Building bridges between Japan and the US since 1990

The Hyogo Business & Cultural Center is committed to nurturing stronger governmental, business and cultural relations between Hyogo Prefecture and the United States. Through a variety of programs and services, we continue to expand international friendship and understanding with a particular focus on our sister-state, Washington State.

What's New with Hyogobcc

Summer Institute Registration Open!
Our 19th annual workshop for teachers of Japanese as a second language titled - Classroom Development Strategies for Japanese Language Instruction, is now open for registration. Register today, you don't want to miss it!

Join the NEW Hyogo Club!
Become a member and enter into a network of educational outreach, business development, sister-city exchange and friendly relations between our regions! We'd love for you to join us as we build stronger ties between Hyogo and North America. Membership is FREE, so join today!