New Perspectives: Japan

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The torii to a new perspective since 1992 Visit laurasian.org/npj to learn more.

New Perspectives: Japan (NP:J) provides middle/high school* students and teachers the opportunity to delve deep into self-selected themes of Japanese language, history, society, culture—even their own Japanese heritage (where applicable). Rooted in curricula designed by notable scholars of Japan, pre-departure program lessons build to a 2-week group trip to Japan—complete with a homestay experienc

e, visits to local schools, and group study travel throughout the regions most pertinent to your chosen study theme. Scholarships opportunities and *college-level programs also available.

As we get ready for our 2026 tours, here are some of our favorite moments from the New Perspectives Japan 2025 tours!! L...
06/04/2026

As we get ready for our 2026 tours, here are some of our favorite moments from the New Perspectives Japan 2025 tours!! Looking forward to seeing you all soon :)

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Teachers and students of Japanese! We have an exciting new resource for you!Join our Zoom info session on May 14th at 4p...
05/07/2026

Teachers and students of Japanese! We have an exciting new resource for you!

Join our Zoom info session on May 14th at 4pm PT / 7pm ET for a brief overview of the new fund and a Q&A with Laurasian staff. See you there!

Spreading the word on new opportunities for Japanese language educators!"The Oka Fund, established through the Laurasian...
04/24/2026

Spreading the word on new opportunities for Japanese language educators!

"The Oka Fund, established through the Laurasian Institution, supports the continued development of Japanese language education and the educators who sustain it. The fund aims to contribute to the growth and vitality of Japanese language education programs by supporting teachers, students, and initiatives that promote deeper engagement with Japanese language and culture."

Our sister program, J-LEAP, was well represented at ACTFL again this year! Laurasian staff attended as well as quite a f...
12/06/2025

Our sister program, J-LEAP, was well represented at ACTFL again this year! Laurasian staff attended as well as quite a few current and former participants from across the US.

There was also a great presentation given by Assistant Teacher Chihiro Goto and Lead Teacher Will Smith to an absolutely packed room. Well done!

Thank you to for their support of this important program.

This Giving Tuesday, show your support for global experiences in U.S. classrooms through a donation to Laurasian Institu...
12/02/2025

This Giving Tuesday, show your support for global experiences in U.S. classrooms through a donation to Laurasian Institution and New Perspectives: Japan. For 35 years, we have engaged thousands of Japanese language learners, educators, and community members through grassroots exchange and cultural programming.

Your generous contributions today will:
• Provide scholarships for student exchange programs in Japan
• Bolster access to Japanese language and culture in local communities
• Sustain Laurasian’s vision for a global community on a local scale

If you share our vision, please consider donating on our website: www.laurasian.org/donate

Thank you for supporting this work. We are honored to share this mission with you, and look forward to continuing this journey together for the next 35 years.

Happy Thanksgiving from and Laurasian Institution! 🍁⁠⁠We want to express our heartfelt thanks to our program participa...
11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from and Laurasian Institution! 🍁⁠
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We want to express our heartfelt thanks to our program participants, education partners, and community. We are truly grateful for the relationships we've built together and look forward to continuing our journey with you.⁠
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From all of us at Laurasian Institution, we wish you a joyful and peaceful Thanksgiving filled with warmth and happiness.

PS. Don't forget that applications are due December 1! 📅

11/25/2025

🚨 Only ONE WEEK LEFT to apply for ! Did you know we have scholarships too? Get your application in before 11:59PM on December 1! 生徒たち、頑張ってください！ 🎌

Don't miss ! We will be there showcasing our Japan programs during the three-day convention. Can't wait to see you!
11/19/2025

Don't miss ! We will be there showcasing our Japan programs during the three-day convention. Can't wait to see you!

11/17/2025

It's International Student Day 🌏 Celebrate sharing cultures with the and his new video, all about supporting teachers and students travelling to Japan with 🧳

🇯🇵 Just TWO WEEKS left to register for summer 2026! Are you ready?

11/16/2025

No Japanese program to travel to Japan with? Join as a ronin and we'll match you to a group! 👋

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