HAJET Meetings and Parties
We’ve got lots of events, projects, and fun going on here in Hokkaido! Below is a list of upcoming events, as well as an archive of recent events and projects.
Upcoming Events
HAJET Northern Welcome Party: Saturday, Aug. 30th through Sunday, Aug. 31stShosanbetsu Camp Grounds
Welcome to the North Hokkaido Region—a place to satisfy the soul with an abundance of adventure, leisure and pleasure activities for all. To celebrate, we’re having a bit of a party. Doko: Shosanbetsu Camp ground on Route 232, Approx 1 hour north of Rumoi, Approx 2 hours south of Wakkanai. Nani Suru: Camping (BYO tent), BBQing, Socializing & Boozing Nani Taberu: Yaki Soba (veggie), Jingis Kahn, Hamburgers, Tofu Burgers & salads Nani Nomu: B.Y.O. Contact: Wayne Bennison Email Address: tekuta2001 |at| hotmail.com Mobile Phone: 080-6074-2083 Download more detailed directions and event information here. |
AJET Central Welcome Party: Saturday, Sept. 6th through Sunday, Sept. 7thLake Shikotsu Morappu Camp Grounds
Come one, come all! The party will be held at the beautiful Lake Shikotsu, (Shikotsuko) Morappu Camp-jo. Located on the southeast (mostly east) coast of the lake, there are plenty of activities to enjoy: hiking, swimming, canoeing, paddle-boating, or visiting onsens. There will be flag football, soccer ball, and Frisbee. Please feel free to bring along any games you would like to play! From Capture the Flag to King of the Cup to Poker; it’s your party! Of course, there will be a BBQ featuring meat and vegetarian-friendly foods…details forthcoming. So, come on down and enjoy the festivities, food, and camaraderie with your fellow JETs. Contact: Ryan Beatty Email Address: rebeaty |at| gmail.com Mobile Phone: 080-5598-5176 Download more detailed directions and event information here. |
HAJET Eastern Welcome Party: Saturday, Sept. 13th through Sunday, Sept. 14thNakashibetsu
The Eastern Welcome Party is finding a new home this year in the lovely Nakashibetsu. We’ve got plans for a bonfire, trail hikes lead by fellow English teachers, Japanese cultural workshops taught by genki locals (topics are still being discussed…at the time of printing, Yosakoi, woodblock painting, and taiko drumming are all being discussed), and the traditional Saturday-night BBQ. There are also two Park Golf courses within walking distance of the campsite, so come show of your skills! Both lodges and tents are available for this three-day weekend event! Contact: Andy Vu Email Address: ajvu926 |at| gmail.com Mobile Phone: 080-5585-2900 More detailed directions and event information will be available soon. |
HAJET Southwestern Welcome Party: Saturday, Sept. 20th through Sunday, Sept. 21stShakotan
Come enjoy this truly wonderful and unique part of our gorgeous Island. Whether you want to relax or adventure, there is something for everyone: bush walking, mountain climbing, swimming, scuba diving, fishing, snorkeling, onsening, glass-bottomed boat tours, sea kayaking, shopping at the local market and (of course) eating the local delicacies. Come and join our vegan/vegetarian and meat eater-friendly BBQ on Saturday night!! We will be camping, but there are some small youth hostels or hotels around for those who prefer. Shakotan (to the west of Sapporo) is easily accessible by car. For those requiring public transport, there are trains as far as Yoichi and buses from there. http://www.kanko-shakotan.jp/eng/index.html Contact: Bryony Dunlop Email Address: southwestrep |at| gmail.com Mobile Phone: 090-6449-3024 More detailed directions and event information will be available soon. |
HAJET Sapporo City Welcome Party: Saturday, Sept. 27thMona Minami Park
You’ll no doubt pass though Sapporo City a few times during your stay in Hokkaido, so why not get to know some of the JETs who live here? Rather than camping (because it’s a big city), we’ll be hosting a BBQ event down by the lovely Toyohira River. There will be lots of food available for vegetarians, vegans and non-vegetarians alike. This year’s food theme is: Indian. We’ll offer yummy foods from the subcontinent, such as veggie curries, chutney and chapatis– alongside typical BBQ fare like yaki-niku, yaki-onigiri, yaki-soba and grilled veggie kebobs. Afterwards, we’ll be heading out for a night on the town! Contact: Michael Snyder Email Address: ms7276 |at| hotmail.com Mobile Phone: 080-3267-9287 Download more detailed directions and event information here. |
Events Archive
If you’re interested in past HAJET Events, look no further! When available, we’ve included a follow-up report so that you can read about the event and see whatever photos were taken! If you want to plan an event of your own and would like to contact someone who organized one of these events, please let us know and we’ll be happy to put you in touch with the right people.
Iwamizawa International Mini-Festival: Saturday, June 21stIwamizawa Higashiyama Koen, 12-4 p.m.
With one of the highest concentrations of JETs in Hokkaido, the Iwamizawa JETs, along with their families and friends, are organizing this year’s Iwamizawa International Mini-Festival. This event, in its 2nd year, fosters awareness of Iwamizawa’s cultural diversity. More than 10 displays exhibit some of the various cultures represented within the local community. The highlight is trying out the many activities connected to each display. You can have a go at playing Aussie cricket, toss a gumboot Kiwi style, try some Canadian apple-bobbing, get your name written in Arabic, and much more. You can even get your face painted!! Alongside the booths one can partake in the numerous culinary delights! Foods ranging from tacos, apple pies, a sausage sizzle, chocolate muffins, to mention just a few, all washed down with soft drinks and juices. It’s an event for everyone, families, kids, adults, and even Obachans. Check out pictures from this year’s event here! |
The HAJET Summer Meeting: June 27th-29thNiikappu’s Shirinkoen Campsite
This year’s summer meeting has been planned for Niikappu, a beautiful town with a picturesque ocean view. It’ll be a time to say you goodbye to those leaving the island, as well as exchange contact information. We’ve found a beautiful campsite that can accommodate all of our BBQ-ing needs! There will be workshops on Project Outreach, HEC, and how to put together an interesting and informative presentation (very handy for presenting at future conferences!). You can also go horseback riding, play park golf, see the record museum, hike, or just relax in the famous Niikappu Onsen. HAJET-related events include a round of Capture the Flag or the HEC Sumo Competition. As far as the meeting goes, we’ll be electing a new Musical Producer, a new Hokkaido English Challenge (HEC) Coordinator, and a Project Outreach Coordinator. We’ll also be conducting routine HAJET business, discussing our role at Sapporo Orientation, locations for the Fall Meeting, and the upcoming Regional Welcome Parties! |
2008 HEC Camp: July 26th-30thKodomo no Kuni Campgrounds in Sunagawa
Every year, the Hokkaido English Challenge (HEC) is a unique and memorable experience for students. For the two lucky winners, HEC gives the chance to explore a new culture, absorb a different way of life, and take their interest in English beyond the classroom. For all prize winners, HEC Summer Camp offers the chance to bond with ALTs from across the world, and to build confidence with their English and in themselves. These kids are the best and brightest of the competition, so it’s sure to be a fun and educational experience for campers and volunteers alike. In past years, the camp staff has watched students go from standing shyly in the corner of the room to dancing around during disco night! All students who enter, regardless of their levels, can become more comfortable using English in front of their ALT and feel a sense of pride in having risen to a challenge. Visit the HEC section of our website to learn more about HEC in general, as well as download documents for your office if you want to come and help out at HEC Camp! We’re still looking at volunteers, so please email us if you’re interested at heccamp at gmail dot com.
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