Announcements

A message from our PTA President 

All parents who are preparing for the promotion of your kids to ES, to MS, to HS, congratulations! Your children are growing and I am sure they will thrive in whatever next chapter they will be in. And so should you!

And finally, an enormous THANK YOU to every single volunteer of the 2025–26 school year! You made yourselves available for countless activities, showered the school with care, and brought your best energy to everything you supported. The ASIJ community is deeply grateful because your efforts created a better school experience for all of us. While we may not be able to thank each of you in person, we hope you take a moment to pause and say to yourself, “I made a difference.” Then relax, treat yourself to something special, and celebrate all you’ve given. Here’s to you!

You are an inspiration to the new PTA Board for 2026–27, which has already come together for its first meeting. Meet the new Board, and let’s be friends! Together, we can move mountains—or at the very least, climb them. Enjoy the week, the weather, and the school!

All the best,

Indre

P.S. Happy belated Mothers’ day to all the amazing moms! You were, you are and you will always be the best reason for celebration!

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SAGE Special Screening

ASIJ SAGE (Students Advocating for Gender Equality) is pleased to host a special screening of Black Box Diaries, an Oscar-nominated documentary by Japanese journalist Shiori Ito. The film follows Ito’s personal investigation into her own sexual assault case, highlighting the challenges survivors face within Japan’s legal system and societal expectations. Her story is both courageous and deeply moving, providing insight into the systemic barriers to justice.Because screenings of this documentary are extremely limited in Japan, this is a rare opportunity for our community to view the film and participate in a panel discussion and Q&A with Shiori Ito afterward. Student organizations, including SAGE, Enough is Enough, and the Law Society, will help facilitate the discussion.

• Date: Friday, May 15

• Doors open: 3:00PM | Intro: 3:15PM | Film Start: 3:20PM (Runtime: 1 hr 43 min)

• Panel & Q&A: 5:05 – 5:45PM (6 PM bus available)

• Location: ASIJ Theater

• Note: advised for people 15 years and older

Sign up in advance to join the screening.

Volunteer Requests

HS Spring Sports Banquet - May 18

Join us in celebrating the end of the High School spring sports season. The banquet will begin with a light meal for athletes and coaches in the cafeteria from 3:00–3:30PM. Parents are warmly invited to attend the award ceremony from 3:40–4:25PM, followed by team meetings starting at 4:30PM. We are also seeking parent volunteers to assist between 1:45–3:40PM—your support is greatly appreciated. Please sign up here. Questions? Contact Naomi at banquets@pta.asij.ac.jp.

Senior Ice Cream Snack - May 18

Please join us on Monday, May 18, for the last Senior Snack event of 2026! Let’s all come together to create a fun ice cream social for our kids. Even if the slots are filled, you can still come and join us on campus to celebrate! It will be a very short one, hope to see you there!

Class of 2026 Graduation Events -  May 22, 23, 25, 26, 29, 30 and June 1 

CALLING ALL DIVISION PARENTS: join us in celebrating the Class of 2026! It is a ASIJ’s tradition for Junior parents to take the lead in supporting graduation events and passing the torch to the next class. We warmly invite not only Junior parents, but all HS, MS and ES parents to join us. There are various dates and time slots available, and you can volunteer for as little as a few hours—whatever fits your schedule. Please sign up or contact Senior Activities Chair, Lalaka Fukuma and Atsuko Chiyoda at senioractivities@pta.asij.ac.jp for any questions.

ELC Teacher and Staff Appreciation Breakfast - May 27

On Wednesday, May 27 from 7:30-8:20AM the ELC PTA will be hosting an ELC Teacher and Staff Appreciation Breakfast. We’ll be arranging a catered breakfast for the entire ELC team to show our gratitude. If you’d like to contribute: sign up to donate homemade or store-bought baked goods or fruits or sign up to volunteer to serve at the breakfast. Questions? Contact Ryuta Hiroi at elcdivision@pta.asij.ac.jp . 

Lead volunteers wanted for Winterfest ‘26

As the warmth of Tokyo summer approaches, stay cool by keeping in mind the wintry event that is Winterfest. Although this community event will not take place until December, we are in need of lead volunteers to help with the planning/managing of food, decorations, communications, activities and/or volunteers. If you are interested in joining our planning team, please email winterfest@pta.asij.ac.jp.

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, Shino Torigoe-Yeh at parentledclubs@pta.asij.ac.jp. 

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

Hello Nihongo Club - May 14 at 9:30AM (Minami Aoyama)

Sign up for this club designed for new arrivals and absolute beginners who would like to learn basic Japanese for everyday conversations. The theme will be Children’s Day, offering a great opportunity to learn how this holiday is celebrated in Japan. 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.

Architecture Club - May 15 at 10AM (Shibuya) New Event

Sign up to detangle all of Shibuya's new development by exploring Hikarie (2012 by Tokyu and Nikken Sekkei), Shibuya Stream (2018 by Coelacanth & Associates), Miyashita Park (2020 by Takenaka and Nikken Sekkei) and visiting the D47 gallery.  If you have a sketchbook and pencil, please bring them. If not, fresh sketchbooks and pencils will be available. 

Run Happy Walk Happy Club - May 18, 25 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 - May 19, 26 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.

Ikebana Experience Club - May 19 at 10AM (Global Front Tower, Shibaura)

Sign up to immerse yourself in the elegant world of ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arrangement. This 90-minute workshop is led by Rikako, a licensed Ikebana teacher from Ikenobo, Japan’s oldest school of floral art. During this time, you will experience the tranquility of this timeless craft and connect with fellow ASIJ parents. Tools will be provided on site. The cost is ¥5,500 (cash).

Pakistani Kitchen Club - May 20 at 10:30AM (Setagaya)

Sign up for this new club to explore Pakistani food in an intimate home kitchen setting. From the meat centric, minimalist flavor of the North, to the bold, fiery spices of the South, every corner has its own signature soul. Led by ASIJ parent, Aneeta Bokuts, May’s menu includes DIY Pani Puri (a street favorite of the region), Chicken Tandoori Star bread (will learn how to smoke the meat), and Goli/Giyaling (traditional Hunza crepes served with apricots, a staple of the valley). The cost is ¥1,200 (cash).

Photography Walk Club - May 26 at 10AM (Kagurazaka)

Sign up for a photo walk through Kagurazaka with numerous shops, cafes, and restaurants. We will head to lunch together afterwards. Bring a cell phone/camera!

Sake Club - May 28 at 5PM (Global Front Tower, Shibaura)
Sign up to attend this new event! Dive into the rich traditions of sake with engaging tastings and a brief educational workshop led by sake sommelier, Rikako. During this session, you will explore five distinct sake varieties, helping you discover the perfect match for your palate. Cost is ¥5,000 (cash).

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.