Founded in 1945 by newspaper, wire service, magazine, radio journalists and photographers who arrived in Japan following the end of the Pacific War, the Foreign Correspondents' Club of Japan has, throughout its history, been the place in not only Japan but also Asia where news has been made. Presidents, Prime Ministers, statesmen, corporate titans, international arts, cultural and sports celebrities from Japan and around the world, as well as many others, famous and infamous, have spoken at the FCCJ over the years.