Senior management and investment professionals from Pemberton, a European private credit manager, will share their latest perspectives and insights on trends in European private credit markets and related topics. The seminar will be followed by a reception celebrating the opening of the firm's Tokyo office. This is an invitation-only event.

In New York, one of the world's largest asset management markets, FinCity.Tokyo will host a unique event that leverages its public-private partnership network to bring together asset owners (AOs), experts on the Japanese market, and leading companies at the forefront of AI and other emerging technologies.
The event will showcase Tokyo's investment opportunities and business environment to financial and investment professionals based in New York, while providing valuable opportunities for networking and dialogue among participants to foster new business and investment opportunities.
The event will also serve as a gateway to Japan Weeks in October, encouraging continued engagement that supports business expansion and investment in Tokyo while further strengthening the city's position as an international financial center.

The Asia Pacific Real Assets Leaders’ Congress is APREA’s flagship event and the premier gathering for the who’s who of the real assets industry.

This regional conference will explore investment megatrends and opportunities shaping the real assets industry, bringing together global leaders for high-level discussions and networking.

From capital flows and high-growth sectors to key markets and innovation, the Leaders' Congress offers a front-row view of where real assets are headed. Be part of the conversations shaping the next chapter of the industry.

We will explore LSEG-selected themes—such as generative AI in finance, asset management trends, financial crime prevention, and developments in derivatives—with expert guest speakers.

Stephen 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, infrastructure and private equity businesses to share insights on the macroeconomic environment and investment trends in private markets. This exclusive event brings together financial institutions and asset owners shaping the investment landscape.

Digital technologies are becoming essential social infrastructure, while advances in generative AI are boosting global demand for semiconductors. In Japan, geopolitical shifts and supply chain realignment are driving renewed momentum in the sector. This seminar will gather government and market participants to explore industry challenges and highlight trends in digital infrastructure investment, particularly data centers, and discuss future opportunities and strategic implications. (tentative)

Nomura Networking Day will be held again this year as a venue for stakeholders related to the "Policy for Promoting Japan as a Leading Asset Management Center", such as asset owners and asset managers, to share issues and exchange views. (By invitation only)

Japan Global Capital Markets Conference is an international conference that brings together regulators, market participants, and experts from around the world to discuss the implications of structural changes and technological innovation for capital markets. The Conference will explore how to enhance trust and confidence in evolving capital markets, revitalise public markets, and address both the opportunities and challenges arising from the growth of private markets.
Discussions will cover a broad range of topics, including the use of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence to strengthen market supervision and safeguard market integrity; measures to enhance market functioning through greater liquidity and investor participation; and the expansion of private markets as a source of diverse financing and investment opportunities, together with the emerging risks they may pose.
By fostering dialogue among policymakers, regulators, and market stakeholders, the Conference aims to provide a platform for exploring the future of resilient, trusted, and internationally connected capital markets. (tentative)

Annual General Meeting held once a year to report on fund performance and investment strategy to Limited Partners

Aligned with the Japanese government's initiative to establish Japan as a "Leading Asset Management Center of the World," this event aims to foster the creation and development of emerging managers while expanding their business opportunities.
Founders of newly established asset management firms will share their firsthand experiences across the entire business lifecycle—from company incorporation and fund structuring to building operational frameworks, fundraising, and formulating investment strategies.
Beyond simply sharing practical insights, this event seeks to serve as a catalyst for new business opportunities by facilitating meaningful dialogue among emerging managers, asset owners, institutional investors, and financial industry professionals.
Furthermore, by discussing the current challenges and growth potential of Japan's asset management sector, this event contributes to cultivating a robust ecosystem where the next generation of asset management firms can thrive.

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 event will consist of two parts: Part 1 is an economic seminar focusing on the Japanese and global economies, and Part 2 is a networking party featuring wine tasting.

Japan Activation Capital ("JAC") is delighted to host a roundtable for financial institutions and media aimed at encouraging a multifaceted discussion on corporate value enhancement in Japan and the evolving investment environment. The session will also include an interactive discussion with JAC's CEO Hiroyuki Otsuka and Partners, providing an opportunity for meaningful dialogue and exchange of perspectives with participants.

This annual forum brings together leaders from government, financial institutions, corporations, and international organizations to advance sustainable finance and strengthen Tokyo’s presence as a global financial center. Since 2019, it has been held each year as our organization’s flagship event and a core FCT platform for outreach in Japan and abroad.
In 2026, the forum will shift its focus from “institutional design” to “concrete action.” Through practical discussion, participants will explore how financial institutions, corporations, government bodies, and investors can work together under shared metrics to accelerate implementation toward 2030. The forum will also highlight from Tokyo to Asia and the wider world Japan’s expertise in GX, transition finance, and resilience.

