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Chat With Teachers: Schedule
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No reservation needed. Come and chat with ELI teachers and other students in English!
EL: English Lounge (@yellow sofas on the 2nd floor), MC: Maker Conversation (@Informal Gathering Spot on the 2nd floor),
LOL: Lunch Out Loud (@1st floor), Activity (@various - see below)
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1st
09:00-
10:30
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Tanya
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Chris
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Chris
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Rachael
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2nd
10:40-
12:10
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Tanya
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Andrej
(MC 11:00-12:00)
Ran
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Masha
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Robin
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Ash
(Collaboration Station)
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Lunch 1
11:30-
13:00
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Brandon
(EL)
Derek
(LOL)
Bethan
(EL)
Rowie
(LOL)
Samantha
(MC 11:50-12:50)
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Lunch 2
12:20-
13:50
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Robin
(EL)
Derek
(LOL)
Cooper
(Music Lab)
Tina
(LOL)
Jase
(Video Games 12:30-13:50)
Josue
(EL)
Samantha
(MC 12:40-13:40)
Josue
(EL)
Tiffani
(LOL)
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3rd
13:10-
14:40
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Karin
(EL)
Tiffani
(MC 13:30-14:30)
Gosia
(Wellbeing Café)
Brandon
(EL)
Rhys
(Chess)
Joey
(MC 13:30-14:30)
Travis
(Games 13:20-14:40)
Kohei
(EL)
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4th
14:50-
16:20
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Rachael
(EL)
Emma
(MC 15:10-16:10)
Beng
(EL)
Tom
(EL)
Travis
(MC 15:10-16:10)
Beng
( Hip Hop Dance)
Kohei
(EL)
Emma
(EL)
Danielle
(MC 15:10-16:10)
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5th
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Andrej
(Games 16:40-18:00)
Ran
(World News Discussion)
Danielle
(MC 16:50-17:50)
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English Lounge Teachers' Biographies
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@Yellow Sofa on the 2nd floor
Mon: 9:00-10:30
Mon: 10:40-12:10
@Yellow Sofa on the 2nd floor
Tue: 9:00-10:30
Wed: 9:00-10:30
@Yellow Sofa on the 2nd floor
Mon: 12:20-13:50
Fri: 10:40-12:10
@Yellow Sofa on the 2nd floor
Mon: 13:10-14:40
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G’day mates! I’m Tanya, and I’m from Brisbane, Australia. I’ve also lived in the Seychelles, South Korea, and Osaka. I love travelling, photography, and trying food from many different countries. Looking forward to chatting with you! ^_^Hello, my name is Chris and I am from England. I grew up in a small town by the sea but went to university in London to study English literature. I have lived in Chiba for a long time.

I love cycling, running, watching Netflix and movies, reading books and playing games. My favourite sport is football (soccer) and I play and watch it a lot.

