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Fall 2025 Workshop

2025-11-01

CAJLT 秋のワークショップが11月8日（土曜日）にオンラインにて開催されます。「中級で学ぶ日本語：アニメとマンガの物語世界 “Story worlds of Japanese: Anime and Manga for Intermediate Learners”」と題して、ケンタッキー大学の丹野幸治先生にお話ししていただきます。中学・高校・短大・大学、どのレベルにも役立つ内容となっております。  CAJLT会員の方は、無料でご参加いただけます。非会員の方は、当会のウェブサイト (https://cajlt.net/membership/) にて会員になっていただく必要がありますが、ご興味がある方は是非、ご参加くださいませ。 ワークショップの事前登録は以下のサイトで行えます。11月4日 (火) までにご登録ください。 レジストレーション:  https://forms.gle/fewTpB28ByLZTb3Z6 テーマ：「中級で学ぶ日本語：アニメとマンガの物語世界 “Story worlds of Japanese: Anime and Manga for Intermediate Learners”」 講師：丹野幸治先生（University of Kentucky） 日時：11/8（土）1 pm – 3 pm (Pacific Time)  (via Zoom) スケジュール(Tentative)：        1:00 pm – 2:00 pm　 セッション 1  　　2:00 pm – 2:10 pm　 休憩 　　2:10 pm – 3:00 pm    セッション 2  … More Fall 2025 Workshop

Nominations Open: 2026 California Teacher of the Year Awards for Japanese Language Professionals

2025-10-13

This year, CAJLT, TJSC, and NCJTA are proud to jointly announce the opening of nominations for the 2026 California Teacher of the Year Awards for Japanese Language Professionals. The three California Japanese language teacher associations have collaborated to create four award categories that recognize exceptional individuals who are working toward or have made significant contributions to Japanese language education. If you know … More Nominations Open: 2026 California Teacher of the Year Awards for Japanese Language Professionals

Spring 2025 Workshop

2025-04-14

 UCLA CATの助成金を受け開発したオノマトペGIF教材の紹介と共有をします。CANVAS用に開発されたものですが、CANVASを使っていない先生方にはGIFをそのまま共有いたします。また、既存のオンライン教材と併せ、同GIF教材を活⽤しプロフィシエンシーを⾼める⽅法についても触れます。

2025 CLTA Review!

2025-03-20

2025 CLTA conference took place at San Diego, where CAJLT held our annual general meeting, and several Japanese senseis shared their wisdom in their sessions. Here are a few pictures of the presenters (unfortunately we couldn’t secure a couple of sensei’s presentation pictures). Also, Ann Jordan sensei was awarded the Hal Weingard Lifetime Achievement Award! … More 2025 CLTA Review!

CAJLT at ACTFL 2024 in Philadelphia!

2024-12-08

CAJLT at ACTFL 2024 The whirlwind of ACTFL 2024 is officially over, but the memories (and maybe a little jet lag) are still lingering! The California Association of Japanese Language Teachers (CAJLT) had an incredible time connecting with educators from across the country in Philadelphia. Feeling Inspired? Want to experience the excitement of a professional … More CAJLT at ACTFL 2024 in Philadelphia!

CAJLT Recognizes Japanese Teachers

2024-09-02

The California Association of Japanese Language Teachers (CAJLT) recently held their first-ever Teacher of the Year Awards. Honoring outstanding dedication to fostering Japanese language learning, the ceremony featured a speech by Consul Hagiwara, Director of the Consulate’s Japan Information and Culture Center.　This year’s esteemed recipients are Mio Nishimura, a Japanese language teacher at Alisal High … More CAJLT Recognizes Japanese Teachers

Exciting Opportunity: Kobe College Corporation-Japan Education Exchange High School Essay Contest

2023-12-21

Dear CAJLT Members, We have received exciting news from Kobe College Corporation-Japan Education Exchange—the oldest Japan/US cross-cultural nonprofit in the country. They are currently hosting their 24th annual High School Essay Contest, open to students who have studied at least one year of formal Japanese language and will be 16 years of age by July … More Exciting Opportunity: Kobe College Corporation-Japan Education Exchange High School Essay Contest

Elevate Your Japanese Teaching Journey with CAJLT Membership!

2023-09-28

Join the California Association of Japanese Language Teachers (CAJLT) and become a valued member of our vibrant statewide community dedicated to advancing Japanese language and cultural education. With CAJLT membership, you’ll unlock a world of exclusive benefits: 🌟 Stay Updated: Receive our quarterly newsletter, delivering essential insights into programs, events, educators, and schools related to … More Elevate Your Japanese Teaching Journey with CAJLT Membership!