To deepen medium-to long-term Japan–U.S. relationships, it is essential to promote understanding of Japan and of Japan–U.S. relations not only in major American cities but also in local cities. To this end, in cooperation with Japan–America Societies across the U.S., this project organizes seminars to promote mutual understanding between the two countries, and it provides opportunities to reaffi rm the importance of Japan–U.S. relations.