Japan Club was established in Spring 2000

The club’s primary purpose is to network with peers, alumni, and professionals. Under this goal, there are three pillars of activities. These pillars are "professional", "cross-cultural", and "social" activities.

First, professional activities enable students to transition smoothly into the workforce. We sponsor Japanese business seminars, guest speakers from various fields, job-hunting workshops, resume workshops, and interview workshops to help students learn what true professionalism means across cultural boundaries.

Secondly, cross-cultural activities are a great opportunity for members to interact with a number of people from various countries. We hold events such as Japanese tutoring sessions, opportunities to volunteer at the Japanese garden on campus, and networking events with other ampuses/organizations.
By providing these opportunities for our members, we enhance their awareness and adaptability to diversity.

Third, social activities are used to promote basic communication skills and allow our members to have FUN! Through social events, our members have fun while creating lifelong relationships. Such events include the beginning of semester party, alumni gatherings and the end of semester banquet.

The combination of professional, cross-cultural and social activities has served as a strong foundation on which we have expanded our organization.
We hope you will consider joining our dynamic organization!

MISSION STATEMENT OF JAPAN CLUB

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Japan Club is an official campus organization formed to provide support and a social network for Japanese students and students interested in Japanese culture, society, and current issues, while raising cultural awareness and fostering information exchange with the California State University, Long Beach community.

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Our purpose with Japan Club is to provide assistance as a "stepping-stone" to International students who are adjusting to life as a foreign student. Assistance includes help with academic choices; development of social and leadership skills; and provision of advice on career choices for International students.

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Our purpose with Japan Club is to encourage membership interaction between the business community, alumni, instructors, and fellow students; instill a sense of social and public responsibility; facilitate opportunities for self-development and leadership.