EBC ニュースレター　2026年10月14日

Jointly organized by the Austrian Business Council and the Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan, with the participation of other chambers

The 11th Inter-Chamber Ski & Snowboard Weekend is returning to Okushiga Kogen, and we urge you to register as soon as possible!

Why early booking is important? Okushiga Kogen has limited hotel availabilities and our hotel (details in the link below) will release the currently held rooms to the market with 1 November!

Every year, members of the international business community come together for a unique combination of outdoor activities, meaningful conversations, and valuable networking opportunities. This is a great opportunity to reconnect with long-standing contacts, meet new members from across the chambers, and exchange ideas with professionals from a wide range of industries and backgrounds. Whether you join for the race, the networking, the mountain air, or simply to meet great people, we would be delighted to welcome you.

Saturday, 30 January 2027

• Friendly race in the morning
• Award ceremony and reception in the evening
• Okushiga Kogen, Okushiga Kogen, Yamanouchi-machi, Shimotakai-gun, 381-0405 Nagano, map

Visit the event webpage for registration and further details.

Accommodation information is available HERE. As hotel room availability is limited, we recommend making your reservation as early as possible.
We look forward to seeing you in the snow!

Please note that the event will be conducted in Japanese.

Event information and registration

As Europe-Japan economic relations continue to evolve, access to reliable information, relevant networks and constructive dialogue remains essential for businesses navigating the Japanese market. Through its activities, events and engagement with partners and policymakers, the EBC works to strengthen the business environment for European companies in Japan and to foster opportunities for practical cooperation.

We look forward to continuing these discussions with our members and partners in the weeks ahead.

Valerie Moschetti
Chief Operating Officer
European Business Council in Japan

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