Source: Prime Minister's Office of Japan
（https://www.kantei.go.jp/jp/103/discourse/20250304message1.html）
In order to help Japan emerge as a leading asset management center on the global stage, we will be hosting our third “Japan Weeks” event this October.
The event includes the Asset Management Forum, which will feature discussions on alternative investments, contributions to investments across Japan, and more.
Video Message from Prime Minister ISHIBA Shigeru at the 14th Japan Securities Summit (March 4, 2025).
Video available on the official website for the Prime Minister's Office of Japan.
The government is currently promoting initiatives aimed at the International Financial Center and the strengthening of Japan as a leading asset management center.
As a part of these efforts, "Japan Weeks" was launched in 2023 and saw the participation of foreign investors and asset management firms in various events.
The third "Japan Weeks" will be held in the fall of 2025 to help align asset management policies with the needs of domestic and international financial institutions and investors, as well as promote and encourage investment in the Japanese market abroad.
Its core week will last from October 20 to October 24, and a variety of other events will be held in the preceding and following weeks.
Information about each event will be updated in due course.
* Please confirm the event details and registration method for each event with the individual organisers.
* FSA does not supervise the organisation and running of the events held.
October 7, 2025 10:00-13:30
AXA Investment Managers Japan Limited
In-person
Join us for a presentation on the revival of hedge funds and the rising prominence of emerging managers, followed by a roundtable discussion.
Contact:
Email: TokyoMarketing@axa-im.com
October 8, 2025 10:00-19:00
Japan Regional Committee, FIX Trading Community
In-person
An interactive program that addresses market needs, providing impartial and high-quality content by the industry leading speakers. Business and technical agenda around the evolving financial market structure and its technology. Ample networking opportunities throughout the day with a cocktail party in the evening.
Contact:
Email: fixj@jtbcom.co.jp
October 8, 2025 15:30-18:30
Japan Stewardship Forum
Online
Ten years have passed since the establishment of the Stewardship Code and Corporate Governance Code. Aiming to make these codes more practical, efforts are being made to promote dialogue between companies and investors. This event will discuss the direction of governance reform and the response of institutional investors.
Contact:
Email: info@stewardship.co.jp
October 8-9, 2025 13:30-17:30
The Organization of Global Financial City Tokyo
Hybrid
This seminar is aimed to learn disclosure know-how from investor's perspective,English disclosure examples,tips for communicating with overseas investors, utilization of AI translation, etc.
Contact:
Email: oguni@j-eurusir.comTel: 090-5829-6685
October 9, 2025 16:30-18:30
Goldman Sachs
Hybrid
Goldman Sachs Japan Traders Forum Conference, a premier event for an in-depth discussion on liquidity solutions and a first look at the revolutionary Global Platform, Atlas Japan. Invitation only.
October 11, 2025 14:00-16:00
City of Sapporo
Hybrid
This seminar series is designed for students and young professionals. Experts will provide easy-to-understand explanations of GX and finance, exploring future possibilities for Sapporo and Hokkaido. In the first session, we'll learn the basics of GX together with popular educational YouTuber Yobinori Takumi !
Contact:
Tel: 011-210-55902
October 8-10, 2025
(October 9 9:00-22:00)
Asia Pacific Real Assets Association (APREA)
In-person
The Asia Pacific Real Assets Leaders’ Congress is APREA's flagship event and the centerpiece of its 20th anniversary celebration.
With the theme Building the Real Assets Future Together, a panel discussion on the Japanese market will also be held.
Contact:
Email: events@aprea.asia
October 9, 2025 18:15-21:00
AIMA Japan & Visual Alpha
In-person
Join us for an exclusive session spotlighting Japan’s potential for global asset managers. Explore investment opportunities, hear from industry leaders, and gain practical insights on setting up Tokyo. We are delighted to invite a keynote speaker from FinCity.Tokyo.
