Latest information on events, workshops and activities for international students in Japan

Recently, MPKEN has teamed up with several top global companies to host the job seeking workshops for foreign job seekers in Japan. These events are part of the companies' CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives, featuring participation from the semiconductor manufacturer OnSemi, the global credit rating Moody's, the asset management firm PIMCO, and leading cloud communication company Twilio. The upcoming event, scheduled for June 4th, will see the engagement of employees from FITCH RATINGS JAPAN, a foremost global credit rating agency. 

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[Tokyo, March 10th] - In March this year, a workshop of 3 sessions was held for new graduates in 2025 and family stay visa holders in Tokyo!

[Tokyo, January 10th] - Thank you to everyone who has been a constant companion and supporter of MPKEN! Let's raise a toast to express gratitude for the past year and welcome in the New Year!

[Tokyo, December 23rd] - We hosted a 'World Café' event on December 23rd as a collaborative event between the student group STAGE and the MPKEN staff. The concept behind 'World Café' revolves around discussing international and environmental issues in a relaxed café-like setting.

[Tokyo, August 20th 2023] - During this Tea-Lightful Weekend, Minh Nhật (founder of the Tomorrow.care project) and Miss Kobayashi, the owner of The Ethnic Tea Salon, will be receiving you at MPKEN’s office to have a meaningful time to talk, exchange and make significant memories! 

During this tea session, Ethnic Tea Salon will introduce some exquisite Vietnamese teas, such as ancient Shan Tuyet tea, green tea or flavored tea.

[Tokyo, October 04th] - Autumn is coming to town and many students and young moms joined MPKEN for exciting cooking classes, job fairs and infosession. Also, this month we introduced the 101st sempai, NGUYEN QUANG PHUONG. His story is inspiring, specially to those who are reluctant to take chances in life. Read more in our newsletter this month.

[Tokyo, September 24th] - The 34th "ONEDAY" Cooking Class was held last weekend in Akihabara ! This time, the theme of the class was Vietnamese's renowned dishes : "Phở Cuốn" and "Sữa Chua Mít".


[Tokyo, September 30th] - We are pleased to announce a study session for Vietnamese moms aspiring to work in Japan, scheduled for September 30th, 2023. Are you a Vietnamese mom looking to work in Japan while balancing the responsibilities of raising children? This session is designed to provide you with essential insights and guidance to make your dream a reality. 

[Tokyo, August 2023] - MPKEN's 'Tea-Lightful Weekend' event brought smiles and warmth as participants aged 25 to 35 savored Vietnamese tea and engaged in heartwarming conversations. This summer, we also partnered with Twilio for an uplifting job hunting session, and we recently celebrated our 100th 'ASEAN SEMPAI' edition featuring the inspiring Ms. Be Minh Nhat. We then wrapped up summer with a joyous BBQ and sea adventure with our staff ! 

[Tokyo, September 24th, 2023] - The allure of the "One-Day Cooking Classes" hosted by MPKEN lies in the joy of savoring delectable dishes, engaging in meaningful conversations, and creating bonds through collaborative culinary efforts. In this particular session, the spotlight falls on two exceptional Vietnamese dishes - "Sữa Chua Mít" and "Phở Cuốn" - inviting you to experience the rich flavors of Vietnam's gastronomic treasures.

[Tokyo, August 20th 2023] - On August 20th, 2023, a heartwarming event unfolded – the Tea-Lightful Weekend. Hosted by Minh Nhật, founder of Tomorrow.care, and Miss Kobayashi from The Ethnic Tea Salon, this event brought together young adults aged 25 to 35 for a Sunday SereniTea to remember.

[Tokyo, August 20th 2023] - During this Tea-Lightful Weekend, Minh Nhật (founder of the Tomorrow.care project) and Miss Kobayashi, the owner of The Ethnic Tea Salon, will be receiving you at MPKEN’s office to have a meaningful time to talk, exchange and make significant memories! 

During this tea session, Ethnic Tea Salon will introduce some exquisite Vietnamese teas, such as ancient Shan Tuyet tea, green tea or flavored tea.

[Event] [Tokyo, November 5th 2023] - Have you ever noticed that entrepreneurs or celebrities often like to drink a nice glass of wine? Here at MPKEN, we do not think the reason is “they do because they have money”... We like to think that these people understand something: that appreciating wine can bring success as well as many benefits.



[Tokyo, July 20th] - MPKEN and PIMCO Japan joined forces to host an impactful online jobseeking workshop on July 20th, 2023. The event was organized as part of PIMCO's 2023 Global Month of Volunteering, wherein dedicated employees from PIMCO Japan volunteered their time and expertise to mentor foreign jobseekers in navigating employment opportunities in Japan.

[Tokyo, July 19th] - Non-Profit Organization MPKEN, Alpha Japanese Language Institute, Technobridge NKE Co., Ltd, and Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS) Join Forces to Cultivate Valuable Kakehashis between Japan and Indonesia.

[Tokyo, July 12th] - MPKEN, in conjunction with a prominent American IT Company, is delighted to announce a collaborative initiative designed to support and empower international students and foreign nationals in Japan.



Tokyo, [July 2nd, 2023] -  A bento is a lunch box made by combining ingredients with motifs of popular children's characters or cute animals! This time, we conducted the even in Akihabara, where 11 participants enjoyed an awesome day Cooking Character Bentos and creating wholesome new relations

Tokyo, [June 14, 2023] - MPKEN, a nonprofit organization based in Tokyo, collaborated with Moody's to host an insightful workshop aimed at assisting foreign job seekers in their pursuit of employment within Japan. The workshop, held on June 13, 2023, was part of Moody’s TeamUp®, the company’s annual, global volunteering campaign.


The charm of the culinary exchange meeting lies in the pleasure of enjoying food, conversing and deepening friendships through collaborative work. This session’s cooking class features a traditional Japanese dish called Character Bento (キャラ弁, kya-ra-ben), which is a delicious and hearty meal, guaranteed to warm your soul.

MPKEN holds a seminar "Cross-cultural Communication in Japan" in collaboration with presentation of Mr. Genki Kajiura, Headmaster of the Alpha Language Institute.


We have ONE DAY cooking class and make "sushi cake"!

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MPKEN JOBS

Job vacancies for foreign job seekers in Japan

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MPKEN ACTIVITIES

We are engaged in various activities to improve young people and women in ASEAN countries, such as employment support, university entrance support, seminars, and cooking classes.

ASEAN SEMPAI

Experience of international workers and students from ASEAN who are active in Japan

Recruitment

Recruitment of foreign workers, visas, and what is needed after joining the company

Event・Seminar

Seminar information for international students, working adults, and Japanese companies

Training courses

Job hunting etiquette and preparation courses for ASEAN international students aiming to find work in Japan

Cooking Class

Gathering activities and interacting with each other through cooking Japanese dishes

Study in Japan

Provides information on exam preparation and information for international students wishing to study at Japanese universities
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MPKEN PARTNERS

We are engaged in various activities with partnered companies and educational institutions.

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