In a groundbreaking meeting in Tokyo, senior energy executives from Houston, Texas, dubbed the 'energy capital of the world', engaged with Japanese counterparts to explore pathways for Japan's transition to a 'hydrogen society'. The discussion underscored Japan's emphasis on clean hydrogen as a pivotal energy source for achieving national decarbonization objectives. Recognizing Japan's reliance on international collaborations due to limited domestic resources, the Center for Houston's Future and the Japan Hydrogen Association came together to co-host 'The Japan-U.S. Gulf Coast Clean Hydrogen Round Table'. This event marked a significant step towards fostering cross-border partnerships in the clean hydrogen sector. The signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the two organizations symbolized a shared commitment to advancing clean hydrogen strategies. The Forum, initiated by the Greater Houston Partnership, aimed at strengthening ties between the U.S. Gulf Coast and Japan in promoting clean hydrogen initiatives. Discussions encompassed various facets including energy policies, technology advancements, and social implementation strategies. Brett Perlman, CEO of the Center of Houston's Future, reinforced the importance of collaboration with the Japanese market to realize a sustainable hydrogen society. The event highlighted the active participation of over 20 energy companies from the U.S. Gulf Coast, demonstrating the mutual interest in fostering global partnerships and supply chains for clean hydrogen. Through such collaborations, the aim is to play a central role in driving decarbonization efforts both in the U.S. and worldwide, with a focus on building a greener energy ecosystem.