Announcements

A message from our PTA president 

like true magicians—help shape our children into thoughtful, capable individuals; to the administration, who skillfully keep everything running smoothly; to the staff, who make our campus a place we love to be; to the bus drivers, who connect our homes to school; and to the bus monitors, who serve as inspiring older role models for our younger students. And, of course, to all the parents who choose every day to be active, engaged members of this community.

I hope many of us will come together for the Teacher and Staff Appreciation Lunch on April 24 (save the date)!

Before that, let’s meet on April 8 at the One ASIJ event at the Tokyo American Club. Please don’t hesitate to RSVP and join everyone. I always value hearing updates from the school and quite often feel inspired to ask questions—helping ensure that, together, we continue to make this school the very best it can be for our families.

Warm regards,

Indre Mackeviciute
On behalf of the ASIJ PTA Board

P.S. I couldn’t resist congratulating the wonderful parents of our amazing seniors who have been accepted into college—what an exciting journey lies ahead! And for those still deciding where to go, in the words of mindfulness expert Ellen J. Langer: “Rather than spending your time stressing over making the right decision, make the decision right.

Volunteer Requests

Faculty/Staff & Bus Monitor Appreciation Lunch - April 24, 10:30AM

We are excited to invite you to join us in celebrating the incredible teachers, staff and bus monitors who make ASIJ such a special place for our children.

Date: 10:30AM-2PM, Tuesday, April 24

Location: MPR, ASIJ

Our faculty, staff and bus monitor give so much of themselves every day — and this is our opportunity to show them how much their dedication, kindness, and care truly means to our community.

Please sign up to donate your finest desserts for this appreciation event. In the meantime, mark your calendars and start thinking about the faculty, staff members and bus monitors who have made a difference for your family this year! More info for other volunteering to come soon.

MS Spring Share - April 29

We are looking for 3 volunteers to help with the theater concessions (snack stand) at the MS Spring Share on April 29 from 11:30AM to 1:30PM.

As MS parents are required to attend the Spring Share, this opportunity is open to parents without MS students.

Helping at the concessions is a fun way to get involved and connect with the community!If you are available to help, please contact: fofa@pta.asij.ac.jp

Divisional Events

HS Spring Social Dinner - Apr 10 at 7PM

Join us for the HS Spring Social Dinner! It has been great to see and meet so many of you HS parents at various social events throughout the school year. Join us at Scarpetta Tokyo for a night of warm company of fellow High School parents. Enjoy delicious Italian cuisine at this lovely restaurant located conveniently in Toranomon. We look forward to enjoying the evening with you.

When: Friday, Apr 10 at 7-10PM

Where: Scarpetta Tokyo (Tokyo World Gate Building, 4 chome-1-1- 1F, Toranomon, Tokyo)

Cost: 14,000 yen per person

Dress: Smart Casual

If you have any questions, please contact Lisa Draper or Emi Chachra at hssocial@pta.asij.ac.jp

ELC Spring Family Picnic in Yoyogi Koen - Apr 11 at 10AM

ELC PTA invites you to come join us at Yoyogi Koen on April 11 for a day of fun where you can meet new families or catch up with old friends. Bring your picnic mats, food, drinks, and park toys. It will be a great day! Questions? Contact Hanako, Ivy and Yumi at divisionevents@pta.asij.ac.jp.

Senior Lunch - April 15

Please join us to celebrate the Sakura season with a Cherry Blossom themed Senior Lunch, offering a combination of Japanese and Korean food.

Note: April 15 is a PACT Day. The lunch starts at 12:25pm and finishes around 13:30. Seniors will stay for a video shooting after lunch.

Coordinators for the lunch are Chie Sonoda and Naomi Fukumoto. For questions, please contact our Senior Activity Chairs at senioractivities@pta.asij.ac.jp.

ELC Literacy Week Parent Performances - Apr 16 at 8:45AM

Literacy Week is one of everyone’s favorite weeks at the ELC and now it’s your turn to be part of the magic! Thank you to all the parent volunteers who signed up to help out! Feel free to contact Jenna, Ariana, Phoebe & Stella at elcdivision@pta.asij.ac.jp if you have any questions.

ES Spring Family Picnic at the Park - Apr 25 at 11AM

Spring is almost here! Let’s celebrate the warmer weather with a relaxed family picnic at Yoyogi Park. Bring your own lunch and blanket, and enjoy time chatting with other parents while the kids run and play. We’d love to see you there. Sign up for the event here.

Senior Graduation Banquet - May 26 (RSVP by Apr 27)

Senior Parents! The Senior banquet kicks off graduation festivities for families on Tuesday, May 26, 5:45-9PM at Hilton Tokyo Odaiba. We welcome you to join our Seniors and their families to enjoy a 5-course meal, take photos together, share memories, hear from speakers and enjoy musical performances by members of the class of 2026. Graduates, parents, siblings and extended family are all invited. RSVP to reserve your seats by April 27. Please contact seniorbanquet@pta.asij.ac.jp for any questions.

Parent-Led Clubs

Are you new to ASIJ or to Tokyo, or maybe a returning parent? Do you have hobbies or interests that you would like to share with the ASIJ community? We encourage you to establish a new club. The PTA will support you in starting, managing and promoting the club. If you have a club idea or questions, please contact Parent-led Clubs Chair, Jennifer Min at parentledclubs@pta.asij.ac.jp. 

View the full list of parent-led clubs on our website, including current photos. 