Japan’s asset management industry faces a variety of market, business and technological changes that will affect how they manage their business, generate returns and manage risk. ISDA’s Transforming Asset Management event will bring together asset owners, asset managers and sell-side leaders to discuss these important trends, including optimal strategies for using derivatives and managing risk and how to navigate – and benefit from – the digital transformation sweeping financial markets.

We will be hosting an in-person conference in Tokyo for AOIFA members which is a gathering of investment funds associations from the Asia-Oceania region, with the support of Japan Exchange Group,Inc.and Tokyo Stock Exchange,Inc..
The event aims to foster mutual understanding and networking by providing a platform to discuss both country-specific challenges and shared issues.
Please note that this event is by invitation only.

Based on the changing environment surrounding the management of educational institutions and foundations, this event will provide the latest market insights for enhancing asset management, as well as case studies from leading educational institutions. It will also explain the asset management advisory services offered by SMBC Group for asset owners.

The event will convene approximately 150 leading investors, allocators, and market participants for a high-level exchange of investment ideas and insights on Japan’s evolving market landscape.
The program will feature high-conviction Japanese single-stock ideas presented in the classic SOHN Investment Conference format, alongside discussions on private markets, alternative strategies, and regulatory developments.
In partnership with the Karen Leung Foundation, SOHN Tokyo builds on the strong legacy of SOHN Hong Kong, combining investment excellence with a clear philanthropic mission.
Proceeds support initiatives in women’s health, including cervical cancer awareness and vaccination efforts. In Japan, KLF collaborates with institutions such as Yokohama University on vaccination campaigns and partners with the CAC Foundation to advance prevention and address gaps in care. (tentative)

Disruptive risks are reshaping the global business landscape, creating both significant challenges and strategic opportunities. At this exclusive seminar, Dow Jones convenes senior leaders, practitioners and subject-matter experts for a day of insight-driven discussion on financial crime, sanctions enforcement, geopolitics/ security, AI and regulatory change. Through expert analysis and insightful conversations, attendees will gain actionable strategies to strengthen resilience and respond confidently to an increasingly complex risk environment. (tentative)

Provide the unique networking opportunities for executives in Financial industry to connect and exchange ideas and challenges.(Invitation-only)

Investment Management Association of Japan, established on April 1, 2026, will host the 5th Asset Management Industry Conference as an opportunity for stakeholders involved in the asset management business to deepen mutual understanding, in order to promote the government’s vision of positioning Japan as a leading asset management center.
This event is by invitation only.

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 leading 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.

BNP Paribas’ annual flagship Sustainable Future Forum started in Singapore in 2016. The forum explores latest innovations and share insights and perspectives on a wide array of topics.

Polymer Capital and PAG invite members of the investment community to a presentation featuring insights from a range of speakers on Japan's macroeconomic and corporate environment and its implications for equity markets, alongside an update on Polymer Capital's investment activities in Japan.

We invite PAG Group investors and stakeholders to a presentation where we will report on investment performance and market conditions, and outline our investment strategies and outlook across hedge funds, private equity, and private debt. We will also present investment opportunities, portfolio status, and value-creation initiatives within the real estate and renewable energy sectors. Through a Q&A session, we aim to deepen our dialogue with investors, foster a better understanding of our investment approach for generating long-term returns, and strengthen our relationships of trust. (tentative)

ACCR invites investors and asset management firms to this event which aims to deepen understanding of the limitations of physical climate risk models and of complementary methods that help ensure strategic resilience. How do investors build conviction when models, disclosures and market signals remain incomplete? Even if climate models were perfectly calibrated, would they provide the information investors need to govern systemic risk? (tentative)

Irish Funds is pleased to announce the 2026 Tokyo Seminar, welcoming investment managers and investors for exclusive insights into the latest international funds industry topics and the opportunity to discover how Ireland has become a hub for enabling and supporting global investing and asset management.
The seminar will include legal and regulatory updates, discussions on developments in private assets, and an overview of the structures and taxation of investment funds in Ireland. (tentative)

At the Japan Asset Management Forum’s annual meeting, asset management firms and industry stakeholders gather to discuss key challenges and future prospects for Japan’s asset management industry, as well as ways to further strengthen the investment chain.