Contact:
Email: ksomeya@aima.org
October 10, 2025 13:00-17:35
The Securities Analysts Association of Japan
Hybrid
40th SAAJ Annual Conference "Altering International Landscape and Japanese Corporate Strategy： The Next Frontier in Value Enhancement"
Contact:
Email: taikai@saa.or.jp
October 14, 2025 13:00-18:00
LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group)
In-person
LSEG will explore key global themes addressed—such as generative AI becomes increasingly embedded in daily operations, cross-border financial crime prevention and the growing complexity of risk management—together with authorities in each area.
Contact:
Tel: 03-6441-1200
Email: japan.event@lseg.com
October 14, 2025 15:00-18:30
City of Sapporo
In-person
The Mayor of Sapporo will present on the city's initiatives as a business hub, followed by a panel discussion aimed at domestic financial professionals, investors, VCs, Fintech/GX businesses, and startups.
Contact:
Tel: 0112112423
Email: gx.promotion@city.sapporo.jp
October 14-16, 2025(14th evening only, 15-16th full day)
Goldman Sachs
in-person
The Annual Asia Hedge Fund Symposium is an invitation-only event for hedge fund managers and hedge fund allocators.
Contact:
Email: gs-ahfs-scheduling@gs.com
October 15, 2025 13:00-20:30
The Organization of Global Financial City Tokyo
Hybrid
Leaders from government, finance, and business sectors gather under the theme "Japan's Sustainable Finance Strategy to the World." Providing practical insights and guidelines on policy and institutional design, corporate collaboration, international cooperation, and advanced technology utilization for building sustainable financial systems.
Contact:
Email: mk-seminar@jiji.co.jp
October 15, 2025 13:30 -16:00
Gresham House
In-person
An opportunity to hear from thought leaders in the areas of nature restoration and the energy transition. As these areas become increasingly important to investors globally, and in Japan, we will highlight the current investment opportunities.
Contact:
Email: m.harper@greshamhouse.com
October 15, 2025 15:00-19:30
Nomura Securities Co.,Ltd.
In-person
Nomura is pleased to welcome our clients to Nomura Networking Night 2025 in Tokyo.
The event will focus on creating new and strengthening existing partnerships, providing an opportunity for attendees to exchange views and deepen the network among the investment community. We hope this event will be a showcase to Nomura`s commitment to connecting Markets East and West as we mark our 100th anniversary later this year.
Please note this event is by invitation only.
October 15, 2025 16:30-19:30
Blackstone
In-person
Steve Schwarzman, Chairman and CEO of Blackstone, the world's largest alternative manager, will join global and domestic leaders from the firm's private credit, real estate and private equity businesses to share insights on the macroeconomic environment and investment trends in private markets. As Blackstone celebrates its 40th anniversary, this exclusive event brings together financial institutions and asset owners shaping the investment landscape.
October 15, 2025 17:00-18:30
Japan Alternative Data Accelerator Association
Hybrid
At our hackathon results presentation, you'll gain new insights from real-world examples of alternative data use.
Contact:
Email: temp@alternativedata.or.jp
October 16, 2025 11:30-12:30
Jointly hosted by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, Tokyo Branch
HSBC Securities (Japan) Co., Ltd.
in-person
Global macro economy is changing rapidly by US tariff policy, HSBC's Chief European Economist, headquartered in London, will provide the latest outlook for the European economy to Japanese financial institutions. This event is by invitation only.
October 16, 2025 14:00-18:00
Preqin, a part of BlackRock
Hybrid
The event will welcome LPs and GPs to exchange and discuss the private markets in Japan. Attendance to this event is by invite only. Please register your interest here: https://go.preqin.com/japan-weeks-2025/register-your-interest/en
October 16, 2025 17:30-20:30
SPARX Asset Management Co., Ltd.
In-person
SPARX, an independent investment company, offers not only traditional Japanese equity strategies but also a broad range of alternative investments. CEO Shuhei Abe will be joined by the heads of Private Equity and Equity Long-Short strategies to discuss the Japanese equity market and the alternative investments.
