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1. Brestskaya 2014 4 Geert Benoit geert yamagata europe com YAMAGATA EUROPE CELEBRATES 15 YEARS IN EUROPE AND ESTABLISHES MOSCOW BRANCH Yamagata Europe was established in December 1998 as a first foothold in Europe for the Yamagata Group Today Ya magata Europe is the European Headquarters of the Yamaga ta group and creates translates and prints technical docu mentation and manuals The company is based in Ghent and has a branch office in Bratislava and a sales presence in South Germany On January 17 the company will have its 15 anniversary party in De Vooruit in Ghent a splendid building that was built for the World Expo in Gent in 1913 Amidst all this partying we are exploring o2. WILMERHALE fi WILMER CUTLER PICKERING HALE AND DORR LLP amp WILMERHALE LLP Bastion Tower 19 floor place du champ de mars 5 1050 Brussels Tel 32 2 285 49 00 Fax 32 2 285 49 49 E mail takeshige sugimoto wilmerhale com Website www wilmerhale com Contact Mr Takeshige Sugimoto Associate amp Mr Fr d ric Louis Partner amp Mr Paul von Hehn Partner Associate Member Agfa Graphics The Agfa Gevaert Group develops produces and distributes an extensive range of analog and digital imaging systems and IT so lutions mainly forthe printing industry and the healthcare sector as well as for specific industrial applications AGFA GRAPHICS Septestraat 27 2640 Mortsel Tel 32 4 94 56 10 91 E mail tim vandenbossche agfa com Website www agfa com Contact Mr Tim Van den Bossche Vice President Global Marketing amp Strategy Vice President Asia Pacific Yamagat
3. A GREAT EVENT WITH A SYMPATHETIC ATMOSPHERE A VERY NICE PROGRAMME AND DELICIOUS FOOD AND WINE Professor Andreas Thele A PRESTIGIOUS EVENT AND OPPORTUNITY TO EXCHANGE VALUABLE INFORMATION WITH EXISTING AS WELL AS NEW MEMBERS AND NOT TO MENTION THE FANTASTIC VARIETY OF CUISINES PREPARED BY THE CHEFS WERE EXQUISITE Nicolas Sepulchre Managing Director Sogeman Belgian fashion designer Tom Van der Borght is not in search for tradi tional beauty poetical cleanliness or honey sweet cutesiness He always hunts the clash between subculture and mainstream For Van der Borght reality is a diverse entity he adores the socio cultural tensions embed ded in a revolving society His fashion playground is on the edge between normal and weird revealing an unseen and unconventional new standard of beauty Obvious borders between men and women slowly merge into each other pushing the human forward acting as an autonomous subject in its con text From now on art is wearable Aponycalypse AW4314 is confirm ing Van der Borghts booming career in fashion design He already won several international competitions including the Berlin Fashion Week Young Designer Award 2013 and the label has now been noticed in Cen tral America where Van der Borght was headliner at Panama Fashion Week He is booming dreaming and conquering the world TVDB is avail able in shops in the USA Dubai and Japan The label
4. contemporary architecture designed by renowned ar chitects such as Santiago Calatrava and Daniel Libeskind Vv An encounter between technology and culture It is this gamble that underlies the approach Mons has adopted to its vision of the European Capital of Culture Thanks to digital technologies a range of opportunities has opened up and added a whole new dimension to the words invent and enterprise Exhibi tions will be organized to showcase the impact of new tech nologies in defining and enhancing our perceptions of culture Vv A massive cultural project with more than a hundred events in Mons across the region and in 14 partner cities including a se ries of large exhibitions The first to open its doors from January will be dedicated to the painter Vincent Van Gogh whose daz zling career started in Mons in 1880 Among other major projects the Ailleurs en Folie will honor eight cities A whole week will be dedicated to each one of them The programme will put the light on their urban landscape dance and music installations and exhibitions alternative and popular cul ture the art of living and more Tokyo is one of these cities that for a few days will transform the Maison Folie of Mons This will be an invitation to discover as pects of Japanese culture and its emblematic capital From the dynamism of the city to the poetic serenity of the coun tryside and gardens from kawaii to the underground dif
