What’s New
- Speakers Wanted for the Nishitokyo Japanese Speech Contest 2026!The Nishitokyo Japanese Speech Contest 2026 will be held on Sunday, October 4, in the afternoon at J:COM Call Tanashi. We are now inviting speakers to participate! Anyone 16 years of age or older whose native language is not Japanese and who has a connection with Nishitokyo City (such as… Read more: Speakers Wanted for the Nishitokyo Japanese Speech Contest 2026!
- Home Visit Program for International Students Successfully CompletedOn June 14, NIMIC held its Home Visit Program for international students. This year, 13 host families welcomed 26 international students from 10 different countries into their homes. The participants enjoyed warm and meaningful exchange through conversations, meals, and time spent together. Many students shared positive feedback, saying that they… Read more: Home Visit Program for International Students Successfully Completed
- Report on the NIMIC Senior Exchange Meeting and Future PlansOn the afternoon of June 20 (Saturday), NIMIC held a Senior Exchange Meeting at ING Building, 3rd Floor. The meeting was intended for people who have lived in Japan for more than ten years, as well as local residents. This time, seven participants, mainly from China, joined the gathering. They… Read more: Report on the NIMIC Senior Exchange Meeting and Future Plans
- Office Closed from July 21st to 23rdDue to electrical work on the ING Building, the Nishitokyo Multicultural Center office will be closed from July 21st (Tue) to July 23rd (Thu). Regarding our services from July 21st (Tue) to 23rd (Thu): If you need to contact us, please do so before or after this period. Thank you… Read more: Office Closed from July 21st to 23rd
- Enjoy Japanese Summer Festival 2026 – Recruiting Foreign ParticipantsWould you like to join the “Higashi-Fushimi Shoeikai Summer Festival”? Let’s enjoy Bon Odori dancing, festival food stalls (Yatai), and fireworks together! You can wear your everyday clothes, join by yourself, and you don’t need to worry if you cannot speak Japanese. Interpreters (English, Chinese, and Korean) will be available… Read more: Enjoy Japanese Summer Festival 2026 – Recruiting Foreign Participants
- We Held an Anime Pilgrimage Tour!On Saturday, May 30th, we “N-friends Club” hosted a cultural exchange event, the “Anime Pilgrimage Tour.” A total of 8 people, including staff, joined the fun. We visited the Oizumi Anime Gate and the Toei Animation Museum. Afterwards, we headed to Shakujii Park for lunch. We spread out picnic blankets… Read more: We Held an Anime Pilgrimage Tour!
- Invitation to the GATHERING FOR SENIORS FROM OVERSEAS!Are you a senior from overseas who has lived in Japan for 10 years or more? Or perhaps a family member? Do you ever feel confused or anxious about Japan’s medical, welfare, or inheritance systems? Do you experience subtle frustrations due to cultural or language differences? Join us for an… Read more: Invitation to the GATHERING FOR SENIORS FROM OVERSEAS!
- Call for International Students: Home Visit ProgramWe are inviting international students to participate in a “Home Visit” program, where you can visit a Japanese family and interact with local people. This is a great opportunity to deepen your understanding of Japan through real-life experiences. Unlike sightseeing, you can experience everyday life in Japan and enjoy warm,… Read more: Call for International Students: Home Visit Program
- Report: Visit Edo-Tokyo Open-air Architectural Museum & Cherry Blossom PartyOn April 5th, we held a tour of the “Edo-Tokyo Open-air Architectural Museum” and a cherry blossom (Ohanami) party at Koganei Park. The event was attended by 9 international residents and 11 staff members. The historical buildings from the Edo, Meiji, and Taisho eras were very popular among the participants,… Read more: Report: Visit Edo-Tokyo Open-air Architectural Museum & Cherry Blossom Party
- Visit Edo-Tokyo Open-air Architectural Museum & Cherry Blossom Party!Details & Flyer: https://nimic.jp/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/museumhanami_2026.pdf