Contact:
Email: SAM-Events-GBD@sparxgroup.com
October 17, 2025 9:00-13:00
ISDA
In-person
This exclusive event will explore the progress of policy initiatives to promote the country’s asset management sector, as well as how derivatives can help enhance investment strategies. This event is invitation only.
Contact:
Email: ISDA_JFSA@isda.org
October 17, 2025 15:30-19:00
Macquarie Asset Management Japan Co., Ltd.
In-person
Infra supports people's daily lives. Event introduces the world of infra investment by shedding light on the behind-the-scenes efforts that never receive attention.
Contact:
Email: MAMCSGJapanEvent@macquarie.com
October 17, 2025 16:00-18:00 (followed by networking reception from 18:00 to 19:00)
Accounting for Sustainability (A4S)
In-person
This is an invitation-only C-suite level event for CFOs and CIOs to hold cross-sector discussions on the gaps and barriers to progress transition planning in Japan, what policy support is needed and what priority next steps can be taken by different Summit participants.
Contact:
Email: george.teng@a4s.org, michael.bushnell@a4s.org
October 17, 2025 15:00 - 19:30
Societe Generale Securities Japan Limited
In-person
This seminar aims to promote the globalization of financial markets and to raise awareness of the importance of alternative investments. In particular, it emphasizes the role of infrastructure investment and explores strategies for achieving sustainable growth.
October 20, 2025 9:00-13:00
Sumitomo Mitsui DS Asset Management
In-person
Sumitomo Mitsui DS Asset Management hosts the "Japan Investment Seminar 2025" to promote investment in the Japanese stock market by providing overseas investors with opportunities to deepen their understanding through dialogues with experts.
Contact:
Email: yuki_nakazawa@smd-am.co.jp
October 20, 2025 10:00-12:00 (Scheduled)
Ownership Works Japan, Inc.
In-person
Launch event for Ownership Works Japan, Inc. a nonprofit organization, which promotes employee onwership and maxmizing employee engagement by implementing broad-based employee ownership. The organization's mission is to spread the concept of employee ownership among Japanese companies and to realize both corporate value creation and increased employee income. This initiative enables employees and shareholders to "be on the same boat" and jointly benefit from the long-term enhancement of corporate value.
October 20, 2025 9:30-13:00
EQT Partners Japan K.K.
In-person
An introduction of European &Asian Private Assets Investment Opportunities.
Click here for details. https://eqtgroup.com/jp
Contact:
Tel: 03-6693-4333
October 20, 2025 10:00-18:00
International Capital Market Association (ICMA)
Secretariat: BofA Securities Japan Securities Company, Limited
Supported by Japan Securities Dealers Association (JSDA),TCFD Consortium
In-person
This is a teach-in session to acquire practical knowledge about the Sustainability Principles of the International Capital Market Association (ICMA), which is the global standard for issuing sustainability bonds in the global market
Contact:
Email: dg.bofa_icma_training@bofa.com
October 20, 2025 11:00-14:00
Apollo Management Japan Limited
In-person
Apollo’s senior managements and investment professionals will discuss increasing opportunities to provide flexible, long dated capital to corporations and investment opportunities in the ongoing “Global Industrial Renaissance”.
Contact:
Email: Japan@apollo.com
https://www.apollo.com/jp/ja/homepage
October 20, 2025 13:00-16:00
IFAC
hybrid
Investors need high-quality financial and sustainability reporting to allocate capital effectively. The IFAC Global Investor Group (GIG) will connect investors with the accountancy profession to improve dialogue, align assurance with investor needs, and strengthen the credibility of disclosures across global capital markets. The inaugural meeting will identify priority issues and next steps.
Contact:
Email: cecilebonino@ifac.org
October 20, 2025 13:00-18:00
Japan Securities Dealers Association
Hybrid
Gain deeper insight into the current growth capital landscape for startups both in Japan and abroad, and identify next steps with key stakeholders.
Contact:
Tel: +81-(0)3-6665-6770
Email: equity@wan.jsda.or.jp
October 20, 2025 14:00-18:30
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group
In-person
We will discuss the latest trends in domestic and international private assets, from credit investments to aircraft, and provide market insights from our group's financial analysts.
