Japan-America Society of Southern Colorado upcoming events

Conversation Over Cookies (06 Jun 2026)

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 19:30:00 GMT

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Want to practice Japanese with real native speakers?

Come join us for Conversation Over Cookies (COC), hosted on one Saturday every month! Regularly entertaining between 10 and 20 guests, this monthly conversation event allows everyone to practice their language skills, no matter what their skill level. ✋ Each table will have at least one native Japanese speaker, and groups are split into beginner, intermediate, and advanced.

Bring a dessert or snack to share, and a water bottle to keep your talking muscles hydrated~~ (aka your lips and throat).

Free for members! If you're a member, just log in to enable the free ticket option.

$5 for non-members

This event is led by dedicated JASSC member and Japanese native, Ayumi Peek. Ayumi was born and raised in Tokyo. She has been a frequent attendee of this event as a native speaker since she moved to Colorado Springs in 2023, and recently volunteered to host. Ayumi loves to share her culture and meet people who are interested in Japan. If your hobbies include hiking, reading thrillers, or baking, she will be extra excited to chat. Come join us!

Registration is limited to 20 guests.

If you have questions or need to cancel your registration, please email Ayumi Peek at ayumiohishi@gmail.com.

Online Youth Cultural Exchange (20 Jun 2026)

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Online Youth Cultural Exchange – Participants Needed

Ready to meet new friends from Japan? Join our Online Youth Cultural Exchange and connect with high school students in Fujiyoshida! We’re looking for 10 curious and open‑minded participants (ages 13–22) who want to learn, share, and have fun in an international conversation.

Colorado Springs and Fujiyoshida have been sister cities since 1962, and JASSC is proud to continue supporting this long‑standing relationship through opportunities like this exchange.

Date: Saturday, June 20, 5:00–6:00 pm (MT)
Location: Online
Language: English

Participants ages: 13-22

Limit: 10 participants

Host: Yoshida High School (Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi Japan) Organizer: Naomi Wise (JASSC)

The online meeting link will be sent once the registration is confirmed.

Program Details:

Students from Yoshida High School will share about Japanese culture and their hometown.
The session includes free-conversation time with participants.
The program aims to connect with 10 youth participants , ages 13-22.

If you have any questions, please contact at naomi@japanamerica.org

Conversation Over Cookies (18 Jul 2026)

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:30:00 GMT

Want to practice Japanese with real native speakers?

Bring a dessert or snack to share, and a water bottle to keep your talking muscles hydrated~~ (aka your lips and throat).

Free for members! If you're a member, just log in to enable the free ticket option.

$5 for non-members

Registration is limited to 20 guests.

If you have questions or need to cancel your registration, please email Ayumi Peek at ayumiohishi@gmail.com.

Conversation Over Cookies (01 Aug 2026)

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 19:30:00 GMT

Want to practice Japanese with real native speakers?

Bring a dessert or snack to share, and a water bottle to keep your talking muscles hydrated~~ (aka your lips and throat).

Free for members! If you're a member, just log in to enable the free ticket option.

$5 for non-members

Registration is limited to 20 guests.

If you have questions or need to cancel your registration, please email Ayumi Peek at ayumiohishi@gmail.com.