BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ireland Japan Association - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ija.ie X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ireland Japan Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T210000 DTSTAMP:20260419T123525 CREATED:20251005T200003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T150906Z UID:2137-1778616000-1778619600@ija.ie SUMMARY:IJA Japanese Conversation Group DESCRIPTION:Join our FREE Japanese conversation group meetings and improve your Japanese conversational skills in an informal\, friendly atmosphere! \nMeetings take place twice a month on Tuesdays from 8-9 p.m. via Zoom. \nTo join the group\, please sign up by sending email to: info@ija.ie. \n  \n \n  \n\nSession Format\nThe group meets online on Tuesdays twice a month \nOnline Sessions\n60min (30min Beginner / 30min Intermediate)\n* First 30min of the session – Beginner-friendly introduction & practice\n* Last 30min of the session – Intermediate conversation & expansion\n* End with 5 min “今日の一言” – one practical sentence to use daily. \nIn-Person Meetups\nEvery 2 months  – 2 hour long in-person meeting to connect with others\, socialise and practice your language skills. Date and venue will be announced for each upcoming meeting. \nTopics\nWe will share the specific topic for each session with registered group members in advance\, along with the Zoom link. Sessions are facilitated by native Japanese speaker/s. \nWho can join?\nWe warmly encourage you to join our group sessions – new members are always welcome\, and we would love to meet you! \n* IJA Members\n* University students (18+) studying Japanese are welcome to join 3 complimentary sessions to try out the group before deciding on membership.\n* Non-members wishing to attend are kindly welcome to become IJA members before joining the group. \nPlease Note!\n* This conversation group is a fun activity for people who enjoy speaking Japanese\, not a language course or class.\n* This group is open to IJA members and students studying Japanese.\n* Suitable for participants aged 18+ only. \nFor more information or to sign up\, please contact us: info@ija.ie \n\n\n\n  \n. \n. \n. URL:https://ija.ie/event/ija-japanese-conversation-group/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Cultural ORGANIZER;CN="IJA":MAILTO:info@ija.ie END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T233000 DTSTAMP:20260419T123525 CREATED:20260302T110047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T133219Z UID:5736-1778869800-1778887800@ija.ie SUMMARY:IJA Annual Dinner 2026 DESCRIPTION:**BOOK YOUR TICKET TODAY!**\n.\nThe IJA Council is delighted to invite you to the IJA Annual Dinner 2026 – one of the most anticipated and exciting highlights of the year for the Irish-Japanese community in Ireland.\n.\nJoin us for an exceptional evening of connection\, culture\, and celebration\, bringing together IJA members\, friends\, supporters\, and distinguished guests from government\, business\, academia\, and the arts. This year’s dinner will bring memorable moments and outstanding hospitality in a truly elegant and luxurious Dublin city centre setting.\n.\nWe are especially honoured to announce that H.E. Mr. Manabu Miyagawa\, Ambassador of Japan to Ireland and IJA Patron\, will join us as our Guest of Honour to deliver an inspiring address on the flourishing ties between our two nations.\n.\nEvent Details\nDate: Friday\, 15th May 2026\nTime: From 6.30 p.m.\nLocation: The College Green Hotel\, College Green\, Westmoreland Street\, Dublin\, D02 HR67\n.\n.\n.\n.\nEvent Highlights\n* Inspiring speeches and presentations\n* A celebration of the dynamic ties between Ireland and Japan\n* Exceptional networking opportunities with IJA members\, friends and supporters\n* Fine dining and celebrations in a luxurious Dublin city centre venue\n* A memorable evening shared with friends and colleagues\n.\nTickets\n* IJA Members: €145\n* Non-Members: €165\n* Table of 10: €1\,450\n.\nBookings\nBook online by card – please see booking form below!\nRSVP Deadline: Friday\, 1st May 2026.\nCancellations after this date are non-refundable.\nEarly booking is recommended.\nFor information\, please email: info@ija.ie\n.\nDress Code\nBusiness attire / Suits / Dresses / Japanese traditional dress.\n(Black tie is not required)\n.\nSeating Arrangements\nRound tables will seat 8-10 guests. Corporate tables are welcome.\nFor seating requests or dietary requirements\, please contact us by the RSVP deadline.\n.\nCorporate Sponsorship Opportunities\nWe are pleased to offer sponsorship opportunities for our corporate members. If you would like to contribute a prize for the evening\, please email details to info@ija.ie by Friday\, 1st May 2026. Your company logo will be displayed during the night on a large screen and added to our digital event programmes.\n.\nWhether you are a long-standing member or joining us for the first time\, this is a wonderful opportunity to be part of a truly special occasion\, celebrating friendship\, partnership\, and the unique bond between Ireland and Japan.\n.\n\n.\n\n\nBuy Tickets\n\n\n\n \n \n Book your tickets now! \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Name*\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Phone/Mobile*Email*\n \n Your Comments*Please add any additional information in here including guest names\, company\, IJA membership name\, etc.Select Tickets (choose 'IJA Members' or 'Non-Members' or 'Corporate table' from drop-down menu)*IJA MembersNon-MembersTable of 10Quantity*12345678910Total\n \n Data Protection*This form collects your details above so we can contact you back in relation to your booking. Please see our privacy policy for more information.\n\n \n I consent to you collecting my details above. * URL:https://ija.ie/event/ija-annual-dinner-2026/ LOCATION:The College Green Hotel\, College Green\, Westmoreland Street\, Dublin\, D02 HR67\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Business,Cultural ORGANIZER;CN="IJA":MAILTO:info@ija.ie END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260704T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260704T114000 DTSTAMP:20260419T123526 CREATED:20260413T090043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T144620Z UID:5802-1783162800-1783165200@ija.ie SUMMARY:Family Origami Workshop: Create\, Fold\, Imagine DESCRIPTION:**SAVE THE DATE!** \nDiscover the magic of Japanese paper folding at our summer Origami Workshop for families on Saturday\, 4th July! \nEvent will take place in Dublin city centre venue\, and two sessions will be available. Suitable for children aged 6 – 12. \nMore information about event coming soon! \n. URL:https://ija.ie/event/family-origami-workshop-create-fold-imagine/ CATEGORIES:Cultural ORGANIZER;CN="IJA":MAILTO:info@ija.ie END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR