About Us

Welcome to the Japanese Language and Cultural Society.

Who we are

JLACS is a student-run society, with the aim to promote the Japanese language and culture to local students, while creating a space for like-minded people to meet. 

What we do

We run events where it provides an opportunity for members to gather and socialise with other students, including students studying Japanese and Japanese nationals, be they international, exchange, full-time, etc..

JLACS is a weekly social club where members can gather regularly. We usually play board games, chit chat with others and practice Japanese and English, and meet new people. Snacks are also provided. JLACS is held every Tuesday from 5:00PM - 8:00PM, at the Hubba Hubba/Backstage Cafe in the Schulz building.

JLACS also runs regular special events. Past events include: BBQ, beach day, hiking day, cafe crawl, easter-egg hunter, quiz night, pub crawl, cooking events etc. 

How to Join 

You are more than welcome to drop by the club on any of our Tuesday sessions between club hours, or during events! Membership is free and there's no commitment :) Come whenever you like.

Please don’t hesitate to contact us via email (japanese@clubs.auu.org.au) or message us on Instagram (@aujlacs) or Facebook (www.facebook.com/aujlacs) if you have any further questions! Please follow our socials and/or join our Discord server for updates on events https://discord.gg/hXarKMvCB8 

Thank you and please do not hesitate to come. Our club welcomes new people at all times of the year.

 

2025 Commitee 

President: Kevin Guo

Vice President: Naoki Kosaka

Secretary: Xue Qi (Chelsea) Toh

Treasurer: Trinity & Minghan Shi (Assistant Treasurer)

Head Event Coordinator: Mary Durmic

  • Event Coordinators:

    • Mia Klaric

    • James Fitton-Gum

    • Tom Teubner

    • Philip McIntyre

    • Owen Coulter

Social Media Coordinator: King Ho Tai

Email Coordinator: Keane Cheng

Japanese Student Representative: Mia Yasuhara