Consulate-General of Japan in Houston

Consul-General Koyama attended the Japan–Texas Economic Summit in Arlington, hosted by the U.S.-Japan Council, which brought together more than 500 leaders from the business and government sectors to strengthen Japan–Texas ties across key industries. During the summit, Consul-General Koyama had a brief talk with Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson, sharing their views on economic relations and people-to-people exchanges between Japan and Texas. 🤝

For more information on the summit, visit the official page:
https://www.usjapancouncil.org/japan-texas-economic-summit/

📷: Consul-General Takeshi Koyama and Secretary of State Jane Nelson / Consul-General Koyama

A wonderful evening was had at The Japan-America Society of Houston, Inc.'s annual JASH Bash, celebrating outstanding leadership and cooperation in Japan-U.S. relations! 🎉🥳 Our congratulations go to Mr. Satoru Akama, CEO of Daikin Comfort Technologies North America, Inc., on receiving the J. Thomas Schieffer Leadership Award, and to Mr. Jim Crane, Owner and Chairman of the Houston Astros ⚾️, on receiving the Houston-Japan Friendship Award. Their contributions to strengthening Japan-U.S. relations are especially meaningful this year, as we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary.

The event was made even more special by the attendance of Ambassador J. Thomas Schieffer, whose service in Japan greatly advanced Japan-U.S. connections. 🇯🇵 🇺🇸A heartfelt thanks goes to JASH for their tireless efforts, and the Consulate-General of Japan in Houston looks forward to continuing our strong partnership! 🤝



For more information about JASH Bash, please click:
https://www.jas-hou.org/jash-bash-intro

Excited for the Japan–Sweden FIFA World Cup match! ⚽️🏆 It was a pleasure meeting Consul-General Anna Hammarlund Blixt of the Consulate-General of Sweden in Houston, to discuss further collaboration between our countries. 🇯🇵 🇸🇪 We’ll be cheering on both teams — wishing them the very best!

The Consulate-General of Japan in Houston is now on Instagram! 🎉Follow us to stay up to date on consular activities, announcements, and Japan-related developments in Texas and Oklahoma!
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Can you dig it? 🪏🤖 Minato Legend Japan paid a visit to the Consulate-General of Japan in Houston to introduce their entry into the 2026 FIRST LEGO League Championship. This year's competition had the theme of “Unearthed”, challenging teams to develop LEGO robots to explore the world’s buried mysteries. As Japan’s national champions, Minato Legend gave special focus to the Chibanian – a geological age named after unique strata found in the students’ home prefecture of Chiba.

During the visit, the team delivered the English speech they prepared for the contest and practiced their English with the consulate’s local staff. Way to go, Minato Legend! 🇯🇵

On April 17, Consul General Koyama visited Mayor John Muns of Plano City to introduce himself in his new capacity and discuss ways to strengthen ties between the city and Japan.

On April 16, Consul-General Koyama visited Mayor Wes Mays of Coppell City to introduce himself in his new capacity and discuss ways to strengthen ties between the city and Japan.

On April 16, Consul-General Koyama visited Arlington Mayor Jim Ross to introduce himself in his new capacity and discuss ways to strengthen ties between the city and Japan.