JSAT National & International Conference 2026

08/09/2026

📢 JSAT 2026: Submission Deadline Extended — Meet Our Keynote Speakers & International Panelists! 🇯🇵🇹🇭

Great news! The submission deadline for the 20th National and 1st International Conference of the Japanese Studies Association of Thailand (JSAT 2026) has been extended to 30 September 2026.

Under the theme “Japan and Global Sustainability: Partnerships for a Shared Future,” JSAT 2026 brings together researchers, academics, students, and practitioners to exchange ideas on Japan, Southeast Asia, and the challenges shaping our shared sustainable future.

📅 New Submission Deadline: 30 September 2026
📅 Conference: 5–6 November 2026
📍 Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai, Thailand
💻 Hybrid Conference

🎙️ Keynote Sessions

Dr. Jin Sato — University of Tokyo
“Preemptive Development: Rethinking Sustainability from Problem-Solving to Problem Prevention”
A critical rethinking of development that asks how sustainability can move beyond responding to problems toward preventing them before they emerge.

Dr. Nagata Kenji — JICA
“Water Security and Sustainable Development: Lessons from Japan’s Experience and International Cooperation”
Exploring how Japan’s experience and international cooperation can inform responses to water security and sustainable development challenges.

🌏 International Panel Session: From Partnership to Practice

“From Partnership to Practice: ASEAN and Country Perspectives on Sustainable Development and Japan’s Engagement in Southeast Asia”

The International Panel brings together scholars from Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Indonesia to explore how regional and country-level partnerships can move from commitment to practice in addressing sustainable development challenges and strengthening Japan–Southeast Asia cooperation.

International Panelists:
• Asst. Prof. Dr. Thanikun Chantra, FHEA — Mae Fah Luang University, Thailand
• Dr. Tang Siew Mun — East Asian International Relations Caucus, Malaysia
• Asst. Prof. Dr. Karl Ian Uy Cheng Chua — University of the Philippines Diliman, Philippines
• Dr. Yulius Purwadi Hermawan — Parahyangan Catholic University (UNPAR), Indonesia

📚 Call for Papers

We welcome submissions across Political Science and Social Sciences; Sociology and Anthropology; Language, Culture and Literature; International Development; Environment, Climate Change and Adaptation; Education; Economics and Business Administration; and other related fields.

🏆 Awards & Opportunities
• 3 Best Papers — Publication opportunity in the JSN Journal with publication fee waived
• 5 Selected Papers — Accommodation support
Awards and support are available for JSAT members only.

🔗 Submit your abstract, full paper, or poster and complete your registration by 30 September 2026.

📧 International Conference: [email protected]
📧 National Conference: [email protected]
🌐 JSAT 2026 Official Website
📘 Facebook: JSATMFU2026

Join us in Chiang Rai this November for two days of research, critical dialogue, and regional exchange—connecting Japan and Southeast Asia and turning partnerships into pathways for a sustainable shared future.

08/09/2026

🇯🇵🇹🇭 JSAT 2026 at Mae Fah Luang University
Join scholars, experts, and practitioners at The 20th National and 1st International Conference of the Japanese Studies Association of Thailand (JSAT) under the theme:
“Japan and Global Sustainability: Partnerships for a Shared Future”
🌏 International Panel Session
“From Partnership to Practice” brings together perspectives from Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Indonesia to discuss ASEAN, sustainable development, and Japan’s engagement in Southeast Asia.
🎙️ Keynote Sessions
Leading experts from Japan will explore two critical dimensions of sustainability:
• Dr. Jin Sato, University of Tokyo — rethinking development through problem prevention, not only problem-solving.
• Dr. Nagata Kenji, JICA — lessons from Japan and international cooperation on water security and sustainable development.
📅 5–6 November 2026
📍 Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai, Thailand
💻 Hybrid Conference
Two days of ideas, dialogue, and regional perspectives on how Japan and Southeast Asia can move from partnership to practical pathways for a sustainable shared future.

17/07/2026

📢 Submission Deadline Extended!

Great news! Due to the enthusiastic response from researchers, academics, and students, the submission deadline for The 20th National and 1st International Conference of the Japanese Studies Association of Thailand (JSAT 2026) has been extended until 15 September 2026.

If you are conducting research related to Japan and Global Sustainability: Partnerships for a Shared Future, there is still time to submit your work and join us at JSAT 2026!

