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As part of Japan Month celebrations, Experience Japan, in collaboration with the Embassy of Japan, hosted a Sakura Language Awareness Program (SLAP) at Bright Scholars Sr. Sec. School, Sonipat. We motivated 150 students from grades 11 and 12 to explore foreign languages, highlighting Japanese investments in India and the strong India-Japan relationship. The session was led by our President, Mr. Jitender Mehta.

"Kizuna Katha 2025," Experience Japan's 5th National Essay Writing Competition, was a resounding success! From April 1st to May 7th, 2025, 1481 students from 152 schools nationwide explored Japan-India relations through essays. This online event, for Grades 4-12, encouraged diverse topics from "Friendship Story" to "Cultural Diplomacy." Judged on relevance, originality, and impact, it promoted cultural understanding and showcased student talent. All participants receive certi

The journey to crown the next national essay writing champion continues as Experience Japan is thrilled to announce the shortlisted...

KIZUNA KATHA 2025 – Category 3 (Grades 10–12): Out of 344 entries, 68 have been shortlisted for the 2nd Round of Checking. This is not the final result. Final results will be announced next week. Organized by Experience Japan to promote cultural understanding and friendship between India and Japan.

KIZUNA KATHA 2025 – Category 2 (Grades 7–9): Out of 603 entries, 68 have been shortlisted for the 2nd Round of Checking. This is not the final result. Final results will be announced next week. Organized by Experience Japan to promote cultural understanding between India and Japan.

KIZUNA KATHA 2025 Update! Experience Japan announces 1st Round results for Category 1 (Grades 4-6) of our 5th National Essay Competition. Out of 534 entries, 68 are shortlisted for Round 2! Total registrations: 1481. This isn't final. Next results: next week!

Experience Japan recently conducted the “Sakura” course (4–18 May 2025), introducing 19 IIT students to Japanese language and culture. After completing the course, all participants were selected for a 2-month internship in Japan, departing on 24 May. A step toward global learning and cultural exchange!

Kizuna Katha 2025 saw incredible reach! 151 schools from all over India joined with 1472 entries. Celebrating this nationwide enthusiasm! Stay tuned. #EssayCompetition #IndiaJapan

KIZUNA KATHA 2025, a national essay contest for Grades 4-12, is OPEN! Explore the India-Japan bond. Online event, open till May 7, 2025. Principals/teachers, share this chance for national exposure! #KizunaKatha2025 #EssayWritingCompetition #IndiaJapanFriendship