Japan Day

Japan Day gives students the chance to step into leadership by planning and running a school‑wide cultural event with student funding. Through this experience, students not only learn valuable event‑management skills but also share their passion for Japanese culture with the wider community.

Contact Details

Teacher(s) Involved:

Miss. Yuka Watanabe (Head of the Japanese Curriculum)
Email: yuka.watanabe@cloud.rangitoto.school.nz

Meeting times or event scheduled dates: See daily notices for schedule and dates.

Meeting 1: Lunch time in A8 in the first week of Term 1. This meeting will discuss things such as how much money everyone will need to contribute and final roles for Japan Day to ensure all roles are filled.
Meeting 2: Mid-April to create detailed plan and allocation of the roles for Japan Day.

Location: A8

Events Scheduled: 9 and 10 May 2024, Term 2

Dive into the fascinating culture of Japan at Rangitoto’s Japan Day!

Whether you’re already passionate about Japanese culture or simply curious to learn more, this is your chance to experience it firsthand. Explore the richness of Japanese traditions through delicious foods and snacks, fun traditional games, captivating performances, and unique souvenirs.

It’s a day to celebrate, connect, and share the beauty of Japanese culture and language with the school community. Take the lead, gain real‑world skills, and celebrate the richness of Japanese culture at Rangitoto’s Japan Day.

Rangitoto Summit Diploma

Students must attend all the meetings, and participate fully on the days, including the set up before and after the events to have this added onto their student profile.