An eminent international mathematics journal, the Japanese Journal of Mathematics has been published since 1924. The Mathematical Society of Japan is proud to announce the debut in 2006 of its third series as authoritative research survey articles. The Japanese Journal of Mathematics encourages advanced and clear expositions, giving new insight on a topic of recent interest from broad perspectives and/or reviewing all major developments in an important area over many years. The journal is intended for a wide range of mathematicians extending beyond a small circle of specialists. Award.