Do you want to practice your Japanese conversation abilities and learn new vocab and grammar, guided by native speakers? Please join our all-levels, in-person Japanese conversation class, held weekly at Arlington Central Library! Classes are free, no registration required.

Dates: Wednesdays

Time: 12-1 p.m.

Location: Arlington Central Library (usually in the Quincy Room)

Level: All! Beginners welcome!!

You can join one class or come every week. Questions? Email info@sjastudy.org. We hope you will attend!

Are you a native speaker of Japanese interested in volunteering at conversation class? Please sign up to volunteer here! ご興味のある方は、このリンクでボランティアのサインアップへご登録ください。

Note: by attending this event, you agree that any photos taken of you may be used in future marketing materials for SJA.

Do you want to study Japanese and learn about Japanese culture? Please join our beginner through advanced Japanese language class for youth (elementary, middle, and high school students). Classes will be offered online via Zoom. Classes are free, but spots are limited, so registration is required. Register here via Zoom.

Dates: January 21st, February 18th, March 17th, April 21st, May 19th, June 16th

Time: 6:00-6:45 p.m. EST

Location: online via Zoom

Level: beginner to advanced

Target: youth (elementary, middle, and high school students)

You can join just one, or join all the classes offered! The class’s instructors will be Sarah-sensei, Liz-sensei, Maru-sensei, Yoshimi-sensei, Miki-sensei, and Emiko-sensei. 

Questions? Email info@sjastudy.org. We hope you will attend!

Note: by attending this event, you agree that any photos taken of you may be used in future marketing materials for SJA.

Join to learn the simple pleasure of origami crafts via 45-minute online workshop. Please register first and you will receive a Zoom link. The workshop will be suited for students of any age from kindergarteners to retirees looking for a new hobby. A great opportunity for a family activity as well. All skill levels are welcome!

The theme for this month’s session is Toys! (Themes/models are subject to change.)

What you will need for the workshop:

• Origami paper, preferably 6 inch x 6 inch (15 cm x 15 cm). Other sizes are OK too.

• Internet access to Zoom.

Questions? Email info@sjastudy.org.

Note: By attending this event, you agree that any photo of you may be used in future marketing materials for SJA.

Are you interested in Japan? Do you study Japanese or want to communicate with Japanese students in Tokyo? SJA is hosting a youth language and culture exchange program with Setagaya, Tokyo by Zoom! You can practice Japanese and help Japanese students practice English. It’s a monthly event, so you can choose which dates to register for—come once or come every time! It’s really flexible and each session is independently conclusive, so you don’t have to worry about missing a session. And it’s free!

Please sign up using the link below by at least two days before the session you would like to attend. We’ll provide you the Zoom link once you register.

What you’ll experience:

• Practice conversational Japanese (beginners welcome!)

• Learn local info

• Chance to get connected and make new friends

Note: by attending this event, you agree that any photos taken of you may be used in future marketing materials for SJA.

Do you want to practice your Japanese conversation abilities and learn new vocab and grammar, guided by native speakers? Please join our all-levels, in-person Japanese conversation class, held weekly at Arlington Central Library! Classes are free, no registration required.

Dates: Wednesdays

Time: 12-1 p.m.

Location: Arlington Central Library (usually in the Quincy Room)

Level: All! Beginners welcome!!

You can join one class or come every week. Questions? Email info@sjastudy.org. We hope you will attend!

Are you a native speaker of Japanese interested in volunteering at conversation class? Please sign up to volunteer here! ご興味のある方は、このリンクでボランティアのサインアップへご登録ください。

Note: by attending this event, you agree that any photos taken of you may be used in future marketing materials for SJA.

SJA will have a booth at the Sakura Matsuri again this year! Come join us to learn Origami, play with Kendama (a traditional Japanese toy), try quizzes about Japan, or simply speak Japanese! We look forward to seeing you at our booth when you come to Sakura Matsuri on April 13 & 14, 2024!

If you volunteer with SJA, you have a free path to Sakura Matsuri!

Or get a discount ticket for $10 for a one-day ticket with no additional fees! Just type your discount ticket code "SJA" when you purchase a ticket. 

SJA will have a booth at the Sakura Matsuri again this year! Come join us to learn Origami, play with Kendama (a traditional Japanese toy), try quizzes about Japan, or simply speak Japanese! We look forward to seeing you at our booth when you come to Sakura Matsuri on April 13 & 14, 2024!

