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| The International Audio Society of Japan (IASJ) is a voluntary association of importers and manufacturers of advanced audio products. Our objective is to promote the distribution and innovation of fine, world-class audio products and related devices. Our former name was the Society of Consumer Audio Equipment Distributors (SOCAD). We contribute to the development of Japanfs audio market by holding regular meetings, sharing information, maintaining contact with Japanese and overseas organizations that have similar aims, and other such activities. Our most important event is the Tokyo International Audio Show (TIAS) held every year in the fall. Attendance is now more than 10,000 visitors each year. The Show brings together 30 corporate members under one roof and exhibits products representing about 180 brands from different parts of the world. The event began in 1983 under the name, Import Audio Show. In 1997, the 15th annual show was held for the first time at the prestigious Tokyo International Forum. Before then, the shows had highlighted imported audio products, but since 1997 they have also included Japanfs best audio brands. Also in 1997, the event took on its present name, Tokyo International Audio Show. |