📅 New Submission Deadline: 15 September 2026
📅 Conference Dates: 5–6 November 2026
📍 Venue: Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai, Thailand (Hybrid Conference)

We welcome submissions in a wide range of disciplines, including:
• Political Science and Social Sciences
• Sociology and Anthropology
• Language, Culture, and Literature
• International Development
• Environment, Climate Change, and Adaptation
• Education
• Economics and Business Administration
• Other Related Fields

🏆 Awards & Opportunities
• 3 Best Papers – Publication opportunity in the JSN Journal (publication fee waived)
• 5 Selected Papers – Accommodation support

*Awards and support are available for JSAT members only.*

🔗 Submit your abstract, full paper, or poster and complete your registration before 15 September 2026.

📧 International Conference: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])
🌐 Website: [https://jsat2026.mfu.ac.th](https://jsat2026.mfu.ac.th)
📘 Facebook: JSATMFU2026

We look forward to welcoming researchers, academics, students, and practitioners from around the world to Chiang Rai this November as we explore new perspectives on sustainability, collaboration, and the future of Japan studies together.



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📢 ขยายเวลารับบทความ!

ข่าวดีสำหรับนักวิจัย คณาจารย์ นักศึกษา และผู้สนใจทุกท่าน เนื่องจากได้รับการตอบรับเป็นอย่างดี คณะผู้จัดงานจึงขยายระยะเวลารับผลงานสำหรับ

การประชุมวิชาการสมาคมญี่ปุ่นศึกษาแห่งประเทศไทย ระดับชาติ ครั้งที่ 20 และนานาชาติ ครั้งที่ 1 (JSAT 2026)

ภายใต้หัวข้อ
"ญี่ปุ่นและความยั่งยืนระดับโลก: ความร่วมมือเพื่ออนาคตร่วมกัน"

📅 ขยายเวลาส่งผลงานถึงวันที่ 15 กันยายน 2569
📅 วันจัดการประชุม: 5–6 พฤศจิกายน 2569
📍 สถานที่: มหาวิทยาลัยแม่ฟ้าหลวง จังหวัดเชียงราย (การประชุมแบบไฮบริด)

ขอเชิญส่งผลงานวิชาการในหลากหลายสาขา ได้แก่
• รัฐศาสตร์และสังคมศาสตร์
• สังคมวิทยาและมานุษยวิทยา
• ภาษา วัฒนธรรม และวรรณกรรม
• การพัฒนาระหว่างประเทศ
• สิ่งแวดล้อม การเปลี่ยนแปลงสภาพภูมิอากาศ และการปรับตัว
• การศึกษา
• เศรษฐศาสตร์และบริหารธุรกิจ
• สาขาอื่นที่เกี่ยวข้อง

🏆 รางวัลและการสนับสนุน
• 3 บทความยอดเยี่ยม ได้รับโอกาสตีพิมพ์ในวารสาร JSN โดยได้รับการยกเว้นค่าธรรมเนียมการตีพิมพ์
• 5 ผลงานที่ได้รับการคัดเลือก ได้รับการสนับสนุนค่าที่พัก

*รางวัลและการสนับสนุนสำหรับสมาชิก JSAT เท่านั้น*

🔗 ส่งบทคัดย่อ บทความฉบับสมบูรณ์ หรือโปสเตอร์ พร้อมลงทะเบียนเข้าร่วมการประชุม ภายในวันที่ 15 กันยายน 2569

📧 การประชุมนานาชาติ: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])
🌐 เว็บไซต์: [https://jsat2026.mfu.ac.th](https://jsat2026.mfu.ac.th)
📘 Facebook: JSATMFU2026

แล้วพบกันที่มหาวิทยาลัยแม่ฟ้าหลวง จังหวัดเชียงราย ในเดือนพฤศจิกายนนี้ เพื่อร่วมแลกเปลี่ยนองค์ความรู้ สร้างเครือข่ายความร่วมมือ และร่วมขับเคลื่อนอนาคตของญี่ปุ่นศึกษาและความยั่งยืนไปด้วยกัน

#สมาคมญี่ปุ่นศึกษาแห่งประเทศไทย #ประชุมวิชาการ #ขยายเวลาส่งบทความ

15/05/2026

📢 UPDATED OFFICIAL POSTER RELEASE | JSAT 2026

We are pleased to share the updated official posters for the 20th National and 1st International Conference of the Japanese Studies Association of Thailand (JSAT) 2026, hosted by the School of Social Innovation, Mae Fah Luang University, in collaboration with JSAT and the Japan Foundation.

