Our mission are (1) to support and advocate for all Japanese programs in Minnesota and the surrounding areas and (2) to provide for the professional/educational growth of the membership through professional development activities. MCTJ has been a non-profit since 2012, but the organization has been around since the 1990s and is organized by volunteers.
This is the home of MCTJ. Here, you can find information on membership, past and upcoming events, and Japanese programs in Minnesota. All are welcome!
MCTJ is an affiliate of the American Association of Teachers of Japanese (AATJ)
Co-presidents: Kyoshin Sasahara and Hiroko Nagai
Treasurer: Shannen Lach
Kyoshin Sasahara
MCTJ Co-President (2025-2026)
ksasahar@macalester.edu