News & Events

Featured
April’s Ouchigohan Menu: Agedashi Tofu & Nasu Dengaku! 
April’s Ouchigohan Menu: Agedashi Tofu & Nasu Dengaku! 

This month’s menu features TWO dishes: Nasu Dengaku & Agedashi Tofu. Join us on Sunday, April 27 at 4:00 PM EST and learn how to make this comforting classic!

Photo of the Month: April 2025
Photo of the Month: April 2025

Our Photo of the Month comes from Mark Lamb (Ehime, 2024-Present) sharing a peaceful time on the Uwajima Unyu Ferry.

NEXT JET 2025 Cohort Registration Now Open!
NEXT JET 2025 Cohort Registration Now Open!

The NEXT JET Group Mentorship Program gives departing JETs the chance to connect with JET alumni, current JETs and 2025 departing JETs to get advice and have a safe space to ask questions and connect. 2025 JETs are welcome to join at any point, although this group is typically most active through the end of July.

Pathways to Becoming a Japanese Language Educator
Pathways to Becoming a Japanese Language Educator

Join us on Friday, May 9th, 7 -8:30pm ET to explore pathways into Japanese language education, from credentialing and certification to navigating career opportunities in K-12 and higher education.

How 2,000 Books in Kobe Created a University Librarian
How 2,000 Books in Kobe Created a University Librarian

A certain object — one that many people consider outdated nowadays — planted a seed in Adam Lisbon that ended up shaping his life.  “The thing that really made me want to travel and see the world — and Japan sort of filled that gap of where to go in the world — was, believe it or not, CD-Roms,” Lisbon said.

Looking for a particular article? Search past content.

Become a member to receive our monthly newsletter featuring the latest news, upcoming events, and professional development opportunities.

Follow Us!

Missed the last Ouchigohan? Don't worry, join #USJETAA and the Japan-America Society of Georgia for this April edition of Ouchigohan!⁠ ⁠ 🍲This month’s dish: Agedashi Tofu and Nasu Dengaku! The perfect dose of comfort and nostalgia.⁠ ⁠ Cook alo
Our Photo of the Month comes from current JET Mark Lamb (Ehime, 2024-present), from the top deck of the Uwajima Unyu Ferry. 🛳️ The perfect way to enjoy the sea, the breeze, and the sun.⁠ ⁠ Want to be featured in a future Photo of the Month? Submit y
How 2,000 books in Kobe created a university librarian 📚⁠ ⁠ USJETAA’s Rashaad Jorden (Yamagata, 2008-2010 & Kochi, 2018-2020) spoke with Adam Lisbon (Hyogo, 1995-1997) to learn how a fascination with CD-ROMs and a JET placement in Kobe sha
Whether it's attending local festivals, participating in cultural activities or meeting up with new friends, we all have JET memories we love.⁠ ⁠ Share your favorite spring memory from your time in Japan!⁠ ⁠ Submit your photos for a chance to see the
おいしそう! Look how good these korokke (コロッケ) came out from the Ouchigohan event last month! 😋⁠ ⁠ Thank you David LaCharite (JETAA Rocky Mountain) and Jessyca (USJETAA Executive Director) for sharing your creations!⁠ ⁠ Want to make your own delicious cr
🚀 NEXT JET 2025 Cohort Registration is now open!⁠ ⁠ Headed to Japan with the JET Program this year? Get ready for the journey of a lifetime—with support from those who’ve been there! The NEXT JET Group Mentorship Program connects departi
You can still register to join USJETAA for an exclusive view into the world of #Kabuki this Friday!⁠ ⁠ Mark Frey (Kumamoto, 2002-06) and Michi Kaifu will lead a discussion on kabuki, followed by a special Q&A at the end with Hashigo Nakamura.⁠ ⁠
おめでとうございます！🎉 The USJETAA community congratulates all the newly accepted 2025 JETs!⁠ ⁠ We can't wait to see you thrive in your assignments.⁠ ⁠ JET Alumni: what is one piece of advice you would give to the newest generation of JETs? Share your advice

Sponsors and Donors