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Upcoming Events

  • Onigiri Night with TABLE FOR TWO

    October 29, 2026

    5-7 PM

    Onigiri Action is a charitable activity run by TABLE FOR TWO .

    Join us on campus to make and eat onigiri with Showa Boston students; photos posted from the event will help us donate to TABLE FOR TWO's Onigiri Action campaign.

    Space is limited.

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  • Showa Talks: Guest Professor Aya Goto

    November 4, 2026

    5-6 PM

    Rainbow Hall, Showa Boston

    Bridging Global & Local Maternal & Child Health

    Join us for a special talk with Dr. Aya Goto of Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health as she shares insights from her work connecting communities in Japan and around the world through maternal and child health research and education.

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  • Friendsgiving with Showa Boston Students

    November 19, 2026

    5:30-7:30 PM

    Join Friendsgiving at Showa Boston for a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with all the fixings!

    Share in the spirit of gratitude, enjoy delicious food, and exchange cultural traditions with our students for a memorable celebration of friendship and community.

    Space is limited.

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News & Updates

On October 8, we were thrilled to welcome over 60 students from @bostonu, @umassboston, @wellesleycollege, @northeastern, @simmonsuniversity, @bunkerhillcc, @emmanuelcollege, @massart, and @wentworthinst, for our first Japan College Night! The visi
On October 8, we were thrilled to welcome over 60 students from @bostonu, @umassboston, @wellesleycollege, @northeastern, @simmonsuniversity, @bunkerhillcc, @emmanuelcollege, @massart, and @wentworthinst, for our first Japan College Night! The visiting college students joined around 100 of our students for a Japanese dinner and conversation, followed by a reception. Students shared their interests and experiences relating to Japan and the U.S., ranging from college life, food, music, anime, and other topics. We look forward to hosting more Japan College Nights in the future to promote cultural exchange, build peer relationships, and strengthen connections across campuses. Thank you to everyone who attended and represented their schools! #ShowaBoston#StudentConnects#StudyAbroad#JapanUS#BostonColleges
We were happy to welcome students from CityLab Charter School in Revere to Showa Boston for two recent visits as part of our long-standing partnership. Through classroom exchanges, conversation, and lunch together, students had a great opportunity to
We were happy to welcome students from CityLab Charter School in Revere to Showa Boston for two recent visits as part of our long-standing partnership. Through classroom exchanges, conversation, and lunch together, students had a great opportunity to connect, learn from one another, and build new friendships. We look forward to continuing this wonderful partnership! #StudyAbroad#ESL#CulturalExchange#Classexchange
Last month, it was our honor to feature Masaaki Maeda, Executive Director of the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of New York, Inc., and former President and CEO of NTT Docomo USA, Inc., as a speaker for our Bunka Koza. In his seminar titl
Last month, it was our honor to feature Masaaki Maeda, Executive Director of the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of New York, Inc., and former President and CEO of NTT Docomo USA, Inc., as a speaker for our Bunka Koza. In his seminar titled, “25 Years in America: What I Learned about Business, People, and Japan,” he spoke of his time as an MBA candidate at MIT’s Sloan School of Management, building business in the U.S., importance of learning from failures, differences in corporate meetings in Japan and the U.S., and Japanese business community in New York City. The event was attended by over 60 students, and led to a lively discussion. Thank you, Maeda-san, and we look forward very much to the next opportunity for collaboration. #ShowaBoston #ESL #JapaneseChamberOfCommerce#JapanUSRelations #BusinessLeadership #CrossCulturalLearning #StudyAbroad
Showa Boston Institute is pleased to congratulate Dr. Bruce Stronach, our past president, on receiving the Foreign Minister’s Commendation for FY2026. The commendation recognizes his contributions to promoting mutual understanding between Japa
Showa Boston Institute is pleased to congratulate Dr. Bruce Stronach, our past president, on receiving the Foreign Minister’s Commendation for FY2026. The commendation recognizes his contributions to promoting mutual understanding between Japan and the United States through his work in international education and his long-standing involvement with the Japan Network for International Education (JAFSA). We are proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition and grateful for Dr. Stronach’s years of commitment to strengthening connections between Japan and the United States. #ShowaBoston #ForeignMinistersCommendation #JapanUSRelations #InternationalEducation #JAFSA #CulturalExchange #ConsulateGeneralofJapaninBoston
On October 8, we were thrilled to welcome over 60 students from @bostonu, @umassboston, @wellesleycollege, @northeastern, @simmonsuniversity, @bunkerhillcc, @emmanuelcollege, @massart, and @wentworthinst, for our first Japan College Night! The visi We were happy to welcome students from CityLab Charter School in Revere to Showa Boston for two recent visits as part of our long-standing partnership. Through classroom exchanges, conversation, and lunch together, students had a great opportunity to Last month, it was our honor to feature Masaaki Maeda, Executive Director of the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of New York, Inc., and former President and CEO of NTT Docomo USA, Inc., as a speaker for our Bunka Koza. In his seminar titl Showa Boston Institute is pleased to congratulate Dr. Bruce Stronach, our past president, on receiving the Foreign Minister’s Commendation for FY2026. The commendation recognizes his contributions to promoting mutual understanding between Japa

