We are accepting new school year enrollment!
Tucson Japanese School is now accepting enrollment for the 2026–2027 school year.
We welcome children from Japanese-speaking families who are interested in learning Japanese language and culture, as well as adults who would like to study Japanese.
【Class selection 】 ・Oyako Class・Japanese Heritage Language Class・Japanese as a Second Language Class
【Location】Campus of International School of Tucson, 1701 East Seneca Street, Tucson, AZ 85719. (Please do not contact the host school regarding Tucson Japanese School.)
【Day & Time】Saturdays, 9:00–11:00 AM 25 class days per year
【Registration and Details】For more information about class placement, tuition, materials fees, payment options, and volunteer expectations, please visit the Enrollment page.
All new and returning students must complete the registration process through the page above.
If you are registering siblings, please submit a separate form for each student. If your child is a returning student but will not continue this year, please let us know by email.
【Nihongo Café】We also offer Nihongo Café, a Japanese conversation practice program, both online and in person.For more information, please visit:https://tjschool.org/en/program/nihongocafe/
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Save the date! J-pop/Anime song Skate Night with DJ Key Blue
Join us for a first-of-its-kind event in Tucson on Thursday April 30th 2026 at 6pm at Skate county! The Tucson Japanese School invites families, friends and community members of all ages to a J-pop and Anime-themed skate night featuring with DJ Key Blue. Attendees are encouraged to come in cosplay or Japanese fashion and participate in a raffle featuring prizes donated by local Tucson businesses. All funds raised will directly support the Tucson Japanese School's programs. Visit our Event page for more details.
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2026 New Year's Card Contest Information
Tucson Japanese School (TJS) is holding a New Year's card contest for the Year of the Horse！
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Tucson Japanese School 11th Annual Sports Day Announcement
Tucson Japanese Language School invites you to the 11th Annual Sports Day, a day filled with laughter, excitement, and spectacular sports events! All Japanese families and Japanese learners in the Tucson area are welcome to participate in this fun family event!Date： Saturday, November 15, 2025Competition: 9:00 am to 12:30 pmLunch: 12:30 pm to 2:00 pmLocation: 1701 E Seneca St, Tucson AZCost: $10/family ( Free for TJS students and their families)Participant Qualification: 0 to 18 years old and their families.Please register online using this link: https://forms.gle/3xWpAfcWJfEPc69x7Registration deadline is Monday, October 20th, 2025.Hope to see many of you there!!!
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MaxZeeks visited Tucson Japanese School!?
Max Zeeks, a curious explorer from the Planet Digby, visited our school last Saturday to learn Japanese language and culture. What did he learn? Check out an upcoming episode with Tucson Japanese School on YouTube @MaxZeeks https://youtu.be/lRmionS_mq0
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Enrollment for 2025 school year Begins!
We are pleased to announce the reopening of our Japanese division beginner class and the in-person Japanese Cafe for the upcoming school year. If you are interested in programs, we encourage you to review the descriptions or contact us for further information. Please note that the enrollment deadline is Saturday, July 19th, 2025. To register, kindly visit our enrollment page and complete the form. If you have any inquiries regarding registration or our program offerings, please do not hesitate to contact us by email at [email protected]. We look forward to welcoming you in August.
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2025 Kanji Kentei
We are one of a few testing locations of Kanji Kentei in the U.S. See this year's exam details.
Date & Time : Saturday, January 25th at 12pm
Location: International School of Tucson
*We are no longer accepting applications for the 2025 exam.
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Annoucement for 10th Anniversary Tucson Japanese Langauge School’s Sports Day
Tucson Japanese Language School & Tucson Japanese Association Present:
Tucson Japanese Sports Matsuri will be held on Sunday, October 27th from 9am to 3pm. All ages are welcome! Free event!
Children's sports events start at 9am
Adults sports events start at 1pm
Please register by Saturday, October 12th if you would like to participate in the sports events or volunteer for the event. https://www.tucsonundokai.org/
There will be Japanese food and snacks for sale and stage performances by Tagawa Trio, K-pop dance group AKDC, and Tucson Yosakoi Club from 12pm to 1pm. Also, there will be Japanese games, activities, and more! We only accept cash to purchase tickets to redeem for food and games.
Bring your own lawn chairs or blankets for seating.
You are welcome to just come shopping or cheering!
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Community Mural Project with Desert Pen !
Ms. Pen visited our school today and she worked on the parts will be part of community mural with our students.
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Sakura Radio interview Part 2 !
The second half of the Class 1 interview with Mr. Taisan Tanaka! Tune in to listen to the heartwarming stories of our students and Rie sensei!
Thank you Sakura Radio USA!!!!
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Sakura Radio Intervew Part 1 !
Class 1 students and teacher participated in the interview by Sakura Radio USA the other day. This time they are in みんなの学校〜田中太山の全米行脚! They talked about Kanji quizzes, Summer Haiku, favorite food, Rie sensei, Japanese class, and more. Enjoy fun and heartwarming interviews with our students! Thank you Taisan Tanaka for the fun show!!
Episode55 Tucson Japanese Language School - Minna no Gakko ( 1st half)
https://sakura-radio-e42b7d0b.simplecast.com/episodes/ep55-ad4ulzhy
The second half will be on the air very soon！
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Enrollment for 2024-2025 school year Begins!
Enrollment for the new school year started.
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