leaders, and providing financial support.