The much-awaited Bon Odori Festival is here again! 🌸 Join us for a night filled with the vibrant energy of Japan’s summer tradition. 🎌 Traditional Bon Odori Dance – Feel the rhythm and move to the beat of Japan’s famous festival dance! 💃🎶🎌 Exciting Stage Performances – Witness captivating performances that showcase Japan’s rich culture…

The most well-known Japanese language proficiency test, the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT), is only held twice a year. However, the J.TEST is conducted six times a year, in odd-numbered months. Furthermore, the test venues are conveniently located in Makati or BGC (Note: the venue may change for each session).Here, we will focus on the..

The J.TEST Practical Japanese Proficiency Test has been conducted since 1991 as an objective assessment of Japanese language skills for non-native speakers. Each year, approximately 70,000 people in the world, including company employees, international students, and students at Japanese language schools, take the exam. The test is held six times a year. To secure a..

The Philippines proudly unveils its pavilion for the Osaka Expo 2025 in Japan. Designed by Carlo Calma Consultancy, the Philippine Pavilion, titled “Woven,” reflects the country’s connections to nature, cultural heritage, and community values. With the theme “Nature, Culture & Community: Woven Together for a Better Future,” it highlights Filipino creativity, diversity, and aspirations for..

🌟 November Highlights: Top 5 Films (Nov 1–26, 2024):1️⃣ Under the Open Sky2️⃣ Her Love Boils Bathwater3️⃣ Key of Life4️⃣ GON, THE LITTLE FOX5️⃣ Pukkulapottas and Hours in the Forest Top 10 Countries by Views:1️⃣ Australia 🇦🇺2️⃣ Indonesia 🇮🇩3️⃣ United States 🇺🇸4️⃣ Germany 🇩🇪5️⃣ Italy 🇮🇹6️⃣ Spain 🇪🇸7️⃣ Mexico 🇲🇽8️⃣ Brazil 🇧🇷9️⃣ United Kingdom 🇬🇧🔟..

🌟 THIS IS YOUR TIME TO SHINE! 🌟 The 52nd Nihongo Speech Contest is now open for entries!Do you have the passion and skills to speak in Nihongo? Here’s your chance to showcase your talent and win amazing prizes! 🏆 🔖 Why join?✨ All finalists will receive a certificate, plaque, and special prizes from The..

The Japan Foundation, Manila proudly presents:“文化、すごい！(Bunka, Sugoi!)” – Culture is truly amazing!Take a look at these inspiring entries from the University of the Philippines Diliman and the University of Manila. They’ve shown how incredible it is to celebrate Japanese language and culture!As we prepare for the Nihongo Fiesta 2025 this coming February, The Japan Foundation,..

Are you a Nihongo learner? Then don’t miss out on this month’s Can-do Dojo, a unique online space where all levels of Nihongo-jin gather to practice and improve their skills together! Let’s celebrate the holiday spirit with Japanese language practice and connect with fellow learners in a fun, supportive environment. 📅 Event Details:Date: Tuesday, 19..

The Norwegian Nobel Committee announced on the 11th that this year’s Nobel Peace Prize will be awarded to the Japan Confederation of A- and H-Bomb Sufferers Organizations (Nihon Hidankyo) for its efforts to eliminate nuclear weapons. The committee praised the group for advocating a world free of nuclear weapons, drawing on the testimonies of Hiroshima..

On September 15, 2024, Hiroyuki Sanada achieved a historic victory at the 2024 Emmy Awards, becoming the first Japanese actor to win the award for Best Lead Actor in a Drama Series. This prestigious honor was bestowed upon him for his powerful performance as Yoshii Toranaga in the FX series Shōgun. Sanada’s win not only..