Japan Minnesota Association held numerous events in 2024.

There will be new events in 2025. Please look foward to it.

Sunday, December 1,2024 at PlazaF

The 2024 Christmas Party was successfully held again this year!  

This time, the event took place at Plaza F near Yotsuya Station, where we enjoyed delicious food, wine, and beer in a festive and joyful atmosphere. With over 40 participants, the venue was filled with warm smiles and laughter throughout the evening.  

The party featured a variety of programs, including self-introductions from new attendees, our traditional auction of Minnesota-themed items, and a unique quiz about Minnesota. These activities created a lively and engaging atmosphere, naturally bringing participants closer together as they shared memories and updates on their lives.  

One of the highlights of the evening was the opportunity to reconnect with old friends from our time in Minnesota and interact with those thriving on the international stage. It was a chance to reflect on the deep bonds formed during our days in Minnesota and share our unique journeys since then. These moments of connection enriched our hearts and made for a truly special experience.  

The success of this party was made possible by everyone’s participation and support, for which we extend our heartfelt gratitude. We hope this wonderful event leaves fond memories for all who attended.  

We will continue to organize events that deepen and expand the connections within our Minnesota community. Your ongoing support and participation mean the world to us, and we look forward to seeing you at even more exciting gatherings in the future. Here’s to meeting again next year for another memorable celebration!  

＜Overview＞

 Date: 10:30 a.m. - 11:50 a.m., Sunday, 25 August 2024 (Japan time)

 Venue: Hibiya Library and Culture Center Studio Plus in Hibiya Park

 Speaker: Mr Shintaro Sato, Fellow and General Manager, Quantum Research Laboratory, Fujitsu Laboratories, Fujitsu Limited

Title: ‘The future of quantum computing - from the frontline of cutting-edge technology

[Click Here for detai]

Report of 2024 Day of Service Japan Minnesota　Association

Japan Minnesota Association took part in the University of Minnesota Day of Service on Saturday, April 20, 2024. This annual event brings together the University of Minnesota global community of alumni and friends for the opportunity to serve in their community. Japan Minnesota Association has served in several ways such as the street cleaning activity or donations to the food bank, since 2017. This year, we cleaned the open space in front of Umegaoka Station, Odakyu Line in Tokyo. It’s introduced by Mr. Kagiyama, who is himself a Carlson School graduate, and assumes the director of nonprofit corporation called The Association of Making a Beautiful Japan.[Click Here for detai]

Christmas party 2023 was held on December 10 at Le Port Kojimachi.

Many people joined and spent nice time with talking and delicious food. 

We all had an opportunity to participate and enjoy unique Christmas presents.

see  [here].

We had an early autumn event at Studio Plus, Hibiya Library on Sunday 

Sep. 23. This event was done by Dr. Toshihide Arimura, Professor of Waseda University (PhD in Economics from the University of Minnesota)

with a lecture "The Role of Carbon Pricing, Energy and Economy in Decarbonized Society". 

 [Yr 2023 events here]

Japan Minnesota Association participates in Day of Service 2023, working with SECOND HARVEST Japan. Mr. Charles E McJilton, Founder and CEO, is an alumnus of the University of Minnesota. Our volunteer service is carried out as stated below, as same as 2023. Please join. [Yr 2023 events here]

CHRISTMAS Event 2022 of Japan Minnesota Association

The Japan Minnesota association had a special Christmas Gathering. The event was held in both physical and virtual attendance with a special talking topic “Study Abroad”.   Year 2022 events

Japan Minnesota Association (JMA) has received the "Outstanding Alumni Network of the Year Award" from University of Minnesota Alumni Association. JMA President H. Iwanami accepted the award on Sep. 29

at the the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus. 

Japan Minnesota Association held On-Line Summer Party on June 18 Sat. 

pls click here

　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　Ellen Mckinney　　

Re-igniting the Flames of Intercultural Design Exchange: My Journey through Japan to Bring Back Traditional Textile Practices

In 2007, I completed my Ph.D. at the University of Minnesota in Design Housing and Apparel. During my time at “the U,” I participated in a wonderful intercultural design exchange program led by Marilyn Delong at UMN and UMN Graduate ・・

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