1 Front Matter; 2 A Framework for Maximizing U.S. Interests in Science and Technology Relations with Japan; 3 Report of the Competitiveness Task Force: Executive Summary; 4 1 Introduction; 5 2 Science, Technology, and Innovation in Japan; 6 3 Science, Technology, and Innovation in the United States; 7 4 Statistical and Policy Context for U.S.-Japan Science and Technology Relations; 8 5 U.S.-Japan Technology and Competitiveness Trends in Key Industries; 9 6 Key Lessons and Priorities for the United States; 10 7 Conclusions and Policy Recommendations; 11 Appendix A: Workshops Organized by the Committee on Japan as Input for the Study on Maximizing U.S. Interests; 12 Appendix B: Committee on Japan Publications