If you volunteer with SJA, you have a free path to Sakura Matsuri!

Or get a discount ticket for $10 for a one-day ticket with no additional fees! Just type your discount ticket code "SJA" when you purchase a ticket. 

Do you want to practice your Japanese conversation abilities and learn new vocab and grammar, guided by native speakers? Please join our all-levels, in-person Japanese conversation class, held weekly at Arlington Central Library! Classes are free, no registration required.

Dates: Wednesdays

Time: 12-1 p.m.

Location: Arlington Central Library (usually in the Quincy Room)

Level: All! Beginners welcome!!

You can join one class or come every week. Questions? Email info@sjastudy.org. We hope you will attend!

Are you a native speaker of Japanese interested in volunteering at conversation class? Please sign up to volunteer here! ご興味のある方は、このリンクでボランティアのサインアップへご登録ください。

Note: by attending this event, you agree that any photos taken of you may be used in future marketing materials for SJA.

SJA will offer an Origami workshop to make Cherry Blossom crafts in collaboration with the Cherrydale Public Library. Please join us for a fun workshop, no experience in origami folding necessary.

SJA is hosting a Matcha tea tasting and origami folding experience at a fun cherry blossom activity with the kids event Pink in the Pool on Saturday, April 6, from 9 a.m. to noon. Tickets for this event are sold out, but you can volunteer for SJA and access the event! Volunteering starts from 8am to 12:30pm.  Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. No experience in Matcha making?  No worries, Urasenke tea ceremony practitioners will teach you how to make Matcha!

Do you want to practice your Japanese conversation abilities and learn new vocab and grammar, guided by native speakers? Please join our all-levels, in-person Japanese conversation class, held weekly at Arlington Central Library! Classes are free, no registration required.

Dates: Wednesdays

Time: 12-1 p.m.

Location: Arlington Central Library (usually in the Quincy Room)

Level: All! Beginners welcome!!

You can join one class or come every week. Questions? Email info@sjastudy.org. We hope you will attend!

Are you a native speaker of Japanese interested in volunteering at conversation class? Please sign up to volunteer here! ご興味のある方は、このリンクでボランティアのサインアップへご登録ください。

Note: by attending this event, you agree that any photos taken of you may be used in future marketing materials for SJA.

SJA will be hosting a booth at the GWU Japan Fest on March 30th. Please come join us. There will be many other booths related to Japan. Performances include Nen Daiko, Okinawa Karate, Koto, among others. 

Do you want to practice your Japanese conversation abilities and learn new vocab and grammar, guided by native speakers? Please join our all-levels, in-person Japanese conversation class, held weekly at Arlington Central Library! Classes are free, no registration required.

Dates: Wednesdays

Time: 12-1 p.m.

Location: Arlington Central Library (usually in the Quincy Room)

Level: All! Beginners welcome!!

You can join one class or come every week. Questions? Email info@sjastudy.org. We hope you will attend!

Are you a native speaker of Japanese interested in volunteering at conversation class? Please sign up to volunteer here! ご興味のある方は、このリンクでボランティアのサインアップへご登録ください。

Note: by attending this event, you agree that any photos taken of you may be used in future marketing materials for SJA.

Do you want to learn Japanese language and culture?  Please join our adult beginner's class.

The class will be done via Zoom and the cost is free.  Since spots are limited, registration is required.  

Instructors:  Karen sensei & Yuriko sensei

Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0rfu2trD0vHNR-MjeRCovK0edPsci_SbXY 

Questions?:  Email info@sjastudy.org

Note: By attending this class, you agree that any photos of you may be used in future marketing materials for SJA.

SJA will partner with Taro's Origami to participate in the Sakura Sunday on March 24th, 2024 from 11am – 6pm at the National Harbor.  Please come join us at the Capital Wheel Pier in the Capital Canopy!

Other activities at the Sakura Sunday include:  

• Traditional Japanese Picnic

• Unique Japanese Market

• Foods of Japan

• Japanese Music & Entertainment

• Sake & Beer Garden

Do you want to practice your Japanese conversation abilities and learn new vocab and grammar, guided by native speakers? Please join our all-levels, in-person Japanese conversation class, held weekly at Arlington Central Library! Classes are free, no registration required.

