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Henry Dai
Level 4, First-place winner, 2018
High School Speech Contest
Amira Abdel Fattah
Level 4, First-place winner, 2016
High School Speech Contest
Why is the Japanese Speech & Skit Contest (WAJSSC) important?
Washington State has long been the home of an established and influential Japanese and Japanese-American community. A wide spectrum of Japanese influence is felt throughout the state, ranging from the presence of Japanese cuisine, community-wide cultural events, scenic gardens, places of historical significance, pop culture, and the Japanese language itself.
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What opportunities does WAJSSC provide to Japanese language students?
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Provides a platform for students to demonstrate their knowledge of the Japanese language and culture to the wider Washington State community.
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Encourage students to pursue their Japanese studies and further develop their Japan-related interests.
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Allow students to inspire each other by demonstrating their Japanese language talent.
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To celebrate students who are passionate about learning a language and culture different from their own.
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Your support will provide students with the following opportunities:
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A sponsored trip to Japan for the high school and college contest winners to truly experience the culture, language, and daily life in Japan firsthand.
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A domestic roundtrip flight to Los Angeles for the high school contest winners to compete in the national All-USA Japanese High School Speech Contest, hosted by the Japanese Scholarship Foundation.
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Encouragement for students to compete in the WAJSSC by providing attractive awards.
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How can you support WAJSSC?
You can support the WAJSSC by becoming a corporate sponsor or in-kind sponsor.
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Corporate sponsorships starting at $500
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In-kind sponsorships providing travel to Japan, such as:
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Roundtrip airfare to Japan to provide more students with a chance to embark on a study trip hosted by the Hyogo International Association.
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Domestic travel services/vouchers within Japan (JR pass, etc.)
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Accommodation vouchers in Japan
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Benefits of becoming a sponsor
When you become a WAJSSC supporter, we will work with you to inform the public about your contribution and dedication to WAJSSC’s mission. Please contact us for further discussion.
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Become a supporter! Contact us today!
If you would like to support Japanese language education and help provide a meaningful opportunity to students in Washington, please send us an email at sscontest@hyogobcc.org or call us at (206) 728-0610 (Hyogo Business & Cultural Center).
Jin Ahn
Level 4, First-place winner, 2017
High School Speech Contest
Della Paloy
Level 4, First-place winner, 2019
High School Speech Contest
Japan Foundation
Los Angeles
Sponsors and supporters
of our
40th Annual WAJSSC (2023)
Japan Business
Association of Seattle
All Nippon Airways
Temple University,
Japan Campus
Gobo
Enterprises
The WAJSSC Committee
Since 2015, the WAJSSC has been overseen by the WAJSSC Committee, which takes a community-based approach to planning the contest. Our committee consists of individuals from the following organizations and institutions:
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Consulate General of Japan in Seattle
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Japan-America Society of the State of Washington
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Washington Association of Teachers of Japanese (WATJ)
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Hyogo Business & Cultural Center
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University of Washington
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Western Washington University
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Eastern Washington University
WAJSSC is a non-profit event with the sole purpose of benefiting students, and as such, we seek to collaborate with individuals, businesses, and organizations who share our views and passion for supporting Japanese language education in Washington State.
We look forward to your kind sponsorship!
Your generous contribution will support these promising students, who are the future bridge of positive relations and mutual cooperation between the USA and Japan.