Hello all and welcome back to another year at Oxford. The committee has been busy over the last few months ensuring that we have a packed term card for all to enjoy this term. First of all we have our freshers' drinks event at the Stapeldon Room in Exeter College this Friday (19:30-22:30).  Why not come along, grab yourself a free drink and find out what the society has to offer this term. We'll have membership forms at the event but if you'd prefer, please feel free to download, print, fill in, and bring the membership application form with you. Current members and anyone who registered their interest in OUJS at the freshers' fair are welcome to come along!

Please check the term card which includes details of our film nights, karaoke events, Edamame trip, cocktail party and of course the Japanese language lessons. Our Facebook group can be found here.

I look forward to meeting everyone at the Freshers' Drinks event.

Mark

OUJS President.

This coming Tuesday we will be holding the OUJS Annual General Meeting and Elections. This is an important event for all members, as it is where the current committee report back on the previous year and is also an opportunity to elect the next committee of the society. Running for a position is a great way to become more involved in the society and have a say in how the society is run, as well as how events are organised.

If you are interested in running for the committee, please email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it indicating the position you wish to contest (see our committee page for available positions).

Immediately after elections, we will be showing Studio Ghibli's latest film 崖の上のポニョ (Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea). This is a wonderful, light hearted film from the director of Spirited Away which took Japan by storm on its release last summer. So even if you don't feel like running, come along, if you're a member use your vote, then sit back and enjoy the latest masterpiece from the legendary Hayao Miyazaki! The perfect way to take a break from all that revision! The film will be in Japanese with English subtitles.

Where: Oriel College (Harris Lecture Theatre)
When: Tuesday 4th Week (19th May), 7:00pm
Price: FREE for members, £2 for non-members (only members can vote)

This weekend sees us kick off our biggest event of the year, in the form of our annual Japan Matsuri Festival. This will be three action-packed days of events, comprising an eclectic mix of Japanese food, culture and entertainment, both traditional and modern.

We'll be kicking off the festivities this Friday with a karaoke party down at AT Box, and will be hosting a range of cultural and artistic events over the following days designed to showcase the best of Japan and Japanese Culture. Entry to all events, aside from the karaoke, will be free for society members and non-members alike - so why don't you join us for a weekend of celebration, Japanese style! Click on 'read more' for full details of the Festival programme.