Announcements

Thank you for showing up, giving so much, cheering, engaging, performing, and simply being part of this amazing community. And a double triple thank you to those who stayed until the very end, when everyone was completely drained but there was still tidying up to do. You are the real MVPs!

And last but not least, Johnson — our own memory-making ninja! Through your lens, we get to relive it all a thousand times. Thank you!

Hugs and until we meet again! Village Connections coffee?!
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Divisional Events   

Brown and UPenn Admissions Visit - Oct 8 at 5PM
We are hosting admissions representatives from Brown University and the University of Pennsylvania on Thursday, Oct 8, from 5-6:30PM in the ASIJ Theater. While event registration is now closed, we are still looking for volunteers to stay a bit later and help with cleanup after the session. If you are able to lend a hand, please volunteer here. 

ELC Fall Family Festival & Bazaar - Oct 9 at 10AM

Thank you to all our Bazaar volunteers! We still have a few slots available! Children’s clothing donations will be collected Oct 7–8 in the ELC Lobby and morning Car Line. Halloween costumes, ASIJ spirit wear, and seasonal items are especially welcome. Questions? Contact the ELC PTA Event Team

Ivy League Ekiden Events in Tokyo - Oct 13-15

We are thrilled to welcome an exceptional delegation of eight Ivy League runners and two coaches to Japan for a week celebrating running, competition, leadership, and the unique community of Ivy League athletics. Click here to learn more and RSVP. Please contact Kim at boosters@pta.asij.ac.jp if you have any questions. 

MS Parents Night Out - Oct 23 at 7PM

Join us for Middle School Parents Night Out on Oct 23, at 7PM at Pizzakaya Roppongi! Enjoy all-you-can-eat pizza and drinks for ¥9,000 per person while connecting with fellow MS parents. We must reach our minimum headcount by this Thursday, Oct 8, or the event will unfortunately have to be canceled. So please don't wait and sign up here today! For questions, contact MS Social Coordinators Monika and Sabina at mssocial@pta.asij.ac.jp.

HS Fall Social Dinner - Nov 6 at 6:30PM

Come join us for a fun night with your fellow HS parents at Kitchen Salvatore Cuomo Ginza, where you can connect with parents across grades over delicious Italian cuisine!  Cost: ¥10,000 per person. For details and sign-up,  please click here.  For any questions, please contact Shuchandrima Ahuja and Naomi Fukumoto at hssocial@pta.asij.ac.jp.

Volunteer Requests 

Winterfest  ‘26 - Looking for vendors for the International Bazaar

Interested in joining the International Bazaar as a vendor? If you have family or friends who would like to participate as vendors, please contact International Bazaar Chairs Shino and Jennifer at wf.bazaar@pta.asij.ac.jp. The deadline for registration is Oct 26.

Village Connections

Village Connections brings together ASIJ families living in the same neighborhoods to build local community, share recommendations, and catch up over coffee. For general questions, contact Alicia Andrea Murrieta Fernandez at villageconnections@pta.asij.ac.jp.

Village Connections Coffee - Tokyo West - Oct 17
Live in Chofu, Mitaka, Kichijoji, Setagaya? Join host Romy Davenport on Saturday, Oct 17 from 10:30AM–12PM at Over Coffee Hub Kichijoji. Sign up here to attend!

Village Connections Coffee - Tokyo Middle - Oct 20

Live in Shibuya, Uehara, Nakameguro, Ebisu? Join hosts Maki Akaishi and Andrea Murrieta on Tuesday, Oct 20 from 9:30–11:30AM at Dean & DeLuca in Daikanyama. Sign up here to attend! 

Village Connections Coffee - Tokyo East - Oct 29

Live in Roppongi, Azabujuban, Shirokanedai, Minato? Join us on Thursday, Oct 29 in Hiroo! We are currently looking for a host, if you can help lead this gathering, email villageconnections@pta.asij.ac.jp. Sign-up details coming soon.

Community Gratitude

Our ASIJ community is the best around! Help us honor our unsung heroes by nominating a community member who lets their Mustang Spirit shine. Each week, we’ll highlight your shout-outs. Submit an anonymous message here.

