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Australia Japan Society - Qld Inc
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Enewsletter- February 2026
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AJS Evening at Paper Boat Press Gallery
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Paper boat press welcomes members and friends of the AJS-QLD to an exclusive evening of art, nibbles and discounts.
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Join us for a glass of bubbles and a bite of sushi and 10% off everything in store, including some very special pieces from artists and makers in Japan.
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6-8 pm | 60 Ahsgrove Crescent, Ashgrove | free …
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GenreCon 2026: Inkling
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Are you interested in Manga? It's history and how it's created.
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In 2026, Manga artist, Professor belne from Kaishi Professional University in Niigata, will be appearing at Queensland Writers Centre's GenreCon conference.
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Over three days from 20-22 February, belne will be the keynote speaker, deliver workshops, and take part in panel discussions. GenreCon is an intimate conference …
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Dr Fujiko Chamberlain (OAM) Education Award Announced at AJS-QLD Bonenkai
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Congratulations to Hilda Hoi Ying Tang from the University of Queensland and Caitlin Ellery from Griffith University, recipients of the AJS-QLD’s annual Dr Fujiko Chamberlain (OAM) Education Award, for achievement in Japanese language studies in 2025.
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The awards were announced at the Society’s end of year Bonenkai on 20 November 2025.
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Hilda and Caitlin, the 17th and 18th recipients of the award, …
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Reflections on working at the Australian Pavilion at EXPO 2025 Osaka - Julie Yamamoto
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Three Committee members of AJS-QLD, Julie Yamamoto, Shannon Whiley, and Lawson Dibb worked throughout EXPO 2025 Osaka at the Australian Pavilion and have provided their reflections on their once in a lifetime experience.
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I was fortunate to be a part of TEAM AUSTRALIA for the 2025 Expo in Osaka, Japan. It was a once in a career opportunity …
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Reflections on working at the Australian Pavilion at EXPO 2025 Osaka - Lawson Dibb
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Working at the Australian Pavilion was an absolute highlight of my career.
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For some visitors, it was a nostalgic reminder of a past trip to Australia; for many others, it was their very first encounter with what Australia has to offer—the breathtaking nature, unique wildlife, iconic sights, vibrant colours, lively culture, and, of course, the amazing food and drinks.
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Pikachu and pals go wild: Pokémon theme park opens in Tokyo
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In Japan, February is normally a period of quiet reflection, a month defined by winter festivals in Sapporo’s snowy mountains and staving off the cold in steaming hot springs.
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Traditionally, international tourists start to arrive with the blossoms in spring – but thanks to the opening of Pokémon’s first ever amusement park on 5 February, this year, they …
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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 at the end of the first week in every 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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