We contribute to society
CWAJ Print Show
CWAJ Print Show is a highly respected annual exhibition and sale of contemporary Japanese prints. The first Print Show was held in 1956 and showcased a new form…
Scholarship
Scholarship is the vibrant core mission of CWAJ. In 1949, the founding members were inspired to enable Japanese students to accept their offers to study abroad. The first…
Education
Promotion of education and fostering multicultural friendships: these are the heart of Education Programs. The three sub-groups Foreign Students Circle, Volunteers for the Visually Impaired and English Outreach…
Scholarships & Awards
Graduate Scholarships
- For Japanese Women to Study Abroad - For Non-Japanese Women to Study in Japan
Scholarships for the Visually Impaired
- To Study Abroad - To Study in Japan
CWAJ Print Show Awards
- Young Printmaker Award
70th Anniversary
CWAJ celebrated the 70th anniversary of its founding, a time to reflect proudly on our seven decades of promoting education, art, community service and cross-cultural understanding. It was also a precious opportunity to look towards the future and…
Read about the EventsFind Us at Print Show
We look forward to seeing you at the 65th CWAJ Print Show…
When & WhereWe Nurture Friendships
Cultural Programs
Our Cultural Programs are organized for the community at large as well as our members to provide enjoyable often learning experiences (lectures, visits to historic sites, concerts) for all. Programs…
Monthly General Meeting and Luncheon Programs
Our monthly luncheons offer unique opportunities for learning and education, for promoting cross-cultural values, for entertainment and for encouraging new continued friendships. If you are not a CWAJ member but…
Special Interest Groups
Special Interest Groups reflect the personal interests of the CWAJ members. We have many groups that have remained active over a long period of time. Members are free to contact…
We Can Make a Better Future
Making a Better Future! Across the globe, educated women are powerful agents of social change, transforming families and societies. CWAJ’s mission is to support higher education, nurturing future leaders who…
Donation
Membership in the College Women’s Association of Japan offers many exciting opportunities for women, including LGBTQ+, to connect with Japan and with each other. Coming from around 25 nations including…