Under the theme of “financial circulation supporting Japan’s growth,” the event aims to connect Japan’s growth with both domestic and international capital. This event is invitation only.

To commemorate Russell Investments' 40th anniversary in Japan, a special session will reflect on the past four decades of Japan's asset management industry. The discussion will examine the evolution of Japan's regulatory and market framework since the enactment of the former Law Concerning Regulation of Investment Advisory Business on Securities (the "Securities Investment Advisory Law") in 1986, which laid the foundation for the country's modern asset management industry.
The session will feature Mr. Akiyoshi Oba, former Chairman of The Investment Trusts Association, Japan, and Mr. Motoyuki Yufu, former Director-General of the Policy and Markets Bureau at the Financial Services Agency (FSA). Drawing on their extensive experience, they will discuss key regulatory reforms that have shaped Japan's asset management industry and supported Japan's development as a Leading Asset Management Center, while sharing their perspectives on its future.

Sumitomo Mitsui DS Asset Management hosts the "SMDAM Japan Investment Seminar 2026" to promote investment in the Japanese stock market by providing overseas investors with opportunities to deepen their understanding through dialogues with experts.

EQT, a world-leading alternative asset manager headquartered in Sweden,celebrates its fifth anniversary in Japan with a special seminar for institutional investors. Senior management will discuss EQT's core investment strategies including Private Equity, Infrastructure and Real Estate investments, global market trends, and promising opportunities in the Japanese market. This exclusive event offers valuable insights to help institutional investors enhance portfolio diversification and optimize long-term returns through alternative assets. (tentative)

ACCR is hosting institutional investors to examine the role stewardship teams can play in fostering Japan's nascent GX Steel market to support long-term growth and decarbonisation. A panel of steel market experts will outline current challenges in market formation and emissions accounting methodologies. This will be followed by presentation of a range of potential options for stewards to engage on these topics with industry and government, and an opportunity for discussion under the Chatham House Rule.

This seminar will consist of two parts: Part 1, presentation and panel discussion, and Part 2, reception.
In the first half of Part 1, RGA Global's Chief Investment Officer will introduce our global investment platform and investment in asset-intensive reinsurance transactions. In the second half, we will welcome Chief Investment Officer from domestic and international financial and insurance companies as panelists to discuss and delve deeper into the topic of "Considerations when assessing private credit in the context of insurers," focusing on issues of increasing interest in light of updated market conditions and regulations. Part 2 will be a casual networking opportunity for attendees.

Join senior leaders from across the investment management community for focused discussions on the forces shaping ETFs. Explore product innovation, investor demand, regulation, liquidity, AI and regional growth through interactive panels, peer exchange and meaningful networking.

Japan’s startup ecosystem is shifting into a new phase as revised Tokyo Stock Exchange listing requirements reduce reliance on IPOs as the primary exit route. Venture-backed companies and fund managers are increasingly considering alternatives such as M&A and secondary transactions to achieve liquidity.
This event brings together VC leaders, fund operators, investors, and finance professionals to examine how Japan’s venture landscape is evolving. Discussions will cover changing exit dynamics, valuation trends, fund operations, and the growing role of cross-border capital, offering practical insights for navigating a more diversified and globalized investment environment.

This discussion will provide an opportunity for participants to exchange views and engage with one another on topics including international economic and financial cooperation, particularly between Japan and the United States; growth opportunities for the Japanese economy; enhancing corporate value; and sustainable growth.
The event is expected to bring together distinguished experts and leaders from Japan and abroad, including the U.S. Ambassador to Japan and KKR Co-CEO Joe Bae, with the aim of fostering connections and deepening mutual understanding among stakeholders from Japan and the international community.

In response to the rapid growth of the private credit market, this seminar will explore 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.

Daiwa Asset Management places importance not only on one-on-one “engagement” with portfolio companies, but also on “Lingagement®,” which provides a platform for companies to share best practices, discuss challenges, and exchange knowledge. As part of this initiative, we host “Networking & Information Exchange Event for Listed Companies and Stakeholders.”
At this event, under the theme of “Mienai Chikara® （Invisible Value Drivers）” and Corporate Value Enhancement, we will hold a panel discussion featuring companies recognized for best practices as well as subject-matter experts.
In particular, we will focus on “Corporate Branding” as one of these drivers, while also exploring in depth management control and investor relations (IR) as key processes for translating these elements into the sustainable enhancement of corporate value.