Opportunities on Campus

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    Community Programs

    Join the Showa Boston community by applying for one of our programs.

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    Learn Japanese From Spring 2027

    Whether you’re planning for your next trip or looking to obtain professional proficiency, we’re here to help you achieve your Japanese learning goals.

    LEARN ABOUT OUR OFFERINGS

  • College Connection Program

    The College Connection Program pairs Showa Boston students with Boston-area college students for informal cultural exchange, shared campus experiences, and meaningful connections across cultures.

    CC APPLICATION FORM

  • Showa Friendship Circle

    The Showa Friendship Circle connects Showa Boston students with local individuals and families for cultural exchange, conversation, shared activities, and lasting friendships.

    SFC APPLICATION FORM

Welcome to the Study Abroad Campus of

Showa Women’s University

Showa Boston Institute plays a vital role in fostering Japanese-American cultural and educational exchange in the city of Boston. Established in 1988 by Showa Women’s University in Tokyo, it serves as a study-abroad campus for Japanese students from elementary school to university. The institute offers an English-language curriculum and immersive access to American culture through partnerships with local schools, universities, non-profit organizations, and businesses.

Showa Boston also provides a platform for the people of Boston and beyond to connect with Japanese language, culture, and society by offering workshops, cultural events, language classes, and exchange programs.

Whether your goal is to build Japanese language proficiency or grow more culturally connected with Japan, Showa Boston offers unique opportunities for the local community to establish deep person-to-person relationships with Japanese students. We welcome you to join the Showa Boston community.  

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Showa Boston’s campus is located in the Moss Hill neighborhood of Jamaica Plain, steps from Boston’s border with Brookline.

Fostering intercultural exchange is at the core of our mission. As the largest population of Japanese students in New England, our students begin learning from the moment they arrive in Boston how to engage meaningfully with the local community and make a lasting impact.

Alongside our individualized programs, we partner with organizations and businesses in both the U.S. and Japan. Explore ways to get involved, or discover more about Showa Boston’s unique story.

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What People Are Saying

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“Great school, I've been studying Japanese for 1 year with them (2 semesters) and just signed up for the next one. Teachers are very professional. This school is the best in Boston for Japanese language learners.”

— Maria

“The Showa College Connection Program is the most fun I’ve had at college, and working with the girls has been an absolute pleasure…This program has truly sparked my already deep interest in Japanese culture and the nation itself.”

— Donnovan

“The campus itself is lovely and there is lots of free parking, which is helpful if you are visiting for class, [Showa Friendship Circle], or any of the many festivals the university hosts throughout the year. If you like Japan and Japanese culture, want to learn Japanese, or meet Japanese friends, this is a great place to get involved.”

— Christina

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