NSF Japan Water Forum 2026 held: International water standards and regulatory trends shared; leaders from Japan’s water-related industry gather at the first event co-hosted by NSF and the U.S. Embassy in Japan’s Commercial Service
Summary
NSF Japan held its first Water Forum in Tokyo with the U.S. Embassy’s Commercial Service to share international water standards and regulatory trends. The event brought together industry leaders and public-sector stakeholders to discuss safe drinking water and compliance requirements in Japan and overseas markets. NSF presenters outlined U.S. and EU-related standards, including NSF protocols that help manufacturers prepare for certification and pre-assessment. The panel discussion highlighted how NSF certification affects R&D, marketing, and sales, and what support companies may need to grow their businesses. The event positions NSF as a standards and certification partner for water-related manufacturers facing cross-border regulatory demands.