Applications for the 2022 JET Programme are now open! Find out more about the JET Programme and check out testimonials from past JET alumni from our web page HERE: Head to the Embassy of Japan website for application forms and further information. … [Read more...]
AGM Sundowner 2021
The time of year has come to form the new committee for the JET Alumni Association of WA. All JETAAWA Members are invited to join the committee for our AGM Sundowner on Sunday 7 February 2021. If you haven't received the AGM Notice email with all the relevant information, please get in touch (but do check your junk mail first!). Come down to connect with past JETs … [Read more...]
Taiko On presents ONSEN at Fringe World 2021
Taiko On presents ONSEN at Fringe World Welcome to the Onsen [soundbath]A World Premiere at Fringe World25th - 31st January, 6.15pm Immerse yourself in the sonic warmth of the world’s deepest and most resonant musical instruments. Submerge in sound and feel the bodily reverberation as fluid morphing soundscapes wash through you. Inspired by the penetrating relaxation … [Read more...]
Hanami 2020
On Sunday 8 November JETAWAA members and friends sat under the beautiful jacaranda trees in Hyde Park and enjoyed Taiko Drumming and Hula performances among the gorgeous purple blossoms. … [Read more...]
Japan Careers Seminar 2019
Japan Careers Seminar 2019 is coming up. This year's seminar date is Saturday, 14th September 2019. Time is from 6:30pm-8:30pm. FREE ENTRY – please register at rsvp.jetaawa.com This year the Japan Careers Seminar is being held at Woolnough Lecture Theatre (in the Geology & Geography Building) at the University of Western Australia. Closest parking is next to the Lawrence … [Read more...]
Winter Matsuri 2018
Winter Matsuri 2018 Swan Valley Wine Tour 9am – 3:30pm, Saturday, July 21st 2018 Enjoy a day of merriment in Swan Valley! Depart from Guildford Station and head into Swan Valley to sample some of the region's renowned wines. Join us as we visit Olive Farm, Rustique, and Edgecombe Brothers for wine tastings. A visit to the House of Honey for sweet treats and mead. Lunch at … [Read more...]
Japan Careers Seminar 2018
Japan Careers Seminar 2018 is coming up. This year's seminar date is Thursday, 16th August 2018. Time is from 6:30pm-8:30pm. FREE ENTRY – please register at rsvp.jetaawa.com This year the Japan Careers Seminar is being held at Woolnough Lecture Theatre (in the Geology & Geography Building) at the University of Western Australia. Closest parking is next to the Lawrence … [Read more...]
Quiz Night 2018
Don’t miss out on the JETAAWA Quiz Night on Wednesday, 9th May 2018 at Rosie O'Grady's in Northbridge! This is one of our most popular events, with high-value and quality prizes galore and good times to be had. All proceeds will be donated to charity. Tickets are limited! Available from quiz.jetaawa.com Tickets can also be purchased at the door for $20. For more … [Read more...]
Hanami Picnic 2017
Join JETAAWA for our annual Hanami Picnic at Hyde Park! Light food provided, so please bring a plate to share. BYO drinks - alcohol permitted. There will be Japanese cultural activities and games throughout the day so join in the fun! Also, please come in Japan-related dress if you can! Entry is FREE, so bring your family and friends along and join our picnic … [Read more...]
Japan Careers Seminar 2017
Japan Careers Seminar 2017 is coming up. This year's seminar date is Thursday, 18 September 2017. Time is from 6:30pm-9:00pm. FREE ENTRY – please register at rsvp.jetaawa.com This year the Japan Careers Seminar is being held at Woolnough Lecture Theatre (in the Geology & Geography Building) at the University of Western Australia. Closest parking is next to the … [Read more...]
Winter Matsuri 2017
Winter Matsuri 2017 Swan Valley Wine Tour 8:45am – 5pm, Saturday, July 15th 2017 Enjoy a day of merriment in Swan Valley! Depart from Guildford Station and head into Swan Valley to sample some of the region's renowned wines. Join us as we visit Olive Farm, Henley Park, and Edgecombe Brothers for wine tastings. Lunch at Duckstein Brewery, and tasty treats at Mondo Nougat, … [Read more...]
Packing for Japan: What to bring and what not to bring (by Natasha Sjahrir)
Firstly, congratulations guys! Well done for acing your interview and writing a killer application essay. Now you’re about to jet off to Japan, and maybe you’re freaking out about your placement (assuming you even know where it is) or feeling overwhelmed at your pile of ‘things you want to bring but it doesn’t really seem feasible’ (guys: you don’t need fifty billion suits, … [Read more...]
If I could have my time on JET again . . .
With the 2016 WA JETs soon to begin an exciting new chapter of their lives, JETAAWA committee members share their greatest JET regrets. If I had my time again, I'd join a club as soon as possible! Being part of the baseball club kept me sane when I started getting home-sick. (Caitlin Cleghorn) … [Read more...]
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