JSANZ is an advocacy network for Japanese language education and Japanese studies at tertiary level in Aotearoa New Zealand.

We work together on projects and activities that promote and strengthen Japanese language education and Japanese studies in New Zealand.

Our members are teachers and researchers of Japanese language and Japanese studies at New Zealand’s tertiary institutions. Membership is also open to other individuals and entities committed to JSANZ’s goals. JSANZ provides a vital communication forum, serving all with common interests and concerns.

Become a JSANZ member
As you may have heard the Japan Foundation Sydney is running an online Talent Contest, J-Talent for the Oceania Region. Read more
This is a worldwide competition for Japanese scholars. The competition is to write a haiku poem with a short explanation. Read more
2020 JSANZ Tertiary Japanese Language Speech Contest Guidelines. Read more
The seventh Japanese Studies Aotearoa New Zealand (JSANZ) Tertiary Japanese Language Speech Contest is now accepting applications until September 11 Read more

Looking to study Japanese at tertiary level? View the courses currently available in New Zealand