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Australia Japan Society - Qld Inc
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Enewsletter- September 2026
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Queensland Japan Sports Diplomacy
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The sporting ties between Queensland and the Kansai region The Australia-Japan Society (Queensland), Inc. is proud to host the Queensland Japan Sports Diplomacy Initiative at the Brisbane office of Clayton Utz on the evening of Wednesday 16 September.
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The focus of the upcoming event will be the sporting ties between Queensland and the Kansai region in Japan. …
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Member Profile - Yumiko (Kinyu) Kigoshi
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Yumiko Kigoshi was born in Gujo Hachiman, Gifu Prefecture, Japan.
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As well as completing formal art schooling, Yumiko studied art from the age of ten and later attended university where she gained a degree in home economics before leaving Japan. Yumiko has been an Australian resident for more than forty-six years. In addition to her studies in both Sumi-E (Japanese …
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Event - An Evening in a Japanese Garden
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'An Evening in a Japanese Garden’, one of AJS-QLD’s most popular events, is on again.
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Join us for an evening of traditional Japanese culture including Koto,Taiko and Japanese dance performances in the beautiful Japanese Garden, Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens.
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This event is always a sellout ,so book early to avoid missing out.
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Tickets go on sale in October.
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Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) - December
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6th December 2026 ( Gold Coast)
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The Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) is largest-scale Japanese language test in the world.
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Since 1984, the Japan Foundation and Japan Educational Exchanges and Services have continued to offer the JLPT as a reliable means of evaluating the Japanese proficiency of non-native speakers.
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The JLPT is widely recognised across corporate and government sectors as a …
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2026 34th Iaido Championships and Seminar
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The Australian Kendo Renmei and the Iaido board are pleased to advise that the 34th Australian Iaidō Seminar and Championships will be held on the Sunshine Coast.
Iaido is a martial art centered on the precise and controlled movement of drawing a sword from its scabbard, striking an opponent, clearing the blade, and re-sheathing it.
Practiced solo against imaginary enemies, it …
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Australian Shakuhachi Festival 2026
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3rd-6th Sept 2026
ASF26 is an intensive gathering for shakuhachi players of all levels - from absolute beginner to advanced.
Across four days, you'll take part in concerts, group workshops, and individual tuition with leading performers from Japan and Australia.
The festival will be held at Maroochy Waterfront Conference Centre on the Sunshine Coast , with accommodation and meals, practice …
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Matsuri Brisbane
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5th September 2026 | presented by Brisbane Seinendan
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Matsuri Brisbane 2026 brings together traditional music, mouth-watering street food, exciting performances, and unforgettable cultural experiences - all live.
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It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with the community, make new friends, and immerse yourself in the beauty, energy, and spirit of Japan.
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With an expected attendance of 30,000+ visitors, …
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Japan Update 2026 – By Australia-Japan Research Centre
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9th Sept 26 | in-person and live streamed on Vimeo
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The Australia-Japan Research Centre and the ANU Japan Institute are holding the Japan Update 2026 on Wednesday 9th September from 9am to 4.45pm.
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The Update brings together leading experts to explore critical developments shaping Japan’s future.
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Take advantage of the opportunity to connect with others interested in …
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Abbey History Festival
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Celebrate 40 years of the Abbey Museum of Art and Archaeology with a Journey Through the Ages at the Abbey History Festival at Abbeystowe.
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Presented by the award-winning team behind the Abbey Medieval Festival, this immersive weekend experience brings history to life from Ancient Rome to the 20th Century through reenactments, workshops, performances, music, lectures, markets, and …
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Annual General Meeting - 24 September 2026
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The 54th Annual General Meeting of the AJS Qld will be held in the meeting room, Clayton Utz, 28th Floor, Riparian Plaza, 71 Eagle St, Brisbane on Thu 24th Sep at 5:15PM for 5:30PM.
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Documents relating to the AGM - including the Advice of Attendance form - are available for download.
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Annual Subscription Invoices
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AJS-QLD Annual Subscription notices have been sent by email to all members during August.
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The Society looks forward to your continued support.
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Do you have something you'd like to share with AJS members?
Perhaps a travel story, article, Japan-related book or movie review, recipe or photograph. We always welcome any suggestions from members. Please send your contributions to Go-Nichi to the following email address: newsletter@austjpnsoc.asn.au
The AJS e-newsletter is sent to members each month.
GPO Box 2036 | Brisbane | Qld | 4001
execsec@austjpnsoc.asn.au
Chancellor: Her Excellency, The Governor of Queensland
Patron: The Consul-General of Japan, Queensland
Committee
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Immediate Past President - Margaret Rackemann
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Vice President- Sara Jane Seery
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Honorary Secretary - Leonie Kawamoto
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Treasurer - Stephen Abbott
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Andrew Hay (Past President)
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Ross McConachie (Past President)
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Ross Humphreys (Past President)
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Shannon Whiley
Lawson Dibb
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