WMU Japanese Program

09/17/2026

🌎 Save the date for a Soga Japan Center Special Talk on Wednesday, Sept. 30, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., in Brown Hall, Room 3025.

WMU's Dr. Carlos Pimentel will present, "Inclusive Japanese Language Teaching: What We Can Learn from Japan and How Universal Design for Learning and AI Can Help."

We hope to see you there. 💛 WMU College of Arts and Sciences WMU Office of Student Engagement WMU Japanese Program

09/16/2026

In the Center for Immunobiology at , Hiroyuki Hirakawa, MD, PhD, is exploring how the bone marrow microenvironment regulates blood cell production and blood disorders. It is work he hopes one day will help extend the lives of patients with leukemia.

Read more at https://ow.ly/hEIO50ZO0rB.

08/25/2026

Michigan Sekishu Sado Club / ミシガン石州流茶道倶楽部

Michigan Sekishu Sado Club, a nonprofit organization based in Northville, Michigan, was newly established on August 1, 2026.

The club is dedicated to promoting and fostering a deeper understanding of Japanese culture in Michigan through lessons and training in the Sekishu School of Tea Ceremony, Kimono dressing, and Calligraphy, as well as seminars, workshops, tea ceremonies, and demonstrations at community events.

For more information about the club’s activities, please contact:
Akemi Kurumisawa (Founder and President)
Tel: (248) 993-0566
Email: [email protected]

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2026年8月1日、ノースビル市を拠点とする非営利団体「ミシガン石州流茶道倶楽部」が新たに設立されました。

同倶楽部は、石州流茶道、着物の着付け、書道のレッスンや稽古をはじめ、講習会やワークショップ、茶会、さらには外部イベントでの実演などを通じて、ミシガン州における日本文化の普及と理解促進に取り組んでいます。

倶楽部の活動に関する詳細は、下記までお問い合わせください。
代表: 楜澤　明美
Tel: (248) 993-0566
Email: [email protected]

07/27/2026

From Japan to new opportunities worldwide!
“I'm really glad I came to the United States to learn English and gain new experiences.” — Momoka Ichikawa

Attention F-1 visa students! 🌟

You may already know that your spouse can join you in the United States on an F-2 dependent visa, but did you know that they can also study English at Western Michigan University at a discounted tuition rate? If you have a spouse who is interested in this opportunity, reach out to our Center for English Language and Culture (CELCIS) team!

“I really recommend that everyone come to the United States to learn English, gain new experiences and see the world... My life totally changed because of CELCIS. I have a lot of opportunities now because I know English.” —Momoka Ichikawa, CELCIS alumna from Japan

Contact us:
[email protected]
+1 (269) 387-4800

Lee Honors College WMU Study Abroad & Global Engagement

07/24/2026

The Consulate General of Japan in Detroit is currently seeking a full-time staff member to join our Consular section, starting in August 2026.

If you are interested in applying, please review more details in the attached job posting and send your application to [email protected]. The application deadline is Tuesday, August 4, 2026.

07/23/2026

Our #8 thing we love about WMU is our amazing Study Abroad program. With over 80 programs, all with unique destinations, durations and academic backgrounds, every Bronco has the opportunity to expand their horizons and take their education international!

To explore more about WMU's Study Abroad programs visit wmich. edu/studyabroad

05/11/2026

04/13/2026

WMU Soga Japan Center will host a virtual Japanese Children's Day program with Michigan 4-H on May 5. You will be learning about the Japanese celebration, food, origami, Japanese language, and more! This will be held Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 6-7PM (Eastern Time)
Please register to get Zoom ID and password: https://forms.gle/c2TtYnuVCoBm2rM1A
This program is free, and non-4-H members are welcome.

02/12/2026

01/23/2026

A wonderful event—thank you to everyone who joined us on this snowy day.