WMU Japanese Program

From Japan to new opportunities worldwide!
“I'm really glad I came to the United States to learn English and gain new experiences.” — Momoka Ichikawa

Attention F-1 visa students! 🌟

You may already know that your spouse can join you in the United States on an F-2 dependent visa, but did you know that they can also study English at Western Michigan University at a discounted tuition rate? If you have a spouse who is interested in this opportunity, reach out to our Center for English Language and Culture (CELCIS) team!

“I really recommend that everyone come to the United States to learn English, gain new experiences and see the world... My life totally changed because of CELCIS. I have a lot of opportunities now because I know English.” —Momoka Ichikawa, CELCIS alumna from Japan

Contact us:
[email protected]
+1 (269) 387-4800

Lee Honors College WMU Study Abroad & Global Engagement

The Consulate General of Japan in Detroit is currently seeking a full-time staff member to join our Consular section, starting in August 2026.

If you are interested in applying, please review more details in the attached job posting and send your application to [email protected]. The application deadline is Tuesday, August 4, 2026.

Our #8 thing we love about WMU is our amazing Study Abroad program. With over 80 programs, all with unique destinations, durations and academic backgrounds, every Bronco has the opportunity to expand their horizons and take their education international!

To explore more about WMU's Study Abroad programs visit wmich. edu/studyabroad

WMU Soga Japan Center will host a virtual Japanese Children's Day program with Michigan 4-H on May 5. You will be learning about the Japanese celebration, food, origami, Japanese language, and more! This will be held Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 6-7PM (Eastern Time)
Please register to get Zoom ID and password: https://forms.gle/c2TtYnuVCoBm2rM1A
This program is free, and non-4-H members are welcome.

A wonderful event—thank you to everyone who joined us on this snowy day.

Japan Twang! 🎶✨
Experience the electrifying sound of Tsugaru-jamisen with Sato Michiyoshi—a modern, improvisatory Japanese music style performed on the shamisen. Translation and commentary will be provided during this hour-long concert.

📅 Thursday, January 22 | 5 p.m. (Doors open at 4:30 p.m.)
📍 Connable Recital Hall, Light Fine Arts Building, Kalamazoo College
🎟 Free & open to the public | Parking available

Hosted by WMU’s Haenicke Institute for Global Education’s Soga Japan Center in collaboration with Kalamazoo College.

🔗 More info: https://wmich.edu/global/events/japan-twang-concert