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  • Study In Japan Virtual Fair 2024
    Study In Japan Virtual Fair 2024
    RSVP Closed
    Sat, 07 Dec
    Virtual Event
    07 Dec 2024, 05:00 SAST – 08 Dec 2024, 11:00 SAST
    Virtual Event
    07 Dec 2024, 05:00 SAST – 08 Dec 2024, 11:00 SAST
    Virtual Event
    Are you an international student who wants to study in Japan? Register to learn all you need to know to do so with +60 educational institutions conducting school introductions, Q&A sessions, individual consultations online, and much more!
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  • JAPAN DAY 2024
    JAPAN DAY 2024
    Sat, 23 Nov
    Stellenbosch University
    23 Nov 2024, 09:00 – 15:00 SAST
    Stellenbosch University, Stellenbosch Central, Stellenbosch, South Africa
    23 Nov 2024, 09:00 – 15:00 SAST
    Stellenbosch University, Stellenbosch Central, Stellenbosch, South Africa
    Join 日本語の庭 at the annual cultural bonanza that will be the 11th official Japan Day, hosted by the Office of the Consul of Japan in Cape Town in association with the Stellenbosch University Japan Centre!
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  • 日本語の庭の焼き会 – Nihongo no Niwa Japanese BBQ
    日本語の庭の焼き会 – Nihongo no Niwa Japanese BBQ
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    Sat, 16 Nov
    Newlands Forest Picnic Area
    16 Nov 2024, 11:00 SAST – 17 Nov 2024, 14:00 SAST
    Newlands Forest Picnic Area, ERF47825 Union Ave, Rondebosch, Cape Town, 7700, South Africa
    16 Nov 2024, 11:00 SAST – 17 Nov 2024, 14:00 SAST
    Newlands Forest Picnic Area, ERF47825 Union Ave, Rondebosch, Cape Town, 7700, South Africa
    It's time for the annual school get-together! Join us and your fellow Japanese language students for an unforgettable day as we celebrate the end of the year in style — with a Japanese BBQ! Let’s wrap up 2024 with a day of sunshine, good vibes, and delicious food.
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  • African Bonsai Convention 2024 (ABC 6)
    African Bonsai Convention 2024 (ABC 6)
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    Fri, 08 Nov
    Stellenbosch
    08 Nov 2024, 08:00 SAST – 10 Nov 2024, 16:00 SAST
    Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch, South Africa
    08 Nov 2024, 08:00 SAST – 10 Nov 2024, 16:00 SAST
    Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch, South Africa
    The African Bonsai Association's 2024 convention celebrates over 4 decades of bonsai in South Africa. Join them this year as they showcase the traditional Japanese art of Bonsai.
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  • 30th Japanese Film Festival 2024
    30th Japanese Film Festival 2024
    Fri, 01 Nov
    Stellenbosch
    01 Nov 2024, 14:30 SAST – 02 Nov 2024, 14:50 SAST
    Stellenbosch, 37 Victoria St, Stellenbosch Central, Stellenbosch, 7602, South Africa
    01 Nov 2024, 14:30 SAST – 02 Nov 2024, 14:50 SAST
    Stellenbosch, 37 Victoria St, Stellenbosch Central, Stellenbosch, 7602, South Africa
    Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of Japanese cinema! The Office of the Consul of Japan in Cape Town, together with the Stellenbosch University Japan Centre, is thrilled to present the 30th Japanese Film Festival this November!
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  • JET PROGRAMME 2024
    JET PROGRAMME 2024
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    Fri, 27 Sept
    Mailed Application
    27 Sept 2024, 16:00 SAST
    Mailed Application, 259 Baines St, Groenkloof, Pretoria, 0027, South Africa
    27 Sept 2024, 16:00 SAST
    Mailed Application, 259 Baines St, Groenkloof, Pretoria, 0027, South Africa
    Want to teach English in Japan? Applications for the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Programme are now open!
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  • Japanese Festival at Central Square
    Japanese Festival at Central Square
    Fri, 20 Sept
    Menlyn Maine Central Square, Pretoria
    20 Sept 2024, 10:00 SAST – 22 Sept 2024, 14:00 SAST
    Menlyn Maine Central Square, Pretoria, 180 Amarand Ave, Waterkloof Glen, Pretoria, 0063, South Africa
    20 Sept 2024, 10:00 SAST – 22 Sept 2024, 14:00 SAST
    Menlyn Maine Central Square, Pretoria, 180 Amarand Ave, Waterkloof Glen, Pretoria, 0063, South Africa
    Central Square Menlyn Maine and the Embassy of Japan in South Africa are proud to present a vibrant celebration of Japanese culture from 20-22 September 2024.
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  • UCON Anime & Gaming Convention
    UCON Anime & Gaming Convention
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    Sat, 07 Sept
    Kramer Law Building, University of CT
    07 Sept 2024, 10:00 SAST – 08 Sept 2024, 18:00 SAST
    Kramer Law Building, University of CT, Stanley Rd, Rondebosch, Cape Town, 7700, South Africa
    07 Sept 2024, 10:00 SAST – 08 Sept 2024, 18:00 SAST
    Kramer Law Building, University of CT, Stanley Rd, Rondebosch, Cape Town, 7700, South Africa
    Nihongo no Niwa will be taking part in UCON this weekend, an annual anime and gaming convention hosted by UCT's Genshiken Club. There are many amazing lineups and entertaining events - from gaming tournaments to cosplay competitions & movie screenings - so don't miss out!