5. AND EARS WITH DELICIOUS FOOD AND MUSIC THAT TOUCHED YOUR SOUL AN UNFORGETTABLE EVENING CANNOT WAIT FOR THE BJACC TO CELEBRATE ITS 100TH BIRTHDAY Alexandre Pirotte Manager Belgium and Luxembourg Attorney at law FRAGOMEN Smee E p Thomas Leysen Chairman Umicore Pianist Mr Jef Neve Fashion designers Mrs Izumi Hongo and Mr Tom Van der Borght Master of Ceremony Mr Carlos Vaquera Chef Tomoyasu Kamo and his team Chef Willy Roesems and Chef Fabian Hermans Chef Pierre Wynants and Chef Patrick Spiessens Chef Christophe Roesems of Wittamer Our exclusive BJA 50 years Sponsors And last but not least all the dedicated BJA members and guests As it was enhanced in the first place by the presence of HRH Prince Laurent of Belgium and HRH Princess Claire of Belgium as well as by the presence of H E Mr Sakaba Ambassador of Japan to Belgium and Mrs Sakaba H E Mr Shiojiri Ambassador of Japan to the European Union and Mrs Shiojiri Pure GOLD as BJA is young enough to be creative amp dynamic and old enough to be experienced amp very efficient The perfect and well thought organization of the Golden Event was proof of that as it was genuine entertainment to the ear the eye the laughing muscles and last but not least to the taste buds All our guests at the Marilo Fund table were utterly pleased by the supreme quality of the Event i they were very glad to attend
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7. is sold in two stores in To kyo s uber trendy fashion district Ha rajuku The Uggla jp is an important online TVDB seller in Japan and the shop called Wut Berlin quickly be came a Tokyo fashion icon Their re lease of Aponycalypse was a big hit it took only few hours to sell out the whole collection after launching it Ponies on Acid With his Aponycalypse collection Van der Borght is showing a series of pleated garments colourful jacquard knits rough rope knits edgy street wear basics and a series of mind blowing accessories using tie wraps as a leitmotiv General enquiries info tomvanderborght com 4 A N i 1 WW H r Ee 6 j 1 a 50 ANNIVERSARY GALA DINNER scallop with Japanese hrimps Mousse of bu and Belgian 5 with yuzu er sauce an kon flavored white butt d caviar eee By chef Willy Roesems What is the brand about Who is behind the brand What is the Japan Belgium connection Japan s or Belgium s influence on the collection s in general wild deer with d acacia honey Fillet steak of cardamom an Mi 1 Chez Soi f Pierre wynants of comme By Che i 7 B EA THIS WAS NOT ONLY AN AMAZING ROYAL NETWORKING OPPORTUNITY WHEREBY WE COULD MEET MANY JAPANESE AND BELGIAN FRIENDS BUT THIS ALSO WAS A FEAST FOR THE EYES
8. to N m E m sm eae SDN TI CONGRATULATIONS 50 YEARS Belgium Japan Association Chamber of Commerce F amp L Blond Eelen BJA WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS GRATITUDE TO THE EXCLUSIVE SPONSORS OF THE GALA EVENT Din gar ie MN heart to TOYOTA Japan Belgium connection and this since 1974 Frans Blonde u m ICO re founding director of BJA amp Chamber of Commerce materials v a 26 life NEWSLETTER news from the members YAMAGATA EUROPE 15 Yamagata Europe Yamagata 1998 12 1 17 1913 World Expo Vooruit 15
9. Belgi Belgique PB Gent x 3 1294 Toegelaten gesloten verpakking GENT X 03 50 P 409556 Belgium Japan Association Chamber of Commerce a Number 102 March 2014 Cabinet of E Pri rr e Minister HE Mr Elio di Rupo In this issue 2 Internet security 3 Visit to the 92 european Motor show 4 BJA New Year Cocktail Reception 5 Origami amp Furoshiki workshop 6 News for the members 7 50 anniversary gala dinner 19 News from the members 21 Personalia Advertising rates 4 issues March June Sep tember amp December E o ei 3 500 1 2 p32 s vec 1 600 contact BJA Office avenue Louise 287 box 7 1050 Brussels info bja be T 02 644 14 05 www bja be RE WW 2521151 LAR ZS nix TRADE FLOWS amp CULTURAL NEWS are willingly sticking to their choice Our country provides them an ideal environment to develop their activities The Belgian authorities assist Japanese companies in their various endeavours and do their very best to simplify or reduce their administrative burden Investing in Belgium guar antees these companies a reliable reinsuring and stimulation framework The regional authorities in Flanders Wallonia and Brussels are more than ever determined to do the utmost to welcome foreign investors Our Japanese partners can count on their pro fessionalism care and hands on support at all stages from setting up their business through