I look forward to meeting you and finding out about your life, adventures, interests, studies and dreams. If you need help with extensive reading and selecting graded readers please visit me.
Hi, I’m Robin from Brighton, England. I first came to Japan in 2003. I enjoy exploring Tokyo, finding interesting places and taking pictures. I also like skiing, snowboarding, music, going to concerts/festivals and travelling. I am always happy to discuss and help you with English communication, study abroad, IELTS and reading skills. If you have any questions about your studies please ask me. I am also happy to chat about anything that interests you.Hello everyone! My name is Karin and I’m from Mexico. I’ve just arrived in Japan and I’m really excited to be here. I have been a teacher for more than 9 years in middle school, high school and university. I started learning English when I was in middle school (a long time ago…) and I’m still learning. I speak some French and hopefully in the future, Japanese too. I love reading, movies, cultures, languages, and music. Feel free to talk about what you are interested in with me, I’m a good listener!
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@Yellow Sofa on the 2nd floor
Mon: 14:50-16:20
Thu: 9:00-10:30
@Yellow Sofa on the 2nd floor
Tue: 10:40-12:10
@Yellow Sofa on the 2nd floor
Tue: 11:30-13:00
Wed: 10:40-12:10
@Yellow Sofa on the 2nd floor
Tue: 14:50-16:20
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Hello, I’m Rachael from the United States. I have lived in Japan for nine years. I enjoy hiking, reading, and watching movies or playing video games. If you want to talk about anything from learning English to your own hobbies, feel free to talk to me! I’d be happy to meet you.Hey there, I’m Ran! I was born in Israel but I haven’t lived there in a long time. I have lived in New York for about 12 years total and in Japan since 2020. I like traveling, cooking, watching anime, and gardening. I would love it if you would introduce me to your favorite places or teach me about new things! If you would like, we can prepare for tests, applications, interviews, or other stressful things… or we can just hang out! Hope to see you soon!Hi, everyone. My name is Brandon and I’m from Miami, Florida in the USA. I have been in Japan since 2015 and I really love it here! I enjoy playing games and reading (I am a big Harry Potter fan!). I am also a huge fan of Japanese rock music, so I like to go to concerts and festivals. Please recommend me some of your favorite music! I’m looking forward to getting to know you!Hi! My name is Beng and I’m from Singapore. I studied in California, USA for 4 years and moved to Japan after graduation. I am also a professional dancer and instructor. I do Breaking, Hip Hop, and Jazz Dance. My dream was to dance on international stages but I got sick and had to find a different path. My current work focuses on dance and education, with a research focus on Hip Hop dance and culture in the classroom. During the weekends, you can find me dancing at events or teaching at dance studios. I hope to be able to use my art to create value and spread happiness. Please feel free to come talk to me about anything and I look forward to meeting all of you!
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@Yellow Sofa on the 2nd floor
Wed: 11:30-13:00
@Yellow Sofa on the 2nd floor
Wed: 14:50-16:20
@Yellow Sofa on the 2nd floor
Thu: 10:40-12:10
@Yellow Sofa on the 2nd floor
Thu: 12:20-13:50
Fri: 12:20-13:50
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Hi! I’m Bethan, and I’m originally from Wales in the UK. My passions in life are travelling and seeing the world, learning and teaching languages, and outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, snorkelling, skiing, etc. In my free time, I like to relax by going to the cinema, reading novels, and going to concerts, and I am learning to play the piano. I’m looking forward to talking to you about any topic, but I especially enjoy talking about travel and learning languages.
Hello everyone. My name is Tom, and I’m from the UK (near London). I’ve been in Japan on-and-off since 2016 and have lived in Funabashi, Gifu, and Yokohama, before I came back to Chiba to work at KUIS. I love both playing and watching football, cricket, and tennis. I also enjoy reading books and listening to podcasts, especially about history. One of my biggest passions in Japan is travelling and hiking. My aim is to complete the Hyakumeizan (Japan’s famous 100 mountains). I’m currently only at 18 peaks, but feel free to check in with me if you want an update on my progress! I’m interested in everything, so please talk to me about what you’re into.Hello! My name is Masha. I’m from Moscow, Russia and it’s my fifth year in Japan. In my free time I love reading (mostly fiction), watercolor painting and going for an occasional hike. I also like learning foreign languages. Apart from English and Russian, I speak Spanish and I am learning Japanese now. I’m looking forward to meeting you, so come say hi!Hello Everyone. I was born and raised in California and had never lived anywhere else until 2014 when I went to Osaka and lived there for 14 months. I returned to Japan in 2018 and have lived here in Chiba ever since. I used to much prefer the environment in Osaka to Chiba’s, but Chiba has finally grown on me. I enjoy watching and playing basketball, outdoor activities such as hiking, hunting, and fishing, playing board games, and drinking ice-cold milk while reading. I also speak Spanish, so drop me an hola if you see me around.
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@Yellow Sofa on the 2nd floor
Thu: 13:10-14:40
Thu: 14:50-16:20
@Yellow Sofa on the 2nd floor
Fri: 9:00-10:30
@Yellow Sofa on the 2nd floor
Fri: 14:50-16:20
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Hi everyone! My name is Kohei. I’m from Japan, but I spent most of my teenage years in Melbourne, Australia. I finished high school there and completed two years of university studying mechanical engineering before deciding to become a pilot. I worked as a First Officer for ANA for 10 years, flying the B737 and B787 to various places in Japan and many countries around the world. Now I’m teaching at KUIS! I love language learning and airplanes, and I’m excited to talk with you about studying abroad, learning vocabulary, or aviation in general.Hi everyone! My name is Yukiko, and I’m from Chiba, Japan (I grew up in Inage!). I studied in the US for 3 years in total (one year as an exchange student and 2 years as a full-time master’s student). I also have work experience there and enjoy teaching writing. I am more than happy to share my experiences abroad as a Japanese person and help you prepare for studying or working abroad (e.g., application documents, interview preparation, TOEFL/IELTS practice, etc.). Looking forward to meeting you! Hello everyone! I’m Emma and I am originally from New Zealand. I’ve been teaching English in Japan since 2019 and have lived in Shizuoka, Fukushima, and Chiba. I like listening to music, especially rock and Kpop. I also enjoy watching anime and playing video games. I love learning new things so please come chat to me about your interests and hobbies.
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Maker Conversation Teachers' Biographies
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@Informal Gathering Spot
on the 2nd floor
Mon: 11:00-12:00
@Informal Gathering Spot
on the 2nd floor
Mon: 13:30-14:30 (Art)
@Informal Gathering Spot
on the 2nd floor
Mon: 15:10-16:10
@Informal Gathering Spot
on the 2nd floor
Tue: 15:10-16:10
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Hi, I'm Andrej! Originally from Maryland, USA, I've lived in Washington DC, Barcelona, and spent 5 years in Osaka before coming to KUIS. I love creative activities like drawing, photography, and making short videos for social media. You'll often find me with a board game in hand (current favorites include Dixit, Wavelength, and Codenames) or hunting Pokémon. Beyond that, I enjoy anime, K-dramas, and making a Spanish-language podcast with my friend. As a teacher, my specialties are in test prep, reading, and writing. Let’s meet up and talk!Nice to meet you, my name is Tiffani and I’m from Alberta, Canada.
I love to travel, which is why I came to Japan. I’ve visited many places in Japan, from Okinawa to Hokkaido! My other hobbies include watching horror movies, spending time with my cats Friday and Lulu, and writing fantasy stories in my spare time. Recently I’ve also gotten into nail art, although I’m not very good at it yet. If you see me around, please tell me which horror movies you recommend!