October 20, 2025 PM
Goldman Sachs Asset Management Co., Ltd.
In-person
We will host the 2nd OCIO Seminar. The Global Co-Head of OCIO, Outsourced Chief Investment Officer will discuss solutions to the challenges facing asset owners. (Invitation-only)
Contact:
Email: am-tk-inst-sales@gs.com
October 20, 2025 17:00-20:00 (tentative)
Bloomberg
In-person
Provide the unique networking opportunities for executives in Financial industry to connect and exchange ideas and challenges.(Invitation-only)
October 21, 2025 13:00-19:30
Japan Asset Management Forum
In-person
The Asset Management Forum was established to contribute to the Japanese government’s Policy Plan for Promoting Japan as a Leading Asset Management Center. It engages in discussions and information sharing on a wide range of asset management topics. As part of its activities, the Forum holds an annual meeting.
Contact:
Email: info@amforum.jp
October 21, 2025 8:00-19:00
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Jefferies Financial Group
In-person
This is an invitation-only event co-hosted with Jefferies, which has extensive expertise in sustainability. The event will feature panel discussions with international experts on investment trends and overseas case studies that serve as references for monetizing energy transition.
October 21, 2025
Conference: 9:30-17:30
Reception: 17:30-20:00
GFTN Japan (Co-Organized with SMBC)
In-person
During the morning session at GFTN Connect we will explore the impact of stablecoins on the Japan financial ecosystem, covering fundamentals, market dynamics, institutional adoption, and any disruptive effects on traditional payments and points. In the afternoon we examine major shifts transforming asset management and the broader financial landscape in Japan. After an overview of global and domestic asset management trends, we will explore how policy can foster a sustainable investor culture, how asset owners are adapting to a changing wealth environment, how digital innovation is reshaping asset management, and whether diversification is pushing capital beyond traditional US markets.
Contact:
Email: info@gftfnorum.jp
October 21, 2025 10:00-18:00
International Capital Market Association (ICMA)
Secretariat: Nomura Securities Co.,LTD.
Supported by Japan Securities Dealers Association (JSDA),
TCFD Consortium
In-person
This is a teach-in session to acquire practical knowledge about the Sustainability Principles of the International Capital Market Association (ICMA), which is the global standard for issuing sustainability bonds in the global market
Contact: Okayama Shoka University Industry-Academia-Government Collaboration Center
Email: risa.nemoto@nomura.com
October 21, 2025 13:10-14:40
Okayama Shoka University, Japan Financial Literacy and Education Corporation (J-FLEC)
In-person
To commemorate the 60th anniversary of Okayama Shoka University, a lecture will be given by Satoshi Ando, President of J-FLEC. The lecture will explore the role of financial education and the importance of asset formation.
Contact: Okayama Shoka University Industry-Academia-Government Collaboration Center
Email: sangakukan@po.osu.ac.jp
October 22, 2025 8:00-10:00
Asia Investor Group on Climate Change (AIGCC)
In-person
To bring together domestic and international investors, research institutions, power utilities, and policymakers to discuss challenges and opportunities associated with financing Japan’s energy transition by sharing recommendations, approaches and developments.
Contact:
Email: nigel.decoopman@aigcc.net
October 22, 2025
9:00-12:00 (Scheduled)
Research Affiliates/Asset Management One
In-person
We will discuss topics related to the advancement of beta management, including the issues of traditional market capitalization-weighted indices and the effectiveness of recent ESG indices. This event is by invitation only.
Contact:
Email: mb-amone-seminar@am-one.co.jp
October 22, 2025 13:00-18:00
Financial Services Agency
In-person
On October 22, the Financial Services Agency (FSA) will organize “Asia Day,” an event aimed at promoting investment in Asia. The event will bring together financial authorities from across Asia and global asset management professionals, etc. Featured speakers include the Commissioner of the FSA, the President of the Asian Development Bank, and the Group CEO of Japan Exchange Group.
