News & Updates
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
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
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
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
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
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)
This January, Japan Society of Boston featured Allen Wan (Ishikawa, 1990-1992), in their JSB meets JET Alumni series.
January’s Ouchigohan: Gyoza and Goyza Nabe Hot Pot
Join us on Saturday, January 24 at 6:00 PM ET to learn how to make gyoza and nabe!