10. Minister for Foreign Affairs security measures and to report security incidents to competent of Bulgaria and shadow rapporteur for the proposed directive in the EP industry committee Participants had the occasion to exchange views with experts and industry representatives on the impact of the proposed rules on Japanese companies operating in Europe and on the importance of international cooperation Among the experts who joined forces were Mr Cabau Policy Officer Trust amp Security Unit European Commission DG Connect Mr Ouchi First Sec retary Mission of Japan to the EU and Mr John Alcock Head of Security Professional Services within Fujitsu UK amp l The lively dis cussion continued throughout the cocktails which were kindly sponsored by Fujitsu Visit to the 92 European Motor Show 92 HE Ambassador Kojiro Shiojiri of the Mission of Japan to the EU is discover ing the stand of the Nissan Motor together with the BJA members bers to their VIP rooms where some nice refreshments were served The visit ended with a networking cocktail offered by the Commit tee of the Motor Show in honor of HE Ambassador Sakaba where the members and the Ambassador enthusiastically exchanged comments about their dream cars CENE left to right Mr Van Overstraeten Partner of the Linklaters LLP and Vice President of BJA
11. Mr van Kan Chairman of FEBIAC Baron Moorkens Honorary Vice President of BJA and HE Ambassador Sakaba of the Embassy of Japan to Belgium The participants are listening attentively to Mr Bart Hendrickx for his presentation on the new concept at Suzuki The BJA group led by Mr Rodolphe Bensel an automotive expert was warmly welcomed by Mr Peter Gemoets at Mazda Motors On Thursday 16 of January a Japan Day was celebrated at the 92nd European Motor Show Brussels 2014 organized by FEBIAC the Federation of the Belgian Automobile and Cycle Industry Thanks to the courtesy of Mr Thierry van Kan Chairman of FEBIAC the members were cordially invited to a cocktail offered by the Committee of the Motor Show in honour of HE Ambassador Mitsuo Sakaba of Embassy of Japan and HE Ambassador Kojiro Shiojiri of the Mission of Japan to the EU Mr Rodolph Bensel an automotive expert expressed his warm wel come to the participants and guided the group through the stands of 9 Japanese automakers Mazda Lexus Honda Toyota Subaru Isuzu Suzuki Mitsubishi Nissan at which the mem bers enjoyed discovering so many stylish and eco friendly new car models In addition the management teams of Lexus and Mitsubi shi have kindly extended a special welcome by inviting the mem BJA New Year Cocktail Reception BJA left to right Mr Stevens Senior Manager European amp Government Affairs of To
12. a Europe YAMAGATA Yamagata Europe Translation e Layout e Print www yamagata europe com TAMRON New eyes for industry Focal length 270mm equivalent to 419mm Exposure F 6 3 1 640 sec ISO320 WB Auto Handheld Focal length 18mm equivalent to 28mm Exposure F 5 6 1 1600 sec ISO320 WB Auto Handheld 18 270mm F 3 5 6 3 Di II VC PZD Model BOO8 Compatible mounts for Canon Nikon Sony With flower shaped lens hood LI i Piezo Drive World s lightest most compact 15x zoom i Tamron s first piezoelectric autofocus motor PZD Piezo Drive Built in VC Vibration Compensation Dil ZA i For SLR camera high zoom ratio lenses with 15x magnification capability Current as of December 2010 Source Tamron The Sony mount does not include the VC Vibration Compensation image stabilization functionality as the body of Sony digital SLR cameras includes image stabilization functionality This lens is not designed for use with 35mm film cameras and digital SLR cameras with image sensors larger than 24x16mm www tamron be H De Beukelaer amp Co nv sa Boomsesteenweg 7 B 2630 Aartselaar www debeukelaer be
