The MJPA has compiled a list of useful links connected in some way to the relationship between Michigan and Japan. The links are broken up into sub-groups, listed below. If you would like your site listed here, or have a link to suggest, please let us know.
Business
- The Japan Business Society of Detroit
Based in Southfield, the JBSD is an organization of Japanese-owned businesses that operate in and around the greater Detroit area.
Education
- Center for Japanese Studies (CJS)
The University of Michigan’s Center for Japanese Studies. Includes information on study abroad programs to Japan. - CMU Japanese Department
Central Michigan University’s Japanese language department. - EMU Japanese Department
Eastern Michigan University’s Japanese language department. - EMU Japanese Student Association (EJSA)
Eastern Michigan University’s Japanese Student Association. - Japan Center for Michigan Universities (JCMU)
Located in Hikone, Shiga Prefecture, the JCMU is a Michigan University-supported program for college students to live and learn in Japan. Offers short-stay and intensive-level courses. - Japan Teacher's Association of Michigan
An organization composed of teachers and educational professionals throughout Michigan that teach the Japanese language. - Michigan-Shiga Sister State Program
The official homepage for the sister state program held between the State of Michigan and Shiga Prefecture since 1968. Operates various exchange programs along with the JCMU program for Michigan State University students. - Michigan-Shiga Student Exchange Program
Michigan and Shiga Prefecture, Japan, have been sister-states since 1968 and as such have multiple student and cultural exchange programs. This is one of the shorter ones, at two weeks, designed for Michigan high school students. - Midwest Japan Seminar
Occasionally hosted in Michigan, The Midwest Japan Seminar meets five times ayear to discuss and present the latest research results pertaining to Japan. - MSU Japan Club
Michigan State University’s Japanese student organization. - MSU Japanese Department
Michigan State University’s Japanese language department. - OU Japan Club
Oakland University’s Japan Club. - OU/Nanzan University Program
A study-abroad program is offered through Oakland University (located in Rochester Hills, Michigan) and Nanzan University, in Nagoya, Japan. Offers Japanese language, Japanese area studies, translation, social sciences, literature and writing courses in e - The JET Program
Sponsored by the government of Japan, the JET Program allows people from all over the world a chance to live and work in Japan (predominantly in the capacity of an English teacher). - U of M Center for Japanese Studies
Founded in 1947, the University of Michigan’s CJS is the oldest interdisciplinary center in the United States devoted exclusively to Japanese Studies. - U of M Japan Student Association
The University of Michigan’s student-run Japan Club. - U of M Japanese Language Program
The Japanese language program at the University of Michigan. - WMU Japan Club
Western Michigan University’s student-run Japan club. - WMU Japanese Department
Western Michigan University’s Japanese language department. - WMU Soga Japan Center
A Western Michigan University-run center to foster relationships between Japan and WMU, as well as the city of Kalamazoo.
Organizations
- Ann Arbor Japanese Language Meetup Group
One of the most active Japanese language meetup clubs in Michigan, they have frequent events and meetup sessions for Japanese speakers and non-speakers alike. - EMU Japanese Student Association (EJSA)
Eastern Michigan University’s Japanese Student Association. - Japan Society (NY)
Founded in 1907, Japan Society is a nonprofit, nonpolitical organization that brings the people of Japan and the United States closer together through understanding, appreciation and cooperation. - Japan Society of Detroit Women's Club
A very active contingent of (mostly) Japanese ladies that live in the Metro-Detroit area. They (among other things) promote Japanese culture throughout the state through visits to various schools, nursing homes, libraries, and companies. They are also the - Japan Teacher's Association of Michigan
An organization composed of teachers and educational professionals throughout Michigan that teach the Japanese language. - Japan-America Society of Greater Detroit
The Detroit & Windsor branch of the Japan-America Society. A very large organization, but an outdated web site. - Japan-America Society of West Michigan
Based in Battle Creek, this organization promotes exchange between residents and companies operating in Western Michigan. - Midwest Japan Seminar
Occasionally hosted in Michigan, The Midwest Japan Seminar meets five times ayear to discuss and present the latest research results pertaining to Japan. - MSU Japan Club
Michigan State University’s Japanese student organization. - National Association of Japan-America Societies
A large directory of many of the Japan-related societies and organizations in America, separated by state. - OU Japan Club
Oakland University’s Japan Club. - The Center For Global Partnership
A US and Japan based organization dedicated to intellectual exchange, grassroots exchange, and education–as well as self-initiated projects and fellowships. - The Japan Business Society of Detroit
Based in Southfield, the JBSD is an organization of Japanese-owned businesses that operate in and around the greater Detroit area. - The United States-Japan Foundation
Founded by Mr. Ryoichi Sasakawa, Chairman of the Japan Shipbuilding Industry Foundation, The USJF was created in order to improve understanding on multiple levels between the US and Japan. - U of M Japan Student Association
The University of Michigan’s student-run Japan Club. - WMU Japan Club
Western Michigan University’s student-run Japan club.
Other
- Consulate General of Japan Detroit
Japan’s official political representative for the states of Michigan and Ohio. - Great Lakes Taiko Center
Taiko drumming lessons in Novi. - Japan Center for Michigan Universities (JCMU)
Located in Hikone, Shiga Prefecture, the JCMU is a Michigan University-supported program for college students to live and learn in Japan. Offers short-stay and intensive-level courses. - Japanese Cultural Center & Tea House
Located in Saginaw, the cultural center was built in 1971 and hosts frequent Japanese cultural events and is open to the public year round. - Michigan's Sister-Cities in Shiga, Japan
A list of official and unofficial sister-city programs between the state of Michigan and Shiga prefecture in Japan. - Michigan-Shiga Sister State Program
The official homepage for the sister state program held between the State of Michigan and Shiga Prefecture since 1968. Operates various exchange programs along with the JCMU program for Michigan State University students. - Michigan-Shiga Student Exchange Program
Michigan and Shiga Prefecture, Japan, have been sister-states since 1968 and as such have multiple student and cultural exchange programs. This is one of the shorter ones, at two weeks, designed for Michigan high school students. - Shiga-Ken
A resource written in English for those interested in finding out more about Michigan’s sister-prefecture, Shiga-ken. - The JET Program
Sponsored by the government of Japan, the JET Program allows people from all over the world a chance to live and work in Japan (predominantly in the capacity of an English teacher).
