Development/Fundraising Committee
Develops and implements fundraising campaigns and strategies to strengthen JASO's financial position for specific programs, general operations and the Society's Endowment Account.

Educational Committee
Develops and implements educational programs which promote a better understanding of Japan in the elementary and secondary schools and universities of thi region. Supports Japan-related teacher education in this region by developing and implementing programs which provide teachers with professional development opportunities. Including our school visitation program: Japan on the Road: teaching Elementary Students about Contemporary Japan.

Japan Forum Committee
Develops an annual series of high-level business programs which provides the people of the community with tangible information on doing business with the Japanese and contributes toward an increased awareness of the Oregon-Japan economic relationship. Also provides forums that address Japan/Asia-related issues of importance to this region.

Japanese Community Programs Committee
Develops programs (in Japanese) which will benefit and interest the Society's Japanese members and their families.

Membership Committee
Assists the Society in increasing membership on an ongoing basis and establishes annual membership goals which provide for increases through implementation of an annual membership drive. Also develops programs or activities in cooperation with other JASO committees that will attract new members.

Public Affairs Committee
Develops and implements an effective public relations strategy to assist the Society in becoming more visible in the community and to increase public awareness of JASO's programs and mission.