Who We Are...
Our Mission
Our mission is simple. Hikari Japanese Academy strives to be a leading provider of Japanese cultural education and experiences that are fun and impactful.
Serving the greater San Gabriel Valley area, we also present entertaining and world renowned content and craftsmanship.
Shine brightly
Extraordinary Experiences
Through a growing list of education sessions and workshops, we hope that our community members will gain a love and appreciation for Japan, its culture and its people. We accomplish our mission through…
- Japanese language courses for the entire family
- Fun and interesting cultural workshops
- Youth leadership and exchange programs with Japan
- Special interest adventures to Japan
Our Core Values
We envision a community that is educated about Japan, its people and its culture. We strive to offer opportunities to learn, enjoy and experience Japan by incorporating these values in all we do.
- Set Outstanding Goals for our team
- Maintain a Vision of Excellence
- Exceed Expectations
- Attract individuals with Superior Character and Talent
- Maintain a Spirit of Respect and Teamwork
If you love music and Japan, we think you will enjoy this playlist of popular contemporary artists in Japan. We invite you to share your favorite Japanese music with us! Press the button to connect to our simplyJPN collaborative playlist on Spotify. Enjoy!
We strive to be the best at offering outstanding Japanese language classes, cultural programs and custom experiences. We strive to exceed customer expectations with a team of talented and caring individuals.