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ありがとう Yomu Yomu For Continuing to Support USJETAA!
ありがとう Yomu Yomu For Continuing to Support USJETAA!

Thanks to Yomu Yomu for continuing to support USJETAA’s Japanese Reading Group with six months of free access to their learning materials!

Japanese Reading Group: August 2025
Japanese Reading Group: August 2025

Join us on Friday, August 15 at 7pm ET to read a short essay called おにぎりの味 (The Taste of Onigiri) by physicist and essayist Nakaya Ukichiro.

Maplopo’s JET-Only Cohort: Save 60% on Tuition for Fall 2025
Maplopo’s JET-Only Cohort: Save 60% on Tuition for Fall 2025

Sign up for Maplopo’s JET-Only Cohort taking place this fall!

Japan Society of Boston Meets Justin Randall (Hokkaido, 2019-2024)
Japan Society of Boston Meets Justin Randall (Hokkaido, 2019-2024)

This July, Japan Society of Boston featured Justin Randall (Hokkaido, 2019-2024), in their JSB meets JET Alumni series.

Photo of the Month: July 2025
Photo of the Month: July 2025

July’s Photo of the Month comes from Reily Oller (Kyoto, 2022-2023), capturing a moment of her celebrating Tanabata during her time on JET.

Heart of a Fighter: Harry Hill
Heart of a Fighter: Harry Hill

This profile of JET alumnus Harry Hill highlights how his early experiences in Japan laid the groundwork for a dynamic career bridging U.S.-Japan relations. From interpreting for local officials to launching successful businesses, Hill turned his time on JET into a lifelong mission. His story highlights the power of building meaningful relationships, embracing challenges, and seeing one's outsider status as a strength.

July’s Ouchigohan Menu: Summer Matsuri Special!
July’s Ouchigohan Menu: Summer Matsuri Special!

Join us Saturday, July 19 at 5 PM ET for July’s Ouchigohan — Summer Matsuri Special!

Japan Society of Boston Meets Chelsie Blackwell (Kyoto, 2019-2020)
Japan Society of Boston Meets Chelsie Blackwell (Kyoto, 2019-2020)

This June, Japan Society of Boston featured Chelsie Blackwell (Kyoto, 2019-2020), in their JSB meets JET Alumni series.

Photo of the Month: June 2025
Photo of the Month: June 2025

June’s Photo of the Month comes from our very own USJETAA Social Media Coordinator, Brianna Fox-Priest.

Japanese Language Coaching for Departing JETs!
Japanese Language Coaching for Departing JETs!

Getting ready to move to Japan? Join our language coaching session focused on departing JETs! Led by experts Daniel Morales and Chris Vasselli, with over 40 years combined experience, you’ll get practical tips and personalized advice to boost your Japanese before you go.

Session will be held on Friday, June 27 at 7pm ET.

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This month, we’re diving into the short essay “The Taste of Onigiri” (おにぎりの味) by physicist and essayist Nakaya Ukichiro. Who doesn't LOVE onigiri?? Audio versions will also be available on YouTube to help you follow along! 🎧📖⁠ ⁠ ?
Ready to level up your Japanese this fall?⁠ ⁠ 📣 We're excited to announce that our partner and corporate sponsor, Maplopo, has opened up another special JET-Only Cohort with an incredible 60% tuition discount—just $1,000 (normally $2,499)!⁠ ⁠
Happy Umi No Hi (海の日)!⁠ ⁠ Today, on the third Monday of July, Japan honors the power and generosity of its seas. Full of bountiful resources, it's a power that deserves recognition. Locals enjoy vibrant beach trips, eco‑friendly clean‑ups, and marine
These words of Senpai Wisdom were too good not to share again!⁠ ⁠ Harry Hill's (Gifu, 1985-1988) biggest advice to new and current JETs is to "Be a big fish in a small pond."⁠ ⁠ We couldn't agree more. Read more advice and helpful insights
Views from the 3.11 Memorial in Rikuzentakata.⁠ ⁠ 14 years after the Great East Tohoku Earthquake, USJETAA's Executive Director had the opportunity to see the drastic revitalization of the town, which our JETAA community helped support. The memorial
🍽️ Join us for a “Summer Matsuri Special” edition of Ouchigohan!, our family-friendly virtual Japanese cooking class with @jas_wdc ✨⁠ ⁠ On Saturday, July 19, at 5:00 PM EST, we’re bringing the flavors of a Japanese summer festival
This month, as part of their JSB Meets JET Alumni series, the Japan Society of Boston meets Justin Randall (Kushiro, Hokkaido 2019–2024), whose deep connection to Hokkaido continues to shape his work and life in Japan.⁠ ⁠ Originally unsure of h

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