Embassy of Japan in Kenya

🎬✨ Join us on May 30 at 1:00 PM at the Embassy of Japan’s Information & Cultural Centre, Mara Rd, Upper Hill, for a free screening of Mondays: See You “This” Week!, a witty Japanese comedy about office workers stuck in a time loop who must convince their boss to notice the cycle, blending workplace satire with laugh-out-loud humor. Don’t miss this chance to enjoy Japanese cinema with friends and community. Email [email protected] for more info, and follow for updates!

🎌📚 Learn Japanese in a fun and unique way with this e-learning site that aims to provide Japanese learners and anime/manga fans worldwide with an enjoyable gateway to language studies. Created and managed by the Japan Foundation, Japanese-Language Institute, Kansai, this platform aims to provide Japanese learners and anime/manga fans worldwide an enjoyable gateway to language studies. 🇯🇵🎓 Engage in quizzes, word games, and kanji challenges tailored to your interests and skill level. 🎮✨Let's level up your Japanese skills! https://anime-manga.jp/ 🌟🎉

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🌸 Japan continues to strengthen its role in fostering peace, cooperation, and innovation across the globe.
Read more in today’s Mainichi Shimbun feature:

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💚 💔 Love it or hate it, you've never looked at natto this way before! This video dives into the unique Japanese superfood known for its sticky texture and pungent smell.But there's more to natto than meets the eye (and nose)! We explore its incredible links to longevity and reveal how a substance in this powerful food could even help solve environmental issues. 🔗 https://bit.ly/4t5SEMB

Happy International Day of Multilateralism 🌍 in Japan, the spirit of "Wa" (harmony) drives diplomacy. It’s about finding common ground to build a peaceful future together. 🤝✨

Interested in a full scholarship? Want to study in Japan? Come one come all to the MEXT Japanese Government Scholarship info session/seminar to be held at the Embassy of Japan in Kenya this Saturday, April 25th 2026 from 10am – 12pm.
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In Tosa, Kochi, catching the perfect bonito is an art form 🐟 because they spoil so fast, local fishmongers use expert eyes to pick only the best. Watch their skills in action in this stunning time-lapse! ⏱️🍣 See the masters at work: https://bit.ly/48IhMAV

On 20th April 2026, H.E. Ambassador MATSUURA Hiroshi paid a courtesy call on H.E. Dr. John Erus, Deputy Governor of Turkana County. Deputy Governor expressed his gratitude to the long-standing support given by Japan and they exchanged views on future cooperation.

✨ Movie Screening Alert! ✨
Join us for a special screening of The Lines That Define Me, proudly presented by the Japanese Embassy. Come immerse yourself in a touching story of creativity and personal growth.
🎟️ Gates open at 1:00 PM — arrive early and enjoy the experience!

We are happy to announce that the 2027 MEXT Scholarship for Kenyan nationals is now open! All applications must be submitted to the Embassy of Japan in Kenya no later than 4:30pm on Tuesday, 19th May 2026. You can do this by dropping a hard copy of your application documents at the Embassy of Japan or send it via courier or post.

Prospective applicants can download FREE application forms found in the links below:
https://www.studyinjapan.go.jp/en/smap-stopj-applications-research.html
https://www.studyinjapan.go.jp/en/smap-stopj-applications-undergraduate.html
https://www.studyinjapan.go.jp/en/smap-stopj-applications-technology.html
https://www.studyinjapan.go.jp/en/smap-stopj-applications-specialized.html

To confirm eligibility for the various levels, please follow the link below.
https://www.ke.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/ScholarshipsStudyInJapan.html
*Please be sure to thoroughly read through the Application Guidelines before submitting the necessary documents for your application. When sending hard copies, please use paper clips only, NO STAPLES.

For inquiries regarding the 2027 MEXT Scholarship, kindly follow the link below.
https://www.ke.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/ScholarshipFAQs.html

NB: To guide those planning to apply, we shall be hosting two separate seminars on the 22nd of April from 2pm-4pm, as well as the 25th of April from 10:00am – 12:00pm for FREE at the Embassy of Japan. Please note that these are optional and purely aimed towards assisting prospective applicants.

TO ATTEND THE SEMINARS, PLEASE CARRY YOUR NATIONAL ID OR PASSPORT TO ENTER EMBASSY PREMISES