Japanese Representative Office (JRO)

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

Harumi KODAMA (Ms)Representative E-mail

Ushio TASHIBU (Mr)Deputy Representative E-mail

Masakazu SHIBATA (Mr)External Relations Officer E-mail

Keiko KAWAZU (Ms)Administration and Communications Coordinator E-mail

Keiko HAMADA-CHAKMA (Ms)Senior Administration and Communications Assistant E-mail

Yoko TAKAHASHI (Ms)Office Assistant E-mail

Holidays 2020

The Japanese Representative Office (JRO) will be closed on these dates.

New Year's Day	January 1-3 (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday)
Vernal Equinox Day	March 20 (Friday)
Sports Day	July 24 (Friday)
Respect for the Aged Day	September 21 (Monday)
Labor Thanksgiving Day	November 23 (Monday)
Year-end Holiday	December 29, 30, 31 (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)

Last updated: as of 16 April 2020

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