Contact:
Email: asiaday@fsa.go.jp
October 22, 2025 14:00-16:00
Japan Impact-driven Financing Initiative
Supporter&Sponsor：Sumitomo Life Insurance Company
Hybrid
Achieving greater social impact through the growth of impact startups presents a range of challenges. At this event, we will use impact IPO cases as a starting point to share key issues and engage in discussion on potential solutions.
Contact:
Email: huminori_satou@am.sumitomolife.co.jp
Tel: 050-3655-2062
October 22, 2025 15:30-18:00
Citigroup Global Markets Japan Inc.
In-person
This exclusive, invitation-only event will offer a macro-level perspective on the profound impact of evolving global rates environments and financial regulations on the markets. Distinguished senior leaders from leading clearinghouses worldwide, including CME, EUREX, JPX/JSCC, and LSEG/LCH, will share their insights and discuss the future trajectory of the derivatives market.
Contact:
Email: japan.fc.fx@citi.com
October 22, 2025
16:00-19:00 (Scheduled)
AIMA Japan / White & Case LLP / Langham Hall
In-person
Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, for the first time ever, released an authoritative English-language model crafted specifically to streamline cross-border fundraising this summer. In this seminar, one of the drafters will unpack key clauses, demonstrate practical use-cases, and answer your structuring queries.
October 22, 2025
16:00-19:00
HEIWA REAL ESTATE CO.,LTD.; City of Sapporo
In-person
In Hokkaido and Sapporo, GX investment is expected to grow, but concerns over issues like environmental damage remain. This seminar will discuss how the region will change going forward.
Contact:
Tel: 0112112423
Email: gx.promotion@city.sapporo.jp
Tel: 03-3666-0185
October 22, 2025
18:30-20:00
Financial Services Agency, Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, J-FLEC
Online
As lifestyles are becoming more diverse, asset building suitable for each person's life plan is important.
Let's learn about NISA and iDeCo, and think about asset building. (This seminar will be held in Japanese only.)
October 23, 2025 8:45-13:30
BNP Paribas Securities Japan
BNP Paribas Tokyo Branch
BNP Paribas Asset management
In-person
BNP Paribas’ annual flagship event started in Singapore in 2016. The forum explores latest innovations and shares insights and perspectives on a wide array of topics from sustainability leaders across sectors. The event is exclusively for BNP Paribas’ clients.
October 23, 2025
Event: 9:00-17:10
Reception: 17:30-19:00
Japanese Bankers Association
Co-hosted by Regional Banks Association of Japan,
The Second Association of Regional Banks,
Trust Companies Association of Japan
In-person
Under the theme of “attracting foreign money,” the event aims to promote the attractiveness of Japan as an investment destination, serving as a catalyst for initiating and expanding investment in Japan. Registration is required.
October 23, 2025
9:00-17:30 (Symposium)
17:30-19:00 (reception)
AIF APAC
In-person
Amid a rapidly changing macroeconomic and geopolitical environment, alpha generation and risk management are at the top of APAC institutional asset owners’ minds. This symposium will offer opportunities for the world's largest asset owners to learn from each other by sharing best ideas, best practices, and best information about portfolio construction and performance across geographies with a special focus on private market investments.
Click here for details. https://www.aifapac.org/
Contact:
TEL: +82-10-6374-3446
Email: schung@aifglobal.org
October 23, 2025 PM
Asia GX Consortium
Hybrid
Financial regulators, financial institutions, and others in Asia engaged in in-depth discussions to accelerate the scaling up of transition finance in the region.
Contact:
Tel: 03-3506-6925
October 23, 2025
13:30-16:00 (Scheduled)
Asia Investor Group on Climate Change (AIGCC) and Nissay Asset Management
Hybrid
We invite asset owners to an exclusive hybrid exchange focused on the opportunities and challenges in climate investment strategies. Through showcasing real-world examples and convening conversations among asset owners, this session offers a space to discuss approaches for asset owners to scale climate-led investments in Asia.
