Join us on Friday, August 15 at 7pm ET to read a short essay called おにぎりの味 (The Taste of Onigiri) by physicist and essayist Nakaya Ukichiro.

Sign up for Maplopo’s JET-Only Cohort taking place this fall!

This July, Japan Society of Boston featured Justin Randall (Hokkaido, 2019-2024), in their JSB meets JET Alumni series.

July’s Photo of the Month comes from Reily Oller (Kyoto, 2022-2023), capturing a moment of her celebrating Tanabata during her time on JET.

This profile of JET alumnus Harry Hill highlights how his early experiences in Japan laid the groundwork for a dynamic career bridging U.S.-Japan relations. From interpreting for local officials to launching successful businesses, Hill turned his time on JET into a lifelong mission. His story highlights the power of building meaningful relationships, embracing challenges, and seeing one's outsider status as a strength.

Join us Saturday, July 19 at 5 PM ET for July’s Ouchigohan — Summer Matsuri Special!

This June, Japan Society of Boston featured Chelsie Blackwell (Kyoto, 2019-2020), in their JSB meets JET Alumni series.

June’s Photo of the Month comes from our very own USJETAA Social Media Coordinator, Brianna Fox-Priest.