Kizuna Across Cultures (KAC)

??? Webinar Recap: Japan Awaits! ??? Our "Japan Awaits: Study Abroad & Work Opportunities for Japanese Language Learners" webinar was a great success! Hosted by the Embassy of Japan, the Consulate General of San Francisco, and Kizuna Across Cultures, the event brought together 300 participants who actively engaged in the Q&A and shared insightful comments. All of our speakers shared their personal experiences and offered valuable advice: ?? Ambassador James Zumwalt emphasized the importance of immersing yourself in Japan through study abroad and the career opportunities that come with learning Japanese. His advice? "Just do it." ?? Pavel Martinez shared insights as a former MEXT scholarship recipient. ?? Nichole Mayfield offered expertise on learning Japanese and its impact on career growth. ?? Megan Bernard highlighted the professional opportunities available at companies like Nintendo of America. ?? Shanti Shoji (Moderator) guided the conversation and tied everything together with her own experiences. Through their presentations, the Q&A, and audience comments, we shared lots of valuable resources on Japanese language study, scholarships, study abroad, internships, and job opportunities. For future events and continued engagement, join the Global Classmates Community! Link to register: https://lnkd.in/eYU7-u3Z ? #JapanAwaits #EmbassyofJapan #consulategeneralofsanfrancisco #kizunaacrosscultures #StudyAbroad #JapaneseLanguage #MEXT #GlobalClassmates #CareerOpportunities #LearnJapanese #JapanExperience #StudyInJapan #InternshipOpportunities

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Japan Awaits: Study & Work Opportunities for Japanese Language Learners. Register NOW to attend it on December 4. https://lnkd.in/eHBaiQUX

???? Explore Opportunities For Japanese Language Learners! ???? Are you a middle/high school student, parent, or young adult curious about how learning Japanese can open doors to study abroad opportunities, scholarships, careers, and international experiences? Join our free online panel event on Wednesday, December 4 to learn about the many ways Japan awaits you! Hosted by the Embassy of Japan, the Consulate General of San Francisco, and Kizuna Across Cultures, this event brings together inspiring speakers with strong ties to Japan, including a former U.S. Ambassador, Japanese government officials, former exchange students, scholarship recipients, educators, and industry professionals. Hear their stories and insights into how Japanese language skills can enrich your future! You’ll also have a chance to ask questions during the Q&A session. This is a free-to-attend event, but registration is required. Register for this meeting in advance. ? ?? Date: Wednesday, December 4, 2024 ?? Time: 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM EST ?? Where: Online (Zoom) ??Register now: https://lnkd.in/eHBaiQUX ???????? ?????? ????????????????: ???????????? ?????????? (Moderator) – Co-founder of Kizuna Across Cultures ???????????????????? ?????????? ?????????????? - Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Japan-America Society of Washington DC ?????????? ???????????????? – Former MEXT scholarship recipient ?????????????? ???????????????? – Japanese language educator ?????????? ?????????????? – Professional at Nintendo of America Don’t miss this chance to discover the pathways Japanese language learning can create. We look forward to seeing you there! #StudyInJapan #JapanAwaits #JapaneseLanguage #CareerOpportunities #KizunaAcrossCultures Please register NOW to reserve your spot!

???? Explore Opportunities For Japanese Language Learners! ???? Are you a middle/high school student, parent, or young adult curious about how learning Japanese can open doors to study abroad opportunities, scholarships, careers, and international experiences? Join our free online panel event on Wednesday, December 4 to learn about the many ways Japan awaits you! Hosted by the Embassy of Japan, the Consulate General of San Francisco, and Kizuna Across Cultures, this event brings together inspiring speakers with strong ties to Japan, including a former U.S. Ambassador, Japanese government officials, former exchange students, scholarship recipients, educators, and industry professionals. Hear their stories and insights into how Japanese language skills can enrich your future! You’ll also have a chance to ask questions during the Q&A session. This is a free-to-attend event, but registration is required. Register for this meeting in advance. ? ?? Date: Wednesday, December 4, 2024 ?? Time: 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM EST ?? Where: Online (Zoom) ??Register now: https://lnkd.in/eHBaiQUX ???????? ?????? ????????????????: ???????????? ?????????? (Moderator) – Co-founder of Kizuna Across Cultures ???????????????????? ?????????? ?????????????? - Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Japan-America Society of Washington DC ?????????? ???????????????? – Former MEXT scholarship recipient ?????????????? ???????????????? – Japanese language educator ?????????? ?????????????? – Professional at Nintendo of America Don’t miss this chance to discover the pathways Japanese language learning can create. We look forward to seeing you there! #StudyInJapan #JapanAwaits #JapaneseLanguage #CareerOpportunities #KizunaAcrossCultures Please register NOW to reserve your spot!

