Let’s Talk Japan Trips: Sharing Experiences and Tips

A space for teachers to exchange stories, ideas and inspiration for planning school trips to Japan

If you’ve ever dreamt of taking students to Japan — neon cities, shrines surrounded by cedar forest, warm bowls of ramen after a busy day of sightseeing — this is a workshop built for you. Whether you’ve already led a school group, just returned from one, or you’re planning ahead for 2026–2027, this session offers a friendly place to learn from others, ask questions, and share both the magic and the practical realities of travelling with students abroad. You’ll leave with new ideas, confidence and inspiration for your next Japanese adventure.

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Course Details

Join us online for a 75-minute interactive workshop designed specifically for Japanese language teachers across Aotearoa. In breakout discussions you’ll exchange tips, experiences and classroom-to-airport planning insights with other educators who understand the excitement — and complexity — of organising a school trip to Japan.
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Workshop Dates

When: 3:30–4:45pm, Tuesday 26 May 2026

Registrations open 12 May and close 23 May 2026

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Eligibility ‍‍

Session delivered in Japanese (participants may use English or Japanese in discussion)
There is no cost for NZ registered teachers, and no attendee limit — all welcome.

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Why designing local Japanese language trips strengthens teaching

Whether it's a cultural centre visit, a Japanese garden, a calligraphy workshop, a taiko performance or a restaurant immersion — bring language to life without needing a passport. When teachers design culturally rich excursions close to home, they create opportunities for students to practise real communication, observe cultural behaviours and connect language learning to lived experience. These trips build teacher confidence, deepen cultural knowledge, and generate authentic teaching resources that flow back into the classroom. A thoughtfully planned local trip can spark curiosity, strengthen pedagogy and make Japanese feel real, memorable and exciting for students.