13. d All the guests left the beautiful venue with a full belly smiles and joy it certainly was a way to begin a Cheerful New Year m ANE Kagamiwari the sake barrel breaking ceremony was performed by HE Ambassador Sakaba HE Ambassador Shiojiri of the Mission of Japan to the EU Mr Leysen and Mrs De Vos After the successful sake barrel breaking the guests continued to enjoy the evening with delicious sushi sake and canap s which Origami amp Furoshiki workshop amp NEWSLETTER news for the members EUROPEAN CAPITAL OF CULTURE MONS 2015 OPPORTUNITIES FOR COOPERATION the art of Shogi open these curious and marvelous gift packages for which the Japanese hold the secret allow origami to grow and open up before us take advantage of the journey to discover culi nary culture and explore the rich world of Japanese tea Just like the Salarymen of Yuki Aoyama let s leap from one end of the world to the other in one energetic bound Businesses and associations can book private evening visits on Mon 19th Tue 20 and Wed 21st October It is possible to integrate the display stands for innovative Japa nese companies Being the European Capital of Culture is clearly an ambitious cultur al project but above all itis an incredible human adventure made possible thanks to the support of public and private partners Dif ferent partnership packages have b
14. e 7 1050 Brussels T 32 0 2 644 13 33 E info bja be BJA quarterly newsletter driemaandelijks tijdschrift maart juni september december Afgiftekantoor Gent x We currently hold your contact details on our Trade Flows amp Cultural News Database We use this information for our own internal purposes only in order to send you this Trade Flows amp Cultural Newsletter If any of your details are incorrect or if you no longer wish to receive this publication please inform us by e mail at info bja be A ARENA Oo os Am m Internet security The impact of EU cyberspace policy on Japanese companies and the relevance of international cooperation Thursday 28 November 2013 European Parliament amm B Se L Lx 4 z i Mr Stevens of Toyota Motor Europe and Chairman BJA A lively discussion with the speakers of the event and the participants Mr Cabiau Policy Officer of the EC DG Connect and Mr Berghe EU Committee entertains all with some business questions rolled out Lawyer of White amp Case enjoying the cocktails kindly offered by Fujitsu In the framework of the EC directive on network and informa authorities the BJA EU Committee was pleased to invite the tion security which would require certain market players such members to a round table on Internet security The event was as e commerce platforms or cloud computing services to adopt hosted by MEP Ivailo Kalfin former
15. een created in order to make it possible for any type of business or organization to take part in this exceptional year the economic implications of which will benefit the region The Foundation Mons 2015 will assist businesses and organiza tions wishing to investigate the sponsorship package that best suits its specific requirements industry or identity This is a real chance to be a part of this unique event that will stand out proudly both in Belgium and internationally In 2015 the entire Europe will be looking at Mons The city will bear the prestigious title of European Capital of Culture For a whole year the city will have an exceptional opportunity to assert its position on the international cultural chessboard with corresponding ben efits to the local economy tourism and enhanced media exposure The Belgian cities of Antwerp Brussels and Bruges have already received this envied title In 2015 Mons will share the title with the Czech city of Pilsen Mons 2015 is A great international rendez vous open to everyone with hundreds of artists from here and abroad histori cal cultural figures to discover and sensational events from Europe and beyond The first gathering will take place on 24 January 2015 for the opening ceremony v The bringing together of historical and contemporary heri tage A city of historic heritage recognized by UNESCO Mons intends to highlight its rich heritage and contrast it with new
16. ferent facets of this megalopolis will be revealed to the people of Mons 2015 Let s be seduced by harajuku fashion initiate ourselves in IC ADVR AI IC ADV 2A X 1 V LEIND ATSM I PF A PY A DINNER PALLA ELEN udis GALA DINNER I i Bw E WAG His Royal Highness Prince Laurent and Her Royal Highness Princess Claire of Be SS Speech by Thomas Leysen President of BJA Belgium Speech by HE Ambassador Sakaba Japanese Embassy to Piano performance by Jef Neve Fashion show by Tom Van der Borght Fashion show by Van Hongo Lucky draw Enchantment by Carlos Vaquera 50 ANNIVERSARY GALA DINNER Uu Ee m E N 2 0 zm fex sa El ee1 0 c o LL O Uu ic 0 e gt 2 Uu Y z3 rn au GREAT ATMOSPHERE NICE VENUE EXCELLENT FOOD FROM CHEF KAMO ENJOYED MEETING INTERESTING PEOPLE AT OUR TABLE Marc Evrard COO of Contraste VERY PROUD TO HAVE PARTICIPATED TO THIS HIGH LEVEL EVENT COMBINING A GOOD ATMOSPHERE AND A BRILLIANT NETWORKING OPPORTUNITY BETWEEN BELGIAN AND JAPANESE BUSINESS COMMUNITY Pascal Lizin Director External and Public Affairs GSK Vaccines President Essenscia Wallonia 50 ANNIVERSARY GALA DINNER
