ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty.
Established in 1966, it is owned by 68 members—49 from the region.
ORGANIZATION
ACCOUNTABILITY
Japanese Representative Office (JRO)
The JRO serves as the focal point for interaction between ADB and its constituencies in Japan.
ADB President Masatsugu Asakawa
Masatsugu Asakawa is the President of ADB and the Chairperson of ADB's Board of Directors. He was elected President by ADB's Board of Governors and assumed office in January 2020.
ADB and Japan: Fact Sheet
Updated yearly, this provides information on Japan's contributions to ADB in terms of capital subscription and funding, the country's delegates in ADB, and involvement of Japanese companies and consultants in ADB projects.
Investor Presentation
The ADB Investor Presentation provides an overview of the Asian Development Bank, its operations, and other information relevant to prospective investors.
Our Role
Raise public awareness about ADB and the Asia-Pacific region.
Mobilize resources from the public and private sectors in Japan for ADB operations.
Serve as ADB's liaison to government agencies, NGOs, and other stakeholders in Japan by providing information and through coordination.
Staff
Holidays 2021
The Japanese Representative Office (JRO) will be closed on these dates.
| New Year's Day | January 1 (Friday) |
| Coming of the Age Day | January 11 (Monday) |
| Showa Day | April 29 (Thursday) |
| Health and Sports Day1 | July 23 (Friday), Date changed for 2021 |
| Mountain Day2 (Observed) | August 9 (Monday), Date changed for 2021 |
| Respect for the Aged Day | September 20 (Monday) |
| Labor Thanksgiving Day | November 23 (Tuesday) |
| New Year's Eve | December 29, 30, 31 (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday) |
1Health and Sports Day moved from the second Monday in October to July 23, to coincide with the opening ceremony for the Olympic Games.
2Mountain Day is brought forward by two days and will be observed on August 9, to coincide with the closing ceremony of the Olympic Games.
Last updated: 28 December 2020
