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The application period for Cycle 2025 Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Programme is NOW OPEN!

For the Application Guidelines, the Application Form and additional documents: https://www.tt.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/jet_program.html

Call for Applications for the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Programme 2025 Cycle will be opening soon!

While waiting for applications to open, check out the JET Programme page to familiarize yourself with the process.
https://www.tt.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/jet_program.html

If you have some questions that need clarification, the JET Programme Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) will help you find your answers.
https://www.tt.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/11_000001_00856.html

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Call for Applications

The Japan World Exposition 1970 Commemorative Fund Grant Program (Fiscal Year 2025)


Japan World Exposition Commemorative Fund Grant Programs (JEC Fund Grant program) began for overseas projects in FY2025 on July 1 2024.

(1) Application period

Applications process for overseas projects will be started from July 1 of this year on the website of JEC Fund Grant program. Applications will be accepted from September 1 to September 30 2024.

(2) Eligible Project Condition

A project contributing to international understanding that is suitable for commemorating the success of Expo 70 and match the “aim of the Japan World Exposition.” A project that is recognized to have an association with Japan. For more details, please refer to the application guidelines https://www.tt.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100705436.pdf.

(3) JEC Fund Grant program accepts inquiries from applicants directly by e-mail or telephone (Japanese or English only; please refer to the below for contact information).

Contact information for the Kansai-Osaka 21st Century Association

Expo '70 Commemorative Fund Department

E-mail: [email protected]

Phone: +81 (0)-6-7507-2003

*** Please visit the Embassy of Japan Website for more information on our daily activities: https://www.tt.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_en/index.html

Congratulations to the incoming from and Tobago.

We are glad to share our knowledge and experience with them.

Centre for Language Learning The Centre for Language Learning is the language centre of the University of the West Indies, St. Au

Application Period EXTENDED!
Applications for the Japanese Government (Monbukagakusho: MEXT) Scholarship Programme 2025 is still open!

We are looking for applications from 🇹🇹🇦🇬🇬🇩🇻🇨🇩🇲🇱🇨🇰🇳🇬🇾🇸🇷

For Application Forms, Guidelines and further Information, please visit the Embassy of Japan website:
https://www.tt.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/MextScholarship.html

The deadline for receipt of applications is June 10, 2024.

Japanese Night - Friday 19 April 2024

The National Library and Information System Authority (NALIS) will host Asian Nights - a celebration of Asian arts, culture and cuisine, from April 17 - 19, 2024 at the National Library of Trinidad and Tobago, 23 Abercromby Street, Port of Spain.

🎬 Animation Screening – 5 Centimeters Per Second
Rating: All Ages
Time: 6:00p.m. – 7:00p.m
Location: Pamella Benson AV Room

Synopsis:
After transferring to the same elementary school, Takaki and Akari became best friends. But when both families are forced to relocate, their lives change. After a year of separation, Takaki is about to reunite with Akari. Sitting on the train from Tokyo, memories of the past rush through his mind as he draws closer to his meeting, Takaki and Akari begin to wonder if the will ever be able to see each other again, and share their secret feelings. Join Takaki on a journey into three interconnected tales of love and lost innocence that span the minutes and months of their lives.

🍵 Japanese Tea Ceremony Workshops
Time: 7:10p.m. – 7:30p.m. & 7:40p.m. – 8:00p.m.
Location: Pamella Benson AV Room

The Japanese tea ceremony (sadō or "the way of tea") is a Japanese tradition steeped in history. It is a ceremonial way of preparing and drinking green tea typically in a traditional tearoom with tatami floor. Guests will be able to see, learn the process and take part in making Macha tea.

Japanese Cultural Booths
Time: 7:10p.m. – 8:00p.m.
Location: Foyer

🔖 Origami Booth
Origami is the Japanese art of paper folding. Guests would be able to learn the process of making simple origami art to take home.

✏️ Manga Drawing Booth
Manga are comics or graphic novels originating from Japan. Guests would be able to learn the basics of drawing manga facial epressions and taught techniques by the guest artist.

🖌 Calligraphy Booth
Japanese calligraphy (書道, shodō), is a form of calligraphy, or artistic writing, of the Japanese language. Guests would be able to write words or their names using traditional writing instruments such as brush and ink.

👘 Yukata Wearing Booth
A yukata is an unlined cotton summer kimono, worn in casual settings such as summer festivals and to nearby bathhouses. Guests will be given the opportunity to try on the yukata and take photos.

Please visit the Embassy of Japan Website for more information of the event and on our daily activities: https://www.tt.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_en/index.html

SAVE THE DATE:
The Embassy of Japan in Trinidad & Tobago Presents - Japanese Dance ‘Jiutamai’ Performances and Workshop 2024
https://www.tt.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100650983.pdf

Jiutamai” is one of the most elegant of Japanese classical dances.

An unusual art form born in Kyoto in the 19th century during the Edo era, it was originally developed as a hobby for women to improve etiquette and behaviour as well as a form of exercise. Later, it evolved as the dances were performed in more intimate settings where the audience was able to view the performances close up, allowing viewers and performers to share the spirit of the moment.

The performances and workshop are in collaboration with the Centre for Language learning (CLL), the University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus, Queen’s Hall and the San Fernando Arts Council.

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📍 Tuesday 30 April – the Centre for Language learning (CLL), the University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus
📍Friday 3 May – Queen’s Hall, St. Ann’s, Port of Spain
📍Saturday 4 May – Creative Arts Centre, 97C Circular Road, Mon Repos, San Fernando

*** Open to the Public
*** Limited seating will be available (first come, first served basis)
*** Free Entry – Ticket Required
*** Ticket distribution details will be made available soon



Please visit the Embassy of Japan Website for more information of the event and on our daily activities: https://www.tt.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_en/index.html

Applications for the Japanese Government (Monbukagakusho: MEXT) Scholarship Programme 2025 is now open!

We are looking for applications from 🇹🇹🇦🇬🇬🇩🇻🇨🇩🇲🇱🇨🇰🇳🇬🇾🇸🇷

For Application Forms, Guidelines and further Information, please visit the Embassy of Japan website:
https://www.tt.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/MextScholarship.html

The deadline for receipt of applications is May 31, 2024.

Thirteen years after the Fukushima nuclear accident, life in Japan and particularly Soma city in Fukushima has returned to level of normalcy, even for food production and consumption.
Have a read in this blog post by Latoyaa Roberts-Thomas based on her recent trip to .
https://www.lrtsmediaandbusinesssolutions.com/post/food-safety-and-security-in-fukushima-japan-13-years-after

Interested in certifying your level of Japanese? Take the JLPT!
Test fee: TT$600 (all levels).
Test date: Sunday, July 7th 2024 at 9:30AM (all levels).
Application period ends on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. Email cll.fhe[at]sta.uwi.edu for registration and payment information. See website for more info: https://sta.uwi.edu/fhe/cll/services-2/certification-testing/jlpt/