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From beginners to advanced: Students showcase their progress in Japanese
On September 9th, Shinjuku Japanese Language Institute organized an event where students gave presentations in Japanese in front of their peers at the National Olympics Memorial Youth Center in Yoyogi. This event provided students with the opportunity to showcase their progress in Japanese over the year, guided by the school’s staff and teaching faculty. The […]
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A Day Trip to Mishima Skywalk and Mishima Taisha
On August 23rd, a day trip organized by the Shinjuku Japanese Language School’s Tourism Business Class took place. The destinations were the Mishima Skywalk and Mishima Taisha in Shizuoka. In preparation, the teacher and students spent time planning the tour details and even requested quotes from external tour companies, ensuring a thorough and professional approach. […]
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An Unforgettable Day at Mount Fuji: A School Trip into Nature
Mount Fuji, the iconic symbol of Japan, is a captivating destination for a school trip. Its majesty and cultural significance make it the perfect setting for an unforgettable educational adventure. On July 26th, the students of SNG Tokyo had the opportunity to embark on a trip to finally explore it. Departure from School:The day begins […]
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Meeting with Surangel S. Whipps Jr., President of the Republic of Palau
On June 4, 2024, Shinjuku Japanese Language Institute welcomed Surangel S. Whipps Jr., President of the Republic of Palau, who was visiting Japan, to discuss the “Japan-Palau Friendship Progress Study Abroad Scholarship.” Also present were Gustav Aitaro, Minister of State of the Republic of Palau, Peter Adelbai, Palauan Ambassador to Japan, and Hiroyasu Orikasa, Japanese […]
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Disaster Preparedness Day for Spring 2024
On Friday, May 31, 2024, Disaster Preparedness Day was held at Shinjuku Japanese Language School. The event aimed to enable students and faculty to act calmly during an earthquake, make appropriate judgments, provide assistance, learn necessary Japanese for disaster situations, and cultivate the spirit of self-help and mutual aid to protect themselves and others. The […]
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Yojijukugo for International Students in the Spring Semester 2024
In Japanese, there are words called “yojijukugo,” which are idiomatic expressions composed of four kanji characters. These phrases reflect the unique expressiveness and culture of the Japanese language, making them an attractive element for learners. This year, advanced students at Shinjuku Japanese Language School created enjoyable slide presentations to help others learn yojijukugo. These presentations […]
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Shinjuku Japanese Language Institute Graduation Ceremony 2023
On March 22, 2024, Shinjuku Japanese Language Institute held its graduation ceremony. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the ceremony had been conducted online or within the school for a while, but this year, it was finally held at an external venue for the first time in five years. This year’s grand ceremony took place at […]
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JSUS/Pathways Graduation Ceremony
On March 17, 2024, a graduation ceremony and exchange meeting were held for Ukrainian students accepted by JSUS (Japan Support for Ukrainian Students), which Shinjuku Japanese Language School is a member of, and Pathways Japan. This program accepted 100 students from Ukraine. In addition, support was provided for entry into Japan, Japanese language education, accommodation, […]
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Speech and Performance Contest 2023
On February 24th, Shinjuku Japanese Language School held its 2023 Speech and Performance Contest at the National Olympics Memorial Youth Center. This event showcased performances that students and faculty had been practicing for several weeks in front of the entire school. In the days leading up to the event, students and staff could be seen […]
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An ONI Came to Our School on Setsubun 2024!
On February 2nd, Shinjuku Japanese Language Insitute celebrated Setsubun a day early. Teachers explained the significance of Setsubun in each class and distributed beans. Suddenly, to everyone’s surprise, a demon appeared in the classroom! Amid rising tension, the students faced the imminent threat by shouting loudly, “Out with the demon, in with good fortune!” They […]