2026 Midwest U.S.-Japan Association Conference – State of Indiana
“Japan and the Midwest: Illuminating Pathways to Tomorrow”
September 9 - 11, 2026 | Westin Indianapolis Hotel
The Japan-America Society of Indiana was honored to serve as the official supporting partner with the State of Indiana in co-organizing the 56th Annual Joint Meeting of the Midwest U.S.-Japan Association and the Japan-Midwest U.S. Association, held in Indianapolis from September 9-11, 2026. The 2026 MWJA Conference, hosted by Indiana Gov. Mike Braun and the Indiana Office of Commerce, strengthened ties and created new opportunities for shared growth across business, innovation and workforce in the Midwest U.S.-Japan relationship.
This prestigious annual gathering convened government officials, senior business executives, and community leaders from the Midwest region and Japan, marking a pivotal opportunity to showcase the enduring and robust partnerships between Japan, the Midwest, and Indiana.
The annual conference featured engaging keynote and panel sessions by industry leaders from Japan and the United States; and top networking opportunities with corporate executives driving growth of bilateral trade and investment between Japan and the United States.