?? Event Recap: KAC & Embassy of Japan Summer Webinar! ?? We had an incredible summer event with the Embassy of Japan, bringing together four inspiring panelists who shared their unique Japan-related journeys and the experiences that shaped their careers today. From stories of studying abroad to working internationally, the panelists offered insights into how Japan played a pivotal role in their paths and generously answered questions from an engaged audience. ??? With a record turnout of over 300 attendees, we’re thrilled to see such enthusiasm for US-Japan relations and cultural exchange! ?? A huge thank you to our amazing speakers and everyone who joined us! ?? Want to hear about more events like this? Follow us and sign up for our Global Classmates Community to stay connected with others interested in Japan, international careers, and cultural exchange. Link to register: https://lnkd.in/eYU7-u3Z #USJapanRelations #CulturalExchange #KACEvents #CareerInspiration #GlobalConnections #JapanJourney #KAC

??2024 年のイベントのまとめ?? 春に国際的なキャリアに関心のある日本の学生や若手社会人を対象とした素敵なイベントを開催しました。パネリストの方々からは、グローバルなキャリアを実現するための貴重なノウハウを提供いただき、それぞれのご経験をお話いただきました。?? イベントでは、スピーカーがそれぞれの経歴を紹介し、国際的なキャリアを実現するための実践的なアドバイスをシェアしていただきました。小グループにわかれてのインタラクティブな質疑応答セッションでは、参加者がスピーカーに直接質問し、個別にアドバイスを受けることができました。??? 講演者の皆様、貴重なお時間とお知恵をありがとうございました。講演者の方々のお話は、多くの学生にグローバルな機会を求めていく意欲を与えてくれたことと思います。 今後のイベントやキャリア構築の機会に興味がある方は、ぜひグローバル?クラスメート?コミュニティにご参加ください！???? 参加へのリンク: https://lnkd.in/eQEQWjyF #GlobalClassmates #InternationalCareers #CulturalExchange #Japan #CareerAdvice #GlobalEducation #KAC

??2024 Event Recap?? Last Spring, we had the pleasure of hosting three fantastic panelists who are passionate about US-Japan relations. Each panelist shared their unique experiences and the paths they took to their current careers, offering invaluable insights and advice to our participants. The interactive Q&A session was a hit, with attendees gaining practical tips on how to pursue their own interests in Japan through work and study. ??? Thank you to our speakers for your time, insights, and dedication. Your stories have inspired many to explore the endless possibilities in the field of US-Japan relations. If you’re passionate about building an international career or learning more about Japan, don’t miss out on our future events! Sign up for our Global Classmates Community today. ???? Register here: https://lnkd.in/eYU7-u3Z #USJapanRelations #CareerAdvice #InternationalCareers #GlobalEducation #CulturalExchange #KAC

Kyoka Trepka / トレプカ京佳(きょうか) 趣味/Hobbies: my hobbies are to learn new languages and crochet! 私の趣味は新しい言語を習うこととかぎ針編みです。 将来の夢/Future Goal: my dream is to eventually go to law school and go into a field related to education 私の将来の夢は法律大学へ通い教育の世界で働くことです。 どうしてセンパイになろうと思ったのか？/ Why you wanted to be a Senpai:? I wanted to be a senpai because I really want to spread knowledge about both Japan and the US to both countries. I believe that there are many beautiful aspects that are unknown to both sides and I want to help build a bridge for the future generations. 先輩になりたいと思った理由は、日本とアメリカの文化をおたがいの国に紹介したいからです。まだ知られてない文化や習慣があり、これから日本とアメリカの架け橋になってくれる生徒たちを少しでもサポートできたらなって思っています。