Japanese

About us

Welcome to the Royal Holloway Japanese Society! We are a vibrant community that celebrates Japanese culture, language, and connections. Our doors are open to everyone:

Japanese language learners at all levels
Those just beginning to explore their interest in Japan
Anyone curious about Japanese culture and traditions
Native Japanese speakers

Join us on an exciting journey through Japanese culture! We explore a wide range of topics, from contemporary anime and J-pop to traditional Noh theatre, tea ceremonies, and origami. Our society offers a perfect blend of modern and traditional Japanese experiences, catering to diverse interests within our university community.

For Japanese students

If you're a Japanese student feeling homesick or looking to connect with others, our society provides a welcoming space. We encourage you to share your experiences and aspects of Japanese culture with fellow members, fostering cultural exchange within our university.

日本に興味を持ってくれている学生に皆さんが茶道・折り紙・書道を紹介する機会もあります！

「日本に関することをみんなと共有したい」っという方ぜひイベントに参加してください！

Events and Activities

We have some exciting regular events

Cultural Exploration Events

Regular events showcasing various aspects of Japanese culture
Planned activities include tea ceremonies, Tsukimi (moon-viewing) nights, trips to London, and cultural exchanges with other universities
Event details announced on Instagram and WhatsApp

Weekly Japanese Lessons

Suitable for beginners
Schedule:
Thurdsdays from 18:00 - 19:00
Day, time, and location announced via WhatsApp, and Instagram
Lesson Fees:

Autumn Term (8 lessons)	£ 10
Spring Term (8 lessons)	£ 10

Social Gatherings

Opportunities to make friends and practice Japanese
Planned activities include pub crawls and Students' Union nights
Perfect for those looking to practice Japanese in a casual setting

Membership

Joining the Japanese Society is free and open to all Royal Holloway students! As a member, you'll enjoy:

Access to all our exciting events and activities
Opportunities to engage with Japanese culture and language
Exclusive discounts on our Students' Union-based events

Join us today and immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Japanese culture right here at Royal Holloway!

Contact Us

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This election will elect all student leaders within our student communities. These communities include Societies, Sports Clubs, Media Outlets, Faculty & Department Reps, Postgraduate Communities & Inclusion Communities. For Student Groups, you must be a current Royal Holloway student and a fully paid, standard member of the group to vote. To vote for a Community Officer, students must self-identify with the relevant inclusion community on the RHSU website (in settings). In order to vote for a Rep, you must belong to the relevant Faculty or Department. Please ensure you are logged in to your SU account to cast your votes. If you encounter any issues, please email marketing@su.rhul.ac.uk for assistance.

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