17. its development So welcome all of our Japanese friends visiting the country the political representatives captains of industry scientists but also the tourists You will always find a warm haven in Belgium and opportu nities to meet with professional partners who will make life easier for you wish you a pleasant stay or a pleasant time setting up your business here EDITORIAL Belgium the heart of Europe Belgium and Japan two geographically distant countries have a long standing and successful bond with lasting cultural economic and scientific exchanges Both countries share the same tradition of excelling in the things they undertake driven by the same will to constantly improve things am keen to continue and intensify our coop eration Belgium is a welcoming country with an open minded approach to trade and exchanges Brussels hosts the European institutions and NATO and is ranked second after Washington Belgium is thus a strategic meeting place for deci sion makers from all over the world Foreign investors greatly value Belgium because of the quality of its labour force its favourable leg islation for investors to develop activities its high living standards and its leading infrastructure in terms of airports ports road networks and tele communications The numerous Japanese companies based in Bel gium in some cases already for several decades Resp editor A Kellens 287 avenue Louise bt
18. nd apartments with trendy decorations and furniture Source www bbf be news from the members AWARD OF THE AMBASSADOR S COMMENDATION On December 10 of 2013 an awarding ceremony of the Am 035530015 Commendation was held at the Ambassador s residence The following three persons were awarded the commendations for their valuable contribution to promoting friendly relations and enhancing economic and cultural ex changes between Japan and Belgium Prof Andreas Thele Director of Japanese Studies Centre University of Li ge Prof Thele has contributed to promoting cultural and academ ic relations through research and lectures in Japanese Studies for more than 20 years at the University of Li ge and through Japanese language education at the University of Mons Pro fessor Thele has been a dedicated member of the BJA Cultural Committee for almost 2 decades Mr Tanguy Van Overstraeten Vice President of Belgium Japan Association amp Chamber of Commerce BJA Mr Van Overstraeten has contributed to promoting economic relations through working on legal issues related to Japan s and Belgium s investment for more than 20 years particularly by establishing and managing the Legal and Tax Committee at BJA Besides his work for a number of Japanese companies over the past 20 years at the BJA and as partner of the global law firm Linklaters LLP Tanguy is also Director of the Marilo Fund a foundation aiming at increasing the visibilit
19. ns We are now also committed to a new challenge to establish our Railcar Manufacturing Business as the fourth pillar of us With 25 years having passed since the JNR privatization reform and the foundation of the company the JR East Group now begins its next quarter century We will be following its new policy Man agement Vision V Ever Onward a policy based on our shared theme of Thriving with Communities Growing Globally We aim to grow continuously while meeting our social responsi bilities as a Trusted Life Style Service Creating Group EAST JAPAN RAILWAY COMPANY Square de Meeus 23 1000 Brussels Tel 32 2 808 36 43 Fax 32 2 808 36 49 E mail shiga japanrail be Website www jreast co jp Contact Ichiro Takahashi Executive Director WilmerHale LLP WilmerHale in Brussels has provided prominent multinationals including Japanese companies with the full range of legal services in EU competition WTO anti bribery EU regulatory and domestic and international mergers and acquisitions for over two decades The firm has gained widespread recognition as one of Brussels top tier practices We help Japanese companies achieve their goals through suc cessful and timely support of their corporate and business transactions and strong representation in front of the regulatory authorities cartel and anti bribery investigations Our long expe rience advocacy skills and excellent standing with the European Commi
