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Summer in Japan means Yukata!

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Hikari Japanese Academy

Japanese Language and Cultural Education

Japanese Cultural Values and Leadership!

This five-session experiential summer program immerses teens in traditional Japanese arts—including Nihon Buyō (classical dance), Taiko and martial arts — while visiting local dojos and cultural centers. Each session focuses on a core leadership value such as respect (礼), harmony (和), humility (謙虚), diligence (勤勉), and confidence (自信), brought to life through direct engagement with master instructors. Students reflect on their growth using a personalized Leadership Passport. Blending cultural appreciation with character development, this journey empowers young leaders to move, speak, and lead with grace, discipline, and purpose. Sessions begin on June 7 and run thru July 5.

Adult Japanese Classes!

We can’t wait to travel to Japan! Travel to Japan has never been more popular so prepare for your next adventure by taking classes at Hikari Japanese Academy. We offer several levels of instruction from Elementary, Intermediate to Advanced classes that are designed for students of every skill level. Contact us to assess your Japanese skill level so we can recommend the best class for you. Classes are held online and in-person. In-person Conversation Class will be on Thursday afternoons from 1:30pm to 3pm. In-person Elementary 1A Class will be on Saturday afternoons from 2pm to 3:30pm. Start 2025 by learning Japanese! Register today!

Introduction to Japanese Culture Series

What is Japanese culture? Japan offers so many traditional cultural arts and values. And yet, it leads the world in technology, design, anime and manga. In this innovative series, we will introduce you to many different cultural experiences. From traditional Japanese dance to contemporary film and music. Hikari will offer two classes, one for adults on Thursday mornings and one for youth on Friday afternoons. In addition to presentations and workshops at Hikari no Sato, there will be many off-site field trips to such places as Japan House in Hollywood, the Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden and Makoto Taiko Dojo to name a few. The series will begin in January so please contact us if you are interested!

Explore Japan!

Conde Nast’s Readers’ Choice Awards has named Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto the #1, #2 and #3 Big Cities in the world. It’s no wonder. Japan offers the excitement of a contemporary society, the serene beauty of nature and valued traditions of past generations like no other country in the world. Stay in touch so that you can join us on our next educational adventure to Japan!

Friendship 2025

We are very excited to announce the start of the Pasadena-Mishima Friendship 2025 Youth Exchange Program! We look forward to welcoming young ambassadors to this exclusive experience of a lifetime where students will work together with Mishima students on a Sustainable Development Goal project. Space is limited so contact us for information and an application!