Japanese Student Association at UIUC

Japanese Student Association at UIUC Bringing UIUC students interested in Japanese culture and language together!

A big thank you to everyone who came to our first JSA board bonding of the semester! πŸ‘«β­οΈWe had a lot of fun apple pickin...
09/30/2025

A big thank you to everyone who came to our first JSA board bonding of the semester! πŸ‘«β­οΈ

We had a lot of fun apple picking and hope you can join us for the next one! 🍎🍁

Stay tuned for October! πŸŽƒπŸ‘»

09/30/2025
Come by our JSA Food Pop-Up at Anniversary Plaza from 1–5PM and grab some fresh, delicious takoyaki! πŸ΄πŸ™See you there!
09/22/2025

Come by our JSA Food Pop-Up at Anniversary Plaza from 1–5PM and grab some fresh, delicious takoyaki! πŸ΄πŸ™
See you there!

✨ JSA Membership is now open! ✨🎟️ $15 per semester | $20 for the yearπŸ“ Pick up your membership card tomorrow (1–7:30 PM)...
09/18/2025

✨ JSA Membership is now open! ✨
🎟️ $15 per semester | $20 for the year
πŸ“ Pick up your membership card tomorrow (1–7:30 PM) at the Illini Union basement
πŸ’³ Payment methods: Zelle, Venmo, or cash accepted!

Don’t miss out on discounts, free food nights, and more πŸŽ‰
MEMBERSHIP FORM ON LINKTREE IN BIO

Welcome to the JSA Bakery! 🍰πŸͺStop by this Thursday to purchase tasty desserts! πŸ˜‹πŸ—“οΈ: Thursday, September 18th⏰: 12-4 PMπŸ“:...
09/17/2025

Welcome to the JSA Bakery! 🍰πŸͺ

Stop by this Thursday to purchase tasty desserts! πŸ˜‹

πŸ—“οΈ: Thursday, September 18th
⏰: 12-4 PM
πŸ“: Main Quad

We hope you stop by! 🀩

🎨✨ Calling all future Bigs & Littles! ✨🎨Ready to meet your future fam? πŸ’ŒπŸ‘˜ Come join JSA for our Big-Little Kickoff No. 1...
09/16/2025

🎨✨ Calling all future Bigs & Littles! ✨🎨

Ready to meet your future fam? πŸ’ŒπŸ‘˜ Come join JSA for our Big-Little Kickoff No. 1: Speed Friending & Painting Night! πŸŽ­πŸŽ¨πŸ’•

πŸ—“οΈ: Saturday, September 20th
⏰: 4-6 PM
πŸ“: AACC (Asian American Cultural Center)

Whether you’re looking for a Big (senpai) πŸ§‘β€πŸ« or a Little (kouhai) πŸ‘―β€β™‚οΈ, this is your chance to vibe, create, and connect with amazing people who might just become your future fam line πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦πŸ’«

⚠️REMINDER⚠️: Please note that the Big-Little system is for MEMBERS ONLY! If you have not bought a membership, you will NOT be able to participate.

Are you looking for more ways to get involved in JSA? Sign up for a committee today! Whether it’s cultural πŸ‘πŸ‘˜, athletics...
09/16/2025

Are you looking for more ways to get involved in JSA? Sign up for a committee today!

Whether it’s cultural πŸ‘πŸ‘˜, athletics πŸ₯‹βš½οΈ, media πŸ“ΈπŸŽ₯, or JCT πŸ‘«πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅, scan the QR code to apply now!

Applications are due Wednesday, September 19th!! πŸ“

Are you looking for more ways to get involved in JSA? Sign up for a committee today! Whether it’s cultural πŸ‘πŸ‘˜, athletics...
09/12/2025

Are you looking for more ways to get involved in JSA? Sign up for a committee today!

Whether it’s cultural πŸ‘πŸ‘˜, athletics πŸ₯‹βš½οΈ, media πŸ“ΈπŸŽ₯, or JCT πŸ‘«πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅, scan the QR code to apply now!

JCT Food Night  #1 "Summer" edition: Hiyashi Chuka 🍜🌞🌴🌺✨LocationπŸ“: AACC (1210 W Nevada St)Date/Time: September 14th (Sun...
09/07/2025

JCT Food Night #1 "Summer" edition: Hiyashi Chuka 🍜🌞🌴🌺✨
LocationπŸ“: AACC (1210 W Nevada St)
Date/Time: September 14th (Sun) 6-8pm

Not feeling hungry after being sick πŸ€’? Burnt out from so much homework 😩? Or just feeling too lazy to make dinner 🍳? Then THIS IS FOR YOUUUU.

Hiyashi Chuka is a nutritious chilled noodle dish with a tangy flavor that helps combat summer fatigue🍜!

Come join us next Sunday, 9/14 at the AACC from 6-8 p.m.! We have limited servings, so be sure to be there early (first come first served) πŸ”₯πŸ”₯. Hope to see you all there!!

Our first JCT is at Union Basement @6-7:30pm tomorrow Friday 9/5!! Come chill and hang out with JSA board members and JS...
09/04/2025

Our first JCT is at Union Basement @6-7:30pm tomorrow Friday 9/5!! Come chill and hang out with JSA board members and JSA friends!!

We got activities ready for you: uno, Japanese card game, origami, Japanese worksheets and coloring sheets, karaoke mic !! (All activities are optional!)

Learn about Hiragana characters and how to fold origami cranes!!

Bring your friends and feel free to bring your own colored pen/pencils! Love to see you all thereπŸ”₯

Meet Gwyneth Puntratanamongkol – JSA’s President! 🌸✨Gwen guides our vision for the year, making sure every project, even...
09/04/2025

Meet Gwyneth Puntratanamongkol – JSA’s President! 🌸✨

Gwen guides our vision for the year, making sure every project, event, and idea reflects the welcoming spirit of JSA. 🎌 Whether it’s leading meetings, collaborating with other orgs, or cheering on every committee, she’s all about helping our community thrive.

She’s a senior from Bangkok, Thailand majoring in Bioengineering πŸ”¬ β€” and fun fact: walking isn’t exactly her favorite activity 🚷

Meet Ange Chang – JSA’s Vice President! 🐟✨Ange helps lead JSA by planning events, supporting our committees, and making ...
09/04/2025

Meet Ange Chang – JSA’s Vice President! 🐟✨

Ange helps lead JSA by planning events, supporting our committees, and making sure everything we do is fun, welcoming, and unforgettable. From big cultural festivals to casual hangouts, she’s all about building community and making JSA a place for everyone!

She’s a junior from Palatine, IL majoring in Advertising πŸ“’ β€” and fun fact: she’s a cat person, even though she’s highly allergic

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