We will explore new investment opportunities in Japan’s asset management market through a three-part program.
First, we will present our outlook for Japanese equities and discuss their future potential, with a focus on corporate governance reforms in Japan. Next, we will introduce Nomura Group’s private asset strategies and provide an update on the latest developments in the U.S. private credit market. Finally, We will be hosting an expert panel discussion on the current state and future prospects of Japan's private equity market, incorporating comparative analysis with global private equity markets.
By invitation only.

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Exploring the latest market trends and strategies in alternative assets and private markets, focusing on new investment opportunities and key themes. (Invitation-only)

This event will feature a panel discussion with emerging managers and asset owners centered on the Emerging Managers Program (EMP). Through the discussion, participants will explore the challenges and significance of EMP from their respective perspectives, with the aim of promoting the discovery of emerging managers and facilitating greater capital allocation to them.
Following the panel discussion, a networking session will be held to provide participants with an opportunity to exchange ideas and build connections.

An event aimed at fostering deeper engagement with domestic and international market participants—including financial institutions and investors—and introducing derivatives (featuring Japanese Single Stock Futures) as one of the key asset management support tools

Investing in women not only yields economic returns but also represents a step toward a more inclusive future. This event is co-hosted by 2X Global, an international initiative promoting gender-focused investment; EY Shin Nippon Limited Liability Audit Corporation, which has extensive experience supporting women entrepreneurs; and SDG Impact Japan. Through panel discussions, pitches by women entrepreneurs, and one-on-one meetings between Japanese women entrepreneurs and domestic and international investors, the event aims to create opportunities for business growth by helping women entrepreneurs secure funding, access business opportunities, and build networks.

We are honored to present an exclusive, by-invitation-only event featuring senior members of Carlyle, who will offer comprehensive insights into the current trends shaping the domestic private equity market and provide a detailed assessment of the global private asset markets. For further information regarding Carlyle, please refer to the details provided below.
https://www.carlyle.com/ja

On the final day of Japan Weeks core week, dialogues and discussions will be held on key themes in Japan’s economy and financial sector—such as the provision of growth capital to companies, corporate governance reform, and investment opportunities in regional areas—from both practitioner and policymaker perspectives.

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 financial future. This event is invitation only.

This seminar brings together leading experts—including a renowned economist and a global investor, global capital flows, and the structural transformation of Japanese companies from three perspectives: policy, markets, and investors.
The keynote sessions will be followed by a panel discussion featuring active fund managers, offering on-the-ground perspectives from investors and market participants to examine future investment opportunities in Japan.
Together, these sessions aim to provide practical insights for rethinking investment in Japan.

Impact Future Weekend 2026 Autumn is an international English-language forum bringing together investors, asset managers, founders, foundations, corporates, universities, government representatives, NPOs, and ecosystem leaders from Japan and Asia. Under the theme Responsible Capital Meets Social Innovation, the event explores responsible capital, impact investing, asset management, social innovation, climate transition, regional revitalization, and Japan–Asia collaboration.The event supports dialogue on Japan's role as a leading asset management centre while fostering cross-border collaboration between Japan and Asia through responsible capital and social innovation.

This event is a large-scale investor conference focused on international finance and global bond markets. It brings together institutional investors, central bankers, bond issuers, and other market participants to discuss topics such as monetary policy, macroeconomic trends, credit markets, and sustainable finance, while also providing valuable opportunities for networking and the exchange of ideas among attendees.
This year’s featured speakers include Patrick T. Harker, former President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia, and Gillian Tett, an award-winning financial journalist.
Held annually in the autumn, the conference attracts a large number of participants from Japan and abroad. This year marks the 26th edition of the event, which has been held continuously since 2000. (tentative)

This forum welcomes local and international private markets professionals to discuss the outlook of the industry in Japan and beyond. (tentative)

The Global Fiduciary Symposium is one of Japan’s largest annual conferences for asset owners, bringing together leading pension funds and institutional investors from across the country. Participants include senior investment professionals and decision-makers from corporate and public pension funds, foundations, endowments, and sovereign wealth funds, alongside domestic and international asset managers, consultants, and industry experts. The symposium provides a forum for discussing key issues shaping the investment landscape, including market trends, investment strategies, governance, risk management, and sustainability. It is also highly regarded as a platform for knowledge sharing, peer-to-peer exchange, and meaningful networking among investment professionals.