October 23, 2025 14:00-17:20
(Reception 17:20-18:30)
Co-hosted by QUICK Corp. and JPX Market Innovation & Research, Inc.
In-person
The power of data, unlocked by AI, is ready to new era of Japanese financial market. Explore the possibilities with QUICK, JPX, and other participants.
Contact:
Email: info.pr.c@quick.jp
October 23, 2025 16:00-19:30
(Registration starts at 15:30)
Natixis CIB
In-person
This is an invitation-only event primarily for individuals involved in financial-related operations at asset management companies, other financial institutions, and major corporations. The first part will feature an economic seminar on the Japanese and global economies, while the second part is our banking branch opening ceremony followed by networking cocktail.
Contact:
Email: economic-seminar2025@natixis.com
October 23, 2025 18:15-20:50
CFA Society Japan
In-person
Following the success of previous years, CFA Japan will host a Japan Weeks event titled “Networking Night for the Future of Asset Management - Talent Development and interaction with Investors & Professionals.” This is because the key to moving forward with the government's and the Financial Services Agency's initiative to promote Japan as a leasing asset management and financial center is human resources. This year's event will also provide an opportunity for interaction between young people and asset management professionals, in addition to lectures and panel discussions on the topic of developing the next generation of asset management professionals.
Contact: CFA Society Japan
Contact phone number: 03-3517-5471
Email: info@cfaj.org, public.relationship@cfaj.org
October 24, 2025 9:00-10:30
Investment Company Institute
In-person
This ICI member event will discuss key asset management related policies to foster greater use of capital market investing and asset-based income for Japanese household to build a secure future. This event is invitation only.
Contact:
Email: ICIGlobal@ici.org
October 24, 2025 9:00-14:00
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group
In-person
The event will feature a keynote speech, panel discussions, and other activities centered around the theme of "Startup Investment." Institutional investors, venture capital firms, and other key players in the investment chain will be invited to discuss topics such as the significance and challenges of investing in unlisted equities, as well as initiatives related to EMP (Emerging Market Programs) and other relevant subjects.
October 24, 2025 13:30-19:10
The Organization of Global Financial City Tokyo
Hybrid
With the application of SSBJ disclosure standards from March 2026, sustainability management becomes a crucial strategy for enhancing competitiveness and corporate value for mid-sized and small enterprises. You can learn from multiple perspectives including collaboration cases with large corporations, utilization of financial support systems, and women's empowerment promotion strategies.
Contact:
Email: mk-seminar@jiji.co.jp
October 24, 2025 14:30-19:00
Nomura Asset Management Co., Ltd.
In-person
At this seminar we share our insights and views on the new investment opportunities originated in Japan from public to private markets and their potential for future growth, based on various perspectives from cross-over investments to growing Japanese private assets (invitation only).
October 24, 2025
15:30 Registration open/16:00 Seminar Start/17:30 Cocktail reception Start/ 19:00 End
KBRA (Kroll Bond Rating Agency)
In-person
In response to the rapid growth of the private credit market, this seminar explores recent developments in the US and Europe, Japan’s potential for expansion, evolving investor types and strategies, and emerging opportunities across the private credit landscape.
Contact:
Email: Events@kbra.com
October 28, 2025 19:00-20:00
Investment Diagnosis Association, J-FLEC
Online
This seminar mainly focuses on families raising children, for building assets to achieve life plans, ranging from educational expenses and home purchases to retirement living. Learn investment fundamenSuch educational expenses and home purchases to retirement living,tals and risk management principles while exploring the mechanisms and characteristics of stocks, bonds, and mutual funds.
Contact:
Email: info@toushishindan.com
Tel: 03-6447-4104
October 29, 2025 13:30-18:00
Bloomberg
In-person
Join us at the Bloomberg AI in Finance Summit to explore how AI is reshaping financial markets. Hear from industry leaders, policy experts, and tech innovators on cutting-edge applications, regulatory developments, and the future of financial research.