Dates: Wednesdays

Time: 12-1 p.m.

Location: Arlington Central Library (usually in the Quincy Room)

Level: All! Beginners welcome!!

You can join one class or come every week. Questions? Email info@sjastudy.org. We hope you will attend!

Are you a native speaker of Japanese interested in volunteering at conversation class? Please sign up to volunteer here! ご興味のある方は、このリンクでボランティアのサインアップへご登録ください。

Note: by attending this event, you agree that any photos taken of you may be used in future marketing materials for SJA.

Do you want to study Japanese and learn about Japanese culture? Please join our beginner through advanced Japanese language class for youth (elementary, middle, and high school students). Classes will be offered online via Zoom. Classes are free, but spots are limited, so registration is required. Register here via Zoom.

Dates: January 21st, February 18th, March 17th, April 21st, May 19th, June 16th

Time: 6:00-6:45 p.m. EST

Location: online via Zoom

Level: beginner to advanced

Target: youth (elementary, middle, and high school students)

You can join just one, or join all the classes offered! The class’s instructors will be Sarah-sensei, Liz-sensei, Maru-sensei, Yoshimi-sensei, Miki-sensei, and Emiko-sensei. 

Questions? Email info@sjastudy.org. We hope you will attend!

Note: by attending this event, you agree that any photos taken of you may be used in future marketing materials for SJA.

Are you interested in Japan? Do you study Japanese or want to communicate with Japanese students in Tokyo? SJA is hosting a youth language and culture exchange program with Setagaya, Tokyo by Zoom! You can practice Japanese and help Japanese students practice English. It’s a monthly event, so you can choose which dates to register for—come once or come every time! It’s really flexible and each session is independently conclusive, so you don’t have to worry about missing a session. And it’s free!

Please sign up using the link below by at least two days before the session you would like to attend. We’ll provide you the Zoom link once you register.

What you’ll experience:

• Practice conversational Japanese (beginners welcome!)

• Learn local info

• Chance to get connected and make new friends

Note: by attending this event, you agree that any photos taken of you may be used in future marketing materials for SJA.

Do you want to practice your Japanese conversation abilities and learn new vocab and grammar, guided by native speakers? Please join our all-levels, in-person Japanese conversation class, held weekly at Arlington Central Library! Classes are free, no registration required.

Dates: Wednesdays

Time: 12-1 p.m.

Location: Arlington Central Library (usually in the Quincy Room)

Level: All! Beginners welcome!!

You can join one class or come every week. Questions? Email info@sjastudy.org. We hope you will attend!

Are you a native speaker of Japanese interested in volunteering at conversation class? Please sign up to volunteer here! ご興味のある方は、このリンクでボランティアのサインアップへご登録ください。

Note: by attending this event, you agree that any photos taken of you may be used in future marketing materials for SJA.

Join to learn the simple pleasure of origami crafts via 45-minute online workshop. Please register first and you will receive a Zoom link. The workshop will be suited for students of any age from kindergarteners to retirees looking for a new hobby. A great opportunity for a family activity as well. All skill levels are welcome!

The theme for this month’s session is Easter! (Themes/models are subject to change.)

What you will need for the workshop:

• Origami paper, preferably 6 inch x 6 inch (15 cm x 15 cm). Other sizes are OK too.

• Internet access to Zoom.

Questions? Email info@sjastudy.org.

Note: By attending this event, you agree that any photo of you may be used in future marketing materials for SJA.

Join us for a fun cherry blossom origami workshop hosted by SJA (Study Japanese in Arlington), Origami Team

Would you like to enjoy folding cherry blossom flowers to decorate and create handmade gifts for the arrival of spring? We will introduce various cherry blossom models from easy to slightly more complex levels (refer to photos).

The workshop will be in Japanese but English support is also available.

Don't miss out – register today!  SJA: SJA Cherry Blossom Origami Workshop (for adults) (signupgenius.com)

Date: March  7th (Thursday) 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM 

Location: Arlington Central Library, Bluemont Room, 1015 North Quincy Street, Arlington VA 22201

Fee: Free 

Capacity: Limited spots available (First-come, first-served) 

Instructor: Michiko Okuma (Certified Instructor at Taro's Origami in NY / Japan Origami Association)

To join or for inquiries, email us at okumamichi@gmail.com

We look forward to folding with you!

