Announcements

Have you saved the date? Have you decided what you are  baking,  wearing, doing? Sumo or soccer? Or both? Train, bus, car? So many possibilities, so little time! 

And this week, let’s pack the stands and make some noise for the varsity volleyball girls, football boys, and cheerleaders on Friday, September 25 (more details down below). No need to stress about what to wear next week—kick things off in PJs on Monday and finish strong in Black & Gold on Friday!

Let. The. Parent. Spirit. Begin!

Indre

Spirit Day is just 10 days away, it’s time to lock in your plans for the biggest sports event of the year!

Plan your trip
Spirit Day Parking Permits
Parking on MS field requires a permit (¥4,000). Allocation this year is on a first-come, first-served basis (NO LOTTERY). The registration link will go live tonight (Tuesday, Sep 22) at 9:30PM and will remain open until all spots are sold out. Purchase your parking permit here.

Saturday Buses
ASIJ Buses will be running abbreviated routes with morning arrivals (from 8AM) and departures starting 1:30PM and last departure at 5:30PM, operating on a rolling basis. Watch for the bus signup email coming on Friday, Sep 25!

Fun and Entertainment

K-Pop Dance Workshop - ES 9:15AM-9:45AM, MS 10AM-10:30AM

Join miXx Dance Japan and learn fun choreography inspired by your favorite K-Pop artists with Random Play Dance. No experience needed, just bring your energy and love for K-Pop! Followed by a performance at 11:30AM in the courtyard entertainment area. Sign up for the sessions here. 

Silent Disco at 1PM
Grab your headphones, turn up the music, and hit the dance floor with your friends and family! Featuring renowned DJ CASA LOCO! Sign up here! 

Half Time Dance Crew
Calling ES students from Gr 3 to Gr 5! Do you want to be part of the Spirit Day half time show? From 12:45-1:30PM join the dance crew to learn a routine that you will perform with them as part of the 2PM Spirit Day half time show! Reserve your spot!

Spirit Day Volunteer Requests
Volunteer at Spirit Day
It takes a village to bring Spirit Day to life! We are looking for parent volunteers to lend a hand with food stands, bake sale treats, activity booths, and general event support. Shifts are short so you'll still have plenty of time to enjoy the sports games, food trucks, and entertainment with your family! Be sure to add your child(ren)’s homeroom or house info, we’re having a competition! Sign up here. 

Bake Sale Booth: Calling all our wonderful ASIJ bakers!  We need your help once again to bake for the Bake Sale Booth at Spirit Day 2026!!  Please sign up here.

Divisional Events

ELC Back to School Night Social - Sep 25 at 7:30PM
Just 4 days to go until the ELC Parent Social Dinner! With a total of 130 parents signed up, it's shaping up to be an incredibly exciting event. We hope both new and returning families enjoy it as a fun kickoff to this school year! Questions? Contact Maiko, Keiko and Josh at elcsocial@pta.asij.ac.jp

HS Parent Coffee - Sep 30  9:30AM-11:30AM at Izumi Garden Residence
Drop in to grab a warm cup and connect with fellow High School parents, whether you’re catching up with old friends or meeting new ones. Please sign up here to join us! For questions, feel free to contact Shuchandrima Ahuja and Naomi Fukumoto at hssocial@pta.asij.ac.jp            

Brown and UPenn Admissions Visit - Oct 8 at 5PM
Calling all Junior & Senior Parents! We are excited to host admissions representatives from Brown University and University of Pennsylvania on Thursday, October 8, from 5PM to 6:30PM in the ASIJ Theater. ASIJ families get exclusive early registration before access opens to the rest of Japan, so be sure to sign up here before slots fill up! We are also seeking parent volunteers to assist with ushering and signage from 4:15PM until the presentation begins—if you can arrive early to help, please volunteer here.       

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

Join us for a fun-filled day of crafts, activities, and our free children’s clothing bazaar! We’ll be collecting clothing donations on October 7 & 8 in the ELC Lobby and morning Car Line. Halloween costumes, ASIJ spirit wear, and seasonal items are especially welcome. Bazaar Volunteers needed! Please sign up to lend your hand!  Questions? Contact the ELC PTA Event Team.

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.

ES Division Team (Jamie Holyfield, Eva Hirai, Hyungha Gweon, and Nicole Bourgeault): I really enjoyed the ES Coffee gathering! Thank you for putting together such a wonderful event, it was fantastic to catch up and connect with so many ES parents.

Tony Cha, Howard Fu, and David Fujii: They’ve been coordinating/facilitating basketball practice at TAC every Sunday during the school year for over 6 years. Dedicated parents with great spirit. David is an alumni himself as well as a parent of an ASIJ graduate.

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.

Run Happy Walk Happy Club - Sep 21 & 28 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.

Brisk Walk Club - Sep 24 at 10AM and Oct 7 at 10AM
Enjoy a beautiful walk through Tokyo while meeting new friends! Sign up here.

Sep 24: Roppongi to Omotesando
Meet at the Maman Spider Sculpture at Roppongi Hills, then walk through Aoyama and Harajuku, ending in Omotesando.

Oct 7: Shibaura to Odaiba
Meet at Shibaura-Futo Station, then walk over the Rainbow Bridge and end in Odaiba, where we'll visit a great bakery cafe.

Christian Parents Club - Sept 24 and Oct 8 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.

Grapevine Club - Sep 25 at 7PM (Macchan, Roppongi)
This event is full, but check the sign up to join the waitlist for an evening of dinner, drinks, laughter, and good company! Enjoy a 2-hour all-you-can-eat and all-you-can-drink dinner featuring sushi and a variety of Japanese specialties. ¥5,000 pp (cash). Cancellation deadline is Sep 23 at 5PM.

Jazz Club - Sep 26 at 6:30PM  (B Flat, Akasaka)
This event is almost full! Join us for an evening of jazz standards and vibrant Latin rhythms featuring Jeff Torchon quartet and special guest Cuban trumpeter Luis Valle! Doors open at 6PM and the group will gather at 6:30PM before the 7PM show. Cover: ¥4,400 for adults and ¥2,200 for students, plus one drink. The last day to sign up is today!

Photography Walk Club - Sept 28 at 10AM (Omotesando)
Capture the beauty of Tokyo's most stylish neighborhood. We’ll take a relaxed walk through charming streets, hidden corners, greenery, and beautiful architecture. We will eat lunch nearby afterwards. Bring your camera or smartphone. Sign up here.

Pakistani Kitchen Club - Sept 29 at 10:30AM (Private residence in Setagaya)
This event is full, but check the sign up to join the waitlist. Sep menu includes Chicken Biryani, refreshing Pudina Raita, Kachumbar Salad and a comforting bowl of traditional Kheer rice pudding.

Pickleballers Club - Oct 4 at 5:30PM (Tipness, Kichijoji) NEW CLUB!
Join us for a fun evening of pickleball at Tipness in Kichijoji! Beginners are welcome, and equipment is available. Cost: ¥1,500 - ¥1,800 (cash) including entrance fee and court costs. Sign up here.

Hello Nihongo Club - Oct 6 at 10AM (Private residence in Minami Azabu)

Discover Japanese conversation and etiquette in this fun Hello Nihongo session! Practice describing different tastes, learn how to politely refuse food, and explore chopstick manners in Japan. We’ll also get to taste some Japanese noodles! Cost:¥1,500 (cash) Sign up here.

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

Join us for a Halloween-themed flower arranging workshop with florist Nakaba. Cost: ¥7,000 (cash) including flowers and materials. Sign up here.

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