Japan–U.S. Semiconductor Collaboration Forum 2026
This is a complimentary event, and participation is subject to approval. Only participants whose registrations have been approved will be able to attend the Forum. Walk-ins will not be permitted.
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About the Event
The forum will bring together semiconductor companies, startups, policymakers, and ecosystem partners from Japan and the United States to explore opportunities for practical business collaboration. The program will highlight the complementary strengths of the two semiconductor ecosystems, including U.S. capabilities in semiconductor design and fabless innovation and Japanese strengths in materials, equipment, advanced packaging, and manufacturing. The forum is designed to go beyond policy discussions and create opportunities for companies to identify potential partners and explore concrete areas for future collaboration.
Co-Hosts: Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) San Francisco, California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)
Supporting Organizations: Consulate-General of Japan in San Francisco, NEDO Silicon Valley, Japanese Chamber of Commerce of Northern California (JCCNC), Japan Society of Northern California (JSNC), RISE-A, Japan Materials Network, Silicon Valley（素材の会）, CHIP-J.org（シリコンバレー半導体勉強会)
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Program
4:00 PM | Open Door
4:30 PM | Opening Remarks
Remarks from representatives of JETRO, the Consulate-General of Japan in San Francisco, and California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)
4:40 PM | Keynote Speeches
Topics are tentative and subject to change.
California GO-Biz: California’s semiconductor policy and industry ecosystem
Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI): Japan’s semiconductor policy and recent industry developments
5:00 PM | Panel Discussion
Opportunities for Japan–U.S. Collaboration in the Semiconductor Sector
Moderator: Paul Pickering, Managing Partner, Silicon Catalyst
Panelists
Tomohiko Kotake, Technical Director, Resonac America
Adam Khan, Founder & CEO, Diamond Quanta
Colin Ritchie, SVP, CEO Office, Advantest
5:20 PM | Pitch Session
Semiconductor and deep-tech companies from Japan and the United States will present their technologies, business activities, and the types of partners and collaboration opportunities they are seeking.
Japan
Nitto
Chiptip Technology
Niterra
Additional company to be announced
U.S. / California
Vellex
Microsanj
Additional companies to be announced
5:45 PM | Networking
*Additional speakers and participating companies will be announced soon.
6:30 PM | Door Close
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Shiori Takeda, Program Coordinator, JETRO San Francisco
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Who Should Attend?
The event is intended for companies and organizations across the semiconductor ecosystem, including:
Semiconductor design and fabless companies
Semiconductor startups
Materials and equipment companies
Advanced packaging and manufacturing companies
Investors, accelerators, and ecosystem builders
Companies interested in Japan–U.S. business collaboration
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If you have any concerns regarding photography or recording, please contact the event host in advance.