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A Gathering: Let’s talk about Minato City Public Elementary Schools

Date and
Time

Chinese
Feb. 17(Tue) 10:30 – 12:00 & 13:30 – 15:00
Feb. 24 (Tue) 10:30 – 12:00 & 13:30 – 15:00

English, easy Japanese
Feb. 18(Wed) 10:30 – 12:00 & 13:30 – 15:00
Feb. 20(Fri) 10:30 – 12:00 & 13:00 – 15:00
Feb. 25 (Wed) 10:30 – 12:00 & 13:30 – 15:00
Feb. 27 (Fri) 10:30 – 12:00 & 13:30 – 15:00

Location

Minato International Association
(Kita Aoyama 1-Chome Apartment Complex, Bldg.3-B1, 1-6-3 Kita Aoyama)

Fee

Free

Capacity
How to
Apply

E-mail or call with the following information:
①your name
②your phone number
③date, time & language preference
④name of child’s school.
*Walk-ins are welcome.

You can also apply using the form below.
https://business.form-mailer.jp/fms/bc7557b4305511

Inquiries

Tel: 03-6440-0233
E-mail: soudan@minato-intl-assn.gr.jp

Notes

In Japan public schools start in April, and at that time most cherry trees are in blossom. The local Education Board and the schools have sent you some letters with various information so far. Have you already read any of them? Do you have any questions? The Japanese school system differs from your countries’; therefore, you might have some questions or concerns about what you need to know and do now.
We are hosting a few small gatherings to go through “the Guidance for Those Thinking about Enrolling in Minato City Municipal Elementary Schools” * together: we can answer any questions you have, and give you some suggestions and advice so that you will be able to understand the Japanese school system better and prepare for the school year.
12 gatherings are scheduled for the following dates and times, and three languages are provided: English, easy Japanese and Chinese. When you are available, please come to join us.

*For your reference: 港区ホームページ/多言語版「港区立の小学校・中学校に入ることを考えている方へ」

MIA Chat Lounge ~A space for Inter-cultural Conversation~

Date and
Time

★Annual Schedule for 2025 Fiscal Year★
[February 2026] *Now Accepting Applications
・4th (Wed) 18:30-20:00
・28th (Sat) 10:00-12:00

[March 2026] *Now Accepting Applications
・11th (Wed) 18:30-20:00
・28th (Sat) 10:00-12:00

Location

Minato International Association

(Toei Kita Aoyama 1-Chome Apartments, Bldg.3, B1, 1-6-3 Kita Aoyama, Minato-ku)

Access

Fee

Free

Capacity
How to
Apply

Please apply from the URL below.

https://business.form-mailer.jp/fms/ee46ae83280727

Inquiries

Minato International Association (MIA)

Tel: 03-6440-0233

E-mail: office@minato-intl-assn.gr.jp

Notes

Come and join us for friendly conversations with people from diverse cultural backgrounds!

Our community is rich with diverse cultures. Join us to make new discoveries and gain new perspectives through encounters with people from different cultural backgrounds. Anybody who lives, works, or studies in Minato City is welcome to join us!

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・Small group conversation
・Various discussion topics (Seasonal events and festivals / Food culture / Life in Minato City / Hobbies and entertainment / Daily life concerns and questions etc.)

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Let’s Rediscover Japan&World (LRJ&W)

Date and
Time

February 28, 2026

14:00~16:00

Location

Toei Kita-Aoyama 1-chome Apartment, Bldg. 3, B1F, 1-6-3 Kita-Aoyama, Minato-ku

Access: https://minato-intl-assn.gr.jp/en/about/access.html

Fee

500 yen

Capacity

First 30 people to sign up

How to
Apply

Please apply from the URL below.

https://business.form-mailer.jp/fms/65d70864243646

Inquiries

Tel: 03-6440-0233

E-mail: office@minato-intl-assn.gr.jp

Notes

“LRJ&W (Let’s Rediscover Japan & World)” is a gathering for rediscovering Japan and the world, with meetings conducted in English.

This time, we welcome Ms. Sarah Harrison from the UK, who will give a speech in English.

After the speeches, there will be time for free discussion. Please join us!