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Announcement of the New Directors for 2026

The Japan Junior Chamber International (JCI Japan), located in Chiyoda, Tokyo, has officially confirmed its new board of directors during the 180th General Assembly held on October 10, 2025. Each director's term will commence on January 1, 2026, and will last for one year, concluding on December 31, 2026.

Term Duration for Directors

In the Junior Chamber, all terms are limited to one year. This structure allows members to experience various positions each year, thereby accumulating rich practical experience. Additionally, this rotation contributes to the healthy development of the organization with refreshing leadership and innovative ideas.

Reflections on the Appointment of the 2026 Directors

We are deeply grateful to all the local member chambers across Japan—666 in total—for their approval of the newly appointed directors for 2026. Under the slogan “A Happy Nation Japan Born from True Hearts,” we aim to robustly promote initiatives towards realizing a bright and prosperous society.

All directors pledge to leverage the knowledge and experience garnered within the Junior Chamber to facilitate the growth of each member, enhance the development of local chambers, and contribute to the creation of a happier Japan. We sincerely request your unwavering support and cooperation throughout the year 2026.

Upcoming President for 2026: Taisho Kato, 75th President of Japan Junior Chamber International

About the Japan Junior Chamber International

The journey of the Japan Junior Chamber began in 1949, inspired by the ideal of realizing a bright and prosperous society, driven by responsible and passionate youth volunteers. The organization initially started as the Tokyo Junior Chamber of Commerce and Industry, changing its name upon the establishment of the Chamber of Commerce Law.

Since then, numerous Junior Chambers have emerged across the country with a shared vision of mutual improvement and social contribution. In 1951, the Japan Junior Chamber, serving as a national coordinating body, was officially established. Today, Junior Chambers throughout Japan operate under the principles of “Training, Service, and Friendship,” actively tackling societal issues such as volunteerism and administrative reform.

Furthermore, as members of the Junior Chamber International (JCI), they engage in collaborative activities with Junior Chambers across the globe, fostering international connections and pursuits.