20. roducts offering better service and a new advertising approach The Nippon Export Award is a great recognition for all our employees and partners who worked with tremendous cre ativity and passion to build successfully a sustainable and profitable growth This Award will also strengthen our com mitment to delight our Japanese consumers with the ultimate chocolate experience said Jerome Chouchan President amp Representative Director of Godiva Japan The Nippon Export Award is under the High Patronage of the Prime Minister of Belgium and the Prime Minister of Luxem bourg and receives the support of the Embassy of Belgium in Japan the Embassy of Luxembourg in Japan the Luxem bourg Chamber of Commerce METI Belgo Luxembourg Mar ket Council BLMC Agence Wallonne l Exportation AWEX Brussels Invest amp Export Flanders Investment amp Trade FIT The Award Ceremony was held at the Belgian Embassy in To kyo on Wednesday 20 November 2013 For more information www blccj or jp Individual Members Couple members Mr amp Mrs Olivier amp Dorina Barbieux Regular members Mr Tom Bohez Mr Hiroki Hiraoka Student members Ms Milena Stevanovic We would also like to express our appreciation to our BJA Sponsor Members gt DAIKIN AGC Deloitte HONDA JR EAST MarilO Fund Connecting Japan amp Belgium ONS DA Linklaters m Tsu a Co LTD Sumitomo Benelux S A N V TOYOTA umicore
21. sidence is buzzing with vitality and the area is undergoing a trendy facelift Beliris the Federal Government Authority for Mo bility and Transport is working with the Brussels Capital Region on upgrading the area and the redevelopment of the Western Inner Ring will revitalise the surroundings of the canal BBF s other property Manhattan View residence offers a mix of 80 furnished and unfurnished apartments that are sure to make residents feel right at home Situated at the intersection of the Boulevard Emile Jacqmain and the Bou levard d Anvers it has a top location The premium class appearance of the building is contin ued inside Lightness creates an unequalled atmosphere in the living spaces which are all fitted with every comfort The high quality and durable materials used add to the comfort of our residents Soon BBF will open its new project which has a top loca tion in the centre of Brussels Only a few steps from the famous Grand Place and Place Sainte Catherine Square Residence is a treat for people who want to stay in the beating heart of Brussels Situ ated between Place de la Monnaie and Place de la Bourse these bright apartments are an ideal base if you like to indulge yourself with everything Brussels has on offer Just on the other side of rue des Fripiers is the touristic Rue des Petits Bouchers area where you will also find the stun ning Galeries Royales St Hubert Square Residence offers splendid studio s a
22. ssion and other competition authorities put us in a very strong position to achieve effective results for our clients Two of our lawyers have held senior positions in the Commission and maintain extensive contacts throughout EU institutions Our clients also benefit from our Japanese qualified lawyer who has a wealth of practical experience gained at a leading law firm in Japan NIPPON EXPORT AWARD 2013 2014 The Nippon Export Award is a biennial award given to the most successful company exporting to Japan importing into Japan or distributing within Japan Belgian Luxembourg prod ucts or services for the year 2013 The Award went to GODIVA JAPAN Inc the famous Belgian chocolate brand and active in Japan since 1972 The jury praised Godiva Japan for its innovative and far reach ing new strategy Their strategy to develop entirely new prod ucts based on chocolate increased significantly the reach of the brand in a stagnant market We are very honoured to receive the Nippon Export Award 2013 2014 as Japan is a key strategic market for us We have built our brand over the years in Japan through strengthening our tradition based on Belgian credentials and embracing in novation through product and channel development In the recent years as the Japanese economy and the choco late category were stagnating we implemented a new con sumer strategy to delight our existing consumers and recruit new consumers through innovative p