Contact:
Email: zsun161@bloomberg.net
October 29, 2025 14:00-18:00
Carlyle
In-person
Carlyle is delighted to host an invitation-only event where a group of senior leaders from across the firm will share their perspectives on the private equity environment and the firm’s various strategies.
Click here for details. https://www.carlyle.com/ja/firm
October 29, 2025 16:00-17:30
Co-organized by JIAM and NRI
In-person
Examining the issue of small-cap listings and growth potential in Japan’s equity market through cases from both independent and major asset managers.
Contact:
Email: contact@jiam-consortium.org
November 4, 2025 10:00-11:25
Deloitte Tohmatsu
In-person
Experts from Deloitte Tohmatsu will hold a panel discussion on the challenges and future prospects of the International Financial Center Tokyo and Japan as a leading asset management center. (By invitation only)
Contact:
Email: yukihisa.yamamoto@tohmatsu.co.jp
November 4, 2025 12:00-20:00
Nomura Securities Co.,LTD.
In-person
It is a place to disseminate Japan's efforts and technological innovations toward achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 to the world and create international investment opportunities.
Contact:
Nemoto, Nomura Securities Co.,LTD.
Tel: 03-6838-4381
Email: risa.nemoto@nomura.com
November 5, 2025
Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
Hybrid
The Summit will hold word-leading discussions on transition finance and the realization of a Green Transformation, aiming to promote cooperation between government, business, and finance.
November 5, 2025 13:00-17:30
Goldman Sachs Asset Management Co., Ltd./Goldman Sachs Japan Co., Ltd
Hybrid
Global thought leaders from our alternatives business will discuss the latest market trends and strategies in alternative assets and private markets. The summit will focus on new investment opportunities and themes.(Invitation-only)
Contact:
Email: AltsummitJapan@gs.com
November 6, 2025 08:30-18:00
International Capital Market Association(ICMA)
Japan Securities Dealers Association(JSDA)
Hybrid
The Conference of the Principles is the premier global annual event for the sustainable bonds market, gathering key representatives from around the world and across the value chain to engage in critical discussions on the future of sustainable finance. Registration is required.
Contact: Yamamoto, JSDA
Email: a_yamamoto@wan.jsda.or.jp
Tel: +81-(0)3-6665-6793
September 1-5, 2025 09:00-18:00
Mizuho Securities
In-person
Japan Alpha Conference 2025 is a comprehensive cross-sector equity investor conference and the 19th annual flagship conference(6th as the Japan Alpha Conference), with over 200 leading Japanese corporates participating in the event.
September 16-26, 2025 9:00-18:00
Nomura Securities Co.,LTD.
Online
We present the Nomura Group’s sustainability initiatives, including sustainability-related businesses, online. Furthermore, we offer online seminars covering research in various sustainability-related areas such as decarbonization and impact investment.
Contact:
Atsushi Sato, Nomura Securities Co.,LTD.
Tel：03-6703-1202
Email: atsushi.sato@nomura.com
September 24, 2025 11:30-14:00
FinanceMalta and JIAM
In-person
Malta is gaining increasing recognition as a fund domicile. This roundtable will inform participants of its advantages and explore how the Japanese asset management industry can make use of such advantages.
Contact:
Email: naomi.takegoshi@jiam-consortium.org
September 25, 2025 20:00-21:30
Japan Financial Literacy and Education Corporation (J-FLEC)
Online
This seminar is designed for beginners to clarify common questions about income, expenses, and social security, especially after retirement.
Contact: J-FLEC Online Seminar Secretariat
Email: j-flec_seminar@unei-jimukyoku.jp
September 29, 2025 15:00-17:00
The Investment Trusts Association,Japan
Japan Investment Advisers Association
In-person
The Investment Trusts Association, Japan and the Japan Investment Advisers Association will hold the Asset Management Business Conference to reaffirm the social mission and role of asset management companies and to provide an opportunity for the public to deepen their understanding of the asset management business.
