JSANZ is an advocacy network for Japanese language education and Japanese studies at tertiary level in Aotearoa New Zealand.

We work together on projects and activities that promote and strengthen Japanese language education and Japanese studies in New Zealand.

Our members are teachers and researchers of Japanese language and Japanese studies at New Zealand’s tertiary institutions. Membership is also open to other individuals and entities committed to JSANZ’s goals. JSANZ provides a vital communication forum, serving all with common interests and concerns.

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Applications are now open for the December 2026 Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT).Test Date: Sun 6 DecemberVenue: University of AucklandApplication Read more
8月17日、オークランド市と姉妹都市関係にある加古川市から8名の生徒が総領事館を訪問しました。箕谷総領事から、総領事館の業務について説明するとともに、加古川市とオークランドとの姉妹都市交流の更なる発展について期待を述べました。また生徒の皆さんから、ニュージーランド滞在の印象についてお話をお聞きしました。 On 17 August, eight students from Kakogawa City, a sister city of Auckland, visited the Consulate-General of Japan. Consul Read more
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