Drawing on our deep bench of cross-border fund formation experience and global platform, we will bring together market-leading insight on the topics shaping today's fund landscape. The seminar will be followed by a networking reception, offering a relaxed setting to continue the conversation and connect with fellow participants. (tentative)

The secondary market is experiencing significant developments, offering opportunities to access proven assets, improve diversification, and benefit from attractive valuations. As the market evolves rapidly, staying informed about current trends and strategic approaches is more important than ever.
Join us for an exclusive breakfast where our experts will discuss the key factors shaping the market today, including how LPs and GPs are navigating these changes and the innovative deal structures emerging in private equity and infrastructure secondaries. This is a valuable opportunity to deepen your understanding of how to position your portfolio for the future and focus on the infrastructure secondaries.
The event promises to be an interactive forum with interesting perspectives from leading speakers. Please mark your calendar and register below to reserve your place. (tentative)

FIA is pleased to present our second forum in Tokyo, Japan, on Thursday, 10 September. Join us in reconnecting with industry peers and stay informed about the latest developments in the derivatives marketplace.

This conference, held in September for the 20th time, will invite representatives from companies that symbolize Japan and will feature one-on-one and group meetings with domestic and international equity investors.

Nomura Securities will host Nomura Sustainability Week 2026 online from Monday, September 14 to Friday, September 18, 2026.
During the event, we will present research across a range of sustainability-related topics, including SSBJ disclosures and assurance, resilience finance, next-generation energy, energy security, and governance of employee stock compensation plans.

As global economic growth drives increasing passenger and cargo traffic, demand for aviation is expected to remain strong. At the same time, structural supply constraints continue to support an attractive investment environment. PIMCO will explore aircraft investments, an area where we see compelling opportunities, and discuss the sector's outlook and key growth drivers.

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).

The Forum on Green Finance and Investment is the OECD's annual flagship event on green and sustainable finance. On 7-8 October 2026, the 13th edition of the Forum will bring together senior representatives and leading experts from governments, financial institutions, the private sector, academia and civil society to promote dialogue, policy development and practical action. It will feature high-level plenaries, expert roundtables and interactive sessions under the theme ''Investing for energy security, transition and resilience in a changing world''.

In 2025, this hybrid event welcomed more than 450 in-person participants and 1 100 online participants from over 120 countries. It brought together more than 80 high-level speakers. As in previous years, the Government of Japan is the Forum's headline sponsor.

As global economic growth drives increasing passenger and cargo traffic, demand for aviation is expected to remain strong. At the same time, structural supply constraints continue to support an attractive investment environment. PIMCO will explore aircraft investments, an area where we see compelling opportunities, and discuss the sector's outlook and key growth drivers.

This event will examine leading U.S. university endowment investment models, as exemplified by Ivy League institutions, and explore their potential applicability in Japan. Through a panel discussion featuring Chief Investment Officers (CIOs) and other senior representatives of educational institutions, participants will discuss the challenges and future direction of governance, talent development, and investment management frameworks from a practical perspective. This event is by invitation only.

This event is being held for members of the media with the aim of increasing awareness of Securities Investment Day among a broad audience through media coverage, and encouraging people to think about securities investment and asset building.
On the day of the event, a group of university students will give presentations on the theme, “What kind of ‘Future Japan’ would you like to see realized?” In response, approximately 12 participants, including guest celebrities and representatives of securities companies, will share their thoughts and engage in dialogue with the students.
The event is designed not only to provide information, but also to create opportunities for participants to think for themselves through discussion and exchange of ideas. At the conclusion of the event, participants will ring the “Bell of the Future” to symbolize a society built together with the next generation and to share a vision for the future.

This event is being held with the aim of providing people of all generations with an opportunity to think about securities investment and asset building.
The program consists of two parts centered on the themes of the future, family, and life planning. In the first part, guest celebrities and "Toushi-kun" will create a "Large Future Timeline" depicting major life events, helping participants visualize in an enjoyable way the money needed for the future.
In the second part, members of the public and influencers will take part in an interactive workshop to design their own "Future Plans." By gaining a better understanding of their future financial needs with the support of a financial planner, participants will have an opportunity to consider securities investment as one of the options available for their future.

41st SAAJ Annual Conference
“Co-Creation of Finance and Generative AI: Advancing the Analyst’s Role in Creating Value”

This invitation-only roundtable will launch the joint A4S-ITPN briefing, Delivering Credible Transition Planning through Japan’s GX Emissions Trading System. Bringing together leaders from government, industry and finance, it will explore how GX-ETS can encourage a credible transition planning to support capital allocation, reduce reporting burdens and strengthen Japan’s green transformation. (tentative)