Contact:
Tel: 03-5614-8501
Email: jita-general@toushin.or.jp
September 30, 2025 10:00-11:30
Keidanren/GPIF(Government Pension Investment Fund)
In-person
This roundtable aims to enhance medium- to long-term corporate value by facilitating constructive dialogue between asset owners, including GPIF, and Keidanren member companies, based on the Asset Owner Principles.
Contact:
Email: naomi.takegoshi@jiam-consortium.org
October 2, 2025 15:00-16:00
Japan Securities Dealers Association
Japanese Stock Exchanges Conference
Japan Investment Trusts Association
In-person
Industry representatives (JSDA, etc.) express their determination toward specific measures that they should take, and guest speakers provide their insight that resonates as industry guidelines. This is an invitation-only event (in Japanese only).
October 3, 2025 18:00-21:00
The Organization of Global Financial City Tokyo
Japan Exchange Group, Inc./Tokyo Stock Exchange, Inc.
Japan Financial Literacy and Education Corporation
Hybrid
Through three core themes—'Financial Economic Education,' 'Asset Management,' and 'Startups'—this program provides practical insights and actionable guidelines that guide participants from 'contemplating' to 'creating' the future of finance, while exploring in-depth perspectives that bridge financial institutions and entrepreneurial viewpoints.
Contact:
Email: mk-seminar@jiji.co.jp
October 4, 2025 10:00-16:30
Rakuten Securities, Inc.
Hybrid
On October 4th, "Investment Day," we will hold a special seminar. Experts will widely cover the latest market trends, investment strategies, NISA, iDeCo, and more. Online viewing is available to everyone without prior registration.
October 4, 2025
13:00-15:00 (Scheduled)
Japan Securities Dealers Association
Japan Exchange Group
The Investment Trusts Association, Japan
In-person
This talk and puzzle-solving event offers an opportunity to learn about investment securities and aims to encourage college students and those who have watched our archived investment securities video to think about future investments and asset building.
Contact: Japan Securities Dealers Association, Public Relations Department
Tel: 03-6665-6762
November 10-12, 2025 9:00-18:00
Global Fiduciary Symposium
In-person
The Global Fiduciary Symposium is the largest and most prestigious annual meeting of Japan’s most important pension and retirement plan executives. Delegates of the Symposium are have oversight and responsibility for directly managing their plan, endowment, foundation, or sovereign wealth fund assets. While most asset owners are from Japan’s leading corporate, public, endowment, and foundation plans, the Symposium also includes leading asset owners worldwide, including the UK, Europe, USA, Canada, Australia, and Asia.
Contact:
Email: info@globalfiduciarysymposium.com
November 13, 2025 15:00-18:00
Natixis Investment Managers
In-person
This symposium, the first of its kind in Japan, will bring together the affiliates of Natixis Investment Managers to discuss effective investment strategies in an era of heightened uncertainty. Each asset management company will share insights based on their specialized expertise. Affiliates with strengths in various asset classes—equities, bonds, and private assets—will present their outlook and investment strategies. This is an invitation-only event.
Contact:
Natixis Investment Managers, Client Service & Marketing Department
Email: contact_ad_tokyo@natixis.com
November 14, 2025 16:30-21:30
Japan Exchange Group / Tokyo Stock Exchange
JETRO (Japan External Trade Organization)
In-person
Japan-Southeast Asia Market Forum is an international economic forum, held in Singapore since 2022. This year marks its fourth iteration, where we will analyze the current state of heightened global uncertainty from the perspective of global investors. We will also invite industry experts from Japan and Asia to interpret the transformations and business opportunities emerging in future industrial sectors.
Contact:
Tel: +65-6336-4122
November 27, 2025 11:30-14:00
Asset Management One International Ltd.
In-person
A seminar will be held to examine the future of Japan's equity market amid rising interest driven by corporate governance reforms, enhanced shareholder returns, and asset management government led policies, in the context of shifting Japan-U.S. relations, geopolitical dynamics, and domestic political changes. (by invitation only)
Contact:
Email: Info@am-one-int.co.uk