🌏 Theme:
Japan and Global Sustainability: Partnerships for a Shared Future

📍 Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai, Thailand
📅 5–6 November 2026
💻 Hybrid Conference

The updated version now includes:
✅ Revised registration and submission information
✅ Awards and support details
✅ National and international participation tracks
✅ Key requirements and conference guidelines
✅ Thai and English official versions

We warmly invite scholars, researchers, students, and practitioners from diverse disciplines to join this academic platform for interdisciplinary dialogue and global collaboration.

📌 Submission & Registration Deadline: 31 July 2026
📌 Notification of Acceptance: By 31 August 2026

🏆 Selected papers will be eligible for:
• Publication opportunity in jsn Journal (without publication fee)
• Accommodation support for selected onsite presentations

📩 For inquiries:
National: [email protected]
International: [email protected]

🌐 Website: jsat2026.mfu.ac.th

We look forward to welcoming you to Chiang Rai for JSAT 2026.

08/05/2026

The School of Social Innovation, Mae Fah Luang University, in collaboration with the Japanese Studies Association of Thailand (JSAT), is pleased to officially announce the website launch for:

The 20th JSAT National Conference & The 1st JSAT International Conference 2026
“Japan and Global Sustainability: Partnerships for a Shared Future”

📅 5–6 November 2026
📍 Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai, Thailand (Hybrid Conference)

The conference welcomes scholars, researchers, graduate students, and practitioners from interdisciplinary fields related to Japan studies, sustainability, development, environment, education, culture, and global partnerships.

The official conference website is now available:
🌐 https://jsat2026.mfu.ac.th/

For more inquiries:
Please email us to:
[email protected] (International Conference)
[email protected] (National Conference)

The website includes:
• Conference information
• Submission guidelines
• Registration details
• Important dates
• Presentation formats
• Accommodation information
• Updates and announcements

We warmly invite interested participants to visit the website and prepare submissions for the conference.

Further details regarding keynote speakers, panels, and conference activities will be announced soon.

The 20th National Conference and The 1st International Conferenceof the Japanese Studies Association of Thailand (JSAT) Theme: Japan and Global Sustainability Partnerships for a Shared Future5-6 November 2026Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai, Thailand(Hybrid Conference) ABOUT THE CONFERENCE The J...

30/04/2026

School of Social Innovation, Mae Fah Luang University, with JSAT and Japan Foundation proudly present:

Call for Submission | JSAT 2026
The 20th National and 1st International Conference of the Japanese Studies Association of Thailand (JSAT 2026)

📌 Key Dates:
• Abstract, Poster, and Full Paper submission: Until 31 July 2026
• Notification of acceptance: 31 August 2026
• Registration opens: from 1 September 2026

We invite submissions from scholars, researchers, and practitioners engaged in critical and interdisciplinary inquiry.

📍 Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai (Hybrid Format)
📅 5–6 November 2026

Theme:
Japan and Global Sustainability Partnerships for a Shared Future

📌 Submission Process:
Select the type of presentation:
• Abstract --> submit abstract only
• Full paper --> submit full paper directly
• Poster presentation --> submit poster type directly

JSAT 2026 positions itself as a forum for advancing rigorous scholarship at the intersection of Japan Studies, sustainability, and global partnerships, with particular attention to evolving socio-political, cultural, and environmental transformations across Asia and beyond.

We welcome contributions across, but not limited to:
• Political Science and Social Sciences
• Sociology and Anthropology
• Language, Culture, and Literature
• International Development
• Environment, Climate Change, and Adaptation
• Education and Business Administration

The Japan Foundation provides partial support for the registration fee for selected Full Papers.

Presentations are available in:
• Thai (National Track)
• English or Japanese (International Track)

This conference offers a space for high-quality academic exchange, international collaboration, and publication-oriented engagement within a growing network of Japan and Southeast Asia scholarship.

📩 Contact:
International: [email protected]
National: [email protected]
📢 Follow our page: JSAT National & International Conference 2026

Official Website: jsat2026.mfu.ac.th