23. ther markets In recent years we have noticed that most of our multinational clients have been de connecting the Russian sales and mar keting activities from their European Headquarters Given the size of the Russian market and the specific localized approach that is needed for the vast continent that reaches from the Baltic States all the way to the Japanese see in Vlad ivostok Yamagata Europe has decided to set up a branch in Moscow The new branch will be operational from the begin ning of April 2014 and is located in Brestskaya street Contact for more info Geert Benoit Managing Director geert yamagata europe com BBF EXPANDING TO MEET THE NEEDS OF INTERNATIONALS As a leading provider of furnished and unfurnished apart ments in Brussels BBF is rapidly expanding their facilities in the city to meet the needs of internationals living short and long term in Belgium Just a few months ago BBF inaugurated its two new proper ties in Brussels Both Water View and Manhattan View resi dences are situated near the Tours and Taxis district which is gradually developing into an attractive business area Water View is located in a surprising spot with unique sur roundings and the 8o furnished apartments are certain to be popular with residents Situated in the heart of the European district and the business centre of Brussels the property enjoys great views of the canal as its name suggests The district around the Water View Re
24. y of Japan in the Belgian media He has also chaired the organising com mittee of the 2013 2014 Japanese Week during which a series of events around Japan has taken place in commemoration of the earthquake and tsunami of 11 March 2011 Prof Dimitri Vanoverbeke Professor of Japanese Studies Catholic University of Leuven Prof Vanoverbeke has contributed to promoting cultural and academic relations through research and lectures in Japanese Studies at Catholic University of Leuven for more than 15 years and through activities in various areas of exchange between Japan and Belgium Professor Vanoverbeke is also dedicated to the BJA Cultural Committee since a few years The Belgium Japan Association amp Chamber of Commerce would like to warmly congratulate all the bestowed of a certificate of commendation by His Excellency Ambassador Mitsuo Sakaba Japanese ambassador to Belgium The BJA is indebted to their zeal and dedication to the cause we all support Source Www be emb japan go jp english archives news 131210c html PERSONALIA The BJA would like to extend a warm welcome to its newest members Sponsor EAST JAPAN RAILWAY COMPANY East Japan Railway Company The JR East Group operates a range of business starting with our trains and the railway related business in our stations We are also continuing to develop our life style and IT amp Suica business es which have become the second and third pillars of our opera tio
25. yota Motor Europe and the Chairman of BJA EU Committee Mr Nishino Senior Relationship Manager of BNP Paribas Fortis Mr de Schoutheete de Tervarent of BNP Paribas Fortis and Mr Leroy President amp CEO of Toyota Motor Europe are sharing hopes for the new year Kagamiwari traditional sake barrel breaking ceremony by left to right HE Ambassador Kojiro Shiojiri of the Mission of Japan to the EU Mrs Veerle De Vos of Radio 1 Journalist Mr Thomas Leysen President of BJA and the Chairman of Umicore and HE Ambassador Mitsuo Sakaba of the Embassy of Japan to Belgium In the beautiful premises of Cercle Royal Gaulois the BJA members and guests are in full joy over tasty sake delicious sushi and cheerful conversation The Belgium Japan Association amp Chamber of Commerce had a great pleasure in inviting the members to celebrate a promising New Year at the Cercle Royal Gaulois on Monday 20 January 2014 Mr Thomas Leysen BJA President and Chairman of Umicore opened the evening with a short welcome speech thanking the members of BJA and everyone involved for their dedicated support to the BJA Following Mrs Veerle De Vos Radio 1 journalist and Lau reate Marilo Fund spoke about her experiences as a radio journal ist on mission in Japan After her insightful speech the traditional Mrs Veerle De Vos Radio 1 Journalist amp Laureate Marilo Fund gives a presentation on Life in Japan were generously sponsored by Marilo Fun
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