Flower Arranging Club - Apr 2, 14 at 10AM (Azabu Gardens West, Denenchofu)
The sign up for the Apr 2 event is closed. The next sign up is with Nakaba, a skilled florist and ASIJ parent, at her private residence in the Denenchofu area. Join this intimate bouquet lesson where participants will practice gift wrapping (up to four participants with a minimum of two). The cost is ¥6,500/person (cash) including flowers and materials. One parking spot is available.

Offline Experiences Club - Apr 3 at 10AM (Nihonbashi)
Sign up here to explore the streets of Nihonbashi for three uninterrupted offline hours. A few landmarks to visit are identified in advance by the club’s leader, Juan Felipe, but part of the plan is to let interests and conversations guide the offline experience. Don’t miss out on this one-time event!

Neighborhood Explorers Club - Apr 3 at 10:15AM (Hokusai along the Sumida River)
Sign up to explore an "off the beaten path" area of the Sumida River and stop at shrines that are featured in the work of the famous artist Hokusai. We will meet at the Burger King Asakusa Azumabashi (outside of Asakusa Station near Azuma Bridge).

Run Happy Walk Happy Club - Apr 6, 13, 27 at 8AM (Nogawa Park)
Sign up to join a fun run or walk with optional breakfast afterwards. We meet on Monday mornings around 8AM in the parking area at Nogawa Park (next to ASIJ). All paces are encouraged to join this fun and friendly group!

Christian Parents Club - Apr 7, 14, 21, 28 at 9AM (Zoom)
Sign up to join this weekly club on Tuesday mornings via Zoom. Are you seeking a supportive community where you can pray for your children and their school? We invite you to participate in a time of worship, praise, and intercessory prayer. Our prayers are conducted in English and Japanese.

Tennis Mix & Mingle Club - Apr 8 at 9AM (ASIJ Chofu)
Sign up to meet fellow ASIJ tennis players of all levels over a morning of casual play. We will play 4-set matches in randomly assigned doubles pairs on four courts rotating for two hours. Come meet us at the ASIJ tennis courts on the Chofu campus!

Bark & Bond Club - Apr 9 at 10AM (Yoyogi Park)
Sign up to attend this club of dog lovers and their four-legged companions. We're all about creating a fun, safe, and social environment for dogs of all breeds, personalities and sizes. Whether you're looking for a new walking buddy, exchange information on boarding, vets, insurance or supplies, want to practice some agility skills, or just want to hang out with other dog people our club has something for everyone. The club will meet outside the Yoyogi Park Dog Run.

Grapevine Club - Apr 11 at 7PM (Big Iowa BBQ, Roppongi)
Sign up to make some new friends or catch up with some old ones! Enjoy 2-1/2 hours of free flowing drinks and a delicious buffet of American barbecue on Apr 11 at 7-9:30PM at Big Iowa BBQ in Roppongi. Cost is ¥8,000/person (cash).

Interschool Trivia Night Club - Apr 15 at 7:15PM (Hobgoblin, Roppongi)
Sign up to join the Interschool Trivia Night Club! Meet up with friends from ASIJ and make new friends with other local Tokyo school parents from BST, TIS, NIS and ISSH. The event will be held at Hobgoblin in Roppongi from 7:15-9:30PM. The event is free but please feel free to buy a snack or drink at the venue.

Hello Nihongo Club - Apr 16 at 9:30AM (Azabu Gardens West)
Sign up for this club designed for new arrivals and absolute beginners who would like to learn basic Japanese for everyday conversations. In the next session, we will learn how to introduce ourselves and our families as a step toward more extended conversations. The theme will be Children’s Day, offering a great opportunity to learn how this holiday is celebrated in Japan on May 5th. The club is led by Kimiyo, an ASIJ parent and a nationally licensed Japanese language teacher with extensive experience teaching at a Japanese school for expatriates and their families. The fee is ¥1,500 (cash) per class, which includes learning materials as well as a short tea break with Japanese sweets.

Brisk Walk Club - Apr 17 at 10AM (Kudanshita Station)
Sign up for the next walk! We will meet at
Kudanshita Station and walk through Koishikawa Park, Tokyo University, and end at Nezu Shrine where we'll see the Azaleas in full bloom.

Architecture Club - Apr 22 at 10AM (Ikebukuro West Exit)
Sign up for this new club to explore the fascinating world of contemporary Tokyo architecture! We will tour neighborhoods, sketch buildings & landscapes, discuss the impact of sustainability, and explore the architectural future of Tokyo's citizens. This month, we will visit Ikebukuro: Frank Lloyd Wright's Jiyu Gakuen (1930), Nikken Sekkei's Seibu HQ (2019), Toshima City Hall (various, 2015) and finish up on top of the Sunshine 60 Observatory (¥700). This club is led by ASIJ parent, Roger Gula, an architect for 30 years. No previous experience in sketching or architecture is necessary. Sketchbooks and pencils will be provided.

Photography Walk Club - Apr 23 at 10AM (Kadokawa Musashino Museum)
Sign up for a photo walk through this unique museum with exhibits of art, literature, and natural history. We will head to lunch together afterwards. Bring a cell phone/camera and ¥1,400 for museum entry fee.

Grant and Speakers Program (GSP)

About GSP

The PTA has funds to help bring cool projects and guest speakers to ASIJ! If you’re a teacher, staff member, student group, or parent with a great idea to boost learning or add something special to school that would go beyond the standard curriculum, you can apply for financial support through the PTA Grants and Speakers Program (GSP). From author visits and student-led gardens to virtual reality in the classroom, past grants have made a difference.

Want to know more or ready to apply? Check out the guidelines and the application form.