To Olga Fischer and Nicole Bourgeault: A huge, heartfelt thank you to our Spirit Day Co-Chairs, Olga and Nicole! Your tireless dedication, meticulous planning, and energy made Spirit Day 2026 an extraordinary success for our entire community. 

To Jenna Holdgrafer: If there's anyone who makes us smile a lot, it's you, Jenna! Thank you for giving our community a glimpse into what PTA life looks like in reality (and fantasy!:)) Thank you for always being there for everyone, for trying your best, for always being on the search for new ideas and for helping us have as much fun as possible. Communication is tough! But you are so much tougher!!!

To All the Spirit Day Parent Volunteers: Spirit Day 2026 simply wouldn’t have been possible without our wonderful team of parent volunteers! Whether you chaired a booth, grilled burgers, served coffee, helped clean up, etc your time and support made all the difference. Thank you. 

To the Bake Sale Volunteers: A HUGE thank youuuuu to all the amazing ASIJ bakers and volunteers for helping the Bake Sale Booth at Spirit Day 2026!

Parent-Led Clubs

New to ASIJ, new to Tokyo, or eager to share a hobby? Join a Parent-Led Club or start your own by filling out our interest form! Registration opens Tuesdays at 12:00 PM as events are announced in the newsletter, and you can explore the full club directory and photos on our website. For questions, contact Parent-Led Clubs Chair Shino Torigoe-Yeh at parentledclubs@pta.asij.ac.jp.

Brisk Walk Club - Oct 7 at 10AM (Shibaura to Odaiba)
Enjoy a beautiful walk through Tokyo while meeting new friends! Meet at Shibaura-Futo Station, then walk over the Rainbow Bridge and end in Odaiba, where we'll visit a great bakery cafe.  Sign up here.

Interschool Trivia Night Club  - Oct 7 at 7:15PM (Hobgoblin, Roppongi)

Meet up with friends from ASIJ and make new friends with other international school parents for a Trivia Night! No special knowledge is needed, just come ready for some laughs. Join as an individual and we will group you into teams of four, or sign up with your friends!  Cost: 500 yen. Sign up here 

Christian Parents Club - every Thursday at 10AM (Zoom)
Are you looking for a supportive community where you can pray for your children and their school? Join us for a time of worship, praise, and intercessory prayer on Thursday mornings via Zoom. Prayers are offered in both English and Japanese.  Sign up here.

Flower Arranging Club - Oct 8 at 10AM (Azabudai Hills)

There is one more spot available for first-time participants to join a Halloween-themed flower arranging workshop with florist Nakaba. Cost: ¥7,000 (cash) including flowers and materials.

Jazz Club - Oct 16 at 6:30PM  (Alfie, Roppongi)
Enjoy an evening of live jazz with TOKU (vo, flh) and Hidekazu Ichikawa (ds) at Alfie Roppongi! Admission: ¥6,600 + minimum 1food/1drink orders. Doors open at 6:45PM with music from 7:15PM to 8:45PM.  Sign up here

Pickleballers Club - Oct 18 at 5:15PM (Tipness, Kichijoji) NEW CLUB!
Join us for a fun evening of pickleball at Tipness in Kichijoji! Beginners are welcome, and equipment is available. Cost: ¥2,300 - 3,500(cash) including entrance fee and court costs. Sign up here.

Run Happy Walk Happy Club - Oct 19 & 26 at 8AM (Nogawa Park)
A friendly Monday morning run or walk right next to ASIJ. All fitness paces are welcome, with an optional post-workout breakfast. Sign up here.

Photography Walk Club - Oct 19 at 10AM (Todoroki Ravine Park)
Take a relaxed walk along a beautiful nature trail leading to a shrine, followed by lunch nearby. Bring your camera or phone to capture the scenery. Sign up here.

Explore Tokyo Club - Oct 27 at 10AM (Ryogoku)
Learn more about two popular facets of Japanese culture — sumo and woodblock prints — in this neighborhood that commemorates history.   Sign up here.

Pakistani Kitchen Club - Oct 28 at 10:30AM (Private residence in Setagaya)
Discover a modern take on classic Pakistani flavors in an intimate home kitchen setting. Cost: ¥2,000 (cash). Sign up here.

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