Do you want to practice your Japanese conversation abilities and learn new vocab and grammar, guided by native speakers? Please join our all-levels, in-person Japanese conversation class, held weekly at Arlington Central Library! Classes are free, no registration required.

Dates: Wednesdays

Time: 12-1 p.m.

Location: Arlington Central Library (usually in the Quincy Room)

Level: All! Beginners welcome!!

You can join one class or come every week. Questions? Email info@sjastudy.org. We hope you will attend!

Are you a native speaker of Japanese interested in volunteering at conversation class? Please sign up to volunteer here! ご興味のある方は、このリンクでボランティアのサインアップへご登録ください。

Note: by attending this event, you agree that any photos taken of you may be used in future marketing materials for SJA.

Do you want to practice your Japanese conversation abilities and learn new vocab and grammar, guided by native speakers? Please join our all-levels, in-person Japanese conversation class, held weekly at Arlington Central Library! Classes are free, no registration required.

Dates: Wednesdays

Time: 12-1 p.m.

Location: Arlington Central Library (usually in the Quincy Room)

Level: All! Beginners welcome!!

You can join one class or come every week. Questions? Email info@sjastudy.org. We hope you will attend!

Are you a native speaker of Japanese interested in volunteering at conversation class? Please sign up to volunteer here! ご興味のある方は、このリンクでボランティアのサインアップへご登録ください。

Note: by attending this event, you agree that any photos taken of you may be used in future marketing materials for SJA.

Do you want to learn Japanese language and culture?  Please join our adult beginner's class.

The class will be done via Zoom and the cost is free.  Since spots are limited, registration is required.  

Instructors:  Karen sensei & Yuriko sensei

Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0rfu2trD0vHNR-MjeRCovK0edPsci_SbXY 

Questions?:  Email info@sjastudy.org

Note: By attending this class, you agree that any photos of you may be used in future marketing materials for SJA.

Do you want to practice your Japanese conversation abilities and learn new vocab and grammar, guided by native speakers? Please join our all-levels, in-person Japanese conversation class, held weekly at Arlington Central Library! Classes are free, no registration required.

Dates: Wednesdays

Time: 12-1 p.m.

Location: Arlington Central Library (usually in the Quincy Room)

Level: All! Beginners welcome!!

You can join one class or come every week. Questions? Email info@sjastudy.org. We hope you will attend!

Are you a native speaker of Japanese interested in volunteering at conversation class? Please sign up to volunteer here! ご興味のある方は、このリンクでボランティアのサインアップへご登録ください。

Note: by attending this event, you agree that any photos taken of you may be used in future marketing materials for SJA.

Do you want to study Japanese and learn about Japanese culture? Please join our beginner through advanced Japanese language class for youth (elementary, middle, and high school students). Classes will be offered online via Zoom. Classes are free, but spots are limited, so registration is required. Register here via Zoom.

Dates: January 21st, February 18th, March 17th, April 21st, May 19th, June 16th

Time: 6:00-6:45 p.m. EST

Location: online via Zoom

Level: beginner to advanced

Target: youth (elementary, middle, and high school students)

You can join just one, or join all the classes offered! The class’s instructors will be Sarah-sensei, Liz-sensei, Maru-sensei, Yoshimi-sensei, Miki-sensei, and Emiko-sensei. 

Questions? Email info@sjastudy.org. We hope you will attend!

Note: by attending this event, you agree that any photos taken of you may be used in future marketing materials for SJA.

Are you interested in Japan? Do you study Japanese or want to communicate with Japanese students in Tokyo? SJA is hosting a youth language and culture exchange program with Setagaya, Tokyo by Zoom! You can practice Japanese and help Japanese students practice English. It’s a monthly event, so you can choose which dates to register for—come once or come every time! It’s really flexible and each session is independently conclusive, so you don’t have to worry about missing a session. And it’s free!

Please sign up using the link below by at least two days before the session you would like to attend. We’ll provide you the Zoom link once you register.

What you’ll experience:

• Practice conversational Japanese (beginners welcome!)

• Learn local info

• Chance to get connected and make new friends

Note: by attending this event, you agree that any photos taken of you may be used in future marketing materials for SJA.