Hello everyone! I’m Emma and I am originally from New Zealand. I’ve been teaching English in Japan since 2019 and have lived in Shizuoka, Fukushima, and Chiba. I like listening to music, especially rock and Kpop. I also enjoy watching anime and playing video games. I love learning new things so please come chat to me about your interests and hobbies.Hello! My name is Jamison and I’ve lived in Chiba for almost 8 years. I lived in Jinju, South Korea for 2 years and I grew up in Chicago, IL USA. I love to read Sci-fi and Fantasy fiction, play video games, and ride my bike around Chiba. I also really like listening to music like Kpop and alt rock/ hardcore and making very complicated drinks.

If you just want to practice English or talk about something you like, let me know!

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@Informal Gathering Spot
on the 2nd floor
Wed: 15:10-16:10
@Informal Gathering Spot
on the 2nd floor
Thu: 12:40-13:40
Fri: 11:50-12:50
@Informal Gathering Spot
on the 2nd floor
Thu: 16:50-17:50 (Costuming)
Fri: 15:10-16:10
@Informal Gathering Spot
on the 2nd floor
Fri: 13:30-14:30
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Hello! I’m Travis. It’s nice to meet you. I’m from the USA. I like to play games, read, and go to recycle shops! I love to get a bargain. I hope we can have an enjoyable time chatting and speaking. I like to joke and have fun, so let’s have a good time while practicing speaking! See you soon!Greetings! My name is Samantha. I’m from Maryland, USA, and I’ve lived in Japan for over 10 years. I’m here to help you with communication skills, critical thinking, study strategies, and maintaining a healthy work-study-life balance. Some activities I enjoy are knitting, cross-stitch, gardening and camping. I look forward to meeting you all!Hi! I’m Danielle and I am from Minnesota, USA. I love music, travelling, sleeping, eating, and cats! I am interested in all areas of performing arts and have worked on and backstage. I am better backstage, though. I like dance but can’t do it to save my life.

