Series Webinar Part 3: Free Registration Now Open [Sat, July 25]

Hikari JS Mirai is holding a series of webinars once a month since May, titled "Japanese Language Learning Connected to the Future - Considering from the Support Scene and the Voices of Those Involved."

Through this series, we will consider how Japanese language learning for children with foreign roots connects to their future lives. We will delve into the significance of Japanese language learning and education by touching on specific practical examples and individual experiences.

- Part 1: "Society Broadens Through Japanese Language Education" - Part 2: "Diverse Support from Infancy to Adulthood"

For the third session, we are pleased to welcome Suemi Sugimoto from the University of Tsukuba Graduate School as our speaker.

Ms. Sugimoto will share her experiences as a person with foreign roots, reflecting on her feelings during Japanese language learning and school life, her career path, and the reasons she decided to pursue research.

She will also discuss how she wants to use her experiences to benefit the next generation, and the challenges and possibilities visible only to someone who has been through it.

This will be a valuable opportunity for anyone involved in supporting children with foreign roots, as well as those interested in education and multicultural coexistence, to find hints for thinking about the "future" of children.

● Date & Time: Japan Standard Time, July 25, 2026 (Sat) 20:30-21:30 (Zoom entry from 20:25)

● Participation Fee: Free *The webinar itself is free. If you wish to make a donation, please select the donation amount when registering.

● Venue: Online (Zoom) *If you wish to view the archived stream at a later date, we will inform you of the viewing method within one day after the webinar.

● Registration: https://hikarijsmirai202607.peatix.com

● Speaker Introduction

Suemi Sugimoto

Born in Peru. Came to Japan with her parents in the second grade of elementary school. Received her education in Japan and worked for a general company after graduating from university. However, driven by a desire to research and contribute to society regarding children with roots similar to her own, she entered graduate school. She is currently enrolled in the University of Tsukuba Graduate School as a Japan Foundation Nikkei Scholarship student.