The Japan Society is a national organization of corporations, professional firms, organizations, societies, associations, academic institutions, government departments and individuals which is focused on: Enabling Canadian and Japanese business executives, professionals, academic leaders and government representatives to meet on a regular basis to discuss matters of mutual and collective interest; Furthering strong and viable economic relations between Canada and Japan; Enabling Members to acquire greater cultural understanding and the ability to establish long-lasting relationships; and Supporting business, educational and cultural exchanges. The members of the Society believe that as Canada and Japan become more interdependent and their relationship becomes more complex, The Japan Society will assume an increasingly important role in achieving an enhanced level of relationship building and mutual understanding.