I have been at KUIS since 2021. I am excited to meet new students and catch up with returning students. I am happy to talk about anything.
Hi, my name is Joey. I am from Cleveland, Ohio, in the United States, and grew up in Raleigh, North Carolina. I have lived in Japan since 2018. I lived in a small town in Chiba called Kamagaya for 5 years which is famous for having the smallest Daibutsu in Japan! I am married and have a crazy 4 year old named Ryuji. When I am not playing with my son, I enjoy reading, playing sports, watching old tv shows, cooking, and playing video games. Please come and talk to me about anything, anytime! I am looking forward to meeting new people!
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Lunch Out Loud Teachers' Biographies
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@1st floor
Mon: 12:20-13:50
Tue: 11:30-13:00
@1st floor
Wed: 12:20-13:50
@1st floor
Fri: 12:20-13:50
@1st floor
Thu: 11:30-13:00
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Hi Everyone, I’m Derek and I am from the UK. I used to work for companies such as Samsung and Fujitsu. In 2012, I changed my career pathway by coming to Japan to teach English. I like keeping fit, watching Sumo, Horror movies and singing Karaoke. I have always liked to sing, and before coming to Japan, I decided to audition in a British reality television music competition before coming to Japan. I also like meeting new people so I can not wait to meet you, come and talk to me about anything.Hello my name is Tina. I’m from the Chicago suburbs in the USA. After spending most of my life in urban areas I moved to a small town in Kochi prefecture. It was a big culture shock, but I loved it. Eventually I moved to Chiba, but I return to Kochi to visit friends often. My hobbies are reading books, riding trains, traveling, doing yoga, and playing games. I am married to a game designer so our home is full of games. I’m looking forward to talking with you!Nice to meet you, my name is Tiffani and I’m from Alberta, Canada.
I love to travel, which is why I came to Japan. I’ve visited many places in Japan, from Okinawa to Hokkaido! My other hobbies include watching horror movies, spending time with my cats Friday and Lulu, and writing fantasy stories in my spare time. Recently I’ve also gotten into nail art, although I’m not very good at it yet. If you see me around, please tell me which horror movies you recommend!
Hi, I’m Rowie! I’m from the Philippines. I lived in the beautiful Miyagi Prefecture for 4 years before moving to Chiba. I have also lived in Singapore, and I miss all the yummy food there. I enjoy traveling and trying different kinds of cuisines. My hobbies include reading books, cooking, watching TV shows, and listening to various genres of music. I started playing soccer/football a few years ago and enjoy it a lot! I’m excited to talk with you about your interests. I can also help you with writing research papers or practicing for interviews and speaking tests, so please don’t hesitate to chat with me anytime!
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Activity Teachers' Biographies
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@2nd floor
Mon: 12:20-13:50
@2nd floor
Mon: 16:40-18:00
@Mini Stage
Wed: 12:30-13:50
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Wed: 13:10-14:40
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Activity: Music LabActivity: Games LoungeActivity: Video GamesActivity: Wellbeing Café
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Monday Music Lab: Create Your Own Sounds!
Do you like music? Have you ever thought about making your own? Do you already play an instrument or sing?
Every Monday at lunch, I'll be at the makerspace in front of the elevators, creating music with my laptop and Ableton Live.
With 20+ years of Ableton experience, I'm happy to show you all the basics or discuss advanced techniques. No musical experience required - just bring your curiosity and creative spirit!
When: Every Monday during lunch
Where: The makerspace in front of the elevator on the second floor of building 8
What to bring: Just yourself (or your own instruments if you'd like!)
Music brings people together. Come make some noise with us!
Game Lounge: Love games? So do I! Join me Mondays during 5th period to play awesome board games you've probably never seen before. We'll laugh, strategize, and chat in English while having fun around the table. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and I'll teach you everything as we go. Come discover why these games are so addictive!Let’s Play Video Games: Do you want to play video games at school and practice your English at the same time? Come join me at lunchtime (12:30~) on Wednesdays, and we’ll play all kinds of games. If you have a game you would like to play with me or other people, bring it! Whether you are good at games or not, we can all have fun playing together. Let’s Play!Looking for a relaxed space to talk, share, and learn about wellbeing? Come to the Wellbeing Café! We meet for friendly, informal chats about topics related to psychology and wellbeing like stress, time management, study-life balance, and mental and physical health. You can share experiences, ask questions, and discover new ways to support your wellbeing. Drop in anytime, bring your favorite drink, and enjoy a casual chat in a supportive space!
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Hi, my name is Edward, but everyone calls me Cooper. I’m from Massachusetts in the USA. I’ve been teaching English for about fifteen years, and my specialty is working with sound and pronunciation. I like to make music and ride my bicycle in the countryside in my free time. Ask me about it!Hi, I'm Andrej! Originally from Maryland, USA, I've lived in Washington DC, Barcelona, and spent 5 years in Osaka before coming to KUIS. I love creative activities like drawing, photography, and making short videos for social media. You'll often find me with a board game in hand (current favorites include Dixit, Wavelength, and Codenames) or hunting Pokémon. Beyond that, I enjoy anime, K-dramas, and making a Spanish-language podcast with my friend. As a teacher, my specialties are in test prep, reading, and writing. Let’s meet up and talk!Hello! My name is Jason, but you can call me Jase. I am from Minneapolis, Minnesota in the United States. I moved to Japan to teach, and have been living here for 8 years in Chiba Prefecture. I have a cute 2 year old daughter who I love to talk about. My hobbies include games, manga, and EDM. Recently my favorites from each of my hobbies are Monster Hunter, One Piece, and Porter Robinson, but there is a lot more that I really like. If you want to talk about any of my hobbies please come and talk to me! I love to learn new things though, so if you have a different hobby you like please come and tell me all about it!Hi everyone! You can call me Gosia. I’m originally from Poland, but I’ve lived in several different countries, for example the UK, the Czech Republic, France, China, Vietnam and now in Japan! I love traveling, taking photos, nature, learning foreign languages and doing sports. I’m also interested in psychology and well-being. I’m looking forward to chatting with you :-)