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  • Anime Festival 2024
    Anime Festival 2024
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    Fri, 09 Aug
    Select cinemas in JHB & CPT
    09 Aug 2024, 12:00 – 07 Sept 2024, 13:30
    Select cinemas in JHB & CPT
    09 Aug 2024, 12:00 – 07 Sept 2024, 13:30
    Select cinemas in JHB & CPT
    Gravel Road Distribution Group is proud to present South Africa's first-ever dedicated Anime film festival, spotlighting Studio Ghibli. Launching this August, the festival will feature beloved masterpieces such as "My Neighbour Totoro," "Spirited Away," and "Howl’s Moving Castle" in both CPT & JHB.
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  • Japanese Language Proficiency Test 2024
    Japanese Language Proficiency Test 2024
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    Tue, 09 Jul
    The Japanese School of Johannesburg
    09 Jul 2024, 13:43 – 30 Aug 2024, 17:43
    The Japanese School of Johannesburg, 20 Caledon Rd, Emmarentia, Randburg, 2195, South Africa
    09 Jul 2024, 13:43 – 30 Aug 2024, 17:43
    The Japanese School of Johannesburg, 20 Caledon Rd, Emmarentia, Randburg, 2195, South Africa
    This year's JLPT is set to take place on 1 December, 2024, and applications will remain open until 30 August. 頑張って to all students hoping to put their Japanese prowess to the test!
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  • Board The Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force Ships!
    Board The Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force Ships!
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    Thu, 04 Jul
    Cape Town Cruise Terminal
    04 Jul 2024, 10:00 – 15:00
    Cape Town Cruise Terminal, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8002, South Africa
    04 Jul 2024, 10:00 – 15:00
    Cape Town Cruise Terminal, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8002, South Africa
    The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force ships are making their historic first visit to Cape Town! Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to celebrate friendship and good will between South Africa and Japan.
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  • 日本語の庭 Japanese Board Game Day!
    日本語の庭 Japanese Board Game Day!
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    Sat, 15 Jun
    Sword & Board
    15 Jun 2024, 10:30 – 14:30
    Sword & Board, Unit 1 Point Business Park, Corner Marinus, and, Koeberg Rd, Montague Gardens, Cape Town, 7441, South Africa
    15 Jun 2024, 10:30 – 14:30
    Sword & Board, Unit 1 Point Business Park, Corner Marinus, and, Koeberg Rd, Montague Gardens, Cape Town, 7441, South Africa
    Get ready to roll the dice and dive into Japanese culture! Join us for a Japanese Board Game Day with the Nihongo no Niwa Japanese Language School. 🎲🎌
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  • MEXT Scholarship 2024
    MEXT Scholarship 2024
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    Fri, 17 May
    Mailed Application
    17 May 2024, 19:00 – 19:05
    Mailed Application
    17 May 2024, 19:00 – 19:05
    Mailed Application
    The MEXT (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology) offers scholarships to foreign students who wish to study at Japanese universities & colleges under the Japanese Government Scholarship Program. Applications close 17 May, 2024.
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  • The Boy & The Heron Viewing
    The Boy & The Heron Viewing
    Sat, 20 Apr
    Ster Kenikor, V&A Waterfront
    20 Apr 2024, 14:45 – 16:50
    Ster Kenikor, V&A Waterfront , Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
    20 Apr 2024, 14:45 – 16:50
    Ster Kenikor, V&A Waterfront , Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
    Join us for an enchanting cultural outing to experience the mesmerizing world of Studio Ghibli!
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  • Furoshiki Gift Wrapping Workshop by WAZA
    Furoshiki Gift Wrapping Workshop by WAZA
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    Fri, 15 Dec
    Tjing Tjing Momiji
    15 Dec 2023, 10:00 SAST – 16 Dec 2023, 12:30 SAST
    Tjing Tjing Momiji, 165 Longmarket St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
    15 Dec 2023, 10:00 SAST – 16 Dec 2023, 12:30 SAST
    Tjing Tjing Momiji, 165 Longmarket St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
    Join Kyoko Kimura Morgan and WAZA Japan on 15 December 2023 for a Furoshiki Gift Wrapping Workshop. Embrace eco-chic gifting with Furoshiki: the stylish Japanese art of wrapping gifts sustainably with beautifully tied fabric!
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  • JAPAN DAY 2023
    JAPAN DAY 2023
    Sat, 09 Dec
    Cape Town
    09 Dec 2023, 09:00 – 15:00 SAST
    Cape Town, 129 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
    09 Dec 2023, 09:00 – 15:00 SAST
    Cape Town, 129 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
    Join 日本語の庭 at the annual cultural bonanza that is the 10th Japan Day, hosted by the Embassy of Japan in South Africa!
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  • JAPANESE LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TEST 2023
    JAPANESE LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TEST 2023
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    Sun, 03 Dec
    Johannesburg
    03 Dec 2023, 08:00 SAST
    Johannesburg, 20 Caledon Rd, Emmarentia, Johannesburg, 2195, South Africa
    03 Dec 2023, 08:00 SAST
    Johannesburg, 20 Caledon Rd, Emmarentia, Johannesburg, 2195, South Africa
    This year's JLPT date has been set and applications are now open until the 31st of August. 頑張って to all students hoping to put their Japanese prowess to the test!
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  • Peace Symposium: Peacemaking at the Intersection of Culture, Art, and Nature
    Peace Symposium: Peacemaking at the Intersection of Culture, Art, and Nature
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    Thu, 30 Nov
    Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden
    30 Nov 2023, 13:30 – 18:30 SAST
    Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Rhodes Dr, Newlands, Cape Town, 7735, South Africa
    30 Nov 2023, 13:30 – 18:30 SAST
    Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Rhodes Dr, Newlands, Cape Town, 7735, South Africa
    This is a free, public symposium exploring the evolving role of art, cultural institutions, and public spaces as a platform for peace-building and community engagement.
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