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Not in Kansas (City) Anymore: From JET to International Educator
Not in Kansas (City) Anymore: From JET to International Educator

Before I even sat down to talk to Corey Johnson, I was already itching to ask questions. One look at his LinkedIn page had told me only part of the story, that much I knew. His work history was filled with schools all over Asia. From the Philippines to China to Korea. What could the path of a person who had spent almost all of their professional life overseas be like, I wondered. What stories could someone like that tell?

Japan Society of Boston Meets Laura Escher (Okinawa, 2023-2024)
Japan Society of Boston Meets Laura Escher (Okinawa, 2023-2024)

This February, Japan Society of Boston featured Laura Escher (Okinawa, 2023-2024), in their JSB meets JET Alumni series.

Welcome iiicareers as USJETAA’s Newest Corporate Sponsor
Welcome iiicareers as USJETAA’s Newest Corporate Sponsor

USJETAA is excited to welcome iiicareer into our Corporate Sponsor family!

February’s Ouchigohan: Ehomaki with Soy Milk Matcha Latte
February’s Ouchigohan: Ehomaki with Soy Milk Matcha Latte

Join us for Ouchigan on Sunday, February 22 at 5:00 PM ET to celebrate Setsubun by learning how to make Ehomaki, paired with a Soy Milk Matcha Latte.

Photo of the Month: February 2026
Photo of the Month: February 2026

Our February Photo of the Month comes from current JET, Nina Williams (Hokkaido, 2025- Present).

Third Arrow Strategies and the Japan Board Diversity Network is USJETAA’s Newest JET Alum-Owned Business Sponsor
Third Arrow Strategies and the Japan Board Diversity Network is USJETAA’s Newest JET Alum-Owned Business Sponsor

USJETAA is excited to welcome Third Arrow Strategies and the Japan Board Diversity Network as our newest JET Alum-Owned Business Sponsor!

How One JET Alum Found His Voice
How One JET Alum Found His Voice

Not everyone gets to live out a childhood dream. In fact, not many are brave enough to even try. But for Yuri Lowenthal, the passion and love for all things Japan paved the way toward making his dream a reality…

Post-JET Panic & Paving My Path: Finding the Right Graduate Program with Middlebury
Post-JET Panic & Paving My Path: Finding the Right Graduate Program with Middlebury

Meet Sydney Michael, who shares her post-JET journey (which is still going strong). From taking advantage of USJETAA’s University Partnership with Middlebury Language School to her decision to stay in Japan in her JET prefecture of Yamaguchi, this is a story that many of us can relate to and Sydney tells it so well!

Japanese Reading Group: February 2026
Japanese Reading Group: February 2026

Join us on Friday, February 6 at 7:00 PM ET to read an essay by contemporary essayist Hanamae Yuka.

Japan Society of Boston Meets Allen Wan (Ishikawa, 1990-1992)
Japan Society of Boston Meets Allen Wan (Ishikawa, 1990-1992)

This January, Japan Society of Boston featured Allen Wan (Ishikawa, 1990-1992), in their JSB meets JET Alumni series.

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We’re honored to spotlight a beautiful symbol of enduring friendship between Japan and the United States. Japan has gifted 250 cherry blossom trees to help commemorate America’s 250th birthday! 🌸⁠ ⁠ This symbolic gesture continues a long
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