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@2nd floor
Wed: 16:30-18:00
@2nd floor
Thu: 13:10-14:40
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Thu: 14:50-16:20
@2nd floor
Fri: 10:40-12:10
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Activity: World News DiscussionActivity: ChessActivity: DanceActivity: Collaboration Station
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World News Discussion: Do you want to know more about world events? Politics, sports, business, celebrities, and more! There is always something interesting for us to discover and talk about. Bring a news article with you or we can pick something together, using A.I. to dig deeper into the topic. Come put your critical thinking skills to the test! Chess & Chat:

Do you like chess—or want to learn?
Come play a relaxing game of chess and practice English at the same time!

No experience with chess? No problem!
I can teach you step by step.

Not confident in English? That’s okay!
Chess makes conversation easier. It’s a fun way to speak English without pressure.

You can focus on the game, focus on chatting, or both.
Beginners welcome. Come and go anytime!
Hip Hop Dance & Dialogue
Practice dance, make friends, and speak English at the same time.
In this session, we will:
・Learn foundational training and stretches for dancers
・Practice basic Hip Hop dance drills such as the bounce, rock, skate, roll, and body isolations
・Learn how to do popular dance moves (e.g., Bart Simpson, Reebok, Smurf)
・Improve creativity and freestyle through group activities
・Practice natural conversation in English

Want help with your English homework, reports, presentations, or posters? Come to Collaboration Station! You can chat and work with other students and get helpful advice from classmates, students in other classes, and even upperclassmen. I’ll be there to support you, too!
This is a friendly and safe space to practice English and share or get ideas. You can come at any stage of your projects—just starting or almost finished. Stay for 10 minutes or the whole time—it’s up to you!
Together, let’s take your work from “good” to “amazing”!
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Hey there, I’m Ran! I was born in Israel but I haven’t lived there in a long time. I have lived in New York for about 12 years total and in Japan since 2020. I like traveling, cooking, watching anime, and gardening. I would love it if you would introduce me to your favorite places or teach me about new things! If you would like, we can prepare for tests, applications, interviews, or other stressful things… or we can just hang out! Hope to see you soon!
Hi, I’m Rhys from Scotland. I’ve been here in Japan since 2017. I enjoy reading at cafes, cycling, and finding interesting places to eat at. I also snowboard and occasionally play chess (though I’m not very good at either). I love talking about language learning, so if you have any questions about your studies, I’d love to talk about them with you. Even if it’s not about learning English, I’d be happy to chat about anything that interests you.
Hi! My name is Beng and I’m from Singapore. I studied in California, USA for 4 years and moved to Japan after graduation. I am also a professional dancer and instructor. I do Breaking, Hip Hop, and Jazz Dance. My dream was to dance on international stages but I got sick and had to find a different path. My current work focuses on dance and education, with a research focus on Hip Hop dance and culture in the classroom. During the weekends, you can find me dancing at events or teaching at dance studios. I hope to be able to use my art to create value and spread happiness. Please feel free to come talk to me about anything and I look forward to meeting all of you! Hey y’all! My name is Ash, and I’m from the southeastern United States. I love to teach academic writing classes and talk about literature and podcasts, so come see me if you need writing help or have an interesting book or podcast to share.


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Activity: Games
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Game Lounge: Come play cards, board games, and other interactive activities as we compete, collaborate, and race to the prize! Learn a new way to play a game or share one that you know and we can have a fun time using English and figuring out new strategies.
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Hello! I’m Travis. It’s nice to meet you. I’m from the USA. I like to play games, read, and go to recycle shops! I love to get a bargain. I hope we can have an enjoyable time chatting and speaking. I like to joke and have fun, so let’s have a good time while practicing speaking! See you soon!
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