4th JASH Language Exchange (JASH LangX)
On November 16, 2024, from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM, the Japan-America Society of Hawaii (JASH) hosted its 3rd language exchange session, JASH-LangX, at the JASH office.
Approximately 15 participants—both JASH members and non-members—gathered to connect with one another while practicing English and Japanese in a friendly and supportive environment. JASH LangX offers a unique opportunity to meet new people, improve language skills, and learn about Japan, the U.S., and Hawaii, all while making new friends in a relaxed setting.
Attendees enjoyed communicating in two languages at the JASH Office
Event Highlights
The session started with a fun Circle Challenge Tournament icebreaker. Congratulations to the winners! Following the icebreaker, participants engaged in three conversation rounds:
First Round: "Only in English" conversations
Second Round: "Only in Japanese" conversations
Final Round: A mix of English and Japanese, with optional conversational topics provided
This format allowed attendees to fully immerse themselves in each language while connecting with multiple partners.
A Welcoming Space for All
Participants represented a variety of backgrounds and language proficiency levels, but all shared a strong motivation to learn and connect through language. JASH LangX welcomes all levels, from beginner to advanced, creating a conversation-friendly space for everyone.
Feedback from the event was overwhelmingly positive:
Over 93% of participants strongly agreed with the statements, “I was satisfied with today’s language exchange session” and “I would like to participate in the next JASH Language Exchange session.”
Comments included:
"I enjoy speaking with native Japanese speakers and learning from them."
"JASHならではの素晴らしい試み！長く続けてください。ありがとう(This is a wonderful initiative unique to JASH! Please continue this program for a long time. Thank you!)"
"気兼ねなく英語を話す機会があまりないので、参加できて楽しかった(I rarely get opportunities to speak English without hesitation, so I had a great time participating.)"
Looking Ahead
Future JASH LangX sessions are planned for 2025 and will be held monthly or bi-monthly, including weekends and weekday evenings to suit diverse schedules.
Stay tuned for updates on our 5th JASH LangX session in 2025 and don’t miss the chance to join this fun, enriching experience!
For more information, visit our LangX page.
