Enjoy learning public speaking in Japanese and English - Online/In-person

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Do you want to improve your public speaking skills and gain confidence in front of an audience? Join us for a Toastmasters club meeting. You'll find a supportive and friendly environment where you can practice and improve your communication skills in Japanese and English. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, our club provides an opportunity to grow at your own pace. No preparation is needed for club visits! Feel free to join us! Event Details: • Date: November 22nd, 2026 • Time: 10AM-12PM (JST) • Location: Online (ZOOM) and a venue in Yokohama Kannai • Online(ZOOM): The ZOOM URL will be sent to the guests via Meetup direct message. • Event Venue: Yokohama-shi Gino Bunkakaikan Access: https://gibun.jp/gibun/access/ • Theme: Enjoy learning Japanese / English public speaking together! \*We plan to have lunch after the meeting. Agenda: 1. Welcome and Icebreaker: Get to know fellow learners and create a comfortable atmosphere. 2. Japanese Session: \- Member Speech Presentation (1-2 speeches) Witness inspiring speeches in Japanese that demonstrate language proficiency and confidence. \- Impromptu Speeches (Table Topics) You can see how you can improve communication skills, such as the quick response, giving a short speech promptly. You may give an impromptu speech if you wish. \- Feedback from members By watching this, you can see how our club members receive constructive advice and inspiration from other members. \*You can also use ZOOM's translated subtitles to understand part of the speeches. 3. 5 minutes break 4. English Session: \- Member Speech Presentation (1-2 speeches) Witness inspiring speeches in English that demonstrate language proficiency and confidence. \- Impromptu Speeches (Table Topics) You can see how you can improve communication skills, such as the quick response, giving a short speech promptly. You may give an impromptu speech if you wish. \- Feedback from members By watching this, you can see how our club members receive constructive advice and inspiration from other members. 5. Wrap-up session: Receive constructive feedback on language usage and pronunciation. 6. Guest Comments / Q&A Why Attend? • Supportive Environment: Our club provides a friendly and encouraging space for Japanese beginners to practice and learn. • Cultural Exchange: Immerse yourself in the rich cultural exchange between Japanese and English speakers. (We actually have members from 6 countries and Japan.) • Skill Enhancement: Enhance your language skills through interactive sessions and constructive feedback. • Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for language learning. RSVP: To confirm your attendance, please RSVP by November 21st 10AM by clicking "Attend(参加)" button. After the reservation, our club members will send you the ZOOM URL and details. Or you can make a reservation of the club visit from our club website. https://www.yokohama-ocean.org/en/guestvisit Guest Visit: You may attend up to 3 club meetings (regular meetings) of the Yokohama Ocean Toastmasters Club as a guest free of charge. Admission Fee and Monthly Membership Fee: Yokohama Ocean Toastmasters Club charges an admission fee at the time of joining and a monthly membership fee. (Including the cost of the Pathways online program) Admission Fee: JPY 3,200 Monthly Membership Fee: JPY 2,100 (paid in advance for 6 months in March and September) Don't miss this exciting opportunity to grow and learn in a multicultural setting! We look forward to welcoming you to our Japanese-English bilingual Toastmasters club activity. Best regards, Suzuki Yokohama Ocean Toastmasters Club Club Information If you are interested in our club, please check these websites and SNS. Club Website: https://www.yokohama-ocean.org/en Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/YokohamaOceanToastmastersClub Meeting Records: https://yokohama-oceantmc.blogspot.com/ About Toastmasters Founded in 1924 in the United States, Toast