IEEE Japan Council Women in Engineering affinity group was officially established May 2, 2005. This is the first WIE affinity group in Japan. The status and advancement of women in the engineering and science professions is the focus of the WIE membership group. Goals include the development of mentoring and educational programs, the publication of relevant information, and special initiatives.

IEEE Japan Council Women in Engineering affinity group cooperates the panel discussion "Women in Robotics towards Human Science and Society".